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Post by Jim on Nov 4, 2016 13:29:47 GMT
I've used Sniff aka easystart/ether spray to start reluctant engines in the past. I've also heard, on several occasions over the years, that the engine can get addicted to sniff, and wont start without it. Never understood or believed it, is it an apocryphal tale?
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Post by tonyqj on Nov 4, 2016 13:34:53 GMT
I've heard the same thing often. I don't agree. I think it more likely that the general wear and tear that made it difficult to start in the first place is only getting worse.
Although we mustn't overlook the fact that excessive use can cause even further damage through pre-detonation. Use only lightly as described on the tin.
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Post by mayalld on Nov 4, 2016 15:30:17 GMT
I've used Sniff aka easystart/ether spray to start reluctant engines in the past. I've also heard, on several occasions over the years, that the engine can get addicted to sniff, and wont start without it. Never understood or believed it, is it an apocryphal tale? In Australia, the equivalent product is called "Start ya Bastard"
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Post by tonyb on Nov 4, 2016 15:55:18 GMT
If used incorrectly it can cause an explosion in a diesel cylinder well before TDC with the piston still travelling up. This causes a very high pressure shock wave that might snap piston rings, break piston lands or blow the carbon seal off the piston crown (last on from someone else). It may even bend a conrod. So not an addicted engine, more like a ruined/worn out one
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Post by Jim on Nov 4, 2016 16:04:13 GMT
A Mate had a Leyland FG, heater plugs dead, he used to take the engine cover off in the cab and give it some sniff. One day the can shorted a couple of adjacent elecktrikety contacts, burnt through can, which went Woof! Mate sans eyebrows And fringe but ok! Oh How We Laughed!
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Post by tonyqj on Nov 4, 2016 16:05:42 GMT
A Mate had a Leyland FG, heater plugs dead, he used to take the engine cover off in the cab and give it some sniff. One day the can shorted a couple of adjacent elecktrikety contacts, burnt through can, which went Woof! Mate sans eyebrows And fringe but ok! Oh How We Laughed! You can make cats go 'woof' in much the same way...
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Post by Stumpy on Nov 4, 2016 16:17:39 GMT
I've used Sniff aka easystart/ether spray to start reluctant engines in the past. I've also heard, on several occasions over the years, that the engine can get addicted to sniff, and wont start without it. Never understood or believed it, is it an apocryphal tale? No, it's not Yes they do ! ETA: Missing ,
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Post by flatdog on Nov 4, 2016 16:20:29 GMT
It's never a good idea to use this stuff but when it's needed then we sing it's praises. If quickstart is to be used, by far the safest way for you and the best way of protecting the engine from damage is to make sure the engine is cranking before you start spraying, This way it's drawn into the engine as a vapour not liquid puddles. Damage occurs when someone sprays the stuff whilst the engine is stationary..allowing it to collect on top of cylinders with the resulting bang. It's perfectly ok to just spray directly into the induction inlet without having to remove filters or open hoses. And yes Engines don't become addicted, there will be an underlying issue as previously mentioned.
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Post by flatdog on Nov 4, 2016 16:21:39 GMT
Double post
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Post by peterboat on Nov 4, 2016 16:39:48 GMT
We have always found an underlying problem if easy start has to be used knackered injectors or low compression are the favorites. Dave my business partner was spraying it into a V12 jag engine when it backfired and set his arm on fire! I couldnt help for laughing as he ran around the workshop flapping his arms!! All 12 of the injectors were knackered due to water ingress at the petrol tank seal
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Post by bettina on Nov 4, 2016 17:23:45 GMT
I know that 18 wheeler drivers back in Canada use ether to fix their tires back to the rims if one breaks it seal and they are out in the middle of nowhere when it occurs, rather than wait for a few hours for the AA to arrive.
18 wheeler = HGV AA = RAC and such
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Post by tonyqj on Nov 4, 2016 18:40:33 GMT
I know that 18 wheeler drivers back in Canada use ether to fix their tires back to the rims if one breaks it seal and they are out in the middle of nowhere when it occurs, rather than wait for a few hours for the AA to arrive. 18 wheeler = HGV AA = RAC and such WD40 can be used in exactly the same way.
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Post by bettina on Nov 4, 2016 18:53:13 GMT
I know that 18 wheeler drivers back in Canada use ether to fix their tires back to the rims if one breaks it seal and they are out in the middle of nowhere when it occurs, rather than wait for a few hours for the AA to arrive. 18 wheeler = HGV AA = RAC and such WD40 can be used in exactly the same way. Does WD40 work in freezing temps as well? Now that I think of it, I've only heard of them doing it in the winter months
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Post by Deleted on Nov 4, 2016 18:54:10 GMT
I would never advise operating machinery whilst under the influence of mind altering substances.
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Post by tonyqj on Nov 4, 2016 18:59:06 GMT
WD40 can be used in exactly the same way. Does WD40 work in freezing temps as well? Now that I think of it, I've only heard of them doing it in the winter months I honestly don't know
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