Originally Posted by
UrabusDenis
I think you have nothing to lose by using ARO. Although I'm pretty positive that it isn't needed after a quality fuel is used, I still use it for precaution. It's not a problem for me to pop off the air filter and pour some ARO. My engines have always looked perfectly clean inside and I didn't notice rubber damage. What you must take care of is that your ARO doesn't damage the silicone insert in the crankshaft (if you have it). Most of the RC AROs should be safe to use
Is the silicone insert the piece that sits directly under the carby port on the crank at a 45 degree angle? I did notice on another engine that this is slightly decayed...what are the consequences of this and can this be repaired or nothing to really worry about?