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Old 06-29-2009 | 09:47 AM
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Default RE: Simjet 1200 ASE startup problem

Kerry,

I got the turbine running after re-aligning the starter to the compressor nut, I also turned over the o-ring and oiled it. I also found that I was not using a large enough starter battery. I put in a 11.1V 2200mh Li-po batter and she fired right up. The "Weak gas reading" was do to not enough gas being placed the on board starting gas tank. The Idle was set a little too high, so I changed it to be within 50,000 rpm on Idle. I have since flown my bobcat several times with the Simjet 1200 14 ASE. I must say this is a very good engine an I love the how fast the turbine spools up from Idle to full power. I would defiantly buy another Simjet. Thank for your input.