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Forum: Gas Engines
08-02-2020, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

My stock 60 R3 turns a 21x10x3 at 5400+ RPM on...

My stock 60 R3 turns a 21x10x3 at 5400+ RPM on the ground. I don't have telemetry so I don't know how much it spools up in the air.

I only have a few flights on this prop and am still dialing in...
Forum: Gas Engines
09-26-2019, 12:08 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Tech Aero IBEC set to pass through the voltage...

Tech Aero IBEC set to pass through the voltage from the A123/LiFe batteries plugged into the receiver or power board... I have been running this combo for a couple of seasons on my 60 without any...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-25-2019, 05:21 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Technically it is 8.5 oz per gallon to get 15:1. ...

Technically it is 8.5 oz per gallon to get 15:1. I am usually generous and round up to 9 oz... So 8oz is close enough if you so choose... Again -- since this just a glow engine on ignition a...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-25-2019, 04:58 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

FWIW -- I use the Cool Power oil... I figure that...

FWIW -- I use the Cool Power oil... I figure that this engine is really a glow engine so using the oil that has been used in Saito glow engines for decades cannot hurt. I have more than 40 trouble...
Forum: Gas Engines
10-15-2018, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

How many gallons of fuel have you used? I have...

How many gallons of fuel have you used? I have broken mine in, and flown the plane 27 times, and I am still on my first gallon fuel... Mine is running really well, and when properly primed, is one...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-09-2018, 05:04 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Some things to consider: First -- are all...

Some things to consider:

First -- are all cylinders firing? A laser temp gun is a must have tool for tuning this engine -- in my opinion.

Second -- the needles of the Saito carb are strange. ...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-20-2017, 11:17 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

After running about a liter through my brand new...

After running about a liter through my brand new from HH 60 R3 I adjusted the valves and found four of the six had no gap. After resetting the gaps I now have much more compression -- imagine that! ...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-20-2017, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Does anyone know if there is a shorter jam nut...

Does anyone know if there is a shorter jam nut that fits the 10mm crankshaft of the 60 R3 -- preferably with the 10-32 spinner bolt hole in the end? My Seagull Lysander would benefit from a Tru Turn...
Forum: Gas Engines
04-20-2017, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

I used a 17 oz tank -- so I am in line with...

I used a 17 oz tank -- so I am in line with Brian... Brain convinced me my initial 24oz tank was too big...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-15-2017, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

I was (am?) hoping to hear from those that have...

I was (am?) hoping to hear from those that have had cylinder failures what octane of gasoline they were using... So far all we have heard about are the oils and ratios used; and whether or not a...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-08-2017, 03:43 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

My enquiry about octane was not because I wanted...

My enquiry about octane was not because I wanted to increase performance (I am well aware that it won't) -- it was about how octane may affect detonation (knocking) in this particular engine, and how...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-07-2017, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Now that you mention octane I am wondering what...

Now that you mention octane I am wondering what octane others are using... The included instructions recommend E0 (ethanol free) fuel, but no mention of octane... However, I have a recollection...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-13-2017, 11:54 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/attachment.php?att...

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=2200908http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=2200909

I used a baffle from rcmodelcomposites.com in my Seagull...
Forum: Gas Engines
12-15-2016, 01:03 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

I have been contemplating sending my 60 to Ray...

I have been contemplating sending my 60 to Ray for the intake mods -- does anyone know how this may affect the Saito/HH warranty? Given the possibility of losing a cylinder I would prefer to keep...
Forum: Gas Engines
11-09-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Me too... Morgan Fuels website was not very...

Me too... Morgan Fuels website was not very helpful...
Forum: Gas Engines
11-08-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

10-32 fit fine in the 5mm mounting holes on the...

10-32 fit fine in the 5mm mounting holes on the engine...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-21-2016, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

I have my Saito FG-60 R3 mounted in my Seagull...

I have my Saito FG-60 R3 mounted in my Seagull Lysander and am using a Keleo exhaust ring. I have a couple of questions about this engine and exhaust ring combo.

1. Is there a consensus around...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-18-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

[B] I will be running my Saito through...

[B]



I will be running my Saito through a Tech Aero set to 6.6 volts, and will be using a pair of 2S A123 packs. I should be ready to start mine in a week or two and will report back once I...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-13-2016, 09:55 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

To find E0 in your area try http://pure-gas.org/

To find E0 in your area try http://pure-gas.org/
Forum: Gas Engines
07-07-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

I did drop the pitch by 2 inches for the three...

I did drop the pitch by 2 inches for the three blade... I ordered a 22x8x3 this morning -- that is the prop with which I will start...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-02-2016, 08:38 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Mark, Check out the Seagull Lysander -- Paul...

Mark,

Check out the Seagull Lysander -- Paul and I are building ours right now... Mine will have a Saito FG-60 R3 and Paul's will use an AXI 5345 and 10 or 12S packs... Although it may be too...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-20-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 707,369
Posted By GalenB

Which prop are you planning to get? I am...

Which prop are you planning to get? I am thinking of a 22X8X3 for FG-60 R3 Lysander combo...
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