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Old 5th October 2009 | 12:39
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Jumbo Driver
 
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Originally Posted by FullWings
... an extract from the O-320 powered PA18-150 POH (SuperCub):
"When the engine is cold, prime three to five strokes after turning the fuel valve to the proper tank. Push mixture control to full rich, carburetor heat off, and open throttle about one-eighth of an inch or until the intake of air at the carburetor can be heard when the engine is pulled through by hand. Engine should be pulled through at least four times."
Thank you, FullWings ... I rest my case.

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