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Old 01-20-2009, 04:16 PM
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Is it possible that the odd rhythm is just what we describe as the engine "trying" to start? Instead of just deadly turning over and over by the starter, it's actually trying to light off and dying again, and so the rhythm speeds up and slows down as the engine is attempting to get itself going?
Yes but most people usually can disern the difference. It speeds up a touch with each revolution if a cylinder is weak. Trying to start is usually not as consistant but could be I imagine. Good point though.
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