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I know the fuel pressure should be 35 PSI but how long should the system hold that pressure after the engine is turned off. Also on the initial key on engine off when the fuel pump cycles should the pressure hold for a particular period of time before bleeding off? Thanks
My latest finding appears to be water in cylinder #3 and #4. This originally started at #4 and has now gone to both. Compression is 105 on all cylinders. I can get about 4 hours of run time or 75 gallons of fuel before I start misfiring. Now for some questions. Is there a way to pressurize the...
What sensor(s) determine that the engine is in gear as apposed to neutral. I understand the shift switch cuts cylinders when put into gear. Once it gets the signal does the CDI use this to know the engine is in gear? Sorry for all the crazy questions but I have been fighting this misfire issue...
Just for my own knowledge. Do these engines require battery power once they are running or does the generator supply all power ? Basically can the battery supply be removed once it is running and will it continue to run.
Can anyone tell me the procedure to bypass the kill switch? I have been chasing a random misfire and want to make sure it is not from the kill switch portion. If any one has any suggestions on other things to check I would appreciate any assistance. Random misfire over 4500 RPM. Seems like it...
I am in the process of replacing the prop seals. From what I have read the best way is to remove the bearing carrier. From looking at the manual I need to remove the bolts to the lower casings and then the two bolts for the carrier. Install the puller and it should come out? correct? Any thing...
I have a couple questions hopefully you guys can provide some advise. I am finding cylinder #4 spark plug is failing after an hour of use. The plug shows deposits forming and melting the ground electrode. I went through three plugs in the past month. Checked compression on the entire bank and...