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Old 30 July 2010, 23:06   #1
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Running on both pots?
Hi all any idea how i know 20hp is running on both pots? apart from the feel,sound,as i have no idea,please help
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I would try by disconecting spark plug wires, one by one, then you will know. Good luck
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but not whilst the engine is running!
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but not whilst the engine is running!
Correct, sorry, forgot to mention!
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what about disconnecting one spark plug and firing it up and listen to the sound?
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what about disconnecting one spark plug and firing it up and listen to the sound?
Thats what they're saying.
You could do it with the engine running but you'll need to use some insulated eagle beaks or similar.
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Thats what they're saying.
You could do it with the engine running but you'll need to use some insulated eagle beaks or similar.
insulated eagle beaks or similar.me not understand that bit?can i just pull the cap off of one of them?
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insulated eagle beaks or similar.me not understand that bit?can i just pull the cap off of one of them?
You can but you risk getting a belt if you do it with the engine running.

If you do it whilst running use rubber coated tools, that way you won't get a belt.
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You can but you risk getting a belt if you do it with the engine running.

If you do it whilst running use rubber coated tools, that way you won't get a belt.
Arh i was thinking on the lines of pulling off the spark cap,holding the plastic hood and pull starting it,that way i am only holing the pull start cable and steadying the engine holding on to the hood,should not get a belt from that?
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If you have hold of the ht lead and try and start the engine you could still get a belt. Try rest the plug against the block and watch for a spark.
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