Fred Perkins

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Ok so I have been racing for a long time but, I have run into a problem that i cannot figure out. I have a HPI R40 (and have had other nitro on-road cars) and have had 3 different motors in it. A borrowed Nova Rossi ( ran perfect for the owner ), a brand new Orion Wasp CRV, and a borrowed Mugen Sikei ( ran perfect for the owner ). My problem is no matter how I tune the them seem to bog on the bottom ( rich ) and lean on the top ( over heat 300 + deg ). If I try tuning them so they stay under 300 they run out of fuel after 3.5 to 4 min and if I try tuning the so they run right ( most power ) they over heat and seem to be rich on the bottom. Now if I try to lean the bottom out to get snap back the motors wont start or dont run right. What am I doing wrong?

s10dude

you will also get bog at bottom due to clutch setting..

i set my bottom by letting it idle and count ot 10 and punch the throttle , if rev's up quickly it's OK.it it hesitates or bog's lean a 1/4 turn and repeat (clear out engine ..REV...between idle's ) till it rev's quickly...

this is my opinion ....

intimidator

You left out tons of variables?I would start by putting the carbs back to factory settings,check for leaks-loose head-bad o/rings-header gaskets-etc.,are you using right plugs for the fuel you are using?It could also be mechanical problems as well.A bad one way first gear and worn shaft,bad second gear mechanisn,binding in drivetrain,is the clutch ok?You said you tried three motors so to me I would think its the car.Post some pics,are you in Fl.??

Roelof

What kind of fuel are you using ?

Fred Perkins

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Thanks guys I think I figured it out.
I think I have been setting my Centax wrong.
Motor now runs great!
Temps about 230 and will run for 6 min!

motojon

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You know what I think that might be my problem to ive been having the same concern bogs on the bottom overheats on top. what did you do to your centax was it to loose?

Fred Perkins

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The clutch was set to loose plus I had to heavy of weights.
If you get X-rc check out the Feb 2007 issue. It has a great article on setting a centax.

motojon

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you know what I really think thats my problem i'll gp through my clutch tonight