REFLECTOR: Dual throttles - First Start

[Ron Brown]

I had the same problem. Getting it started that is.  I had shut off the emergency fuel valve after checking that I had flow to the fuel pump.  

Then I cranked and cranked - finally after checking EVERYTHING!, I saw it - the handle was pulled out for the fuel shut off valve.

Opened it and it cranked on the 2nd blade!!!!  

If it ain't fuel, it's spark.  And don't count on the timing being correct.  I know of at least one RV builder who just knew his timing was right because the engine had run at the rebuilder.  But for some reason the mags had been removed then reinstalled between the run and shipping.  So make sure the timing is right, then check and make sure you have sparks by removing one plug from each cylinder and reconnecting the plug wires.  You ought to see sparks.  

Ronnie



----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Craig and/or Denise Woolston 
  To: 'Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list' 
  Sent: Monday, July 10, 2006 2:14 AM
  Subject: Re: REFLECTOR: Dual throttles


  A little late on this thread, but we have the same setup and the drag is considerable when the engine is not running.  The factory assured us that it will be a lot easier with the engine running.  Was suppose to be able to test that this weekend but can't get the engine started, go figure!

   

  Your mileage may very.

   

  Craig Woolston

  XL-5FG, Palmdale, CA


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  Subject: Re: REFLECTOR: Dual throttles

   

  I have two throttles on my XL. They go to the rear one down each duct along the fuselage side.. They terminate, one on each side of the arm on the fuel server.

   



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