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Forum: Glow Engines

09-06-2018, 05:07 PM

Replies: 21

Reviving an engine after 15 years

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

Glow

Did you try using Glow Fuel? Glow Fuel freed up my carb and engine as good as new like the other forum members recommended above. I didn't have to resort to any of the other methods you mentioned. It...

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

09-01-2018, 04:49 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

Wow. I have a lot to learn. Thanks for the info...

Wow. I have a lot to learn.
Thanks for the info as I'm starting to understand the electrical architecture in these bigger models.

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

09-01-2018, 04:45 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

Thanks for your advice Dennis.

Thanks for your advice Dennis.

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-29-2018, 06:15 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

Thanks. I decided I need to inform myself better...

Thanks. I decided I need to inform myself better about what's out there and what future goals I have in this hobby. Most importantly just get out there and fly for the time being. Getting my old...

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-28-2018, 11:05 AM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

So far. Got the engine running again, ordered new...

So far. Got the engine running again, ordered new batteries for my old Futaba Tx and Rx (72Mhz). Going to get this old GP Easy Sport 40 flying again and then see where it takes me.

The new radios...

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-24-2018, 04:11 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

Views: 2,518

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Holy Moly. Enlighten me on what all these...

Holy Moly. Enlighten me on what all these channels are used for as I'm a rookie with larger scale models. IF I eventually go for a large scale it will probably be an ARF. The Top Flite P-51 would be...

Forum: Glow Engines

08-24-2018, 04:08 PM

Replies: 21

Reviving an engine after 15 years

Views: 2,063

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Looking good so far!

All I had to do was douse the engine in some old glow fuel and everything freed up easily! The carb throttle lever was not damaged, I just needed to tighten the nut. Engine has great compression.
...

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-23-2018, 04:40 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

Luckily I live a credit card free lifestyle these...

Luckily I live a credit card free lifestyle these days. It's either cash or I wait to buy it! Haha

With that being said, based on my research, it seems the DX9 would fit all of my needs (aka RC...

Forum: Glow Engines

08-23-2018, 12:21 PM

Replies: 21

Reviving an engine after 15 years

Views: 2,063

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Thank you sir for all these tips. I will...

Thank you sir for all these tips. I will definitely try it out this weekend!

What do you think of the Carburetor seal (rubber O-ring) and the needle valve O-Rings? Should I replace them? They are...

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-21-2018, 07:47 AM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

Views: 2,518

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Shopping for a new radio is insane these days!...

Shopping for a new radio is insane these days! Back in '95 it was 1) what brand? And 2) how many channels. That's it!

This is nuts. And then I dive into all the reviews that people post and it...

Forum: Glow Engines

08-21-2018, 04:28 AM

Replies: 21

Reviving an engine after 15 years

Views: 2,063

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Thanks for the tips. Someone I know mentioned...

Thanks for the tips. Someone I know mentioned submerging the engine in heated automotive anti-freeze overnight?

Have you guys ever heard of this?

I am gowing to try glow fuel first.

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-20-2018, 05:57 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

Views: 2,518

Posted By Bocajuniors55

i just jumped online today and got new batteries...

i just jumped online today and got new batteries for my Tx and Rx with Futaba charger for $50. I decided I want to get back up in the air with the equipment I have. Everything was stored inside the...

Forum: Glow Engines

08-20-2018, 05:48 PM

Replies: 21

Reviving an engine after 15 years

Views: 2,063

Posted By Bocajuniors55

thanks for the tips. Even if it's broken the cost...

thanks for the tips. Even if it's broken the cost of the arm is worth the repair.

he will definitely take part in getting this plane back up in the air! Thanks for your tips!

Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros

08-18-2018, 03:22 PM

Replies: 27

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

Views: 2,518

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Need to start from new. After 15 years AWOL

My old radios. FM transmitters, old, need new batteries. Want to start fresh. Former old-school Futaba user.

Budget : $600 range

Want something that will suit my needs as I possibly expand into...

Forum: Beginners

08-18-2018, 10:27 AM

Replies: 10

Returning to hobby after 15 years. Need help creating a list of needed items.

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Posted By Bocajuniors55

Being an airline pilot I hold an FCC Radio...

Being an airline pilot I hold an FCC Radio Operators Permit but I don't remember that being a requirement unless rules have changed. I definitely need to look into the new FAA drone rules.

My...

Forum: Glow Engines

08-18-2018, 09:59 AM

Replies: 21

Reviving an engine after 15 years

Views: 2,063

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Reviving an engine after 15 years

I'm returning back to the hobby after 15 years. My step-son shows interest in RC and it was a great opportunity to teach him and get myself back into flying RC.

The engine is a OS .46 AX. The last...

Forum: Beginners

08-15-2018, 11:21 AM

Replies: 10

Returning to hobby after 15 years. Need help creating a list of needed items.

Views: 838

Posted By Bocajuniors55

Returning to hobby after 15 years. Need help creating a list of needed items.

I have the airplane which is a Great Planes Easy Sport .40.

I have the engine. An OS .46 FX with tuned pipe. It is badly gummed up and has a broken throttle arm on the carburetor. Any tips on...

Forum: Glow Engines

01-07-2013, 09:13 AM

Replies: 34

What to do after 6 years?

Views: 2,769

Posted By Bocajuniors55

RE: What to do after 6 years?

Where would I be able to purchase new O rings for engine?

Thanks to everyone for their replies!<br type="_moz" />

Forum: Glow Engines

01-06-2013, 12:35 PM

Replies: 34

What to do after 6 years?

Views: 2,769

Posted By Bocajuniors55

RE: What to do after 6 years?

Thanks. Accomplish this procedure with carb installed correct? Do I need to "brush" or agitate anything?

Forum: Glow Engines

01-06-2013, 12:16 PM

Replies: 34

What to do after 6 years?

Views: 2,769

Posted By Bocajuniors55

What to do after 6 years?

Its been 6 years since I was last in the hobby-ive forgotten a few things to say the least. I have a .46 OS FX engine that has been sitting since 2005 in my garage. It ran perfect with low hours last...

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