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Old 01-08-2007, 02:36 AM
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Default RE: RC Car Actions "How to port a Nitro Engine"

for starters, I don't want this thread to turn into a "You shouldn't do it because..." thread. I wanted this here for those who were looking for info on the technique to porting, not the pros and cons of. There's enough post out there already that debate it. Lets just leave this one to "Tips, Tricks and How-to" for those that want to try it. I was a noob my first time in (although I am good with my hands like that) but still, I knew nothing about what I was doing before I jumped into it. Besides, most people that are going to attempt this are going to try it on dime-a-dozen motors not $300 Sirio's, so worst case scenario is a new sleeve/piston/rod set or a gently used motor off ebay. Heck for that matter, NEW motors can be found for $50+ so why NOT try it just to say you did?

And nitro, have you gotten a chance to run it after porting yet? How'd it turn out? Take any pics?

PS: Just bought my first on-road RS4 18ss (used) and you can bet dollars to tire donuts that I'll be porting it too