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LP forklift runs good...but lacks power

Haven't found any manuals for the old Clark CFY40B yet. Not even sure if it has the Continental engine.

It starts, runs and idles great, no smoke..just seems to lack power going up inclines etc. Not very responsive and feels like it needs more fuel (as compared to a gasoline carbed engine).

Any web sites groups out there that discuss LP engines, troubleshooting and repair? This is more of a hobby unit that I am restoring and would like to learn more about the LP fuel process.

thanks
  • Posted 21 Jul 2007 11:53
  • By ZipTow
  • joined 11 Jun'07 - 21 messages
  • New York, United States
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Make sure the timing is set to 7 degrees BTDC,and try adjusting the regulator screw out just a little bit at a time,until the powerband is achived.
  • Posted 9 Sep 2007 12:41
  • By Truck_Tech
  • joined 30 Mar'07 - 152 messages
  • United States
Truck Tech

Sorry for the slow turn around, just haven't had much time to go on-line.

To answer your question...yes it does! What should I do?
  • Posted 8 Sep 2007 07:53
  • Modified 8 Sep 2007 07:54 by poster
  • By ZipTow
  • joined 11 Jun'07 - 21 messages
  • New York, United States
Does it have a flathead Contenetial 4-cylinder,with the Vaporizer/Regulator that mounts in the coolant tower,above the thermostat?
  • Posted 26 Jul 2007 09:59
  • By Truck_Tech
  • joined 30 Mar'07 - 152 messages
  • United States

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