Partial power loss
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- Name: John Kliewer
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Re: Partial power loss
The vary same engine symptoms happened to me in 1983 - in a brand new diesel truck with saddle tanks. Even the dealer couldn't figure it out. As I was filling the right hand tank I happened to see a rag float by past the fuel nozzle. With an intricately formed coat hanger I was able to snag that rag after which the truck ran beautifully.
John Kliewer
"Make things as simple as possible but no simpler." Albert Einstiein
"Wheels move the body. Wings move the soul."
"Make things as simple as possible but no simpler." Albert Einstiein
"Wheels move the body. Wings move the soul."
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mikeacro
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Re: Partial power loss
That’s crazy. Today I did a borscope inspection on the other tank and it appears to be clear of “dish towels”. I then checke the carburetor inlet screen and found it almost completely blocked. I’m amazed it ran at all. Clearly the IA that performed the annual did not check this screen ( among many other items ) one of my favorites was the rear aileron cables that were sawing not the fuselage on both sides. Clearly, he didn’t remove the inboard fairing on either side.
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- Name: John C
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mikeacro
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Re: Partial power loss
That may be a good idea John!
Cheers, Mike
Cheers, Mike
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- Name: Mike Smith
- Location: Florida
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Re: Partial power loss
I don't need to win the lottery. I'll be making a fortune off the tolls from the bridge in Brooklyn I just bought from a Nigerian Prince.
John Cooper
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- Name: Mike Smith
- Location: Florida
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Re: Partial power loss
Good one John, Good one.
On another note, I'm leaving for Sun-N-Fun on Friday to help in the type club tent for the Association, I'll give the Ercoupe guys your best.
Mike