Thanks Roy...
I have the same doubts, especially since it runs really well right now. I've had flooding issues before that kept me from being able to properly time the engine and it just doesn't seem that bad to me right now.
I need to consider the possibility that I am dumping fuel past the rings prior to combustion. And, as my 235 is already sporting .060 over pistons, I may not be able to afford to rebuild it.
It's possible that I have reached its service life, though I have only owned it a year. May be why the previous owner parked it in the field around 1991. Who knows?
Exploring everyone's thoughts, ideas, test procedures, and gut instincts here. And I appreciate yours.
Best,
Jim
