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Old 02-12-2008, 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ForcedInduction View Post
A single battery is more than enough for -15 starts, I've done it several times before.
That may be true, but you only get one crack at it! I am hoping to add a little margin for error. It's my understanding that these old engines don't have "like new" compression so it's important to have good glow plugs (new relay, plugs and freshly reamed GP port in this car), valves adjusted, and a fast crank RPM for proper ignition of the fuel.

John
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