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| 2008-04-08 |
| GAS AND NITRO PRODUCTS COMING SOON! |
| We are currently in the process of getting some Gas / N |
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| 2008-02-29 |
| 2008 RC Monster Truck World Finals |
| No Limit RC is putting on the 2008 RC Monster Truck Wor |
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| 2008-02-19 |
| New Articles and Blogs! |
| Come and read the latest articles and blogs from Full F |
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| 2008-01-11 |
| Nintendo Super Mario Kart RC! |
| Super Mario Kart has gone RC! |
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| 2008-01-11 |
| Traxxas goes waterproof! |
| The new Traxxas E-Maxx comes 100% waterproof so you can |
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| 2008-01-07 |
| Electric RC Helicopter - Dyna Hawk GX: First Flight Review |
| I recently had the pleasure of receiving a Dyna Hawk GX |
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| 2008-01-07 |
| Electric RC Plane - Diversify Your Landing Options |
| If you are looking for a plane with a more diverse land |
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| 2007-12-12 |
| Electric RC cars, Boats, Helicopter, Planes - All prices Slashed! |
| All prices on Full Finger Throttle dot com have been sl |
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| 2007-12-06 |
| Electric RC Helicopter - Fun in Flight: The Dyna Hawk GX |
| Electric RC Helicopter - The Dyna Hawk GX |
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| 2007-12-06 |
| Electric RC Boat - Float or Fly? Why not Both? |
| The Hydro Flyer Electric RC Boat! |
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| 2007-12-06 |
| Electric RC Cars - If by Land, Air, or Sea |
| If by Land, Air, or Sea... |
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| 2007-10-18 |
| Electric RC Car - A Great Beginner to Moderate Level Car |
| The Rally Racing Skyline Electric RC Car. AWD with spe |
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| 2007-08-28 |
| How to make your own RC Car |
| Instructions for making your own RC cars. |
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| 2007-07-31 |
| Traxxas Revo |
| Information about the Traxxas Revo. |
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| Q: How do I contact you to ask other questions or for guidance, or to order? |
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| A: You can either email us at customerservice@fullfingerthrottle.com or if you need to speak to us feel free to call any of the numbers in the Contact Us page. We want to keep business here personal, after all, we are all just a bunch of hobbyists trying to have some fun, right? So let us know whatever you need. |
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Q: When I pay how do I know that the purchase was recieved and the Order is being sent?
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| A: When you are ready to order. Go to your shopping cart where you should have put the product. In the shopping cart click on the paypall option to pull up www.paypal.com and then follow through on the purchase there. You can print off your purchase reciept and you will get a email that your purchase was made. If the shipping information isn't to the correct address on that form, don't worry. We will be shipping to the address you gave us when you signed into our website. Make sure that is the correct shipping address on our site. Unfortunately, when you've finished the purchase at www.paypal.com you will have to go back to www.fullfingerthrottle.com manually if you need to look at anything else on our site. When your Payment shows up in our account we will mark your purchase paid and it will shipping the very next business day. You can see your purchase marked paid at this point by going into "my account" under "my orders" where it should read "finalized" |
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| Q: What is your return policy? |
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We guarantee against manufacturers' defects for 14 days from the date of the delivery. We must be notified of the defect within 5 days of the product delivery, otherwise return policy is voided, no exceptions.
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Products with Manufacturer Warranties which exceed 14 days, may be returned directly to the manufacturer according to their instructions.
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All returns/exchanges must be made within 14 days of receipt of the merchandise. Merchandise must be in original factory condition, and must include all original packaging materials, warranty cards, manuals and accessories.
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Unwanted products may be returned with prior authorization only!
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All returned merchandise is reimbursed for the original purchase price less shipping & handling and must have a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#). Unwanted product returns will be subject to a 20% restocking fee.
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Refused Delivery:
Customers will be responsible for all charges associated with shipping and handling. Once the merchandise is returned to our warehouse, credit will be issued for the original purchase price less shipping and handling (both ways).
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Defective Items:
A customer must return merchandise at their expense (shipping cost) within 14 days from the date of delivery with prior Return Merchandise Authorization number. If an exchange is not requested at the issuing time of the RMA and automatic store credit will be applied once merchandise is returned back to the warehouse.
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If the item has been received to our warehouse after 14 days of the delivery, at our discretion, we will either accept return and 50% restocking fee will apply or the merchandise will be returned back to the customer at their expense for all shipping and handling costs.
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All reimbursements are done in the form of company credit which can be used towards new orders.
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| Q: How long does it take to process and ship orders? |
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| All orders are processed and shipped within 2 to 3 business days. |
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| How do I track my packages that have been shipped? |
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| Once the package is shipped a tracking # will be emailed to you. You can call or email us if you have any questions about this. |
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A: It does make a big difference; you want to think this through a little bit. The nitro powered cars are not just toys, they are very fast, and in some cases they can travel in excess of 60mph practically right out of the box. Now imagine you holding a controller while your car is flying away from you at 65mph? You have to be able to control it, and that is an acquired skill. Because these engines use fuel, they do require more than just plugging in the battery to recharge it. So they need more maintenance. You will need to learn a big about these engines to be able to tune them or perform some of the maintenance. There are lots of resources online and in the book stores to learn from, but it takes a little of your free time. Again, these aren’t just toys; some of the major manufacturers say that unless you are over 16, you should have adult supervision; we strongly recommend this here at FULL FINGER THROTTLE as well.
Electric powered cars can be fun, just as much, but are easier to use and not so involving. You need to know how to plug in and charge the batteries and run the car. Very little adjusting is needed. If you aren’t over 15 or so, and don’t have previous RC driving experience, these are definitely your answer to start with.
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Q: If I buy a RC car today, am I going to need to buy all sorts of other items, just to use it?
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| A: You do need a few things, its part of the hobby.
Nitro-powered cars: They take 12 AA batteries, a Glow Heater, High quality car model fuel 20%, have a Flat head screwdriver, and have a Fuel bottle.
Electric powered cars: you’ll will need the following items: 8 AA batteries, 7.2-volt battery, 7.2-volt battery charger.
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| A: If you have a nitro-powered car then you will need the following items: 12 AA batteries, Glow Heater (G70402), High quality car model fuel 20%, Flat head screwdriver, Fuel bottle If you have an electric powered car then you will need the following items: 8 AA batteries, 7.2-volt battery, 7.2-volt battery charger. |
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| A: RC cars are somewhat like real cars, without quite as many options obviously. But certain sizes fit certain cars. You may use any brand of tire as long as it fits on the wheel. Further information on this question is coming after we do some further diligence. |
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| A: If your engine is running too hot you need to richen up the fuel mixture. This means the engine needs more fuel to lower the temperature. |
| What is a Glow Starter? |
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| The glow heater is a battery-powered device that heats the glow plug so the engine can be started. You should not leave the glow igniter on the glow plug for long periods of time; this could burn up your glow plug leaving it useless. You will always need to use the glow heater to start your engine. Most of the time an engine doesn't start is due to a dead battery on the glow heater. |
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| What about Fuel? |
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| Always read and follow all of the instructions on your fuel bottle. Nitro fuel is very flammable and poisonous. |
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| Fuel is the most important component for making your engine run and perform properly. Poor fuels will cause hard starting, poor performance and excessive wear of the engine. |
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- Fuel should be a castor and synthetic oil blend with total oil content of 12-18%
- 3-5% castor oil must be used in a synthetic/castor oil blend of fuel.
- Nitro methane (Nitro) content should be around 20-30%.
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| The best fuels on the market today are castor/synthetic blends. The castor provides high temperature lubrication while the synthetic oils help prevent varnish build up inside the engine. The higher quality fuels also contain anti-wear agents, anti-foaming agents, lubrication additives, and rust and corrosion inhibitors. Use fuels that are made for use in cars, not airplanes. (Airplane/boat fuel is ok for marine engines) Car fuel will give better performance with easier tuning, and longer run times. |
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| What should I use for a Fuel Bottle? |
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| Most brands of fuels are sold in a one-gallon containers, this makes it very hard to fill up your small gas tank with out a smaller bottle. You could also choose to get a small hobby fuel pump to help get fuel into your small tank. Always keep your fuel container closed tightly. The methanol in the fuel will evaporate very quickly leaving you with a bottle of bad fuel. Do not use fuel that is old or discolored, this is a sign of old stall gas. |
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Using a small fuel bottle or bulb to put fuel in to the fuel tank. Only fill the tank ?full. You can refill the tank while the engine is running if desired. |
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The high mixture screw controls how much fuel enters the engine during mid and high-speed operation. Turn the high-speed mixture screw clockwise, by hand until it stops. Now unscrew the screw counter-clockwise 3 1/2 full turns out. |
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The idle screw is just a carburetor barrel stop. It just stops the carburetor from closing too far. Looking at the throttle opening on the carburetor, the opening should be between 1-1 ?millimeters at the widest point in the opening. The idle speed will increase the wider the opening is. The idle may need further adjusting once the engine is up to running temperature. |
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| *When you tighten the idle screw open the carburetor a little to take the pressure of the idle screw. Not doing so could snap the tip of the screw off. |
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his adjustment screw controls the mixture at low speeds. The low-end screw is located on the side of the carburetor in the center of the throttle arm. Adjust this screw so the top of the screw head is flush with the throttle arm. |
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Never run the engine with out an air filter. Doing so will cause premature engine failure. Using a zip tie to secure the air filter from falling off during hard driving. |
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On top of the fuel tank you will find a priming pump. This is used to get fuel through the lines and into the carburetor when starting. Press the pump a couple of times until fuel reaches the carburetor. Pumping too many times will flood the engine. |
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When you are finished running the engine you may "kill" it by either pinching off the fuel line or simply running it out of fuel. You may also stop the engine by stopping the flywheel; most people use their shoe for this. Do not use your fingers. |
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Turn the radio system on. Now, attach the glow heater to the glow plug. Giving short quick pulls (no more then 6 inches out) pull the pull starter cord on the engine. Pulling the starter out to far will break the spring inside. Do not treat this like a lawnmower. It is not a lawnmower. If the cord becomes hard to pull it is most likely you have flooded the engine. Wait a few minutes then retry. If the starter is hard to pull, you could also loosen the glow plug ?of a turn then retighten once you have the engine started.
If the engine does not start, have a friend hold half throttle on the transmitter to help get it started. You could also open the carburetor manually by moving the throttle arm.
If, after many tries, you still cannot get the engine to fire you may have a fouled glow plug, glow heater not charged or working correctly, or the engine may be flooded. Most starting problems are glow heater or fuel related. |
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| Only use these instructions at your own risk, if your R/C car/boats fuel tank did not come with a primer pump |
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Charge your glow igniter or glow heater. |
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Fill your fuel tank with high quality 20% nitro fuel. |
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Plug the exhaust outlet with your finger and pull the pull starter 3-4 times. Watch for fuel to fill the fuel line. Once you see fuel get to the carburetor take your finger off the exhaust outlet. |
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Put your glow igniter onto your glow plug. Give the engine 1/4 - 1/2 throttle using the transmitter and pull the pull cord with short quick pulls. No need to pull it more than 5-6 inches out. |
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| Attempting to start a hot engine may prove to be difficult. If engine is hot and difficult to start, let it cool down completely then try again. |
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| Follow these simple steps when you are done running your engine. Please keep in mind that model car fuel is very corrosive and it's best to burn all the fuel out of the engine at the end of your race. Simply run your fuel tank dry and the engine will burn all excess fuel that's in the fuel lines and inside the engine. Recommend that you always use after run oil at the end of each days running. |
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| As the owner of the model, it is your responsibility to see that it is used in a safe and reasonable manner. By using common since, you will avoid serious injury to your self, or the people around you. Here is a list of things to know: |
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- Nitro fuel is dangerous. The fuel is extremely poisonous and can ignite is in contact with a spark. Follow all instructions on the outside of the container.
- Keep your car/boat and all tools including fuel, away from small children.
- The exhaust from the engine contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Always use in a well-ventilated area. Never start your engine indoors unless there is adequate ventilation.
- The engine, exhaust pipe, and of course, the engines cooling head, will become extremely hot when in, and after use. Try to avoid touching there areas as they have the potential to burn you.
- We do not recommend running your model at night, on public streets, or in crowded areas.
- Always be careful not to come in contact with the engines flywheel.
- Your model car or boat is a high performance machine. Because of the high speeds your car or boat, they can cause serious injury to either yourself, or spectators. Always be careful not to hurt anyone.
- As you already know, your engine creates a lot of noise. Because of this, be considerate to your neighbors. Try to run your car/boat in a place where the noise will not disturb anyone.
- Do not attempt to run your engine with gasoline, alcohol, naptha, or any other fuel other then model engine fuel.
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| Engine will not start |
Out of fuel |
Fill tank with fuel |
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Wrong type or poor quality fuel |
Replace fuel |
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Carburetor not primed |
Prime carburetor |
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Glow heater not charged |
Charge glow heater |
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Bad glow plug |
Replace glow plug |
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Engine flooded |
See Flooding |
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Engine too hot |
Allow engine to cool |
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Carburetor set incorrectly |
Readjust carburetor |
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Blocked exhaust |
Clean or remove debris from exhaust system |
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Air filter clogged |
Remove and clean air filter |
| Starter will not retract |
Broken spring |
Replace recoil assembly |
| Starter hard to pull |
Engine is flooded |
See flooding |
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Engine is seized or locked up |
Take engine apart |
| Engine starts then stalls |
Idle set to low |
Increase idle speed |
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Bad glow plug |
Replace with new |
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Low-speed mixture too "rich" |
"Lean" low-speed mixture |
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Low fuel tank pressure |
Check for blockage in fuel pressure line. |
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Engine overheated |
Allow engine to cool down |
| Engine sluggish or poor performance |
High-speed mixture set to "rich" |
Lean out high-speed mixture |
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Leaking glow plug |
Tighten or replace glow plug |
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Bad glow plug |
Replace glow plug |
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Old or dirty fuel |
Replace with new fuel |
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Carburetor dirty or blocked |
Clean carburetor, check for blockage |
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Engine overheating |
Stop running and richen fuel mixture |
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Slipper clutch set too loose |
Tighten slipper clutch |
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Tires not glued/wheel pins fell out |
Glue tires/replace wheel pins |
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Engine over geared |
Use lower gearing |
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Bound up drive train |
Check drive train, and make it free |
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Engine worn out |
Replace piston/sleeve and check connecting rod |
| Engine overheating |
High-speed mixture to lean |
Richen high-speed mixture (counter-clockwise) |
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Cooling air flow is blocked |
Cut holes in body to allow air flow |
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Nitro content too high |
Run nitro content between 10-20% |
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Fuel not containing correct lubricants |
Purchase a higher quality fuel |
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Excessive load on the engine |
Check for bound up drive train |
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Low-speed mixture too lean |
Richen low-speed mixture |
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Clogged cooling head |
Check water cooled head for clogging |
| Engine stutters or hesitates |
High or low-speed mixture too lean |
Richen high first then low |
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Engine overheated |
Stop engine and let it cool down |
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Bad glow plug |
Replace with new |
| Engine stall as soon as you give it gas |
Bad glow plug |
Replace with new |
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Low-speed mixture too lean |
Richen low-speed mixture |
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High-speed too rich |
Lean high-speed mixture |
| Engine stalls when I let go of throttle |
Idle set too low |
Increase idle |
| Engine stalls for no apparent reason |
Bad glow plug |
Replace with new |
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Engine overheated |
Shut off and let cool down, richen high-speed |
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Remove and retry |
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Poor fuel tank pressure |
Check hose foe clogging |
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If you have any questions that are not answered in here please let us know by going to our CONTACT US page and let us know. We strive to meet your needs and excell beyond them.
Thanks,
FULLFINGERTHROTTLE
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