iflynething

What is everything you have hooked up to that think, more specifically that coil on the head?

I'm curious about that

Thanks, that engine sound marvelous, and I love watching those rocker arms go like they do!! I bet you couldn't do that do a Saito (running it without the valve covers) or could you??

~Michael~

Ernie Misner

Bill, do you have any idea where that info is about running the valves tight on the Saitos? Is it in this huge thread? I have taken a peek and not found it yet. A friend needs it. Thanks!

Ernie

jlkonn

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Bill,
I think I've got a problem.
Just in from flying my Saito 1.00 powered UCD 60.
I'm able to fly in back on our acreage.
I was messing around doing inside 1/2 loops then pushing into a outside 1/2 loop, etc going on up.
I run 25% Sig fuel 1/2 the oil content is castor the other 1/2 is synthetic.
15X6 APC prop.
Anyway I started hearing a banging noise like maybe the cowl was loose or the muffler was about to drop off.
I immediately throttled back and landed.
Nothing loose but...
When I pull the prop up against compression and then move it back and forth sounds like something is loose inside...maybe even the piston.
It was running when I landed and it was idling until I killed it.
I'm afraid to start it again until I find the problem and I don't want to just start tearing it apart.
Any ideas?
Thanks!
JLK

iflynething

Anything you hear in the engine doesn't sound good!

~Michael~

jlkonn

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Well, the plot thickens...
I took the back cover off the case.
There was a small amount of metal shavings.
It looked like the rod end had touched the inside of the case.
Couldn't figure how that could happen.
Looking at the rear bearing that shows around the crank it looks like the darn retainer is coming apart!
I can't figure this.
The engine has less than 6 gallons thru it and I don't abuse it.
It was new in August.
I wonder if Horizon will warranty?
JLK

William Robison

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Ernie:

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Bill, do you have any idea where that info is about running the valves tight on the Saitos? Is it in this huge thread? I have taken a peek and not found it yet. A friend needs it. Thanks

I've been into this in a couple other threads, but it's been a while. All the duration changes and the increased lift can be seen with just a little thought and thinking about the geometry involved.

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JohnK:

When I read your first post I thought of a bearing failure, seems that's exactly what happened. And yes, it is a warranty item. Send it to Horizon, they'll take care of it, and you.

Bill.

Hobbsy

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I flew my RCM 40 yesterday with one of the last Saito .50s available, I was using S&W 15% Hi Rev fuel and a 12x7 ProZinger. What a combo for economy, I flew my usual 12 minutes with the radio timer set and took my good ole time landing. I had used less than a third of the tank of fuel, I flew another 12 minutes and still didn't use it down to half. The .50 is a winner in every way. Take offs using the 12x7 were very short affairs. The RCM is surprisingly fast set up this way.

johnS555

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Bill
I have more Saitos than my pocketbook would like to know, just out flying a Tiger 60 with a 100 on it, flys good, would like to join the club, is there is any more room, thank you........JohnS555

William Robison

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JohnS:

You are now number 118 on the "Club Saito" listings.

Welcome to the madhouse.

Bill.

MAAC

How do I post a question, new post in Club Saito?

William Robison

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MAAC:

If it's a Saito question either post it here or start a new thread

For any other brand start a new thread.

Bill.

8D3

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I recently purchased a CG Ultimate with a Saito 1.50 on it.Awsome combo.Currently using a 16x6 APC prop.Any other prop suggestions for this setup?BTW running 30% coolpower for fuel.It does well now,just thinking that you guys may know of better setup.I also have another 1.50 on its way for my winter project.I love these engines.

gerrie

Dear Bill

I could not resist the urge to try a Saito 82 any longer and bought one - sounds awsome . I want to know if could use the breather nipple sa a pressure source for the Iron Bay fuel regulator .Were should I tap the engine if the muffler does not provide enough pressure and if the breather cant be used?

I hope i can join the club.
Many thanks
Gerrie

Hobbsy

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Gerrie, the muffler will give you more than enough pressure, the tank will swell just like a YS does. Put the check valve right at the pressure tap.

William Robison

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8D3:

I strongly recommend a castor blend fuel, the cams just last a lot longer. Coolpower is all synthetic. Try the Omega fuel. I wont say not to use 30% nitro, but all I run in mine is 15%. Omega, of course.
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gerrie:

I go with Hobbsy on the pressure source for a Cline or Iron Bay system. Stay with the muffler tap. The crank case vent can be used, but since an atmosopheric vent is still needed, it can get complicated.

Bill.

MAAC

You have missed my point. How do I start a new question here. I see no button for that?

William Robison

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MAAC:

Soirry.

There is no "Flag" to show a difference between a comment and a question. Just click on "POST REPLY" and start typing, or do it easier and type in the quick reply box.

Bill.

Sturtz

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Hello Saito Club members !! Nice thread you got going here. Got anymore room for another Saito lover ?
Saito.72
Saito1.00
Saito1.50

"The only nitro engine I can trust in a low hover."

William Robison

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Sturtz:

You are in as number 121.

See the current listings [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_3306814/anchors_3515687/mpage_27/key_/anchor/tm.htm#3515687]here[/link] in post 657 for numeric, and post 658 for the alphabetic list.

Bill.

Sturtz

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Thank you. Proud to be here.

MAAC

I just bought a New Saito 200 V-Twin on ebay. I plan on putting it in a Hanger 9 P-51.
My plan was to use an on board glow system. I see that the engine comes with a wire set up for two plugs. Will the other two plugs light on there own and which two should I wire up? The front two or back two?
Thanks

Kmot

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Hi Michael,

The coil is for water. I plan to put this engine into a model boat. Since it won't have a prop blowing cooling air, the water flowing through the coil surrounding the cylinder hopefully will suffice. Although I am considering a small fan as well.

As for the engine rocker arms, well this is in fact a Saito.

Glad you enjoyed the video!

William Robison

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[b]MAAC:

Heat only the rear plug in each cylinder. The front plug will be lit by the combustion when the engine starts.

And you are now listed as number 122 in "Club Saito."

Bill.

Genesis_twin

Hey Guys, member #50 (pg 6&7) checking in with some updated pics and a question.

The 182 has been running well except for some stalling after flipping it. Has anyone used the cline regulator on one of these? I got one but I couldn't get it to work well even after opening the needles about six turns. Maybe the dual carbs need 2 regulators?

Also It runs well without the regulator with the HS needles set at 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns out. Does that sound right? It is kind of tough to tune this thing by RPM.

Sorry still no videos but enjoy the pics.

Kmot

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Genesis, that is totally awesome!

How did you attach the CPU fan to it? I might need to do the same with the FA40 I want to put into a boat.

-Tom