How to decoke an L60 :-)

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How to decoke an L60 :-)

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This is the AVRE which was at Weston War AG



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And this is how they started it:



I'm amazed it started in only about a quarter turn of the road wheels.

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Re: How to decoke an L60 :-)

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If you count in the TN12 tow start mechanism and final drive reduction it is a pretty brutal tow start. The 55ton mass once its moving becomes a force in itself. :wink:
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Re: How to decoke an L60 :-)

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Also referred to as an "Italian Tune-Up!"

Cheers and great video!

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