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Forum: The Clubhouse
07-10-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 11,887
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Electric Planes at our field.

Some radios come with a throttle cut/lock and nearly all modern computerized radios can be programed through mixes to set up a throttle kill switch. The programming varies depending on the model. You...
Forum: Glow Engines
07-09-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Never disturb a man's parts bin until he's out of the hobby!
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Forum: Glow Engines
07-09-2013, 06:22 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Which type is going to work best with most of today's ARFs or does it just vary from airframe to airframe?
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Forum: Everything Diesel
07-04-2013, 01:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,261
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Pe Reviers

<span style="font-size: 12px;">I</span>added some info on post #49 to the other thread <span style="font-size: 12px;">Click on the link &gt;&gt;&gt;</span><b style="font-family: tahoma, verdana, arial;...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-02-2013, 11:57 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,685
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Sad day for gas engines - Pe Rievers

I only fly electric, but I have read some of his posts which seem to display a virtual encyclopedia of knowledge.My thoughts are with his family and friends.

I did find a picture along with some...
Forum: Engine Conversions
07-02-2013, 07:33 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

Perhaps, since I have managed a full service gas station and have owned and drove carburetored cars, gas smell never has bothered me. The worst smell ever for me was when they first brought out...
Forum: Engine Conversions
06-25-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

Looks like a good combination, there is a thread on this combo with pics and video check it out.

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Forum: Engine Conversions
06-25-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

Most modern computerized radios that have mixes available that can be programmed with a kill switch that activates/disables the throttle for electric power. Every model I have except the Ultra Micros...
Forum: Engine Conversions
06-25-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

<span style="font-size: 12px;">I am not offended,I know electric is not for everyone and like all power systems it has it's pluses and minuses.I appreciate and enjoy seeing the different models and...
Forum: Engine Conversions
06-23-2013, 07:37 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

You really know how to hit below the belt on electric.http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/49_49.gif I still have a regular job and work overtime so my free time is...
Forum: Engine Conversions
06-22-2013, 09:12 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

Sorry, I did not intend to stir up the fuel gods.. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/wink_smile.gif
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Forum: Engine Conversions
06-22-2013, 08:52 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

I don't think everything is so black and white. I fly electric only right now. I am very comfortable with electric power and have a very good understanding of setting up an electric plane. Once...
Forum: Engine Conversions
06-22-2013, 12:35 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 8,869
Posted By Phoenex

RE: The Ultimate question - when does it make sense to go gas from glow???

<span style="font-size: x-small;">One of the big issues I see with the Evolution very small gas engines is the weight. The<span style="font-family: tahoma, verdana; font-weight: bold;">NV (Norvel)...
Forum: Glow Engines
06-20-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

hllywdb (http://www.rcuniverse.com/community/profile.cfm?section=profile&amp;forum=1&amp;memid=474784) What can you tell me about warranty, service and support in the USA? Do they have dealers in the USA?...
Forum: Glow Engines
06-20-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Sounds good, I will be looking forward to your comments and thoughts on this new engine.
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Forum: Glow Engines
06-19-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

earlwb thanks for all the posts, I wonder what happened to everyone else with this engine? I am thinking about getting this engine and a TowerHobbies Razor to fly pattern and sport. Looks like the...
Forum: Glow Engines
06-06-2013, 09:11 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Looking very good earlwb! I do wish NVshipped these engines with the longer prop shaft (highly desireable) and muffler with the proper surface angle for the bolts. I hope NVis paying attention to...
Forum: Glow Engines
06-05-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Iknow that pulling 2 to 3 times more glow fuel through an engine than gas slims up the airframe big time. We have the same situation with fuel costs, glow engines pull 2 to 3 times more fuel through...
Forum: Glow Engines
06-03-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

PowersportSuperstore has it for pretty good price. Shipping can be a bit expensive, but it appears you can order several units with the same shipping charge.

Klotz Oil Benol...
Forum: Glow Engines
06-03-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Can you please provide some links to these low price vendors on fleabay?
Forum: Glow Engines
05-30-2013, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Adding 18oz of Klotz Benol racing castor to a 110oz of premium unleaded gas brings up the cost of a gal fuel for this engine to around $13.50 in the U.S.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-30-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Do you reccomend changing the tubing and filter once a year as standard maintenance? Idid see on K&amp;S's site that they state the tubing can harden over time.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-29-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Austrailia is using same method as EU, the RONmethod. I saw an octane rating explained and thought it was worth repeating.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-28-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 207,055
Posted By Phoenex

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

hillywdb the engine seems to have the performance and design to be a winner, thanks for sharing a lot of information. Since you have direct contact with the company, can you give them the feedback to...
Forum: Gas Engines
09-29-2010, 11:13 PM
Replies: 6,892
Views: 1,138,379
Posted By Phoenex

RE: NEW DLE 20cc Gasser! (Data & Links 1st Post)

You guys might be interested in seeing the Revolver 70 with a DLE-20 video. Part of his comments on Youtube are quoted below.






DLE20cc and Revolver 70
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