Gas and 2-stroke oil? What's 2-stroke oil? Where do I get it, and how much should I use?

Since these engines have no sump to hold oil for engine lubrication, like nitro, the oil comes from the fuel. You need to mix your pump gas with a specific amount of 2-stroke oil, in order to provide the engine with the lubrication (and cooling) that it needs.

What oil? Well, there are many topics about this, but the key here is to get a good performance 2-stroke oil. Klotz techniplate, Amsoil, Panolin are all popular ones, but if you can't find those, you should search on the forum, there have been multiple topics and suggestions. If you still can't find the help you need, try a motorcycle shop, and just ask for a high quality 2 stroke oil.

How much? Again, there is a certain amount of speculation about this. The general rule, and what you will most often see in the manuals for these gas engines, is 25:1, or 40ml in every liter. You should get a measuring cup or a giant syringe from the drug store in order to correctly measure your amounts. Incorrect mixing could shorten the life of your engine.

ALWAYS shake your fuel can before gassing up the car, to ensure the oil is well mixed with the gas.