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03-04-2012, 12:58 PM | #61 |
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Re: Position of the spark lever question
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10-07-2021, 04:53 PM | #62 |
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Re: Position of the spark lever question
My Model A will run one day, next day won't start. I understand that each car's GAV and spark advance lever position will be a bit different. Trying to start with full retard (up position) - no ignition. Fuel delivery and spark at plugs are fine: my ammeter trembles when she cranks. Questions: am I trying to start with TOO much retard? And when cranking, do you add choke at 1st crank or a couple turns later? After 3 minutes of trying, I can smell she's flooded. How much throttle do you open to start?
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10-07-2021, 05:18 PM | #63 | |
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Re: Position of the spark lever question
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You might want to check/set the base timing. It should be at TDC [ or pretty close]. Then when starting the spark lever is up [ TDC ]. Throttle lever down a few notches Start cranking the engine As the engine starts to turn over pull out the choke knob for a second or two [ a couple spins of the engine] and push it back in. It should start. Don't wait for the engine to start before pushing it in. Once the engine starts pull the spark lever down 2/3 to 3/4 and drive it away. |
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