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Starter trouble fixed

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trex

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In case anybody has the same problem...
The Lycoming 540 with 10:1 pistons in my 'Bolt has always been hard to crank. I installed a new starter (B&C) and a new battery (Concorde), but not much changed. Today I installed a separate negative electric wire from the battery (behind my back) directly to the starter. Wow! Now it cranks super nice. Well worth the 3.9 m (13') of cable, in spite of its weight.

Cheers,

Trex
 

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