Hi Joe,
The starter engages the flywheel and stops immediately. The engine turns,
maybe, a fraction of a degree, barely noticeable movement of the fan.
I'm hoping the Spitfire gods will visit tonight and fix it while I sleep !!
Ken C
p.s. How's the S2000 Spitfire doing ?
> I'd first see if the engine is free or seized. If it is free, check the
> three obvious things:
>
> Fuel supply,
> Spark,
> Timing
>
> From the comment about the starter, you might just have an electrical
> problem. Is the starter turning and just doesn't engage the flywheel
> but continues to spin, or does it engage the flywheel and suddenly
> stop? If it does the latter, you might have jumped timing. That might
> indicate a timing chain or gear problem.
>
> Good luck,
> Joe
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