Header for OS 140RX
01-18-2007 | 08:06 PM
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From: Franklin,
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Header for OS 140RX
Is the o-ring header important for this engine on a hyde mount, or does the solid MACs headers work ok? And, does anybody have one for sale?
01-18-2007 | 09:12 PM
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From: Dodge City,
RE: Header for OS 140RX
Hi,
In my personal experience the O ring headers are not necessary. I have read many different reviews
and I they are much more hassle than a macs or a mueller header.
I have 2 - OS140rx using both macs and mueller headers and have had no problems with either.
I dont have one for sale but for those that may, what size offset header are you looking for.
Cheers,
Elmer
In my personal experience the O ring headers are not necessary. I have read many different reviews
and I they are much more hassle than a macs or a mueller header.
I have 2 - OS140rx using both macs and mueller headers and have had no problems with either.
I dont have one for sale but for those that may, what size offset header are you looking for.
Cheers,
Elmer
01-19-2007 | 04:15 AM
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From: Drammen, NORWAY
RE: Header for OS 140RX
Hi,
I ordered a solid header from Lorentz in Germany. Works great. I cut mine in two pices so it could flex a little as the engine sits in a Hyde mount.
~DR
I ordered a solid header from Lorentz in Germany. Works great. I cut mine in two pices so it could flex a little as the engine sits in a Hyde mount.
~DR
01-19-2007 | 01:16 PM
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RE: Header for OS 140RX
I have both a Carl Mueller header and a Macs header for sale. I also have a ES composite tuned pipe for sale. All brand new. Let me know if your interested.
01-19-2007 | 05:41 PM
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From: Franklin,
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RE: Header for OS 140RX
Hey Keith,
Good to hear from you. I am finishing up a Temptation. Its pretty much ready, when I get the engine set up. I missed contests last year due to other commitments, but once pattern planes are in your blood, I don't think they ever completely leave. Just stays dormant for a while
Lem
Good to hear from you. I am finishing up a Temptation. Its pretty much ready, when I get the engine set up. I missed contests last year due to other commitments, but once pattern planes are in your blood, I don't think they ever completely leave. Just stays dormant for a while
Lem
01-20-2007 | 04:08 AM
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From: Melb, AUSTRALIA
RE: Header for OS 140RX
I had excellent success with the OS headers when I switched to Nitrile O-rings. I got them from my local bearing shop. I'm not sure but I think this material handles the fuel and temperatures better.
In any case they've worked for me. Prior to switching over to Nitrile, I found that the standard o-rings kept popping out, splitting etc.
The other thing I do is treat them as disposable items. What I mean by that is that if I adjust the header in any way or remove it , it's time for new o-rings. They seem to last longer when left alone.
In any case they've worked for me. Prior to switching over to Nitrile, I found that the standard o-rings kept popping out, splitting etc.
The other thing I do is treat them as disposable items. What I mean by that is that if I adjust the header in any way or remove it , it's time for new o-rings. They seem to last longer when left alone.
