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Help needed: Running in Nitro engine

  • 17-07-2010 03:58PM
    #1
    Ci2co
    Closed Accounts Posts: 19 ✭


    Hi all,

    I just got a HPI Trophy 3.5. Brand new.
    So I got myself some nitro15%; read the manual.

    Following the instructions, the engine starts straight away. However how do I get the engine to 'calmly' without the wheels turn around too much?
    Once I start the car with the throttle 1/4 open the car nearly lifts of it's stand. I then push the throttle servo back a bit but this stalls the engine.
    Any help appreciated....

    Thanks a mill


Comments

  • #2
    coolwings
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 3,468 Mod ✭✭✭✭coolwings


    Bring it back to the shop where you bought it. They will re-tune it free I expect.

    If you bought it long distance, you have some study ahead of you!
    Start here: All about running in model engines

    Hope this helps. :-)


  • #3
    T-Maxx
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,360 ✭✭✭T-Maxx


    I used to follow the engine manufacturer's break-in method - until I discovered the heat cycle break-in method.

    Here is a very good tuning guide, written by a guy who mods engines.


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