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Forum: Gas Engines
09-26-2016, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

It is a nice looking engine, but you see it here...

It is a nice looking engine, but you see it here with a lot of replies. Too bad because most the data shows its not a real good engine to buy...maybe if one was too wait until all the bugs was...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-05-2016, 07:14 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

I favor a mechanical advance using linkage to...

I favor a mechanical advance using linkage to couple the throttle to a advance on the prop hub. Set the timing at idle for smoothest running then set the total advance at top RPM for best Hi speed...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-06-2016, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Question, why do folks buy the NHG 38 with all...

Question, why do folks buy the NHG 38 with all the problems they seem to have? It must be the low price of a engine that sounds good...thinking all the probems can be easy to fix? ? Go fiuure !
Forum: Gas Engines
02-19-2016, 06:35 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

I will use them on a gas set-up. I do use...

I will use them on a gas set-up. I do use silicone spray on most rubber products with very good results !
Forum: Gas Engines
02-16-2016, 06:44 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Very good Idea....things like this really help ! ...

Very good Idea....things like this really help ! John
Forum: Gas Engines
09-20-2015, 06:03 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Great job of flying & a very nice field. ...

Great job of flying & a very nice field. Capt,n
Forum: Gas Engines
09-14-2015, 07:20 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

She is getting "broke-out" more than broke in !...

She is getting "broke-out" more than broke in ! In reply to that video......
Forum: Gas Engines
07-27-2015, 08:03 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Doc...if you do not have a support from exhaust...

Doc...if you do not have a support from exhaust to fire wall...you may want to add one. A exhaust that hangs way out will viabrate loose soon.
Forum: Gas Engines
07-26-2015, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

I have not seen enough data on this NGH 38cc...

I have not seen enough data on this NGH 38cc engine to really recommend one.
Forum: Gas Engines
07-23-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Seems like some of the engine companies are using...

Seems like some of the engine companies are using us buyers for getting all the bugs out of them. Not right at all......
Forum: Gas Engines
06-24-2015, 04:35 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

+1 Capt,n

+1 Capt,n
Forum: Gas Engines
06-23-2015, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Somebody should be interested...it makes setting...

Somebody should be interested...it makes setting the timing very easy. Also Adrian makes the best looking ones.
Forum: Gas Engines
06-23-2015, 07:17 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

One more is to use a ring on prop hub for magnet...

One more is to use a ring on prop hub for magnet & use a small set screw to lock in the timing. Try 28 to 30 degrees & I bet you will have a better Idle. Maybe a smother engine when broke in & carb...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-22-2015, 07:22 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

What is the price on the Decathlon? Are they...

What is the price on the Decathlon? Are they sold in the USA? Thanks
Forum: Gas Engines
12-03-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Sounds like you had 2nd thoughts about keeping...

Sounds like you had 2nd thoughts about keeping it. Does it have vibration issues at certain RPM speeds? Thanks
Forum: Gas Engines
11-19-2014, 04:58 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

What are we doing here? I hope it is getting...

What are we doing here? I hope it is getting all the bugs out of this engine before it hits the production line......
Forum: Gas Engines
07-13-2014, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

The photo shows a bushed rod!!!

The photo shows a bushed rod!!!
Forum: Gas Engines
06-14-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

A video for what it is worth ! ...

A video for what it is worth ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF3pLmut9FI


................................... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2HCdUgmy8w
Forum: Gas Engines
02-26-2014, 08:23 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

After you sold the Cap & bought a new Airplane,...

After you sold the Cap & bought a new Airplane, have you flown the new airplane yet with the NGH 38cc engine yet. Was the Cap too tail heavy? I got a Cap just like it on a trade & wonder what engine...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-26-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

Google puregas.com and you will find places near...

Google puregas.com and you will find places near you to buy a very good gas that has no ethanol crap in it to ruin your engines carburetor parts. It is 92 octane & is a very good storage fuel. I...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-26-2014, 07:41 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

flycolorado I would not run your engine in real...

flycolorado I would not run your engine in real cold weather to break it in. Maybe in a somewhat heated garage, and have a way to divert the exhaust out-doors. On above 32 degree days you can also...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-26-2014, 07:23 AM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

OK ...I got that glitch fixed I hope! :o

OK ...I got that glitch fixed I hope! :o
Forum: Gas Engines
02-15-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

RE: NGH 38CC 4 stroke

Sounds like a winner to me !
Forum: Gas Engines
12-09-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

RE: NGH 38CC 4 stroke

Is it possible that the engine cam timing is off by one tooth and cause this problem??? Just saying. Capt,n
Forum: Gas Engines
12-05-2012, 05:41 PM
Replies: 1,678
Views: 459,928
Posted By captinjohn

RE: NGH 38CC 4 stroke

It depends on the engine. Some engines the valve tappet clearance will grow bigger as it heats up. For example...the old Harley Davison 74 cubic inch engine had only a .001 inch >>one thousands...
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