mk1spitfire

Saito 82

Ive just got a new gasket set and theree is a metal Washer the same size as the two orings provided. both intake manifold pipe.
Where does this metal washer go,? is it a packer between the pipe and engine? how doesit fit?

Cheers?

blw

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The manual doesn't show it well, but the stackup is first a black rubber o ring into the engine manifold intake. This should be one made of viton and labelled separately from the other o ring. It should fit easily into the engine. Next is the shiny metal washer. When you put the manifold pipe into the intake, you will see how the shoulder on the manifold pipe pushes the metal washer into the engine for a good seal. Hope this is clear enough.

Another way to do it is to put that metal washer on your manifold pipe and then slowly work the pipe through that black washer and into the intake. The metal ring will fit naturally when you have it all the way in. Be careful to not nick the washer with the edge of the manifold.

mk1spitfire

Thanks blw. I guessed it may be this way. Now Im unsure which bloody oring was the viton one as I it appears now I have been foolish to assume they are both the same!! Dam Oh well, its a 50/50 i guess the proof will be in the melting but at least the metal washer will hide that now!!!

w8ye

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The Viton O-ring lasts longer at the intake manifold - cylinder junction but a regular O-ring usually lasts a good while. Do not worry.

charlie1960

I find these o-rings at my local napa auto parts store.
the viton o-rings are in the automotive AC parts

Neil K

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Hi Gents, I am in process of purchasing my first multi cylinder powerplant, A Saito 270T. And figured this would be the best thread in the universe for information and ideas. And also would like to join club Saito if I may. Looking forward to the great exchange of ideas, thoughts and theories with you all.
Neil Kilchriste
Waco Brother # 142

davidgeorge212

has anyone heard anything more about the gold plated saito 30's. Its been a little while now since they stopped taking orders.

GaGeeBees

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The 2.70 twin is a fine engine and a favorite of mine. I've got three of them mounted on airplanes and all run great. I use McDaniel/SonicTronics glow drivers. There's no engine out there that's easier to start; just prime, turn on the glow power and it's one flip backward against compression and they're off.

GarySS

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What is the recommended fuel tank size for a Saito 1.50 (will go into a Cermark Pitts, 15% nitro, somewhat hard sport aerobatic flying). I noticed Wm Robinson's rule is 1 oz per CI/ minute. What is the general consensus? Thanks/////////

Hobbsy

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Gary, Bill's numbers are right on providing the low speed needle is set correctly. Twenty oz should give you a good 10 minute and more than enough to land and even blow a couple of landings.

Neil K

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Thanks GAGEEBEES, Any help or knowledge will help immensly, Thanks Again, Neil

GaGeeBees

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Let me know what questions you may have. Also, let me know if you need a manual. I've got a scan that I can upload or email you. You're really gonna like this engine. Thanks - Paul

tbone4343

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need saito parts is noel still around

w8ye

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Noel Jensen
204 S Division St,
Whitehall, MT 59759
406 287 3270
[email protected]

John Sepe
Seco Enterprises
301 Sabal Ridge Circle, Ste A
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
ph. (561) 625-9671
Email at [email protected]


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A trade name of Flight Star Devices, Inc. Bill Jensen
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kochj

For those interested in a NEW saito....

Being that this is a Saito Club (figured you all would be)

Advantage hobby hase a HUGE sale on ALL saito's...
Some more discounted more than others....

The final four days has a nother 10% off the already discounted price....

Picked up the engine I ALWAYS wanted...

Saito radial 5-cyl.
for 1420$....Delivered!!!!!
You all realize the normal price is 2000$ plus shipping...
..................Yeah....

Neil K

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How do I join up with the BROTHERHOOD of all the Saito lovers out there???? Is there a #????
Neil Kilchriste
Waco Brother # 142

kochj

I don't think that it is a science.....
Pick your favorite number... and do a dance by, spining around
And repeating the words " I will give my engines to Justin"
"I will give my engines to Justin"!.....
You keep saying this until you are delirious, and you send me a PM and I give you my
Shipping address!

Crash-RCU

I have a Saito 91 and very limited ground clearence, has any one used a APC 12X9 prop or should I use a 12X8. With a 12" prop I will have a hair over 1" ground clearence with trike gear so I really need to stay with the 12" prop.,

GaGeeBees

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I think you need to look at 3-blade or even 4-blade props if you have to stick with 12" diameter.

w8ye

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12 X 9 would be better

kochj

Here is a nice vid of a 300twin...
sounds great...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szGiNSOc3rE

Is you 270T a twin carb?

GaGeeBees

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Here's one of my 2.70's running. The 2.70T is a single carb.

http://www.rcuvideos.com/video/Space...Engine-Run-wmv

Tarasdad

Dangit, if I'd seen this last week Imight have a new Saito in hand. Been wanting a .56 or .62 size.

NM2K

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The 12x8 or the 12x9 will be fine, but be sure to get it idling low enough, or being able to land might be a bit of a challenge. 8>)


Ed Cregger

Neil K

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No THAT is FUNNY, I like this outfit already lol Neil K