[finnyfarm]

I have a 1991 EXT 550 special that seems to be running on one cyl at idle, but once I bring it up to half throttle or so, it seems to run on both. I've changed the plug wires & plugs(many times). Just hoping someone can help me out. Could the CDI be causing this or does it sound like a stator problem. It doesn't seem to change with operating temp.

 

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Probably a carb issue and not related to any electrical components.

Clean carbs. ( be sure to check pilot circuts and choke adjustment )

 

[bswej]

sounds like a choke issue.Did you change cables.

 

[900geek]

Like they said i would make sure your choke isnt on and flooding that side and pull the pilot jet out on the dead side and look for a blockage in it

 

[cmscat50]

I'd agree likely pilot...or maybe choke.

 

[JohnAB]

I also would say carb issue. I know on my triple, the true blue Arctic Cat manual clearly states that if your choke is incorrectly adjusted, it will only run on one cylinder at idle.

 

[maxi426]

Crank seal?

 

[sellery]

Easy test for fuel or spark problems. Try one plug at a time and see if good spark. Try on each cylinder (switch) and if problem followes wire than likely a coil problem. Change your coil and see if still a problem. I just cleaned my T cat carbs and set to factory settings and THEN changed coil. Runs like a new machine. I also had a 550 cougar with your same problem. Changed the coil problem fixed!!

 

[Cowboyup083]

My 700 Powder special was doing the same thing, I replaced the nettle and seat in the carb, (it was worn out.) Run like new now