Can I decarb in a barrel?

[John Lapic]

I have read many posts about decarbing with Seafoam. The instructions include running a gallon of mixed gas with 3/4 can of Seafoam at WOT. If I remove the prop, can I do the same in a barrel? My logic is I need to get the RPM's up and if I remove the prop, I should be able to accomplish that in a barrel. I will need to make sure I keep a good water flow to avoid overheating. What do you think? I have a Johnson 9.5.

 

[rjezuit]

Re: Can I decarb in a barrel?

DO NOT run a 2 cycle engine unloaded!!! This can result in a run away condition and bad things can happen, like destruction. Run in a barrel with the propeller spinning and in gear if you must, but it is best to run it on a boat if possible. Rick

 

[iwombat]

Re: Can I decarb in a barrel?

You can do a decent decarb in a barrel running at about 1/3 throttle with the prop on. Even the 1/3 throttle isn't really necessary, but don't push it past that or runaway is very likely.

 

[John Lapic]

Re: Can I decarb in a barrel?

Thanks for the tip. I can run it on the lake but thought I could save some time by doing the same in a barrel. I"ll save smoking out the neighbors and take it to the lake.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Can I decarb in a barrel?

that's the best move.

 

[tmcalavy]

Re: Can I decarb in a barrel?

Yeah, at least at the lake if someone objects you can point to the smoke drifting off and say "it was that guy that just went around the bend" then talk a lot about fogging for skeeters.