A demonstratio of correctly hand cranking a 1928 Rolls Royce Phantom I. Ignition set to Magneto & Battery, Ignition timing to fully retarded, Mixture full rich, Speed governor at 8 O Clock position. Note always grasp crank in fingers not the palm and pull up in one swift motion. Never downwards . Disregard old comedy movies in which they show the man whirling away at the crank. Car courtesy Mr. Abid Aziz.
With the ignition timing fully retarded, and the slipping dog engagement of the hand crank, there is less chance of a kick back than a motorcycle kick starter. The procedure is exactly as given by RR in the instruction manual. I agree however that anyone not following the procedure exactly can seriously hurt himself. So dont try this at home.
shyml1 1 month ago
Ok will try with left hand.
shyml1 6 months ago