The venerable Bell 47
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Starting problems solved
Starting problem solved.
Single frayed wire on retard p-lead where it enters the magneto was shorting to case and stopping retarded spark while cranking.
Release of starter button occasionally allowed a rather abrupt start with advanced spark but more often a kickback which soon tires the starter drive mechanism resulting in only ever turning over one compression before disengaging.
Trimmed fray, replaced starter drive and ended months of starting troubles.
Thanks to all for help.
Single frayed wire on retard p-lead where it enters the magneto was shorting to case and stopping retarded spark while cranking.
Release of starter button occasionally allowed a rather abrupt start with advanced spark but more often a kickback which soon tires the starter drive mechanism resulting in only ever turning over one compression before disengaging.
Trimmed fray, replaced starter drive and ended months of starting troubles.
Thanks to all for help.
Last edited by outofwhack; 17th December 2013 at 12:52.
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From: Canada
The new Bell 47 book. I have ordered mine!
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From: cheltenham
B47 training
Hi, do you still have the Bell 47 for training? If so, please email me [email protected]. Many thanks
