Hi Folks,
Not sure this is a real Problem but it doesn't hurt to ask.
I've got a 55 series II and it starts great when it only sits for a couple of days. BUT, if it sits for two months, or so, it has a problem that sounds like the battery is almost dead. When it just barely turns over and I think I'll need to jump start it - it starts! It starts right when I release the starter foot pedal.
When it sits a long time I always connect a fully charged Optima battery. It has a new starter and solenoid, petronix electronic ignition and new plugs. It also has a new fuel pump. The timing is spot on and compression is very good on all cylinders. I am using Penrite 20W-60 oil and it was just changed.
Everything is fine - if I don't let it sit too long.
I was thinking that maybe the engine ground to the chassis is bad or maybe the gas evaporates out of the carb. The carb is also new.
Haven't checked the voltage drop when starting. That's my next step. Engine ground and gas are OK.
Any ideas or is this just a Stovebolt characteristic that I have to learn to live with?
Many Thanks
