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Old 09-26-2007, 07:20 AM
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Default how to tune it when u first get it

i have a tornado xl large in the box and what settings shoulg i turn the needle valve for it to start up good
Old 09-26-2007, 08:44 AM
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When you first get a new nitro you usually leave it at factory settings for the break in process. It will be difficult to start the first few times because the pinch and compression is soo tight. Once break in process is done you can start leaning it out. Run 20% nitro and get an extra plug or 2.
Old 09-26-2007, 09:04 AM
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Default RE: how to tune it when u first get it

Read these and print them out for future reference.

Quick Start Guide:
[link=http://www.redcatracing.com/quickstart.pdf]http://www.redcatracing.com/quickstart.pdf[/link]

Engine Tunning Guide:
[link=http://www.redcatracing.com/tuningyourengine.asp]http://www.redcatracing.com/tuningyourengine.asp[/link]


Like he said you shouldn't have to reset the needles or do any thing when you first get it, at the most you may have to tweek the idle needle alittle bit once you get it running.
Old 09-26-2007, 07:34 PM
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Default RE: how to tune it when u first get it

I had to tweak my idle a little bit just to get it fired up, and to keep it running. I did richen the needle valve a little bit, just to be on the safe side. I did not have a temp gun at the time, and didn't need it getting hot.
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Old 09-26-2007, 07:41 PM
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Default RE: how to tune it when u first get it

use the spit test, spit on the finger, whipe the head, if it sizzles off witing a second or two its too hot, if it evaporates in 5 seconds or so your ok

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