On a Saito 4-stroke, can you go from 30% nitro to 15% w/o damage?
08-02-2010, 03:05 PM
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On a Saito 4-stroke, can you go from 30% nitro to 15% w/o damage?
I heard from a LHS that if I were to break-in my Saito on 15%, then switched to 30% nitro, I could not go back to the 15% (or anything lower than the 30% nitro). Any truth to the statement?
I was planning on a break-in w/ Coolpower 15% (17% syn) w/ an added 2 or 3 ozs. of Klotz castor added. Then I was planning to go to Powermaster 30% heli, as I already own (2 gallaons) ofit (and wanted to see the benefit, if any. But right now I cannot get the Powermaster as they have not yet restared distribution to Northeast (as far as I can tell).
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Don
I was planning on a break-in w/ Coolpower 15% (17% syn) w/ an added 2 or 3 ozs. of Klotz castor added. Then I was planning to go to Powermaster 30% heli, as I already own (2 gallaons) ofit (and wanted to see the benefit, if any. But right now I cannot get the Powermaster as they have not yet restared distribution to Northeast (as far as I can tell).
Thanks in advance.
Don
08-02-2010, 04:28 PM
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RE: On a Saito 4-stroke, can you go from 30% nitro to 15% w/o damage?
Do what you want to do with the different fuels according to what fuel you can get - Just readjust the needle valve for the engine to run correct with each fuel. It doesn't hurt to go back to 15% after running 30%
The Cool Power is good when you add some castor oil to it.
With the 30% nitro you need 20% total oil either synthetic or combination synthetic/castor.
In a four stroke, I wouldn't run all castor, you need at least 50% synthetic. I prefer 75/25 synthetic/castor
The Cool Power is good when you add some castor oil to it.
With the 30% nitro you need 20% total oil either synthetic or combination synthetic/castor.
In a four stroke, I wouldn't run all castor, you need at least 50% synthetic. I prefer 75/25 synthetic/castor
08-02-2010, 08:43 PM
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RE: On a Saito 4-stroke, can you go from 30% nitro to 15% w/o damage?
W8ye,
So on the 15% Aero Coolpower, would adding the 2 or 3 ozs. be sufficient for break-in, in your experience/opinion, or should I add more? I also plan on ALWAYS adding the 2 or 3 ozs. for the FA-100 Saito, you agree?
Thank you so much. You are always one who we can all depend on for accurate, timely information and help.
Don
So on the 15% Aero Coolpower, would adding the 2 or 3 ozs. be sufficient for break-in, in your experience/opinion, or should I add more? I also plan on ALWAYS adding the 2 or 3 ozs. for the FA-100 Saito, you agree?
Thank you so much. You are always one who we can all depend on for accurate, timely information and help.
Don
08-03-2010, 07:46 AM
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RE: On a Saito 4-stroke, can you go from 30% nitro to 15% w/o damage?
I agree with W8 on all counts. That 2-3 oz. of extra castor per gallon will give you proper lubrication and encourage cool running. I've got 2 of those Saito 100's and they run like a dream and will idle forever purring like a kitten but ROAR when you open them up. Try a #F glow pluf if you haven't already.
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RE: On a Saito 4-stroke, can you go from 30% nitro to 15% w/o damage?
Thanks Augie! I appreciate the help & info! I also plan on trying an OS #F plug too. I was thinking of using the OEM Saito plug, run a couple of tankfuls, get readings of RPM & Temp, and then try the #F and see what the differences are. I have only heard good news about the #F, so I appreciate your suggestion(s).
Thanks so much.
Don
Thanks so much.
Don
