Actually. I already tried making a siphon when I was running without nitro. The idea was to prevent fuel flooding the engine when awaiting my turn to fly... and it worked... till I tried hovering. Anyway, I have mounted the engine at 270deg (clockwise when looking from infront). Earlier this was not possible as the stock muffler interfered with the firewall. But I recently obtained a Slimline muffler suitable for side mounting. Mounted the same on the engine today and ran it briefly. Earlier, I would always need an electric starter to start the engine if I tried starting it after a couple of weeks, even after choking to get fuel into the carb. But today after feeding a little direct into the carb and a couple of flicks with a saftey starter, it came back to life. Signs are good but I would prefer to keep my fingers crossed. The flying season is about to start here though I wont be able to take my 3D plane out for atleast another month. Also the fact that I didnt fly at all during the erratic monsoon means I am out of confidence so I will restart with my trainer or a tiger.. .did keep myself in touch through kit building and simulator practice but nothing equates to the real thing...

Will keep you informed, thanks

Ameyam