OS 50 sx with Macs tune pipe
10-03-2013, 07:05 AM
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OS 50 sx with Macs tune pipe
G'day have a few problems with tuning in my 50sx not getting any real response an the mixture screw !
10-06-2013, 06:55 PM
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Test the muffler/ tuned pipe pressure fitting for restriction. A fuel line restriction like a kink, dirt, too small a line, bad in-line filter or filter-clunk. A fuel tank that's too low can cause problems. loose the fuel-er valve if you have one.
PS, If you can't keep bearings in that 50 SX, scrap it, the case bearing bores had bad alignment in many of those.
PS, If you can't keep bearings in that 50 SX, scrap it, the case bearing bores had bad alignment in many of those.
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I really like the technique of underpropping a piped engine for ground/bench runs so the static rpm is in flight rpm range, allows the pipe to be tuned quite accurately if that is needed, and also assists in setting the needle if the mixture seems elusive. 10% trimmed off the tips for sport engines, 15% for DF type engines on props seems to work - I didn't come up with those numbers. Fuel demand goes up with rpm, but suction at the carb does not follow in linear proportion so the mixture goes lean if the needle is set for ground rpm.
BTW - izzy - is this a MAC's "pretuned" system? Or a la carte with a stock header and pipe?
BTW - izzy - is this a MAC's "pretuned" system? Or a la carte with a stock header and pipe?
10-11-2013, 09:11 AM
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that's what I have been doing lol, from the header to the tune pipe there's a 30 mm gap if I bring it in it goes lean but the problem is still there no really response on the high end side minimal , screw it anti clockwise to richen and no response !
10-15-2013, 08:12 AM
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It is likely going lean when the pipe is shorter, because it is on the pipe then and needs more fuel to make it happy. So yes richer, and richer again. Like MJD says, use a smaller prop for ground runs. In a dive, on the bigger props it will come on the pipe with little adjustments of the pipe/prop dia.
10-15-2013, 08:49 AM
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A properly set up fuel system is a closed loop of pressure that is capable of feeding the most thirsty 2 strokes in the world.
It there is any restriction [like dirt or crud in the needle valve] the system fails here.
If the tuned pipe coupler leaks..same idea, loss of consistent pressure.
The nipple at the pipe CAN rarely become clogged
The crankcase seal of the engine must be within serviceable limits.
Pin holes in the fuel line pick up tube, or being connected to the wrong line........it is handy to have a big 2 oz syringe to troubleshoot pressure leaks and to actually suck out clogs sometimes.
Yes, if you are running too much prop and the engine is too hot as a result the engine will not respond to mixture changes if the piston is over expanded, shut it down.
Make sure to use at least 20% oil if you know exactly what you are doing and 25% oil if you do not know what you are doing.
[I use 25% oil quite often]
It there is any restriction [like dirt or crud in the needle valve] the system fails here.
If the tuned pipe coupler leaks..same idea, loss of consistent pressure.
The nipple at the pipe CAN rarely become clogged
The crankcase seal of the engine must be within serviceable limits.
Pin holes in the fuel line pick up tube, or being connected to the wrong line........it is handy to have a big 2 oz syringe to troubleshoot pressure leaks and to actually suck out clogs sometimes.
Yes, if you are running too much prop and the engine is too hot as a result the engine will not respond to mixture changes if the piston is over expanded, shut it down.
Make sure to use at least 20% oil if you know exactly what you are doing and 25% oil if you do not know what you are doing.
[I use 25% oil quite often]
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