Steve Smith
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- Joined
- Jul 20, 2010
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- 38
I've been away from the hobby for 10+ years, and I'm currently building a Thunderboat to get back into racing. In the past, I never used 'stock' engines so this will be a new experience. I realize that no mods can be made to the 260PUM, but I was wondering if there were any tips to preparing a new engine that might improve performance.
- Is there anything to be gained by changing gaskets (rules seem to allow copper base gaskets.....not sure about teflon intake gaskets)?
-What about checking/truing the crank?
-Do you stick with stock bolts or go stainless?
-Do you dump the Champion plug for an NGK?
-Should I stick with 8-10oz / gal of premix?
-What's the best pipe for stock engine in a Thunderboat (Blazer, Lauterbach)?
-Can someone clarify the rule on pull start vs pulley? The rule states "Recoil pull start must be the primary method of starting. EZ Start and pulleys are acceptable." Which is it....mandatory pull start or no?
I'd be interested in anything else you care to share here.
Thanks!
-SS
- Is there anything to be gained by changing gaskets (rules seem to allow copper base gaskets.....not sure about teflon intake gaskets)?
-What about checking/truing the crank?
-Do you stick with stock bolts or go stainless?
-Do you dump the Champion plug for an NGK?
-Should I stick with 8-10oz / gal of premix?
-What's the best pipe for stock engine in a Thunderboat (Blazer, Lauterbach)?
-Can someone clarify the rule on pull start vs pulley? The rule states "Recoil pull start must be the primary method of starting. EZ Start and pulleys are acceptable." Which is it....mandatory pull start or no?
I'd be interested in anything else you care to share here.
Thanks!
-SS