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  1. 05-05-2008 09:27 PM #1
    nitrosport_5
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    2.5 not starting

    ive got a 2.5 in a rustler that wont want to start after it has been ran for a tank then after it gets warm it will sputter, but not start. any ideas or is the motor just start
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  2. 05-05-2008 09:35 PM #2
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    A sign of a worn piston and sleeve is hard starting when the engine is up to operating temperatures.
    How is the compression when the engine is up to operating temps compared to when it's cold?
    No slipper/tall gearing/power = broken parts.
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  3. 05-05-2008 10:53 PM #3
    nitrosport_5
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    not sure. i will look tomarrow. its too late to go and warm it up now
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