Re: Low RPM's

["James F. Agnew" <jim_agnew@ibm.net>]

Brian K. Michalk wrote:
> 
> Andrew Irwin called yesterday.
> 
> He's having a low RPM problem.
> He's using a Franklin 6A350-C1L
> Jeff Rose ignition
> Ma-5 carburetor
> 66-76" prop.
> 
> He's getting 2000 RPM on run-up.
> What sort of pitch is everyone else using?
> 
> --
> Brian Michalk  <http://www.awpi.com/michalk>
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Brian, have him look for leaks in the induction system, he may be getting 
too much air.  If he leans the engine a little and it dies it is probably 
an air leak.  Is this an Atlas motors engine?  If so it may be the fuel 
pump not providing enough fuel, just ask Simon.

Jim
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