rubyred

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Does anyone have the phone number for magnum service center. I'm traveling and need to contact them. Thanks

AdrianM

You will find it here: http://globalservices.globalhobby.com/

rubyred

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thanks AdrianM

kmtranmd

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Interesting story on Rossi engines, Bob. I guess this 'yong grasshoppa' need much to learn... I wouldn't have a clue like that other guy about O-ring leaks and the sort. I did not know exhaust air leak can impact idle and everything. I guess I'll have to try a Rossi one of these days. But before that, I still want to slap my Jettstream muffler on the Magnum 52XLS when I get the replacement motor to see what that screamer can do.[:-]

Flyboy Dave

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I'll bet the Magnum .52 XLS would be a real screamer too, with that pipe.
I know they scream pretty good stock. Be sure to give the engine the
once over....tighten all the screws (carefully) and make sure the carb is
down tight.

FBD.

kmtranmd

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Well guys, I got my Magnum 52XLS back from Global Services. They took about 3 weeks to service this thing. They replaced the bearings and piston and sleeve unit. The motor was not packaged well, oil ended up soaking the instructions and service note. Someone broke the muffler pressure line nipple and did not even bother to replace it. Service note only stated replacement of bearings and piston. Did not even bother to explain to me why a brand new motor wore out bearings after a dozen flights. Can't say I'm happy about their service.[&o]

marcus doobus

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I own 6 - 52 xls's. For the most part I like them. I do find that the bearings are unreliable. I have some that have worn out soon, and others that have lasted for around 1 year. I generally use 11 x 6 for speed & 12 x 5 for 3D. I think that they're pretty reliable and very powerful after you get them dialed in. I fly a lot. I send the engines back for warranty replacements. After the warranty is out I put some Boca bearings in and forget that problem. Over all I like them for the price & power. The true chromed liners are nice also. Hope this helps.

flutter caused it

Hey Bob, thanks for the tips on the Rossi exhaust. I purchased a new Rossi RAL 45 and it came with the black pipe that mounts via the nylon O-ring. We installed it on a Great Planes Revoler with the muffler unsupported. It did rest directly under the landing gear so I just was a Tie Wrap to keep it from moving. Just like you said, it leaked alot of exhaust from the O-ring. I couldnt get a steady needle setting either and with my experience should have instantly realized the leaking O-ring was most likely the problem but instead pulled the fuel lines and the tank looking for the problems there. Thanks for the advice, will order a couple new O-rings and secure the pipe more squarely.