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Old 04-29-2021, 11:45 AM   #72
Carl Spangler
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Re: Hard Starting Hot

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Originally Posted by Rich72C10 View Post
I actually have one. I didn't know I was suppose to point it to something for this issue. Where do I beam it to and what should I be watching for (temp wise)?

Edit - I totally missed your posting asking me if I have one! Doh!

So, yes I have one - what's next ;-)
Check the manifold temp (right under the carb) and the carb float bowl. You can do this at 5-20 minutes after shutting down the hot engine. I've also used mine to find a stuck exhaust manifold heat riser which was putting too much heat into the manifold.

Note: reg gas (in the USA) will start to boil at just a bit over 120 degrees. You can actually hear a percolating sound when it starts boiling.
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