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Forum: Redcat Racing Support

05-21-2013, 03:04 PM

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NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

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Posted By nitrosportsandrunner

RE: NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

click sound is most likely the piston going from TDC to back down again. at that point the piston contacts the cylinder wall and begins to suck in air. There should be a bit of resistance at TDC...

Forum: Redcat Racing Support

05-20-2013, 08:06 PM

Replies: 9

NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

Views: 1,759

Posted By nitrosportsandrunner

RE: NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

Im thinking it was left at top dead center after the 1st run. Thats probly why it was soo hard to get turned over when he went to start it again for tank #2.
Im betting it needs the needles tuned....

Forum: Redcat Racing Support

05-20-2013, 06:40 PM

Replies: 9

NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

Views: 1,759

Posted By nitrosportsandrunner

RE: NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

speaking in general terms, 1 speed is more durable and thus better for bashing while 2 speed allows for faster accelleration without sacraficing top speed.

things to try
test your glow plug. ...

Forum: Redcat Racing Support

05-20-2013, 12:49 PM

Replies: 9

NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

Views: 1,759

Posted By nitrosportsandrunner

RE: NEW RadCat Racing Earthquake 3.5 engine probem

breakin is the biggest PITA ever...I hate doing it.
Motor is hard to turn over when motor is new.
That said, your issue does kinda sound like could have it too hot when you ran the first tank.
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