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Venturi design. Making your own venturi and spraybar (carburetor) for model aircraft gasoline engines.
AERO MODELLER #649 Feb 1990 (v.55) pg. 110

Tip on removing burrs inside the spraybar of a needle valve assembly.
AERO MODELLER #671 Dec 1991 (v.56) pg. 685

2-strokes gunge and goo. How to disassemble and clean model aircraft engines that have formed gummy oil deposits which prevent the engine from operating properly.
AERO MODELLER #754 Sep 24 1998 (v.63) pg. 24
Added Info AERO MODELLER #758 Jan 14 1999 (v.63) pg. 10

Tips on improving control-line racing engine performance. (1) Simple modifications. (2) Remove varnish buildup from cylinders of small engines.
MODEL AVIATION Jan 1990 (v.16#1) pg. 62

Tip on repairing rear bearings in .35 control-line combat engines.
MODEL AVIATION Jan 1990 (v.16#1) pg. 173

Tip on changing the shape of a standard piston ring to reduce heat from friction.
MODEL AVIATION Feb 1990 (v.16#2) pg. 181

Tip on using Naval Jelly to clean varnish out of small aircraft engines.
MODEL AVIATION Mar 1990 (v.16#3) pg. 168

Tip on removing metal burrs inside a needle valve assembly.
MODEL AVIATION Jun 1993 (v.19#6) pg. 109

Hotrodding the O.S. 20 four-stroke engine. How to convert the stock O.S. 20 into the 26 Surpass by changing the crankshaft and making other modifications.
MODEL AVIATION Sep 1993 (v.19#9) pg. 22

Sketch and chart of dimensions illustrates how to modify the cylinder port timing.
MODEL AVIATION Jul 1994 (v.20#7) pg. 67
Correction MODEL AVIATION Aug 1994 (v.20#8) pg. 153

How to use laps on model engines to improve performance.
MODEL AVIATION May 1996 (v.22#5) pg. 122
Added Info MODEL AVIATION Sep 1996 (v.22#9) pg. 128
Added Info MODEL AVIATION Jan 1997 (v.23#1) pg. 151

Time your own model aircraft engine for better performance and longer engine life. Timing equipment is easily assembled from simple odds and ends.
MODEL AVIATION Aug 1996 (v.22#8) pg. 68

Tuning tips for engines and exhaust systems used on control-line aerobatic aircraft.
MODEL AVIATION Apr 1997 (v.23#4) pg. 134

Overhauling model aircraft gasoline engines.
MODEL AVIATION Aug 1997 (v.23#8) pg. 60

Tips on reducing air leaks which are often the cause of poor operation in model aircraft engines. Includes information on how to make replacement gaskets from card stock
MODEL AVIATION Sep 1997 (v.23#9) pg. 83

Tips on freeing up stuck model engines.
MODEL AVIATION Jan 1999 (v.25#1) pg. 58

Tips on updating an older engine.
MODEL AVIATION Jan 1999 (v.25#1) pg. 59

How to "blueprint" (modify) the Thunder Tiger Pro.40 ABC engine for maximum longevity in R/C pylon racing applications.
MODEL AVIATION Mar 1999 (v.25#3) pg. 115

Tip on loosening tight cap head bolts.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Feb 1990 (v.32#2) pg. 112

Tip on flattening an inlet manifold using 600 wet-or-dry carborundum paper.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Feb 1990 (v.32#2) pg. 112

Tip on freeing up a socket head bolt that is frozen in place.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Oct 1990 (v.33#10) pg. 857

Tip on locating the timing mark on four-stroke model engines.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Oct 1990 (v.33#10) pg. 857

DIY engine tests. Advice on home engine testing using a tachometer.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Apr 1992 (v.35#4) pg. 68

Procedure for removing carbon from four stroke engines.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Aug 1992 (v.35#8) pg. 55

Tips on freeing up a model engine where the piston has become stuck in the cylinder.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Jan 1993 (v.36#1) pg. 83

Laymans guide to four stroke engine timing.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS May 1993 (v.36#5) pg. 30

Making and heat treating piston rings for gasoline-powered model engines.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Mar 1994 (v.37#3) pg. 28

Tuning a model gasoline engine. Adjusting carburetor for reliable performance.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Jul 1994 (v.37#7) pg. 58

Simple after run procedures that will help prevent bearing problems when running a laid up engine.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Dec 1994 (v.37#12) pg. 72

Do-it-yourself conrods. Part 1. Build this end-rounding jig to help fabricate replacement connecting rods for model aircraft gasoline engines.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS May 1995 (v.38#5) pg. 72

Do-it-yourself conrods. Part 2. Marking out and machining.
RADIO CONTROL MODELS & ELECTRONICS Jun 1995 (v.38#6) pg. 22

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