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Old 09-07-2004 | 07:48 AM
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From: NotUpNorth
Default RE: made mistake when taking apart engine

As others have pointed out, it's rarely necessary to disassemble your motor....especially one
that is running well.

It's just too easy to damage gaskets and O-rings, upset wear established wear patterns and what
have you.

All too often, the result is a very clean motor that doesn't run as well as it did before it was needlessly
dismantled...if it runs at all.

As a kid, I think I tore apart my motors daily. No wonder they ran like garbage back then.

Live and learn!

You don't take apart your car engine for routine cleaning...don't do it to your model engine either unless
ABSOLUTELY necessary.

Simply wipe it clean at the end of a flying session...put a little oil in the intake and your motor will look nice and run
well for many years.

Regards,

Race