RE: HPI Star 15FE can't start
I have an HPI Super Nitro with that engine. Never could get it to idle, and it didn't run great either. A friend gave me the carb off of a Kyosho Super 10 and I bolted it on to the FE. The carb bore was a bit bigger, but both engines were .15s so I figured I'd give the 2 needle carb a shot. It runs like a banshee now! The only problem I have is a slight fuel foaming problem, so it won't drink the last 1/4 tank of fuel. Replace the carb with any 2 needle 5-6mm bore carb and it should run. The stock carb is way too rich on the bottom, even if you lean the needle as much as possible for the top end.