Gas Engine Adjustments

Behind every great flying airplane is a reliable engine with a smooth transition. To obtain this, you may have to spend some time tweaking the High and Low End needles that can be found on the carburetor. Personally, I always start with the factory recommended settings and run the engine first to see if any adjustments need to be made. Before we begin, let’s first go over the term “to richen” and “to lean.” If...