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Birddog-RCU 08-14-2002 03:32 AM

Convert a G-38 to electronic ignition?
 
Can anyone tell me if it would be worth it to convert a G-38 to EI and where is the best place to get it converted? Also... I have heard that Zenoahs run much better if they are balanced by an aftermarket professional. Anyone have any comments on that?

Thanks,

captinjohn 08-14-2002 03:16 PM

BALANCE
 
I would also like to know if the balance job works and who performs this option. Thanks Captinjohn

tkg 08-15-2002 01:40 AM

G-38
 
Ch Electronics has an bolt on ignition set up for the G-38. Counter rotating is also possible. Bad new is the cost.
Most Zenoahs are balanced correctly, but the G-38 has a long hub and a prop strike can twist the crank. A crooked engine is a vibrator for sure

kevin mcgrath 08-15-2002 11:27 AM

Convert a G-38 to electronic ignition?
 
Both RC ignition and CH electronics make conversions for the G38......I beleive RC Ign do the conversion and I have used the CH bolt on set up successfully.......
Whether its worth it to you is a personal decision...It wont add much to the top end,it will smooth out the midrange some,and it will improve the idle and hand starting (no backfire) quite a bit.....some significant weight savings too ,Im not sure exactly how much on the G 38,but its about 10oz on a Quadra 400 or Ryobi .
I have never heard of any magic aftermarket balancing procedure for the G38 or any other two stroke single for that matter.....

NM2K 08-15-2002 01:28 PM

Convert a G-38 to electronic ignition?
 
One of the US importers of Quadra engines used to balance Q-35 flywheels for a fee.

Birddog-RCU 08-15-2002 03:34 PM

Thanks!
 
Thanks for the posts guys. I tried RC Ignition but they don't seem to use email (no reply).

tkg 08-15-2002 08:05 PM

RC
 
I think RC's out racing, should be back next week.

Wings-RCU 08-16-2002 02:03 AM

Convert a G-38 to electronic ignition?
 
Don't give up on RC ignition! He does a beautiful job for the G-38. The ignition is self-contained in a custom aluminum back plate/mount. It is the smoothest running best starting gas engine I have! An electronic ignition will really smooth out a magneto engine.

Birddog-RCU 08-16-2002 02:58 AM

RCI
 
Great! I'll be patient :D

Sawyer692-RCU 11-27-2002 12:43 AM

Convert a G-38 to electronic ignition?
 
What is the cost?

Antique 11-27-2002 02:21 AM

Convert a G-38 to electronic ignition?
 
$175.00


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