RC Engine Tuning Tips

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Tip 1 - Glow Engine tuning basics

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Forkinator | permalink

Understanding Your EngineThe first and foremost consideration when attempting to tune your glow engine is understanding the basic parts and their func...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/Nitro-RC-Cars/step5/Glow-Engine-tuning-basics/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - What are Lean and Rich as Applied to Nitro RCs?

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Amy Wittman | permalink

Nitro or glow engines use nitro fuel but it's actually a mixture of fuel and air that goes into the engine. The right fuel/air mixture keeps the engine running at its best. The wrong mixture can cause overheating, excessive wear, or cause the engine to stall. This fuel/air mixing takes place in the carburetor.

For further reading: http://rcvehicles.about.com/od/nitroengines/f/leanrich.htm ^[2]

Tip 3 - Nitro Engine Tuning Tips

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Jens Geurts | permalink

Nitro engine tuning tips for getting the best performance and longest life from your engine. And most importantly, advice on keeping your engine in the air and off the bench while at the flying field!
Tags: nitro engine tuning tips,high-speed needle valve,low-speed needle valve

For further reading: http://www.hooked-on-rc-airplanes.com/nitro-engine-tuning-tips.html ^[3]