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Forum: Everything Diesel
08-09-2017, 09:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 18,109
Posted By grant-RCU

Pump diesel does not run as well as the mineral...

Pump diesel does not run as well as the mineral spirits. I tired it yesterday. More compression andsmokey and the engine sounds not too happy.

I think it is just dye n the kerosene vs no dye in...
Forum: Everything Diesel
08-09-2017, 07:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 18,109
Posted By grant-RCU

Real Kerosene and what is labeled kerosene in the...

Real Kerosene and what is labeled kerosene in the stores such as Lowes and Walmart are not the same.

Low odor or odorless mineral spirits, most store kerosene, Kingsford lighter fluid and up to...
Forum: Everything Diesel
08-06-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 18,109
Posted By grant-RCU

Thumbs up New no ether diesel fuel = WD 40

I have read that WD 40 works just as good as starting fluid in a full size diesel. I decided to test this with my PAW 06. I mixed 50/50 30 weight motor oil and WD 40. The engine started right up with...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
01-17-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,178
Posted By grant-RCU

NV engines?

Has anyone bought one of the new Norvel 074s that NV engines is making? www.nvengines.com Are they as good as the old ones? These used to be the best engines in this size. Are there any other...
Forum: Engine Conversions
05-22-2012, 07:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,673
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: av8tor1977

I bought 2 homelite 25cc engines unconverted form Av8tor for a great price. I already had prop hubs for both engines. After rebuilding the carbs both engines run excellent. I have not tached them...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-11-2012, 04:43 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,158
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Saito 91 intake valve leaking will not run.

Guys,

I even took the rocker arm off the valve and it still does this. The crank vent it open i can blow air through it. The fuel line is connected to the clunk to the carb and the pressure line...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-10-2012, 10:49 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,158
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Saito 91 intake valve leaking will not run.

The engine is set correct. It was running fine and all of a sudden stopped. There was no compression. The bubbling in the tank is like blowing into a straw int a cup of water. it is bubbling in the...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-10-2012, 09:31 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,158
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Saito 91 intake valve leaking will not run.

It basically will just fire if some fuel makes it in the cylinder. The engine is upright. On the compression stroke the piston pushes air into the intake. With the carb closed some of the air goes...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-10-2012, 08:58 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,158
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Saito 91 intake valve leaking will not run.

Yes just the intake valve.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-10-2012, 07:47 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,158
Posted By grant-RCU

Saito 91 intake valve leaking will not run.

My Saito 91 is leaking badly through the intake valve. with the throttle at idle setting, the engine blows air into the fuel tank. Thats how bad it is.

It runs like crap and will not stay...
Forum: Engine Conversions
05-08-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,719
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Anyone figure out how to mount a Homelite 26cc?

Has the old style 25cc been discontinued?
Forum: Glow Engines
05-02-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,651
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Saito 82a vs 82b

Thanks W8ye
Forum: Glow Engines
05-02-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,651
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Saito 82a vs 82b

I have the 82a old style. Will the smae cam cover gaskets fit both the A and B models? I didn't see any parts for the old A model on Horizon.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-02-2012, 05:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,906
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: 4 stroke oiling??

Back to this topic. I installed a fuel line in the rocker cover on my Saito 91 and I cannot blow any air through it. It seems like the rocker box is sealed from the bottom end. Should oil or air be...
Forum: RC Fuels
04-30-2012, 09:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 29,518
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Synthetic oils soluble in methanol besides klotz?

Has anyone tried using a detergent or soap as an emulsifier to mix regular 2 cycle oil with methanol?
Forum: Everything Diesel
04-27-2012, 11:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,956
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: PAW .06 diesel is great!

This engine has been in a box in my workshop since summer of 07. I had a renewed interest in the little diesel when i found it about a month ago. I Did some fuel experimenting and found a home brew...
Forum: Everything Diesel
04-19-2012, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: compression setting for throttle control?

On my paw the screw backs out on its own and seems to turn fairly easy so i figure why not put a servo on it.
Forum: Everything Diesel
04-19-2012, 06:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By grant-RCU

compression setting for throttle control?

Has anyone tried controlling engine speed with the carb left fully open and adjusting the compression setting for engine speed?

It sees to work well on my paw 06 green head using home made...
Forum: Glow Engines
02-27-2009, 04:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,596
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Comverting a glow engine to gas

I had a few conversations with a few people running glow to gas conversions. 16:1 ratio seems to be the optimal ratio. 8 ounces oil to 1 gallon gas or 5.9% oil.

The people I talked to have had...
Forum: Engine Conversions
02-19-2009, 06:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: How much oil do i need?

Pe,

So the motor oil is a better oil than plain outboard 2 cycle oil for my purpose? Will the synthetic motor oil blend with gasoline?
Forum: Engine Conversions
02-18-2009, 06:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: How much oil do i need?

Whcih is better to use heavy weight like 50 weight motor oil or regular 2 cycle oil?
Forum: Engine Conversions
02-18-2009, 08:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: How much oil do i need?

I will try 10:1 or 12:1 . Have any of you run these enignes like this? How bad is carbon build up running high oil content?
Forum: Engine Conversions
02-17-2009, 09:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By grant-RCU

How much oil do i need?

I am getting a ST 90 converted to ch igninton and a gas carb. The crank and rod are stock. The TT 120 on this http://tech.flygsw.org/ttpro120conversion.htm page is running on 16:1 ratio which is 8...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-17-2009, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 950
Posted By grant-RCU

RE: Zenoah G-26Ei

I have a question also regarding the stock ignitions. Why is it that amp draw goes down with voltage? It seems like more voltage would allow the ignition to run cooler. The single cell lipos are...
Forum: Engine Conversions
02-15-2009, 03:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,905
Posted By grant-RCU

sears brand Weedeater 25cc rpm #s with 16X8 mas

I believe this is a sears weedeater poulan 25cc engine. It is the one with small ports and spring exhaust. I removed the guts for the stock muffer and drilled a 1/2 inch hole in it.

I am getting...
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