how hard should a pull start be

[bergoff]

i just got back into this hobby and got a xtm xt2 in pieces. i have never had a nitro before and the cylinder looks great but all of the head blots were loose so i tightened it up. I'm just curious how hard it should turn over.

 

[bishiman]

A brand new motor will be very tight. As you break it in it will get easier to turn over and the more it is run it will get easier also.

 

[Metalhead Matt]

Heat the head and block with a hair drier and loosen the glow plug when you start it. Just remember to tighten the plug back up as soon as it starts.

 

[Scrogg]

Depends on the condition. These guys described how a new or flooded engine feels.

 

[bergoff]

it seems like it low hrs. the guy that had it before me took the wing off and flipped it and broke the top fin off of the head so i bought a new one. i'm just waiting on a new glow plug starter to get here. i guess we will see how it runs.

 

[Rolex]

Don't pull it like a lawnmower. Short rapid yanks is what it takes, otherwise you'll pull the rope off.