November 6, 2008
RC Nitro After Run Procedures
This video will show you what to do after every run, every 5 to 10 runs, and every 25 runs. This is also covered as a thread on the Toyz forum.
After every run you will want to do the following:
- Empty the fuel tank. Whether if you run out of gas or want to stop before the tank is done, you will want to empty the tank. If you empty the tank and run out of gas then go to the next section. If you did not then while the engine is still running pinch the fuel line. Let the engine run out of gas on its own and then disconnect the fuel line. Holding the line will send the balance of the gas in the tube back to the tank. Combusting all of the fuel ensures that there is not gas left in the engine.
- Use a after run lubricant. There are several types that you can buy and there is also over the shelf kinds like WD-40. These oils will allow you to coat the inner engine that will disperse the nitro against it (preventing corrosion) and also allowing a coating of the internals.
- Inspection. You will want to look over the entire RC. Look for loose screws (specifically in the engine area as it causes the most vibration), damage to the RC, cracked parts, broken parts, or missing parts. If you can identify a small problem here then you can same money in the long haul and have a RC that is able to run longer as well.
- Look for nitro. If you spill nitro then you will see it. But, if there is nitro around the engine, or below the main bearing in the front of it, then you may have a leak or a engine case crack. This can lead to serious engine damage. It is best to take care of air leaks by sealing them and knowing where the leak is by the nitro will help to know where to seal it. Also, nitro under the front bearing means that bearing is faulty. Replace that bearing as soon as possible to save the life of the engine. Anything that you see now will prevent the loss of a engine prematurely and the purchase of another.
-When you remove the glow plug to spray after run oil then inspect the plug. If the plug is wet then you are running rich. If the plug is black and the coil is brittle then you are running lean or on the throttle too much.
After every 5 runs
- Clean the entire kit. Take out all of the major components (center differential, radio tray, fuel tank, engine, etc) and clean everything. This will give you a better idea of missing, broken, cracked, loose etc. Running with a dirty kit is ok but a clean kit is maintained, will work for you longer, and you know that at any time it will be there for you ready to run instead of ready to break.
- With the engine removed for the above look at the one way bearing, cracks in the engine case, leaks, etc. If you see nitro fuel on the chassis around any of these areas then it is a good indication that the area above it is leaking and needs to be replaced as soon as possible before imminent engine damage. Inspect the one way bearing for wearing of the seals, the engine for cracks, and that the rear is not leaking.
- Clean the cooling head. This could be as simple as taking a can of compressed air and knocking out dirt. If the head is dirty then it will not cool as well and engine temps will go out.
-Clean the air filter. Remove the air filter and clean it with soapy water if needed. If you do this, ensure that you dab the filter with air filter oil and get the oil all over the foam.
Also be sure to clean the plastic case that holds the filter as it can hold dirt and other debris
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Comments on RC Nitro After Run Procedures »
u say to take it …
u say to take it apart but i would end up breaking something lol so how would i do this maintenence?
It really doesnt …
It really doesnt matter. Alot of manuals say to but putting it at the top of the piston will move the oil down the sides and get most of the internals. The carb might get one other spot but to me the real concern is over the parts that wear and burn. Those are the parts that loose their coating that the fuel will corrode. And those are the parts that the plug will cover.
In addition, the carb area sits on the bottom of the case. I want the oil to coat as itmoves down.
You can do it.
donu recommend …
donu recommend doing that?
You can.
You can.
do u know if i …
do u know if i should put after run oil in the carb aswell? because they do that in other vids on youtube
I never owned a …
I never owned a E-Revo. I just took a 3.3 and converted it myself. But, they look sweet! =)
TY so much i got …
TY so much i got the jato and ur way works perfect and u think the E REVo is any good or what veichle would u recamend up 450$
The advantage to …
The advantage to aluminum is *typically* longer wear. I say it with *s as there are light aluminum shoes that wear fast and heavy that wear the longest. This is another tunable option to clutches. If you want a faster tack off then a light shoe is needed kind of like how a spring will effect the take off.
But, does it grab it? I only use aluminum and it works great for me.
im just wondering …
im just wondering wich clutch do you think works better in a kit? it dosent seem right to me that aluminum will grab steel as well as composite will. just wondering what your opinion is.
k thanks man
k thanks man
Love your Vids they …
Love your Vids they are very helpful to the nubbies.
You can get …
You can get automotive high temp gasket material and dab that over the area. I have a video on how to seal engines that will give you the right idea though that area is not covered.
hay you know the …
hay you know the pin and nut that holds the carb on the engine? well my engine is leaking out of there what would you recomend doing to fix this?
I could definately …
I could definately help you out but the thing about the ESC idea is that every ESC programs differently. I would have to go out and buy your ESC to do it. I also like to do things that are general for everyone.
For wiring though, check out the forums as I have alot of wiring diagrams posted that will really help you out. I also have athink on the castle programming procedures.
hi, i was wondering …
hi, i was wondering if you could do a video on setting up the esc and wiring the motors for transferring a stock e-maxx to a brushless e-maxx
Thanks for all the help!
Hey man! I sold it …
Hey man! I sold it a long time ago piece by piece but I am doing another right now to the same specifications and design as before only all black
The forum has the build and it also will have a downloadable PDF of the mid tank conversion template.
I grew up as a old …
I grew up as a old school electric racer. Doing the above was a mainstay.
I opened up a RC mag a long time ago and say that Drake does this, as with alot of the pro racers, after every race; which is comperable.
The idea is that you have the engine out to inspect it.
Like with any advice… it is just that. What you do with your kit, and what you are ok with, you are free to do. But, for those that want to get into a good routine then the advice in the vid is good to go off of.
i take care of my …
i take care of my engine but i must admit, i don't take the truck apart and inspect everything. i'll use paper towels and compressed air and clean most of the dirt off "air usually gets most of it because the dirt where i live is bone dry and only sticks to oily spots onthe truck
Great advice mate …
Great advice mate and i will be taking that on board,any chance of seeing your monster truck the savage if you still have it?five stars.
nice vid 5/5
nice vid 5/5