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MRC01 replied to the thread Honda GCV wet timing belt.Those GCV160 engines last a long time. Mine from 2004 is still going strong. The only maintenance it's ever needed is changing the spark... -
MRC01 replied to the thread Why so lean? Kohler.Yes. The key feature is that it has 2 throttle plates. The primary throttle is downstream which the throttle cable actuates. The second...
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MRC01 replied to the thread Why so lean? Kohler.Most likely, the extra shims that I added to the main jet needles did something similar to your cutting the spring. And yes, this engine...
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MRC01 replied to the thread Why so lean? Kohler.Good on you. Your friend owes you a beer or two. Your last comment reminds me of motorcycles. I had a '99 Honda Magna with the same...
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MRC01 replied to the thread The Speed Of Light ??.Yes, but if the traveler is near the speed of light relative to the Earth, all we have is 2 things (the Earth & the traveler) moving...
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MRC01 replied to the thread empty sump start - Biggest blunder EVER…...Good idea, it's standard practice with aviation piston engines. But be sure to use a proper oil filter cutter. Otherwise, cutting open...
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MRC01 replied to the thread empty sump start - Biggest blunder EVER…...Ouch! My guess is the engine is probably fine. It had no load, still had some residual oil film, and only ran for a few seconds. I agree...