Low compression after rebuild, won't start
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Apparently, I am not authorised to send private messages.
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Is a PM really necessary? I thought you'd already know as you're telepathic and I've been thinking deeply about it for days.
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Clearly my telepathic powers are pathetic.
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Thanks to the forum, I've established contact with Simon. I'll have a look on Saturday and report back...
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Dear All, Paul got it going, so I am very grateful for his help and expertise. Turned out that there were 2 further problems. While the engine was timed mechanically correct , I had set the Wipac ignition to the wrong ramp on the points cam. The other issue was a duff spark plug that worked outside the engine but not when installed. I did try several plugs but with the other ignition problem, the result was the same, so I had ruled out the plug. Thanks to all for comments and support and especially to Paul, I had run out of ideas: The bike now starts first time.
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Good news Simon and thanks for telling us the outcome - doesn't always happen. Now ride the thing and er, join the club 'cos you can see it makes sense!
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
It's running!
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Well done, Paul.
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Re: Low compression after rebuild, won't start
Excellent! Great result.
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