Interesting Question
07-27-2011, 09:12 AM
#1
Interesting Question
This is a vary interesting question ask by a friend, i wonder if i can get some help with the answer.
" These days everyone is talking about fuel effiency & power advantages. On the heels of the nitro engine developments we ask this question. What is the most powerful and fuel efficient combination ? "
I`ve added the options below to try and narrow it down a bit.
3 - 4 ports + ceramic bearings + silicone crank
3 - 4 ports + steel bearings + normal crank
5 - 7 ports + ceramic bearings + silicone crank
Ports don't matter, it has to have dual ceramic bearing and a silicone crank
0 votes
Blah, ceramic bearings and silicone cranks are useless, you need more ports.
Thanks for your help !
" These days everyone is talking about fuel effiency & power advantages. On the heels of the nitro engine developments we ask this question. What is the most powerful and fuel efficient combination ? "
I`ve added the options below to try and narrow it down a bit.
3 - 4 ports + ceramic bearings + silicone crank
3 - 4 ports + steel bearings + normal crank
5 - 7 ports + ceramic bearings + silicone crank
Ports don't matter, it has to have dual ceramic bearing and a silicone crank
0 votes
Blah, ceramic bearings and silicone cranks are useless, you need more ports.
Thanks for your help !
Last edited by Andrew_67; 07-28-2011 at 02:31 AM.
07-27-2011, 09:53 AM
#5
It's not a chevy ford thing... Most of the guys her are going to tell you exactly what is in your signature block! End of story
07-27-2011, 09:56 AM
#6
I think a better question would be centered around why are we still messing around with needles to fine tune an engine.
The first engine company to create some form of electronic ignition for these little engines will become a very lucrative one. I know, I know, the first rebuttle is usually "but the cost to do this...blah blah" but think about it:
The abililty to tune your engine with your TX instantly would be incredible and extremely precise. To me that would be worth a little more in pricing!
Thoughts?
The first engine company to create some form of electronic ignition for these little engines will become a very lucrative one. I know, I know, the first rebuttle is usually "but the cost to do this...blah blah" but think about it:
The abililty to tune your engine with your TX instantly would be incredible and extremely precise. To me that would be worth a little more in pricing!
Thoughts?
Last edited by hookem34; 07-27-2011 at 09:58 AM. Reason: spelling....
07-27-2011, 10:07 AM
#7
I think a better question would be centered around why are we still messing around with needles to fine tune an engine.
The first engine company to create some form of electronic ignition for these little engines will become a very lucrative one. I know, I know, the first rebuttle is usually "but the cost to do this...blah blah" but think about it:
The abililty to tune your engine with your TX instantly would be incredible and extremely precise. To me that would be worth a little more in pricing!
Thoughts?
The first engine company to create some form of electronic ignition for these little engines will become a very lucrative one. I know, I know, the first rebuttle is usually "but the cost to do this...blah blah" but think about it:
The abililty to tune your engine with your TX instantly would be incredible and extremely precise. To me that would be worth a little more in pricing!
Thoughts?
07-27-2011, 10:07 AM
#8
I think a better question would be centered around why are we still messing around with needles to fine tune an engine.
The first engine company to create some form of electronic ignition for these little engines will become a very lucrative one. I know, I know, the first rebuttle is usually "but the cost to do this...blah blah" but think about it:
The abililty to tune your engine with your TX instantly would be incredible and extremely precise. To me that would be worth a little more in pricing!
Thoughts?
The first engine company to create some form of electronic ignition for these little engines will become a very lucrative one. I know, I know, the first rebuttle is usually "but the cost to do this...blah blah" but think about it:
The abililty to tune your engine with your TX instantly would be incredible and extremely precise. To me that would be worth a little more in pricing!
Thoughts?
07-27-2011, 10:13 AM
#9
Their won't be developed fuel injection nor ignition systems since the international rule books (IFMAR/EFRA/ROAR/etc) forbid such engine to be deployed in races...
07-27-2011, 11:14 AM
#10
The truth to the matter is that there are really only 3-5 engines on the market that are even capable of getting 10+ minute run times and that is only under perfect conditions. Your driving style, geographic Location, track surface, tire choice, pipe choice, fuel choice, clutch set-up, etc, etc are all factors in getting extended run times. Dont think for a minute that because a guy in New Jersey is getting 10 minutes plus from his, " insert engine here" That if you rush out and buy one 97 out of 100 times you will not get the same run times as him. Nowadays I just want an good reliable engine with good bottom end that lasts 6+ gallons in stock form and dont cost $300-$400. There are a boatload of engines that fit that category. I do prefer my engines modified by Clockworks only because of their customer service and knowledge and I prefer the performance of a modified engine.
07-27-2011, 11:20 AM
#11
"Engine X is the most fuel efficient motor available today" is a blanket statement that CANNOT be made. There are simply too many variables in the equation:
Of all these variables, I think the driving style and quality of fuel has the biggest impact on fuel economy. One sure fire way to increase your fuel economy is to smooth out that throttle finger
Later
- Elevation
- Track grip and layout
- Drivetrain Efficiency (MP9 is best - HAHAH)
- Car weight (again MP9 is best - HAHAH)
- Tuning Ability of said racer
- Driving Style of said racer
- Throttle Servo speed and exponential
- Fuel
Of all these variables, I think the driving style and quality of fuel has the biggest impact on fuel economy. One sure fire way to increase your fuel economy is to smooth out that throttle finger
Later
07-27-2011, 11:27 AM
#12
LOL
07-27-2011, 02:54 PM
#15
Tech Addict
I have to agree with some of the above posts. Most engine won't go 10 min in a buggy. I used to be horrible with fuel milage, struggling to get 7:30 for a pit stop. Now that I have developed and changed my driving, I can go 8:30 to 9 min. I have gone as long as 11 mins with my ODO .21 during practice, but by race time, thats a no go, right back to 8-9 min runs. Just work on your throttle control and tuning.