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Old 08-19-2007, 03:25 PM
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is it ok to use starting fluid on a rotary if its been sitting for a couple of months? im just wanting to check befor i try it
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Old 08-19-2007, 04:12 PM
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I wouldn't, the combustion from ether is very violent and dry and can cause hard to the internals.



Some cranking should get her going or maybe a push start.
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Old 08-24-2007, 04:10 PM
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did u check to see if the engine was siezed at all?
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