Zenoah G2D Engine in a Marder

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Hi all,
Seems that what I thought was an engine for my FG Marder I'm building is different to the one installed into my built car.

The built car has Zenoah G0123D, whereas the engine in the box of bits is a G2D which has a mounting arrangement which looks significantly different to the engine in the built up car.

Am I able to get mounts and use it in my Marder?

Cheers
 
Wow some real old engines!.
I have an old solo and yours is even older.
Most people upgrade to a newer Zenaoh or CY engine, FG went to 26cc in 2000's. So anything from 23-31.5cc will work fine and you can get engine parts / mounting hardware, no problem.
Parts for those old engines can be hard to find.
Heres a link to a later 2009 catalog,that will help you figure out what's is needed with schematics and part numbers + upgrades that were available.
If you need more help,lmk.
Good Luck?

https://j.b5z.net/i/u/2162054/i/Marder_Race_Manual_Big_Boys_Toys___Hobbies.pdf
 
Striikar said:
Wow some real old engines!.
I have an old solo and yours is even older.
Most people upgrade to a newer Zenaoh or CY engine, FG went to 26cc in 2000's. So anything from 23-31.5cc will work fine and you can get engine parts / mounting hardware, no problem.
Parts for those old engines can be hard to find.
Heres a link to a later 2009 catalog,that will help you figure out what's is needed with schematics and part numbers + upgrades that were available.
If you need more help,lmk.
Good Luck?

https://j.b5z.net/i/u/2162054/i/Marder_Race_Manual_Big_Boys_Toys___Hobbies.pdf
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Thanks for this, the engine is in great condition and has loads of compression but if its expensive to get the fan cover and igniter I may consign it to the bin
 
It depends on your budget + what type of driving you want to do really.
I realize not everyone wants a wild uncontrollable monster.
OBR 31.5 are good but for a lot of people with 2wd, it could be a hand full.
I don't know your level of experience,so as long as you get a 4bolt engine (23-31.5) - all use the same engine case, you'll be able to upgrade your power level as needed by getting a head Kit.
No mods to your vehicle except possibly with the obr billet engines as they are wider then stock. I found that out with my OBR 29.5 and had to make new engine mounting holes(FG Evo/Comp).
If you want a lot of power the OBR engine's are a good choice.
I would get the obr 29.5 or SMALLER because, with the superlight weight of marders you don't need the extra low end that a 31.5 provides.
The heavier a vehicle the more low end you need to get it moving.
You can get a stock engine also,it's cheaper and upgrade as needed.
Zenoah and CY are compatible.
I advise you to at least get at a 4bolt engine (over 2bolt) for upgradability + strength.
New FG marders come stock with CY V26cc 4bolt engines and the same head Kit upgrades apply.
As far as balance and usability,I was advised a 26cc is the best all around size for speed and power.

I looked for you and ddm has G2d parts but, I'd get a newer better engine.
I'm leaving that up to you decide. I try be as thorough as I can with the info I give.

Engines/head kits at DDM:
http://www.davesmotors.com/ .
G2D Parts at DDM:
http://www.davesmotors.com/Products/G2D-Engine-Parts/

Any more questions,lmk.
 
Here's some help finding an engine and parts. I saw engine mounts and pretty much whatever you need. I spend a lot of time looking at sites all over the world.
Good Luck? I'll send my fee later.?(jk)?

FG Engines + Marder Parts in UK.

https://picclick.co.uk/Toys-Games/Radio-Control-RC-Toys/?q=fg+engine

https://picclick.co.uk/Toys-Games/Radio-Control-RC-Toys/?q=FG+1/5+Engine

https://picclick.co.uk/FG-15-4WD-Fun-Cross-WB535-Leopard-Chung-143230956677.html

https://picclick.co.uk/Toys-Games/Radio-Control-RC-Toys/?q=fg+marder
 
Striikar said:
Here's some help finding an engine and parts. I saw engine mounts and pretty much whatever you need. I spend a lot of time looking at sites all over the world.
Good Luck? I'll send my fee later.?(jk)?

FG Engines + Marder Parts in UK.

https://picclick.co.uk/Toys-Games/Radio-Control-RC-Toys/?q=fg+engine

https://picclick.co.uk/Toys-Games/Radio-Control-RC-Toys/?q=FG+1/5+Engine

https://picclick.co.uk/FG-15-4WD-Fun-Cross-WB535-Leopard-Chung-143230956677.html

https://picclick.co.uk/Toys-Games/Radio-Control-RC-Toys/?q=fg+marder
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Many thanks
 
Luckily for you, there's plenty of UK FG sites to get parts from.
I spend more time in the UK online more then anywhere else,except the USA of course.
If you come across this part,Please lmk. I need it despartely to finish my build cheers?:
FG Modellsport Clamping Ring(Pk8) Z-FG09440/16
 
Striikar said:
Talk to evssv!! ,he's from your neck of the woods and a "good egg"?.
Ev,pm him- I'd rather him get a engine from you then another random fool.?
I have a brand new FG CY V26mm from from a new FG off-road buggy, but shipping would be a killer.?
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thks?....it's out my 5bss so i know its a good un?..
got freash ring and gasket after it blew out.☹..all fixeed now..?.jus needs a carb=job done?
 
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