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  1. R

    Engine

    Which Engine should I Purchase 30.5 Gizzsmotor Full Mod or 30.5 OBR Full Mod
  2. M

    Loaded engine question

    OK guys here is a loaded question for all of you to hammer me with answers. I have a Redcat Rampage MT with stock 26cc engine, DDM pipe, 8000 rpm spring, and upgraded air cleaner. I also convert this into a TT and change gears. Always seem to be getting beat up on. Would like to add more power...
  3. C

    Why a reed engine?

    I have seen the breakdown of the engine. I just don't understand what it would be used for? Horsepower? 100mph? Climbing a tree? Going thru a brick wall?
  4. K

    engines

    I am looking into a better engine for mt found a Zenoah 2g290rc 28.5cc 3.5 hp motor and a cy 30.5 cc engine from king motors .how much hp does 30.5 cc have? which is better motor?I notice Zenoah has 990 not sure about 30.5 cy but it is a walbro carb I am looking imto the same power my mt had...
  5. T

    maverick blackout engine

    Hi guys I'm having problems starting my engine. There seems to be a lot of compression when I try to start. It's causing my pull start to jam up or slip. It's like it's flooded. If I slacken my plug quite a bit it's easier to pull. But a pain to start. Could it be constantly flooding? If so...
  6. W

    Xt engine

    Does anyone know if you can get the aluminum cover or case for the xt engine?
  7. D

    Engine air leak???

    I have an XT and walbro 990 carb with CPI pipe. engine ran fine for a couple of tanks after pipe was put on, then started to really bog until about 3/4 of full RPM then takes off like a banshee. I have tuned it every way possible and nothing will change it. Another guy I know is sending his...
  8. S

    New Engine: Need advice

    So, I might switch the engine of my Xb to my Baja and vice versa. and I was wondering what is the best Engine 600 or 700$ can buy? Here's a list of my options, feel free to add your thoughts, and/or your suggestions: 1) http://www.mmrlargescale.co.uk/acatalog/RCMMRPROMXENG.html 2)...
  9. T

    Has Anyones Engine...

    Ever backfired when you shut it off? Lol i was out bashing today and i pressed the kill switch to shut it down and the engine back fired on me. So is this out of the ordinary or no? Sounded preety cool thou:D:D
  10. C

    engine upgrade help....

    Thanks in advance..... I'm having engine overload. I'm looking at either getting a top half or a long block but there is a million different combinations and companies and not sure which to get. I'm looking for more torque since I have a MT. I'm currently running stock 30.5. I would...
  11. B

    Best Head kit for stock 30.5 mt engine

    Whats the best head kit for the stock motor cy30.5. Just want alittle bit more out of the motor with out changing the entire motor. I currently have a side dom pipe and 8000rpm spring and i have an upgrade car don't remember witch one lol i know its a walboro something ill find out thanks :)
  12. T

    Twin Engine

    Anyone has any idea if there is a twin engine available for the mt v3 platform. Links and suggestions would be much obliged. Im looking to make a beast. Ty
  13. J

    Cant get my engine started.

    I bought and OBR full mod engine over the summer, ran great for about 2 months. I put it away for the winter in my closet. I've trying to start it for 2 days now, and the engine just won't kick over.. I replaced spark plug, reset carb needles, everything I could think of. I even place a plastic...
  14. C

    New engine

    Spent so much money buying parts for the DBXL, it cut into my engine fund. I was told this was a great engine, for the price I figured I'll give it a try. Should have it Friday, let you guys know how I make out.
  15. S

    Stock Engine Upgrade for more Bhp

    So I was wondering, since I already installed a 8k spring with new clutch and lightened flywheel, what can I do next in order to get more bhps out of it? Does installing new Zenoah head help? Any upgraded engine parts for faster stroking and better compression? Maybe milling the stock engine...
  16. C

    Engine cleaning

    A friend took his MT engine apart, and would like to know what's good to clean the parts?
  17. C

    new head for HY 30.5 engine

    Hi looking for a new head for a HY 30.5 engine,previous owner stripped out one of the header bolts,engine is barely broken in yet and it's a strong runner I'll eventually get an OBR for the MT but for now I might as well use this engine I tried locating one but all I'm finding is CY heads...
  18. C

    Engine size

    How can I tell what size this engine in my truck is? I have it disassembled down to the flywheel and clutch and out of the truck. If necessary I can pull the head. I was just wondering if there was an easier way. And if I pull the head, I might as well get a 2 bolt 30.5cc top end. Will there...
  19. mvaughn12

    36cc Engine in User Manual

    I see in the user manual there is a 26cc, 30cc installed and a 36cc. Not sure if this vehicle can handle a 36cc but I'm gonna find out. Lol gonna order the 36cc for this chimera and add in the 2 speed tranny lol i'll be making a video on this soon and it comes in and gets installed!!! :D
  20. C

    Replacement engine?

    If the engine in this truck is thrashed. What is a good strong reliable replacement. I have been told that this engine is a 26cc HY unit. So I am not looking for an 8hp engine. Looking for something that I can get parts for. Looking for an explanation of the difference between a HY engine and a...
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