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Jaz240 09-22-2010 11:47 AM


Originally Posted by rageworks (Post 7972699)
So what exactly don't you buy JWM2?
I own one of the first GO engines that Neal ever
Clocked. It is about four years old now and has
had at least a dozen gallons of fuel ran through it.
It is still one bad arsed screamin engine and will
still eat a Toro Nero for lunch.
I agree with Neal, there is NO BEST ENGINE. The track
you run on, your driving style, your clutch, gearing and
tire set-ups and other factors will determine the best
engine/pipe combo for you. That is why I keep over a
a dozen different engines and at least that many pipe
and header combos. Rather than rely on what someone
posts is the best header/pipe combo for an engne, I actualy
take the time to find out for myself. Instead of doing the hands
on research to find the ideal engine, people would rather let
someone else make their descisions for them. The same people
that start this kind of thread are the same ones that will want
to know the majic number of turns on them there carbrater screws
next week.:lol:

Brilliant answer

071crazy 09-22-2010 01:13 PM


Originally Posted by jwm2 (Post 7972543)
What kind of problems? And please don't just regurgitate what neil said as that won't fly.

These GO engines seem interesting. How popular are these engines at your local track? Also, how much time do you have on your motors?

TopGearRC 09-22-2010 01:21 PM


Originally Posted by rageworks (Post 7972699)
So what exactly don't you buy JWM2?
I own one of the first GO engines that Neal ever
Clocked. It is about four years old now and has
had at least a dozen gallons of fuel ran through it.
It is still one bad arsed screamin engine and will
still eat a Toro Nero for lunch.
I agree with Neal, there is NO BEST ENGINE. The track
you run on, your driving style, your clutch, gearing and
tire set-ups and other factors will determine the best
engine/pipe combo for you. That is why I keep over a
a dozen different engines and at least that many pipe
and header combos. Rather than rely on what someone
posts is the best header/pipe combo for an engne, I actualy
take the time to find out for myself. Instead of doing the hands
on research to find the ideal engine, people would rather let
someone else make their descisions for them. The same people
that start this kind of thread are the same ones that will want
to know the majic number of turns on them there carbrater screws
next week.:lol:

+1

JAMMINKRAZY 09-22-2010 01:29 PM

Go engines are nothing special really. They are a decent Taiwanese copy of a nova P5. If you get a good one it will run good for awhile and go downhill quickly after that period. The bad ones just won't run right from the get go. They make pretty good power, get OK fuel mileage, and really don't excel in one area. They can be a bit finicky to tune and don't hold a tune very well at all. For the money they aren't bad, but wouldn't be my choice.

I'm also a firm believer that you get what you pay for. That's just the way it works in this hobby. You can go cheap and get decent stuff or you can spend the money and get the best. That's a decision you have to make for your own personal situation.

I'm an OS guy and nothing else has really impressed me. There are a lot of good engines out there, but to me the OS stuff is overall the best. The new OS engines should be even better.

As a rule, I don't like Taiwan engines. They always seem to lack quality when compared to Italian or Japanese made engines. I have run many different brands of engines and my favorite is OS, followed by Novarossi.

There's my 2 cents. Flame away!:lol:

clio 09-22-2010 02:02 PM


Originally Posted by JAMMINKRAZY (Post 7973206)
The bad ones just won't run right from the get go

I had one of those. Pain in the #ss. Never held a tune.

houston 09-22-2010 02:12 PM

mmmmmmm caramel covered popcorn :p

pntmachine 09-22-2010 02:15 PM


Originally Posted by houston (Post 7973380)
mmmmmmm caramel covered popcorn :p

LOL, snow caps or milk duds please.:nod:

CompetitionHeat 09-22-2010 03:03 PM


Originally Posted by houston (Post 7973380)
mmmmmmm caramel covered popcorn :p

These Bon Bons are excellent...:p

shanem121 09-22-2010 03:06 PM

If you want a sick motor talk to Neal at Clock works. I highly recommend the JL.21 This motor is OFF THE HOOK. Especially for the price.

ben1970 09-22-2010 03:27 PM

Simple Green,if you are interested in GO Engines,have a look at the GO thread.
I personally am getting excellent results running GO Engines.
The new GX series is a major step up in quality from the previous series.
Just my 0.2c,evey brand has their fans and haters.

Simple GREEN 09-22-2010 03:54 PM

Maximo,

your CLOCKWORK JL .21 PRO #52207 what kind of lifetime is this engine getting considering buying one of these but have never had a modded engine OR a ofna engine, so I am a bit hesitant

also it says under the add:
SPECIAL PROMO: Hand lapped Piston & Sleeve break in service is included in all Clockwork modified engines.

what dose that mean?

riverviewrc 09-22-2010 04:05 PM


Originally Posted by Simple GREEN (Post 7973756)
Maximo,

your CLOCKWORK JL .21 PRO #52207 what kind of lifetime is this engine getting considering buying one of these but have never had a modded engine OR a ofna engine, so I am a bit hesitant

also it says under the add:
SPECIAL PROMO: Hand lapped Piston & Sleeve break in service is included in all Clockwork modified engines.

what dose that mean?

I don't know exactly what it means technically so I'll let Neal answer that but it makes break in alottttt easier :D

dreaux 09-22-2010 04:25 PM

What do you want? Power? millege? reliability?

You will not find a more powerful .21 engine then my clockwork modded jpx. It's crazy fast and powerful, but it is TOTALLY not necessary. I have several vspecs and ninja's and they are great engines with great runtimes. However from what i have seen personally, and i had to buy another engine it would be the werks b5. It's only 200$ and if you were to take ninja's, vspec, plus 4 four and ran them side by side you would not tell the difference. It's a great engine and my buddy is getting 13+ minutes per tank. DOn't know how long they last or how hard they are to tune though. TYe alphas are screaming too, but i know little about them except they run really well.

A little more pricey but the ninja has everything you could want in a motor long lasting, easy tune, powerful and killer mileage. But if i were you i would at least go to clockworks home page and see what might be best for you. The clocked jl is a monster and is only 250

dreaux 09-22-2010 04:31 PM


Originally Posted by Simple GREEN (Post 7973756)
Maximo,

your CLOCKWORK JL .21 PRO #52207 what kind of lifetime is this engine getting considering buying one of these but have never had a modded engine OR a ofna engine, so I am a bit hesitant

also it says under the add:
SPECIAL PROMO: Hand lapped Piston & Sleeve break in service is included in all Clockwork modified engines.

what dose that mean?

it means that the piston and sleeve are hand fitted for the best possible fit. It makes the break in much easier and shorter. It's also alot less stressful on your engine internalls. When i got mine, it was about as closest as a fit you can get and break in was way better then what i was used too.

dreaux 09-22-2010 04:46 PM


Originally Posted by rageworks (Post 7972699)
So what exactly don't you buy JWM2?
I own one of the first GO engines that Neal ever
Clocked. It is about four years old now and has
had at least a dozen gallons of fuel ran through it.
It is still one bad arsed screamin engine and will
still eat a Toro Nero for lunch.
I agree with Neal, there is NO BEST ENGINE. The track
you run on, your driving style, your clutch, gearing and
tire set-ups and other factors will determine the best
engine/pipe combo for you. That is why I keep over a
a dozen different engines and at least that many pipe
and header combos. Rather than rely on what someone
posts is the best header/pipe combo for an engne, I actualy
take the time to find out for myself. Instead of doing the hands
on research to find the ideal engine, people would rather let
someone else make their descisions for them. The same people
that start this kind of thread are the same ones that will want
to know the majic number of turns on them there carbrater screws
next week.:lol:

great post. But some of us don't have the cheddar to buy a dozen engines to try. I do however pay attention at the track and post my honest opinions. I went with neal because of his reputation and word of mouth. It was one of the best decisions i ever made. So this kind of thread is not totally pointless. I am however cautious of people recommending engines that they are sponsored by.

Honestly there is not any real "bad" engines out there: nova, rb, reedy, ninja, o.s., werks, alpha, orion, picco, sirio etc etc. They are all good. But as far as getting my buisness neal has all my money in the future. His engines and service are out of this world.

I would also like to try a nova p5 and a werks b5


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