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Old 01-08-2020, 05:10 AM   #22
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Default Re: 8BA doesnt have power

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Originally Posted by trentclark View Post
All, just remembered another clue. when I hit the gas hard it coughs and almost dies. I have to ease into the throttle. it makes a big sucking sound. any thoughts?
Sounds like you have to address the operation of the accelerator pump.
First try with stroke set to winter (farthest outward position) if no improvement then it may need replacement.
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