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![]() It could be a number of things but it doesn't sound expensive, just a tune- up and maybe some ignition parts like condensor and or plugs or coils. The coils aren't likely because it runs smoothly and not all three are going to go at once. Solving yourself is a hassle but doable. First thing I'd check is that the ignition advance lever is connected and adjusted properly - it is a little bar that advances the spark when the throttle lever moves. Try adjusting it one way and then the other to see what happens. Are you sure that throttle is opening all the way? Sometimes the cable gets a kink in it that prevents full movement - actually a few other parts can prevent cable or throttle movement - check for something blocking full travel. Could even be in the throttle box. Disconnect the cable from the throttle bar and see if it moves farther. Get a can of carb cleaner and run it through the carbs with engine running - don't over do it so engine stalls. Modern gas has so many additives that if there is old gas in the tanks or cabs they may be gummed up and you have to take them apart and clean the whole mess - this is a lower probabilty thing so check ignition and try cleaner first. If it was gummed up carbs it shouldn't start at all and/or run rough. The 17' pitch prop is a good pulling prop so it shouldn't be causing enfine to bog down. If the hub was spun you would get lots of rpm and no go. |
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