Fired up the MK last night ready for its first run of the season. It was getting dark and noticed the headers (exhaust) were glowing red. Is this normal or could there be a problem with the fuel mixture? Any help would be appreciated.


Sorry just noticed posted in the wrong section. Can I move it?
Regards,

Arnie.

[Edited on 2/4/09 by Arnie]

Check you ignition timing mate, sounds like its far too retarded and needs advancing.

Rich

^^^^^^^ as above - he's right you know

could be too lean...that happened on mine, richened up the idle, and sorted the problem

Thanks for your help. I will give them ago.

Regards,

Arnie

tubular headers normally glow in the dark after a run, quite normal

you know you've been thrashing it when they glow in the daylight