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Re: Power Problem
Posted by 'davidmc' on 14 Mar 2010 @ 20:11

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davidmcJoined: April 2003
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I'm assuming you're talking about a TKM?

Does it hit a rev-limit at about 11,000rpm, where lifting seems to make it rev again? If so, you almost certainly need a carb rebuild. I know you say you've done it, but double and triple check your carbs. If it happens again (and it can happen mid-race), crack the high jet open and it will rev again. It won't be quick, but it will be quick enough to finish.

A TKM is incredibly simple to troubleshoot. In 90% of cases, your problem will be the carb and a rebuild will fix it, 5% of cases will be fixed with a fresh plug. If the problem persists, check the connections to your coil (especially the spade terminals and earth strap). Every now and then a coil will go down and in rare cases the rotor. Other than that, you're usually looking at a gradual loss of power as your engine tires.

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Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (14 Mar 2010 @ 18:19)

Re: Power Problem by 'QuickOldTimer' (14 Mar 2010 @ 18:44)

Re: Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (14 Mar 2010 @ 19:30)

Re: Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (14 Mar 2010 @ 19:36)

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Re: Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (14 Mar 2010 @ 22:55)

Re: Power Problem by 'chriskasch' (14 Mar 2010 @ 23:53)

Re: Power Problem by 'buzzinrussell' (15 Mar 2010 @ 0:01)

Re: Power Problem by 'simog' (15 Mar 2010 @ 18:06)

Re: Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (15 Mar 2010 @ 18:36)

Re: Power Problem by 'markmorton' (15 Mar 2010 @ 18:42)

Re: Power Problem by 'markmorton' (15 Mar 2010 @ 18:43)

Re: Power Problem by 'simog' (15 Mar 2010 @ 18:51)

Re: Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (15 Mar 2010 @ 19:01)

Re: Power Problem by 'drewdt3' (15 Mar 2010 @ 19:00)

Re: Power Problem by 'tkm59' (17 Mar 2010 @ 12:25)

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