1998 Sportsman 500 Not Starting Help

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02-20-2006, 12:57 AM

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1998 Sportsman 500 Not Starting Help

I have nver had problem wiyh it, I drove into my trailer after riding, took it home went to start it it would not start. Changed plug cleaned carb and still nothing. Have fuel and spark but won't fire. Please help if you know anything.

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02-20-2006, 01:08 AM

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Check you ETC for correct adjustment

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02-20-2006, 01:10 AM

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What's the ETC

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02-20-2006, 07:55 AM

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TRy adjusting the valves.And checking compression.

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02-20-2006, 07:22 PM

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TRy adjusting the valves.And checking compression.

very true you may have lost just enough compression so that the engine still runs but does not start.. remember you engine does need more compression to start then run

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