Yeah the spinner nut had a deep gouge in it, which means it hit a rock. That probably explains all the bent parts. We didn't do a range check that day. I don't think I saw anyone do a range check that day. It is something I will do next time. I think everyone misunderstood what I meant by my rubber band placement. I have an ultra stick that I'm going to start on when I get my engine. I may just do this one alone. If it crashes, I want to be the one doing the crashing.
ORIGINAL: gus
Saw your post in Crash pictures and discussions.
A lot more damage to the engine than the picture suggests.
I guess that your assessment of the engine being ruined pretty fair.
That is a real shame as well.
gus