My 235 typically starts pretty easily when cool. It's problematic when warm and normal opp temps. The engine will turn over and will try to start a time or two. If I crank long, I assume it floods and/or the battery (new Duracell from Batteries Plus), as of 2018, drains not turning the engine over fast enough.
The valves were adjusted today (hydraulic lifters) to 1/2 turn past the point of initial tension felt on the push rods.
The timing was timed where the ball is slight towards the right of the needle as recommended on another post. Vacuum line was disconnected and carb plugged.
I set the the air/fuel mixture screw as stated. Dialed out 1/2 turn at the point the engine had a noticeable decline in rpm.
It idles quite well and accelerates pretty well too. Small lag and/or sputter at times of acceleration when I press the throttle quicker than a gradual press. Maybe it just needs running more!?
Compression came in at 105 prior to the re-adjustment of the valves. I believe I had them adjusted too open previously. I have not check the compression since todays valve adjustment.
The 6v battery has a trickle charger that i leave on regularly. The starter has been rebuilt and tested twice by two electricians. Battery cables are new and are 1/2 inch thick on both +/-. Terminals are clean and contact to engine and starter on clear. Negative cable has an added cable from the engine to the frame.
Has aluminum radiator and cools well!
That's about all I have from memory. Thoughts?
Last edited by Snellen; 03/23/2020 1:43 AM.
