Originally Posted by
ShepherdAmerica
Sam it is normal for the engine to have the slide boot a little loose. The fuel is also used to lubricate the slide as it moves this is ok. To much is not ok but slightly is no issue.
The temp is a little warm. With the 2651 you will see slightly high temps. It is the nature of the pipeset. If you run the newest pipeset the 2667 you should drop a little temp. Also if you raise the head slightly you might find a slightly lower temp without hurting the performance. Try it and see. Also what plug 6 or 7???
The manifold is also different on the 2617 the part number for the IDM manifold is 202.
When you lower the engine temp a little it will start up fast. I think that it is getting heat soaked.
Thanks for the reply and the input. I am running a 6 glowplug. I am at sea level and the weather here is always hot and humid.
I will give your suggestions a try. I like the engine, but still working out the smaller details. Thanks again.