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Old Apr 19, 2017 | 11:13 AM
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can you run a 88b motor with out the b put back in it????
 
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Old Apr 19, 2017 | 12:11 PM
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It would vibrate excessively.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2017 | 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by RK4ME
It would vibrate excessively.
In theory, it shouldn't vibrate any more than a non B motor.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2017 | 12:19 PM
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Yes, but it won't pollinate and you won't get flowers.
 
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In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
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Originally Posted by BMyers
In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
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That's often true and one of the things to consider for "practice" are what is going on with the leftover parts from removing that.
 
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