Why is my exhaust spitting flames?
The main reason you’ll see flames shooting from a car’s pipes is that unburnt fuel has been dumped into the exhaust system and has caught fire. It’s likely you’ll have to run a richer fuel mix to make it work; the more fuel you can dump into the exhaust, the bigger the bang.
What does it mean when the exhaust Pops on a bike?
It’s a matter of degrees. Large pops can signify a mixture that’s way off, while some bikes may pop a little at peak efficiency. Removing the baffles will generally require a jet change or remap. Performance is hindered or engine damage can occur if it’s not done properly. The easiest way to gauge is by checking plugs.
Why does my engine pop when I let off throttle?
Idle is 1500rpm. I never have popping or backfire during idle, cruising speeds or under accelleration. Only time I’m getting it is if I open up throttle to speed up rapidly, then let off throttle. Is this damaging to my engine? It’s like a rapid succession of pops/bangs… like 3 to 5 of them.. Or is this its normal sound?
What should I do if my exhaust is popping?
Remove the baffles and you increase airflow through the engine, and you have a lean condition. Once you re-jet, (assuming we’re right) and things are running right, do what he suggested and check your plugs AGAIN. You may need to change the plugs to another heat range.
What causes a motorcycle exhaust pipe to backfire?
Running rich not only drastically decreases your miles per gallon, but can cause severe backfires in the exhaust pipe.
Is there a way to make the exhaust spit flames?
It’s likely you’ll have to run a richer fuel mix to make it work; the more fuel you can dump into the exhaust, the bigger the bang. Also, if your car has a turbo, an atmospheric blow off valve will help. Are some engines better at causing flames than others? Yes. The fast track to flame throwing is to get yourself a rotary-powered car.
Why does a rotoary engine spit out flames?
The reason they work so well is because they naturally run richer, meaning there’s more combustible gases making their way through the exhaust system. A straight-piped rotoary-engined car will likely spit flames without the need to fiddle with anything.
What kind of car will spit out flames?
The fast track to flame throwing is to get yourself a rotary-powered car. The reason they work so well is because they naturally run richer, meaning there’s more combustible gases making their way through the exhaust system. A straight-piped rotoary-engined car will likely spit flames without the need to fiddle with anything.
Why do I have flames coming out of my exhaust pipe?
The main reason you’ll see flames shooting from a car’s pipes is that unburnt fuel has been dumped into the exhaust system and has caught fire. Therefore the easiest and most common way to get your flamethrower on is to get rid of your catalytic converter (its job is to clean up stuff like fuel from exiting the car,…