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Composites in model boat construction

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article... by Terry Keeley

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A short informative article on working with composites ...

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Power Spark

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article... by Thomas Marx (Matho)

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We Build an Ignition System...
Read more: Power Spark

Zenoah - Stock to Outlaw

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article...by Lohring Miller

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Read all about what makes a stock Zenoah into an Outlaw modified Zenoah!
Read more: Zenoah - Stock to Outlaw

Tuned Pipes - Part 2

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article... by Lohring Miller

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The second part of the technical article on tuned pipes...
Read more: Tuned Pipes - Part 2

Tuned Pipes

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article... by Lohring Miller

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Beyond the basics...
Read more: Tuned Pipes

Gasoline

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article... by Lohring Miller

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Do the various additives and mixtures really matter for our small engines? Find out in this article!
Read more: Gasoline

Voltage Regulator Mod

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article...by Marc Weijenberg

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A simple modification to make your receiver battery voltage regulator better...

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RCMK Engine Modification

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article...by Scott Schneider

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A step-by-step tutorial on how to modify an RCMK S/SX 254 Engine ... *All R254 Cylinders

( This DOES NOT apply to the newest "EVO" cylinders )

Read more: RCMK Engine Modification

Big Bore Carburetor Mod

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article...by Scott Schneider

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Learn how to do a modification on a "Bored Out" big bore carburetor for consistent performance and reliability...

Read more: Big Bore Carburetor Mod

Port Timing and Squish

Marc L Tech Articles
Tech Article...

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In this article we show you how to measure port timing and squish on a Zenoah style engine...
Read more: Port Timing and Squish

Starting Your Engines

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article...by Carlo Catalanotto

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A few tips and tricks on how to start your engines...the easy way!
Read more: Starting Your Engines

Bearing and Seal Installation

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article... by Carlo Catalanotto

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Learn how to install new bearings and seals in your Zenoah engine...

Read more: Bearing and Seal Installation

Setting Up Your Radio

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article... by Carlo Catalanotto of CC Racing Engines

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Learn how to set your radio correctly and using it to help you win races!


Read more: Setting Up Your Radio

Machining Piston to Avoid Seizures

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article...by Carlo Catalanotto

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Does the top diameter of my piston need to be machined in my engine?


Read more: Machining Piston to Avoid Seizures

Hydro Setup Tips

Marc L Tech Articles
Tech Article...

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Some tips on setting up a hydroplane hull. *updated
Read more: Hydro Setup Tips

Fix a Loose Carburetor Butterfly

Reader Submitted Tech Articles
Tech Article ...by Carlo Catalanotto of CC Racing Engines

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Been having problems with a sticking carburetor because of the butterfly coming loose? Read this tech article by renowned engine builder Carlo Catalanotto and be rid of those butterfly blues!

Read more: Fix a Loose Carburetor Butterfly

Tuning a Tuned Pipe

Marc L Tech Articles
Tech Article...

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In this short article we will explore the methods of properly "tuning" a Tuned Pipe system to your engine.
Read more: Tuning a Tuned Pipe

CMB 35 Record Engine

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Lohring Miller

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Developing a CMB 35 Record Engine...see what is involved from testing stages to a 100 mph+ gas engine!

Read more: CMB 35 Record Engine

Radio Box Power Supply

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article... by Curt Conrad

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Learn how to make a foolproof switch that doubles as charging terminals for your radio box!

Read more: Radio Box Power Supply

Balancing a Crankshaft

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article... by Xavier Cardinale
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An interesting article on how to check and realign crankshafts.

 

Read more: Balancing a Crankshaft

Modifying a 230RC

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Rudy Hilado

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Learn how to modify a Zenoah G230RC engine...

Read more: Modifying a 230RC

4-Stroke Power

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Len Williams

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Four-Stroke power for model boats??? Read this to learm more about this interesting concept!

Read more: 4-Stroke Power

Prop Mold

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Mike Tyson

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Interesting information on how to duplicate propellers using this tool...

Read more: Prop Mold

Crackerbox Setup

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Nelson King

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Some really good crackerbox setup information...

Read more: Crackerbox Setup

4-stroke Part 2

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Len Williams

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Part 2 of the 4-stroke series...

Read more: 4-stroke Part 2

Zenoah Teardown

Marc L Tech Articles

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A step-by-step guide to disassembling and re-assembling your Zenoah engine...

Read more: Zenoah Teardown

Proper Balance

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Dom Mauro

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Learn how to properly balance your boat (Center of Gravity)...

Read more: Proper Balance

Engine Maintenance

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Carlo Catalanotto of CC Racing Engines

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Engine maintenance advice and suggestions by renowned engine builder Carlo Catalanotto of CC Racing Engines!

Read more: Engine Maintenance

Engine Porting

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Scott Schneider

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A very informative step-by-step article on how to modify a Zenoah engine...

Read more: Engine Porting

Counter-Rotating Engine

Reader Submitted Tech Articles

Tech Article ...by Torstend Picard

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In this informative article, Torstend shows us how he converted a Quickdraw engine to counter-rotation!

Read more: Counter-Rotating Engine
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