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06-26-2006 | 01:14 PM

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rszanti

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From: Cincinnati, OH

RE: antique...

I can tell you that if it's an original Cox engine, you must buy a Cox glow plug as a replecement as the whole head is actually the glow plug. But there are adapters made that replace the head so you can install a normal glow plug. If you opt for the adapter, then you only need to be careful about the heat range of the plug you use.

For a lot of Cox Historical info check out http://www.mh-aerotools.de/airfoils/cox_frameset.htm, as far as I know the best site for any info related to Cox products such as cars and particularly engines. He may even have a copy of those instructions you want (you didn't mention the exact model) available for download.

For vendors who can provide adapters, glow plugs, etc. do a Google search for Cox and you'll be snowed under by the places you find.

When you look for fuel, be careful that what you buy is formulated for 1/2A (.049 sized) engines. There are many other brands besides Cox. The best place to start is with your local hobby shop. Mail order fuel is ussually very expensive as you must pay a $25 shipping premium because it's a highly flammable item - the hobby shops spread that extra cost over multiple cans so you don't pay the brunt.

Putting it back together ..... I could show you

, but I don't have any diagrams, etc to provide. Maybe another member will have a copy of the instructions or could provide some helpful pics.

Richard

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