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Hard to start 582

in 2 Stroke Technical Questions 13 years ago

  • Re: Hard to start 582

    by » 13 years ago

    No one has mentioned the number one cause for hard starting a Rotax engine. Please check your spark plug gap! It should be .015 - .018. The plugs as purchased are normally around .032. This is too large a gap for low rpm operation (ie: pull start). In fact the engine runs better at all rpms with the closer gap.

    Try it before going to more expensive options.

    Dave
      
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  • Re: Hard to start 582

    by » 13 years ago

    Spark plug gap was set up with .015 - .018 in mind. We are now down to the seals after replacing the pistons and cylinders. Also checking the AC generator
      
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  • Re: Hard to start 582

    by » 13 years ago

    Try measuring the resistance of the ignition generator coils on the stator. You can achieve this by disconnecting the two connector plugs that have a green & a white wire. Measure the resistance between the green & white wires that disappear into the crankcase, it should be between 230-280ohms, if they are close to or below 230ohms then it is probably the problem.

    Conrad
      
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  • Re: Hard to start 582

    by » 13 years ago

    Will do, I'll let you know
      
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  • Re: Hard to start 582

    by » 13 years ago

    check the compession on the engine the lower the comp the harder it will start mine is 150psi
      
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