Looking for info on RAM engines
10-23-2013, 01:33 PM
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Anyway... I just test ran the engine I bought... and it runs as easy, and as smooth as any of my other engines. BUT... it has the new ECU from Bob Price. (version R03B) It's an all new software package, and a few hardware changes within the ECU. I set it to all the suggested settings, other than the start gas... and it started without a hitch.
On the start gas... I ran it up to 10. (that's 100%) The reason for that is... I use the regulated valve that Dreamworks sells... so I don't need the ECU to regulate the pressure.
If there are any other guys running RAM's, and are thinking about having Bob upgrade your ECU... I'd suggest it.
10-23-2013, 09:15 PM
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On autostart engines you just need to install the new hall sensor (bought with Xicoy ECU) under the intake cover and discard the old one, on airstart engines, unless you are adding an electric starter and a spinner nut with a magnet, It may not be worth it, but can still be done...
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I have helped convert a Ram 1000 to Xicoy ECU and as well as my own Sprite engines I currently have a Simjet 3000 With Kero start plug running Xicoy ECU and a gas start Xicoy on a Frank Turbine. Any turbine will run on a Xicoy unit with a little adjustment of the parameters. You need a magnet in the spinner nut (from Xicoy) and the hall effect pick up.
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10-24-2013, 02:02 AM
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here's the basic kit:
http://www.xicoy.com/catalog/product...8q9jc828qg0f96
But like I was saying... the new ECU from Bob Price is a great upgrade.
http://www.xicoy.com/catalog/product...8q9jc828qg0f96
But like I was saying... the new ECU from Bob Price is a great upgrade.
10-24-2013, 03:09 AM
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Am I correct to understand that given the original RAM1000 starter may not have been up to the mark then this would need replacing? If in the affirmative then wouldn't the front cover also need replacing? Just a few thoughts here. Thanks for the feedback.
10-24-2013, 03:20 AM
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From my understanding......
The original starters would die prematurely, because the ECU would hit it with full voltage. The newer ECU's have a soft start (slowly ramps up the power) so the starter isn't abused so badly.
The original starters would die prematurely, because the ECU would hit it with full voltage. The newer ECU's have a soft start (slowly ramps up the power) so the starter isn't abused so badly.
10-27-2013, 03:25 PM
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Hi Guys,
Just a followup to all of this.
Here is a test run of the engine with Bob's newest ECU. (R03B) It seems to run a RAM engine, as well as any modern engine/ECU combo. I ran it a total of 4 times on the stand... and each start was just as easy, and smooth as the last.
FYI... this is on all the "Stock" settings from Bob. My only change was to set the start gas to 10, because I use straight propane, with a regulator valve. If you use powermax, you will probably set it to 6.
(if you set the vid to HD, you can read the data terminal)
http://youtu.be/5JIE5rIhSPE
Just a followup to all of this.
Here is a test run of the engine with Bob's newest ECU. (R03B) It seems to run a RAM engine, as well as any modern engine/ECU combo. I ran it a total of 4 times on the stand... and each start was just as easy, and smooth as the last.
FYI... this is on all the "Stock" settings from Bob. My only change was to set the start gas to 10, because I use straight propane, with a regulator valve. If you use powermax, you will probably set it to 6.
(if you set the vid to HD, you can read the data terminal)
http://youtu.be/5JIE5rIhSPE
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10-27-2013, 03:54 PM
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R03B Upgrade for version C02C or newer is $125 and $175 for the real old ones. The older ones need some extra board wiring changes via land cuts and wire jumpers because we did a board update for C02C. The new R03B upgrade uses a new microprocessor plus some other IC changes and total new software. More diagnostic tests from main menu and more programmable parameters. New ECU $285. I can send detailed PDF manual over email if you send me an email at [email protected]. Bob Price, 206 Breakaway Rd, Cedar Park, TX 78613. 512-897-9770
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10-28-2013, 02:15 PM
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R03B Upgrade for version C02C or newer is $125 and $175 for the real old ones. The older ones need some extra board wiring changes via land cuts and wire jumpers because we did a board update for C02C. The new R03B upgrade uses a new microprocessor plus some other IC changes and total new software. More diagnostic tests from main menu and more programmable parameters. New ECU $285. I can send detailed PDF manual over email if you send me an email at [email protected]. Bob Price, 206 Breakaway Rd, Cedar Park, TX 78613. 512-897-9770
Thanks for posting the info Bob !
With as well as the new ECU works... and with the nice menu layout... I'm surprised that you haven't made a push to get your ECU's back out into the mainstream.
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I know Carlos can service them.... Hi Tony, I know that it this is a old forum but do you have the contact of Carlos... I've a RAM1000 in a good shape but would be nice to have his contact. Thanks. Fabio
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I just sent my Ram 1000 to Carlos this week. Its currently sitting in a UPS lockbox waiting for him to pickup. Here is his contact info
RTI
5723 SW 149 Ave
Miami, FL 33193
[email protected]
RTI
5723 SW 149 Ave
Miami, FL 33193
[email protected]
02-02-2017, 06:37 PM
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Hi Guys,
I know RAM, at one time, was king of the hill... and then died. But, it amazes me that there is no history, or real info out there, about them. OK... I know Carlos can service them... and still produces his version of the "1000". I also know that Modellbau had their versions of the 500 and 750. And finally, I know Bob Price can service the ECU.
So... does anyone know what the "X" versions were? I knew there was a 500x, but I have just recently stumbled across a few comments about a 1000x. Was this a mechanical upgrade, or just something in the software?
Second... does anyone have a digital copy of the newest RAM manual? I have a paper version of rev.2, but I'd like it in my computer for reference. (I found rev1, and the modellbau manuals)
Thanks
I know RAM, at one time, was king of the hill... and then died. But, it amazes me that there is no history, or real info out there, about them. OK... I know Carlos can service them... and still produces his version of the "1000". I also know that Modellbau had their versions of the 500 and 750. And finally, I know Bob Price can service the ECU.
So... does anyone know what the "X" versions were? I knew there was a 500x, but I have just recently stumbled across a few comments about a 1000x. Was this a mechanical upgrade, or just something in the software?
Second... does anyone have a digital copy of the newest RAM manual? I have a paper version of rev.2, but I'd like it in my computer for reference. (I found rev1, and the modellbau manuals)
Thanks
The first RAMs were air start the ECU for those were made by Andy Lowe at Electrodynamics in Michigan. He may have manuals for them.
The 750 auto start I had was fuel thirsty and slow to spool up.
