running right?

[boating brad]

my 83 50hp evinrude was rebuilt i have been running 30;1 for the first 12hrs to break in. im going to go to 50;1 once i finish this tank out. i removed the plugs and they are clean after 12hrs.<br /><br />my question is; should'nt this be an indicator that both cyl are firing well and also good compression?<br />i was told by the guy that rebuilt it that if it is running right the plugs wont foul.

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: running right?

If the carbs are set correctly, and you don't do a lot of low-speed cruising or idling (a no-no during break in anyways) your plugs shouldn't foul. You can't read compression by a plug, only a gauge. Hope your rebuild lasts a long time.

 

[boating brad]

Re: running right?

fouled plug; i dont do much low speed cruising unless its a no wake zone. then its back to 3/4 to full, thanx for the input, im trying to get everything i can before i compression test a fresh rebuilt motor? idont own a compression tester

 

[Hooty]

Re: running right?

Compression gauge at NAPA? About $40. If you check it now, with a fresh rebuild, you can monitor it wear on down the road. <br /><br />c/6<br /><br />Hooty

 

[boating brad]

Re: running right?

thanx, i'll do that.