Best fuel mixture for genesis
11-16-2004 | 08:23 AM
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Best fuel mixture for genesis
Hi there, i just bought my new genesis and have been reading the product sheets and everything but have not found any clear information as to the type of fuel that should be used!
I know i can use anything between 20 and 30% nitro fuel but what ratio of oil should be used?
Should i have a high mixture say 25% with 10% oil.
What is the recommended fuel range and oil mixtures for save running of the BEAST FROM CEN!!
At the moment i am running it in with 20% nitro and 20% oil mixture, once i start to trim the rich settings i will lower the oil concentration down to a standard mix from one of the leading suppliers, something like pro-sport.
Thanks..........
I know i can use anything between 20 and 30% nitro fuel but what ratio of oil should be used?
Should i have a high mixture say 25% with 10% oil.
What is the recommended fuel range and oil mixtures for save running of the BEAST FROM CEN!!
At the moment i am running it in with 20% nitro and 20% oil mixture, once i start to trim the rich settings i will lower the oil concentration down to a standard mix from one of the leading suppliers, something like pro-sport.
Thanks..........
11-19-2004 | 05:53 AM
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RE: Best fuel mixture for genesis
Ok i will put it another way.
What makes of fuel do you recommend for running a genesis on.
For best effect and minimal wear of the cylinder and parts what oil concentration should the fuel have.
What makes of fuel do you recommend for running a genesis on.
For best effect and minimal wear of the cylinder and parts what oil concentration should the fuel have.
11-22-2004 | 05:57 AM
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RE: Best fuel mixture for genesis
I copied this from the Byron home page: CEN RACING... tell us what you recommend.
Byron Originals markets a tested and proven fuel for nearly every possible model engine application. The complete fuel line now includes 43 different products.
Oil percentages are not a proprietary secret to Byron Originals. Oil content is so easily checked through evaporation that to claim it a secret should be embarrassing for any manufacturer who makes such a claim. Oil content percentages are stated right on the bottle of Byron Fuel. These percentages range between what is specifically needed for a certain application and what modelers want as a form of personal insurance and comfort.
Our most popular blends are our Premium Sport Blends with a 16% total oil content. The three most popular Premium Sport Blends of 5%, 10% and 15% Nitro are also available in what we call our Traditional Blends (20% total oil content) and our Premium 18 Blends (18% total oil content). 1/2A fuel is available in 16% total degummed castor. RACE Fuels range from 11% to 18%, depending upon the application and the recommendation of the engine manufacturer. Specialty fuels, such as Heli Pro-Glow and Super Tigre Fuel utilize oil contents of 10%, 24% and 10% respectively.
http://www.byronfuels.com/
Nitromethane represents a nearly perfect fuel that brings its own oxygen into the combustion process. While there are many theories on some of the effects nitromethane has on temperature and performance, none applies across the board in all applications and with all types and sizes of engines. The nitromethane percentage you need depends a lot on how your engine was designed and the engine manufacturers’ recommendations should always be considered one of your top recommendations.
Some modelers are under the impression that nitromethane contributes to a higher combustion temperature which is not always true. Depending upon how your engine is set up, higher nitro can actually turn down the heat in certain situations. If you experience predetonation, then it is recommended you go to a lower nitromethane level. Too high a nitro content can cause pitting of the top of the piston and the inside of the glow plug dome. If you run high nitro, you should disassemble your engine occasionally and check it for pitting. If you choose to run a higher nitro than normal, you may need to shim the glow plug head to compensate.
Increasing nitromethane does not always assure higher performance. Due to the cost factor, if you are a sport modeler, run the lowest nitromethane you can as long as your engine is starting well in cold weather and performance is smooth and responsive.
Even though you may select a higher oil content for engine break-in, you should always break your engine in on the same nitromethane percentage that you plan to run after break-in.
I have now broken in my genesis and will be moving from the 20% nitro mix (with 20% oil) to a 25% nitro fuel with a 15% oil mix. This should be enough to keep the temperature low/stable and minimise the wear on the cylinder. As long as i take it easy with the truck during this change over it should be ok.
Byron Originals markets a tested and proven fuel for nearly every possible model engine application. The complete fuel line now includes 43 different products.
Oil percentages are not a proprietary secret to Byron Originals. Oil content is so easily checked through evaporation that to claim it a secret should be embarrassing for any manufacturer who makes such a claim. Oil content percentages are stated right on the bottle of Byron Fuel. These percentages range between what is specifically needed for a certain application and what modelers want as a form of personal insurance and comfort.
Our most popular blends are our Premium Sport Blends with a 16% total oil content. The three most popular Premium Sport Blends of 5%, 10% and 15% Nitro are also available in what we call our Traditional Blends (20% total oil content) and our Premium 18 Blends (18% total oil content). 1/2A fuel is available in 16% total degummed castor. RACE Fuels range from 11% to 18%, depending upon the application and the recommendation of the engine manufacturer. Specialty fuels, such as Heli Pro-Glow and Super Tigre Fuel utilize oil contents of 10%, 24% and 10% respectively.
http://www.byronfuels.com/
Nitromethane represents a nearly perfect fuel that brings its own oxygen into the combustion process. While there are many theories on some of the effects nitromethane has on temperature and performance, none applies across the board in all applications and with all types and sizes of engines. The nitromethane percentage you need depends a lot on how your engine was designed and the engine manufacturers’ recommendations should always be considered one of your top recommendations.
Some modelers are under the impression that nitromethane contributes to a higher combustion temperature which is not always true. Depending upon how your engine is set up, higher nitro can actually turn down the heat in certain situations. If you experience predetonation, then it is recommended you go to a lower nitromethane level. Too high a nitro content can cause pitting of the top of the piston and the inside of the glow plug dome. If you run high nitro, you should disassemble your engine occasionally and check it for pitting. If you choose to run a higher nitro than normal, you may need to shim the glow plug head to compensate.
Increasing nitromethane does not always assure higher performance. Due to the cost factor, if you are a sport modeler, run the lowest nitromethane you can as long as your engine is starting well in cold weather and performance is smooth and responsive.
Even though you may select a higher oil content for engine break-in, you should always break your engine in on the same nitromethane percentage that you plan to run after break-in.
I have now broken in my genesis and will be moving from the 20% nitro mix (with 20% oil) to a 25% nitro fuel with a 15% oil mix. This should be enough to keep the temperature low/stable and minimise the wear on the cylinder. As long as i take it easy with the truck during this change over it should be ok.
