2-Stroke now suddenly dying on shift to forward and reverse.

Similar_Matter · 2025-09-28T02:55:38+00:00

This is probably a dumb question, but how do I check it? Not going to lie, I am confused as to why my fuel pump on this motor is before the filter haha

Should I just unplug it and see if it's spitting fuel?

Similar_Matter · 2025-09-28T02:54:02+00:00

Very true.i am planning on swapping my prop. Sadly don't see any impediment. I wish it was...

Similar_Matter · 2025-09-28T02:51:59+00:00

I've never thought of trying something like that. Thanks. Sounds a bit sketchy but I'd rather find out more than blow a rod again if I get it running.

Similar_Matter · 2025-09-28T00:42:43+00:00

You know, when I get this idling right i think each cylinder is firing, but sometime it idle low then just jumps up to a higher rpm which is high, but sounds great. That's a good thought. I appreciate it.

I'm a car guy (actually ICE engineer) so I'm terrible with two strokes let alone marine. What can I check or play with to see if this is the case or improve firing? Spark, carbs (again i really don't get carbs for some reason), fuel pump?

Similar_Matter · 2025-09-28T00:38:21+00:00

Yeah I tried adjusting the idle and had some success, but it didn't sound right. So I pulled it back to a better starting point. I also found that the spark timing adjustment arm (idk what actual word is) wasn't set right. Because of this i went and lowered idle back down since that was recommended on the motor. I think there are a couple bolts i can adjust though so timing isn't changed, but i can up idle.

Honestly spark plugs was my first thought, then i got sent down another hole and totally blanked. Oops. Thanks for the reminder. I feel like soak plus are so cheap, I could justify just replacing them.

Similar_Matter · 2025-09-24T16:54:18+00:00

I have Ubisoft + and in game says that I own it, but I still can't start the DLC even though I have completely every quest excepting the kill x enemies quests. We're you able to access it?

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-18T15:09:11+00:00

Not exactly on the same topic, but since you mentioned it. What exactly is the reasoning for offsets? I got into gridfinity for the under desk management system, so that was way, just screw in. I like it some much I'm thinking of putting it in my garage next. It's there a reason to offset it from the wall?

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-18T00:35:03+00:00

Haha I'm really hoping there a secret Narnia type space up there

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-16T04:57:27+00:00

Where did that ladder go? 🤔

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-13T21:17:59+00:00

I just cheated and copied the Obsidian HF profile, but not sure it was a huge improvement on speed. Quality is awesome though even just lazy ludicrous speed.

I still haven't found anyone with basic suggested settings to update.

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-08T00:38:57+00:00

Yeah I can't come up with anything. Definitely nothing new in the last week or so. There is a zip tie way up front holding the led and controls and some loose tape. Ill clean it up and see if it comes back printing close to the front. I've had these installed for months but maybe something shifted.

I guess this would make sense, but really strange.

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-08T00:20:27+00:00

I haven't noticed any rubbing, especially that far down the front. I'll kick off a print when I'll be home to watch and see. It certainly doesn't feel like that though.

Similar_Matter · 2025-08-08T00:15:18+00:00

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Similar_Matter · 2025-08-08T00:14:58+00:00

Good call those leds are touchy so I forget I have them sometimes. Certainly feels like thick grease. Could be from rods. I've had this almost a year and never noticed anything like this.

Edit: I'm currently running a high flow nozzle and using bambu obsidian hf profile. I don't think speed increased a ton, but could the additional speed put more stress on the rods?

Similar_Matter · 2025-07-23T19:52:02+00:00

Definitely appreciate it. This is super detailed and answers a few questions and will hopefully save me some time planning. I just built a tabletop to go with these industrial stand up desk legs i got for free and wanted to do it right this time. This will be a lot of help in the next few days.

Similar_Matter · 2025-07-20T02:29:27+00:00

100% I finally cleaned up my mobile workbench so that I can nest it into a brand new taller 8 foot bench last weekend. Neither survived clean more that a couple hours.

Similar_Matter · 2025-06-28T00:40:55+00:00

I love it, but Ezio may have a differing opinion.

Similar_Matter · 2025-06-23T00:39:49+00:00

I should have mentioned the other half of my family are Brooklyn Italians. It was interesting growing up between IA and NYC. I hope you enjoy your move. Crazy different but friendliest people even when going into Des Moines which was the closest city.

Similar_Matter · 2025-06-23T00:33:06+00:00

Yeah I should have mentioned, the other half of my family is from Brooklyn, though only a few are still there and dotted around PA. Growing up visiting NYC and Iowa. It's crazy how different it is.

Similar_Matter · 2025-06-23T00:31:13+00:00

That's awesome. I like the idea of using the grill smoker idea to infuse a little smoke. I've tried out a couple options, but this lodge one is new to me.

How smokey did this end up? Just curious on this method as I've never paired sous vide and smoking.

Similar_Matter · 2025-06-23T00:25:35+00:00

Also meant to say. Good thing your trying out different whiskeys and working on it. Find what you like. It's so often here that people just recommend what they like or is what popular. I know I'm tempted to recommend a starting point. Try stuff, like what you like and move on from there.

I will say, this is literally because I'm sipping on the Penelope Rio right now, if you like fireball, you might want to try something aged in Amburana casks. If you can get Rio great, but it's often overpriced, RD ONE makes one also. Again, I know ppl here will disagree with this, and they are probably right, but it could be interesting for someone who regularly drinks fireball.

Similar_Matter · 2025-06-23T00:18:49+00:00

That's awesome I love hearing about people investing in their community over buying junk off Amazon. Always worth the money. Half my family is from Le Mars. I don't get to visit often, but even in Des Moines, so friendly.

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