RCU Forums - Search Results
RCU Forums

Go Back  RCU Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Community
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: 1QwkSport2.5r
Showing results 1 to 7 of 7
Search took 0.03 seconds.
Forum: Glow Engines
10-01-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

Many people have had good luck with the chinese tigres, but I'm not convinced. Its not to say they're bad, but I trust the italian engines. My S29 and S90K have been good engines once well broke...
Forum: Glow Engines
09-27-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

The Super Tigre carbs dont have the same issue as many other carbs in regards to the low speed needle getting mashed into the spraybar. Both needles point at one another in the spraybar.

I...
Forum: Glow Engines
09-27-2012, 04:35 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

Your carburetor settings can't be right. Chances are the engine is still breaking in; figure 1 gallon plus before it will throttle nicely. If the engine was not broken in on the bench at WOT only...
Forum: Glow Engines
07-22-2012, 05:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

If your flight prop is a 12x6 then I'd run an 11x6 for now. Every engine performs differently so your top rpm might be more or less than mine. I'd just run it, stationary, for 2-3 more tanks on an...
Forum: Glow Engines
07-22-2012, 04:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

It needs more break-in time. If it will not idle lower than 4000rpm reliably, it needs to loosen up a little more. If it were me, I'd put a prop with 1" smaller diameter than the prop you would fly...
Forum: Glow Engines
07-21-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

The idle needle should be visible less than 1/2 way across the cats eye. This will require starting the engine at part throttle. 2-3 turns of the main needle will get it going. Get the engine hot...
Forum: Glow Engines
07-20-2012, 09:35 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,524
Posted By 1QwkSport2.5r

RE: Guru 4 needle valve adjustments

Way too much nitro for starters.. Has the engine been broke in on a test stand for at least 2-4 tanks of fuel? Requiring the glow driver to stay connected and idle speed above 3000rpm indicates the...
Showing results 1 to 7 of 7


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.