too much oil in gas mixture

red_chaser

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what happens if there is too much oil in the gas mixture.

what problems will that cause? would that excess oil make it difficult to start my motor?
 

wilde1j

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Re: too much oil in gas mixture

Run, it will explode!

Nah, just smoke a bit.
 

Chinewalker

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Re: too much oil in gas mixture

It would only make it difficult to start if you had WAY too much oil, like 2:1 ratio. If you just inadvertently doubled up the oil, the only downside would be the motor making lots of smoke. Could also create a problem if you intend to troll, as you could foul a plug. Otherwise, just run it through. If it bothers you, run it halfway through and add a bit more gas to thin it out...
 
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