Throttle slips

[MFP8055]

I've got a 1210 that will slip from wide open throttle to a lower speed while running. It it runs great at high speed (3000 RPM) with no vibration. As it slows, I first notice a little more shake, and then have to open the throttle again. I don't see any obvious tension adjustment at either the lever or engine end. I imagine this is a fairly standard component since it looks real similar to the one on my 1650. Any advice is appreciated.

[Methos]

Originally Posted by MFP8055

I've got a 1210 that will slip from wide open throttle to a lower speed while running. It it runs great at high speed (3000 RPM) with no vibration. As it slows, I first notice a little more shake, and then have to open the throttle again. I don't see any obvious tension adjustment at either the lever or engine end. I imagine this is a fairly standard component since it looks real similar to the one on my 1650. Any advice is appreciated.

Sounds like the throttle cable is slipping to me.

[ajgross]

You probably nee to either replace the throttle cable or take the lever out of the dash and try to give the rivet a good whack with a hammer and tighten it back up.

AJ

[CubDieselFan]

Originally Posted by ajgross

You probably nee to either replace the throttle cable or take the lever out of the dash and try to give the rivet a good whack with a hammer and tighten it back up.

AJ

Yep, what AJ said....

[MFP8055]

The cable is in good shape and not slipping. It's the throttle lever that slides down from full open to mid-range when operating. Sounds like a job for a big hammer. Thought i could get away without pulling the fuel tank and removing the speed control. Wishful thinking on my part.