Thanks for your input dougwill! (And to everyone else too!!!) Prop size is 14 x 4 and the RPM's are virtually what is described in the article you forwarded. (also stated in my previous to last post, the long one) I kept the rev's to about 5k after first keeping at about 2 to 4k for 10 minutes (per the Saito book) then at full speed for a brief time (maybe 5 to 8 seconds) at 2 1/2 turns of needle. Then (since I had a servo hooked to my test rig) I would run it alternatively from 5k to 7k. I did this for about 6 tank fills. Then I ran the session I described earlier while leaning it back to 1 3/4 turns (the max rpm was around 9k for that session, and then only for about 20 seconds, otherwise 4 to 7k for about a minute each was the routine there as well) The oil content in the exhaust changed from dripping wet to merely smoky wet.

rtn9105, thanks, as for the after run oil, I thought about that as I was doing it, and you're right, I need to put it in the crankcase nipple. However, since it is mounted upright on the test stand, (a huge welding table with a test stand attached) I couldn't really do that without removing it and flipping it over. Plus, I have been doing these run-in sessions three times a day, so I don't think there is any shortage of lube, if I was to walk away from it for a a fews days or more, I will be sure to do just what you mentioned.

rcelement, I really like that idea of the Engine Store spray! I will have to find some here at our local marine shop. I hope they have it.

I am delighted with this engine! It is the only one I have ever had that I only need to flip with a stick or gloved hand. And it always starts on the first flip, even when the "kick" flips the prop backwards it still manages to flip back around and start! I thought I had some nice engines but this Saito 82 is the finest example I have ever owned. I am so glad that I decided to go with it, I would have never been this happy about the choice of power for my UCD than anything else. Now I understand why you guys with Saitos suggested it. Wish I had all of the Saitos! I especially like the twins, would love a Piper Cub with one in it for lazy flying!