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Forum: Glow Engines
03-06-2020, 05:19 PM
Replies: 54,816
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Posted By retransit

I know what you mean about fabricating parts. ...

I know what you mean about fabricating parts. That's probably why I like repairing crashed aircraft. I've had a lot of practice.
Forum: Glow Engines
03-06-2020, 05:03 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Yeah Dave, the carb on mine is the one with the...

Yeah Dave, the carb on mine is the one with the idle needle opposite the high speed needle. Thanks for the offer on the velocity stack, but I have a couple that will probably work from a GK...
Forum: Glow Engines
03-04-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

The high speed needle valve is positioned in line...

The high speed needle valve is positioned in line with the vertical center of the tank, but I'll try that when the weather permits.
Forum: Glow Engines
03-04-2020, 05:32 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

I'm using a Dubro Kwik-fill setup with two lines,...

I'm using a Dubro Kwik-fill setup with two lines, one for fuel feed and the other for muffler pressure. The engine sputters to a stop when it dies. I was thinking I may have to mount the engine...
Forum: Glow Engines
03-04-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

I'm having a problem with my FA-65. I guess it's...

I'm having a problem with my FA-65. I guess it's the later model, as it came in a black and gold box. Anyway, it is new and I ran about a gallon of 15% fuel through it for break-in. I have it mounted...
Forum: Glow Engines
02-20-2020, 03:53 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

. I'm at 8,900 with 15%. So I guess I'm pretty...

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I'm at 8,900 with 15%. So I guess I'm pretty close. Thanks for the quick response.
Forum: Glow Engines
02-20-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Since it has been a couple of years and I have...

Since it has been a couple of years and I have forgotten most of what I did in the past, does anyone have an idea what r.p.m. a Saito FA120 will do at sea level with a Master Airscrew K series 16-6...
Forum: Glow Engines
11-10-2019, 09:44 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Yes I agree, there is something about an I.C....

Yes I agree, there is something about an I.C. engine cranking up the revs that I like. And, the 4-stroke sound makes it even better. As far as electrics are concerned, I think if you look around...
Forum: Glow Engines
11-10-2019, 07:24 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Thanks for the link and replies to my gasket...

Thanks for the link and replies to my gasket question.

I dropped out of the hobby for about six years and it amazes me how many suppliers, manufacturers, products, etc. have disappeared in that...
Forum: Glow Engines
11-09-2019, 07:48 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

What are you guys using for gasket material? I...

What are you guys using for gasket material? I have a 120S that needs a crankcase rear cover gasket.
Forum: Glow Engines
10-11-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

If anyone is interested, I used a heat gun on the...

If anyone is interested, I used a heat gun on the 1.80 carb that was between two pieces of plywood in a vise. It took about 15 seconds to get some movement. I removed the barrel and cleaned it up. ...
Forum: Glow Engines
10-09-2019, 04:15 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Okay, more heat it is! I'll let you know if it...

Okay, more heat it is! I'll let you know if it works.
Forum: Glow Engines
10-09-2019, 03:17 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Anyone have suggestions for loosening up a...

Anyone have suggestions for loosening up a carburetor barrel on a Saito 1.80? It's been dormant for four years while I diverted to rebuilding Honda Trail 70's and S90's. No corrosion that I can see...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-31-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Well, that helped.

Well, that helped.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-30-2015, 08:14 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Has anyone a link for a YouTube video on removing...

Has anyone a link for a YouTube video on removing the valves and valve springs on a Saito? I have a friend's Saito 1.00 that needs a new jug, damaged in a crash. I have to swap out the valve gear...
Forum: Glow Engines
03-17-2015, 07:48 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

It's a small world, isn't it?

It's a small world, isn't it?
Forum: Glow Engines
03-17-2015, 12:19 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Okay, good. I thought I lost it when removing...

Okay, good. I thought I lost it when removing the back plate. Thanks.
Forum: Glow Engines
03-17-2015, 09:21 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

I'm sure one of you guys know the answer to this....

I'm sure one of you guys know the answer to this. Does the FA82A have a gasket on the plastic back plate, or do they rely on the plastic to seal the case?
Forum: Glow Engines
11-26-2013, 09:54 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

;););) lmfao!

;););) lmfao!
Forum: Glow Engines
11-25-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

If he knew what he meant, he wouldn't have asked...

If he knew what he meant, he wouldn't have asked the question. By the way, I didn't know what he meant either. I've never seen that setup.
Forum: Glow Engines
11-24-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Okay, thanks!

Okay, thanks!
Forum: Glow Engines
11-24-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Okay, let's try this. A club member flies a...

Okay, let's try this. A club member flies a U-Can-Do with a 1.25 Saito, fairly rich. He experienced a severe resistance when the prop was turned. Upon disassembly of the engine it was found to...
Forum: Glow Engines
10-13-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Okay, thanks.

Okay, thanks.
Forum: Glow Engines
10-13-2013, 06:52 AM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

To go back to my original question about using a...

To go back to my original question about using a crock pot (post #25582), since I have seen some conflicting info does anyone know for sure:

Will the aluminum stain?
Will guides dislodge?
If the...
Forum: Glow Engines
10-08-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 54,816
Views: 5,386,971
Posted By retransit

Question: Will cooking the cylinder in...

Question: Will cooking the cylinder in anti-freeze in a crock pot dissolve the goop? Must the valves, springs, keepers and rocker arms be disassembled before the bath?

I ask this because going...
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