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Old 09-18-2019, 06:17 PM   #6
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Default Re: Model A dies over 45 mph

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Originally Posted by Purdy Swoft View Post
I would check and adjust points gap and timing . When trying to get a higher top speed , be sure to be running full advance . The owners manual states full advance at speed . Some are so afraid of full advance that they run retarded . Running retarded isn't a good thing and doesn't save anything . I would check to see if the carburetor was opening all the way at full throttle . Check for brake drag . Sometimes opening the GAV a bit can add a little speed so I've been told .
X2 - Should be easy to rule out timing and GAV. Could be insufficient advance.
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