Re: 1932 Johnson K-50 Starting

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May 13, 2018 at 1:47 pm #75903
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    No, I did not think / know better enough to measure the center main.
    I figured the last time it ran, it at least ran "poorly", but not at all. 😮

    quote PM T2:

    Did you have the powerhead completely torn down at some point? If so, did you measure the clearance on the ID of the centre main?

    I think those motors have a limit of about 0.004″ on that clearance. If its more, they don’t like to start. Usual result is they’ll start on a stand, but not with the prop wet.

    PM T2

    Prepare to be boarded!