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12-25-2013, 08:34 AM
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Urgent-anyone checking the forums today?
Well my childs is heartbroken..
Santa surprised him with a brand new Hammerhead Torpedo and guess what it won't start!!!!!!!!!!! I should have known when I picked it up the gas line was leaking so they replaced it and the spark plug needed to be replaced. Does anyone have any idea on how I can get this started????? It did run on choke for about 5 minutes and then died and will not run anymore. 
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12-25-2013, 08:40 AM
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It could be flooded. Remove the spark plug and make sure it is dry. While the plug is out, turn the key and run the starter for a few seconds about 5-6 times. Put the plug back in and try to start it. Be careful installing the plug. The head is soft aluminum and the threads can strip easily.
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12-25-2013, 08:56 AM
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It's a pull start so should I take the plug out and try pulling it 5-6 times and then put the plug back in?
What's weird is that it started right up this morning after sitting for 3 weeks and I left it on choke for about 5 minutes and as soon as I moved it over to run it just died and will not start again.
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12-25-2013, 09:55 AM
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Yes, pull the cord a few times to "flush" it with the plug out. if you can put the back end up on stands, get it running choked, then try giving a little extra gas as you switch to run. if that does work, you may just need to adjust the idle speed a little bit higher.
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12-25-2013, 10:19 AM
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As stated previous it sounds as if it is flooded. Choke should not be on for more then 3 minutes and that is if it is 20's or below. That is a great engine and should not take more than 3 pulls to start. Sounds like the dealer did not do the proper prep before letting it out the door. There is a whole check list we have to sign off on to send in with warranty to Hammerhead. Make sure the toggle switch on dash is in ON position with key on. I would also check the oil if not already so done. If still having problems give me a call 662-301-1563 and we'll try to get you running.
TOM
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12-25-2013, 11:34 AM
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Got her running! Seems like it's still bucking though so I am going to try and run it for a while and get some of this gas through.
Thank you all very much! Smile is priceless on the little guy!
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#8
12-25-2013, 12:44 PM
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Alright! Glad to hear it is going.
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#9
12-25-2013, 02:26 PM
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Quote:
You are a heck of a guy to take time out of your holiday, Tom. A+
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