Thread: Cranking engine that hasnt been started for a few years
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Old 01-31-2005, 07:08 AM   #3
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I failed to mention you may hand crank the engine if you wish as opposed to electriclly cranking, with the plugs removed for less compression. In smaller piston aircraft turning the prop through a few cycles is the manufacturer prefered method.
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If it aint gotta propeller or ROUND headlites,.. well I dont know if I can have it ready fer ya in the mornin... but come on by then bout noon and we'll talk pizza fer lunch...then things might be set right!
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