Hi Bob

JP is right. All RCV engines are run at our UK factory for a brief time (5 - 10 mins) prior to despatch. This ensures that the gears, timing etc are set up correctly. The RCV design incorporates close fitting components, therefore your engine will benefit from extended running in 1 - 2 hours. During this time power will increase and the engine will become smoother.


Since May 1st 2006, all RCV engines leaving the factory now come complete with a glow plug (& on the SP series we also include the starting adapter). These components are now included in the slightly higher price, however prior to this they were available to purchase as extras.

With regard to getting the engines out there, we still manage to despatch most engines within a couple of days of receiving an order, however we did run out of RCV90SP engines last month. I am pleased to say they are now back in stock but this did cause (& is still causing) some delays.

Best regards
Laurenne