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The different 125 cylinders. The ''B'' version has the parts on it The older 125 cylinder had the threads stripped from the exhaust outlet.
The different 125 cylinders. The ''B'' version has the parts on it The older 125 cylinder had the threads stripped from the exhaust outlet.
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I think the ones from the factory with the new cylinder have a little "B" on the lug but you cannot count on it.
I had to work on a 125 back last Christmas and it was a "A" that someone had stuck a new "B" cylinder on it. It sure ran good.
All the boxes and literature from Horizon says "125a"
I had to work on a 125 back last Christmas and it was a "A" that someone had stuck a new "B" cylinder on it. It sure ran good.
All the boxes and literature from Horizon says "125a"
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Don't you guys get Saito mounts with your big engines. Saito market a good ange of cast mounts (similar to the OS mounts) out here that work well. We don't use anything but metal mounts in any thing over say a 56 for O/T comps out here, well maybe some do but those looking for reliability and survivability don't
All the new Saito Gas engines have you beaut metal mounts that I will be using in the big models I am planning.
All the new Saito Gas engines have you beaut metal mounts that I will be using in the big models I am planning.
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To prime a Saito 150 enclosed in a cowl.
Open throttle
Put your finger over the end of the muffler and turn the engine through compression a couple times and it will force fuel through the carburetor.
To prime a Saito 150 enclosed in a cowl.
Open throttle
Put your finger over the end of the muffler and turn the engine through compression a couple times and it will force fuel through the carburetor.
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You are going to enjoy that motor!! I have one that seems to find it's way back and forth between several of my planes. Still running strong on the first set of bearings after 10 years, too.
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Lots of questions here:
I just bought a Saito 90TS on RCU (should be here in about a week),
it will need break in and then set up (prop/fuel/plugs).
I plan to put it on one of my .60 size Super Skybolts,
this will be my first twin I will personally use and would certainly want to avoid missing a step here.
Can someone who has used a Saito twin, help me here?
Do you consider onboard glow necessary?
What prop do you recommend for his combination?
Will Omega 15% fuel be adequate? I have good results with my Saito 56, 72, 82, 91. Would a 13X8 prop be OK for starters? <span class="info"> </span>
Lots of questions here:
I just bought a Saito 90TS on RCU (should be here in about a week),
it will need break in and then set up (prop/fuel/plugs).
I plan to put it on one of my .60 size Super Skybolts,
this will be my first twin I will personally use and would certainly want to avoid missing a step here.
Can someone who has used a Saito twin, help me here?
Do you consider onboard glow necessary?
What prop do you recommend for his combination?
Will Omega 15% fuel be adequate? I have good results with my Saito 56, 72, 82, 91. Would a 13X8 prop be OK for starters? <span class="info"> </span>
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Thanks, 90T it is. I hope the nut is new, the rest of the engine is also, detail didn't come through on the phone camera. It's going on a Super Skybolt. I'll bolt it to a 2X6 board and break it in, tune it, and then bury it in a cowl. The flex tube option probably has to be used for that plane to extend out of the cowl. I paid only $300 for it shipped saving about $280. His picture looks a lot better from his ad.
What is the difference between a T and TS? The rich break in step in the manual says 6000 rpm at WOT, pretty rich I'd say for ABC, but I guess Saito knows their business.
What is the difference between a T and TS? The rich break in step in the manual says 6000 rpm at WOT, pretty rich I'd say for ABC, but I guess Saito knows their business.
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The TS is a boxer twin, (even Firing) with each piston having its own crankpin, the T has a single crank pin and fires kinda Harley like and yet is still very smooth running. Mine is the 1.00 version but is an older model with the crankcase pump to aid in crankcase venting.
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Hi Guys I was given a gallon of Cool Power Heli 20% fuel and as wondering if it is OK to run in my Saito 91S. Kevin
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Gentlemen,
I would like your learned opinion on replacing the bearings on my old Saito FA-80. The new bearings I received from Horizon are both sealed. The original bearings are sealed front and open rear. Should I attempt to remove the seals on the new rear bearing or leave it alone. I'm concerned because on my older engine the crankcase vent is on the backplate and not forward between the two bearings as is the case on newer engines. If I don't remove the seals will the cam, tappets, etc. get adequate lubrication? Thanks for your help
I would like your learned opinion on replacing the bearings on my old Saito FA-80. The new bearings I received from Horizon are both sealed. The original bearings are sealed front and open rear. Should I attempt to remove the seals on the new rear bearing or leave it alone. I'm concerned because on my older engine the crankcase vent is on the backplate and not forward between the two bearings as is the case on newer engines. If I don't remove the seals will the cam, tappets, etc. get adequate lubrication? Thanks for your help
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>>>To prime it, open the throttle a bit and cover the exhaust pipe with your finger and turn the engine over a couple of rotations. This will create muffler pressure to push fuel into the carb. THEN apply the glow igniter and start 'er up. >>>
There's an easy way to prime the 4-strokes without having to turn the engine clear over through compression which is hard on the airframe: Open throttle full, turn prop backwards until compression begins, put finger over ehaust and turn engine frontwards until compression begins, remove finger, turn engine backwards until compression begins, put finger on exhaust, turn engine forewards until compression begins..... etc. a couple of times. Same result as turning the engine completely over through compression a couple of times BUT much easier and no strain since you are NOT turning it completely through a compression stroke.
Ernie
There's an easy way to prime the 4-strokes without having to turn the engine clear over through compression which is hard on the airframe: Open throttle full, turn prop backwards until compression begins, put finger over ehaust and turn engine frontwards until compression begins, remove finger, turn engine backwards until compression begins, put finger on exhaust, turn engine forewards until compression begins..... etc. a couple of times. Same result as turning the engine completely over through compression a couple of times BUT much easier and no strain since you are NOT turning it completely through a compression stroke.
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Gentlemen,
I would like your learned opinion on replacing the bearings on my old Saito FA-80. The new bearings I received from Horizon are both sealed. The original bearings are sealed front and open rear. Should I attempt to remove the seals on the new rear bearing or leave it alone. I'm concerned because on my older engine the crankcase vent is on the backplate and not forward between the two bearings as is the case on newer engines. If I don't remove the seals will the cam, tappets, etc. get adequate lubrication? Thanks for your help
Gentlemen,
I would like your learned opinion on replacing the bearings on my old Saito FA-80. The new bearings I received from Horizon are both sealed. The original bearings are sealed front and open rear. Should I attempt to remove the seals on the new rear bearing or leave it alone. I'm concerned because on my older engine the crankcase vent is on the backplate and not forward between the two bearings as is the case on newer engines. If I don't remove the seals will the cam, tappets, etc. get adequate lubrication? Thanks for your help
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Don't gasoline engines run hotter than a methanol burner? Does Saito use the same exhause valve and clearances on the gassers?
Thanks,
Ernie
Don't gasoline engines run hotter than a methanol burner? Does Saito use the same exhause valve and clearances on the gassers?
Thanks,
Ernie
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I am new to this thread, and have a question that someone will be able to answer. I have an older Saito 1.80 (nickname the Thumper). I have balanced the prop and spinner, tried different prop locations and still have an engine that has a lot of viberation. I am using a nylon mount. Any suggestions as to how to decrease or stop this? Currently, the Saito 1.80 is mounted in the Sig Spacewalker. Flys great but I am worried that the viberation will kill the airplane.
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John, what you're experiencing is more accurately called" tortional impulses" caused by a light engine, flexing mount and powerful power pulses. Set everything up as stiffly as you can, for example H9 aluminum mount, wing bolted on tightly etc.