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Old 07-28-2024, 12:30 AM   #1
GB SISSON
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Default Re: Timing vs overheating

This was described to me by an old tractor mechanic. If it's firing late, the ball of fire has a chance to expand as the piston goes down. Big fire/more heat.
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Old 07-28-2024, 05:41 AM   #2
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Default Re: Timing vs overheating

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This was described to me by an old tractor mechanic. If it's firing late, the ball of fire has a chance to expand as the piston goes down. Big fire/more heat.

Great way to remember this!
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