Fuel, LHS or home brew, glow plugs, brand of glow engine, radios, batteries, to AMA or not to AMA, and servos are all lengthy topics that usually don't end with any agreement.
To me it's all personal preference. Beginners and those who are returning really don't need to have things become more complicated.
essixx hasn't logged back in since Nov 28, 2025, so I guess he's on his own either way.
I'm driving distance to Graves RC and they're holding Omega 5% castor blend and 10% Cool Power. ($21.99 per gallon).
When I visit family up in Boston, it's $35 a gallon up there. The difference in cost varies depending on where you live.
I'd sure hate to find a shortage of oil content ruin one of my engines. Excess is problematic as well.
Be sure to shake your jug of fuel each time you go out to fly.