RPM Danger zone?

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Jul 23, 2014 | 07:35 PM

traildog

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RPM Danger zone?

What should my RPM limit be set to on my ignition? I have it at 5500 currently.

Jul 23, 2014 | 07:41 PM

Dr.Hess

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Whatever makes you feel good. I don't have a rev limiter on mine at all (SE ignition without a rev limiter.) I run it until the valves float and consider that my rev limiter.

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Jul 23, 2014 | 07:45 PM

deano360

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i normally dont run against the top end that much and if i do its not for every long... so i dont worry about it, if i need the get-up-and-go, i drop down a gear

Jul 23, 2014 | 07:55 PM

aces&8s

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Set it at the lowest 5500 rpm. We don't run these at NHRA, and they will last longer. If your carb ever stuck open you will be glad you did. Even when I let the dogs out I only push about 5300 and still smoke the competition.

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Jul 23, 2014 | 07:59 PM

traildog

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Originally Posted by Dr.Hess

Whatever makes you feel good. I don't have a rev limiter on mine at all (SE ignition without a rev limiter.) I run it until the valves float and consider that my rev limiter.

What happens when the valves float?