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Oct 28, 2012 | 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Bingee

The only cause for the kickbacks and bangs is the high compression. It has little to do with the compensator. This is especially bad when the engine is hot. Compression releases solve this problem and make starting a breeze.

A compression release may solve the problem but high compression is not the only cause of "kickback". So, before anybody replaces their compensator or starter, it is a good idea to rule out a weak battery.

Last edited by Retrop; Oct 28, 2012 at 11:54 AM.