should starting be this difficult???

[str8jailbird]

Well, I am happy to say that after the initial break-in on my LST2 it runs like a champ. I do have one problem however and that is starting it. I have the carb jetted about as perfect as I can get it but when I try to start it after it's cooled of it is a complete booger. I find that if I lean out the highspeed it starts easier but as the engine gets up to temp it cuts out. I do not want to run it lean and damage the engine. If anyone out there knows any secrets to the LST2 or the Dynamite Mach 427 please help!:confused:

[LSD-LST2]

You are fully priming the engine before starting ? Are you OVER priming the engine ?

The one way bearing on the starter isnt slipping ?

[CM_113]

You are fully priming the engine before starting ? Are you OVER priming the engine ?

The one way bearing on the starter isnt slipping ?

dang beat me to the questions again;)

[str8jailbird]

Thanks guys, I don't know what was causing it. It wasn't flooded and it was primed. Maybe because it is still kind of new??? It starts very easily now after a few more tanks of fuel and running it. Now I have another issue. I accidently half submerged the truck if a puddle I didn't see from where I was standing. The electronics are fine but the slipper clutch will not let the truck move. I pulled the bell to make sure it wasn't that (it's not) and checked the for/rev selector (fully engaged in either position). I tightened the nut on the slipper all the way and sometimes if the truck has been setting it will go, but not on a full throttle take off. Again after the truck heats up the slipper just, well, slips. The spur gears are turning as this happens so I know the drive clutch is functioning. Any ideas?????:mad:

[twodek]

I would replace the slipper pads...does it have cork pads or friction pins in the spur gear.

[str8jailbird]

I ordered 2 sets of slipper pads so I have a spare if it happens again. As far as pads/pins I am not sure what you mean. I don't see any cork pads anywhere on the spurs. I do see that the hubs have needle bearings if that is what you mean. I am just curious if this is a common occurence or if my driving (accidentally drowning the truck) is to blame??? I already took the slipper pads out, scuffed them up a little, cleaned and dried them to no avail. I had the adjustment nut all the way tight as well. I am stumped and bummed. 1st day with the truck and no driving until the new pads are in.:mad: