engine help.

[scaremonger]

So i have installed the 28.5 kit. The problem im have is that when the piston gets close to the top its really hard to turn. i have installed it the proper way i belive. The ring closes at the little pin. the arrow faces the rear. is this a normal thing and i should just run it and let it wear in? Its only near the top that its tough. Help is greatly apreciated.

 

[max 1]

sounds like the piston is hiting the top of the cylender ,check your clearens with a peice of small souder and measer it with a micromider ,u need 17/to2o thousesns gap.

 

[LEADFOOT1]

if the piston actually 'stops' and feels solid, it's hitting the head


if you can still turn it over through the tight spot, it's compression and often a dry cylinder too.


If you think it's hitting, then measure like max1 says, - it can the most likely be corrected with a thicker head gasket.

 

[LEADFOOT1]

if the piston actually 'stops' and feels solid, it's hitting the head
if you can still turn it over through the tight spot, it's compression and often a dry cylinder too.


If you think it's hitting, then measure like max1 says, - it can the most likely be corrected with a thicker head gasket.

forgot to mention that if you can turn it over... then fire it up on a fast idle & throw a little castor oil into your gas mix, along with the 2 stroke oil you use.


-use the added castor for just one tank only, then back to your regular mix.

 

[jdm5lut]

im looking to purchase a redcat dr 2x4 roller and was wondering if most motors from daves discount motors wiill fit in it?

 

[scaremonger]

Thanks guys. Ill do all of the above and then go for it.