How do I know what nitro fuel to use?
Keep in mind that the Nitro RC engine size does matter when deciding what percentage of nitro to go with.
- Engines that are .12 – .18 generally use 10 to 20 percent nitro fuel.
- Engines that are . 21 – . 26 or . 27 generally use higher percentage nitro fuel in the ranges of 20 to 40 percent.
What do you need to build a nitro RC car?
Things You’ll Need
- Screwdriver.
- Pliers.
- RC car kit.
- Hobby knife.
- Hardware trays.
- Sandpaper.
- Paint.
- Nitro engine.
How long does nitro fuel stay good?
solid. 20 to 30 years in storage is fine for glow fuel. Keep it sealed up good, out of the sunlight, off of a concrete floor and out of extreme temperatures and the stuff is good for seemingly forever.
What is the shelf life of RC nitro fuel?
The nitro content will evaporate over time after the seal is broke open, 3 yrs.
What is the fastest nitro RC car?
The 5 Fastest RC Cars You Can Buy Today
- JLB Racing Cheetah – 50 MPH.
- Traxxas XO-1 – 100 MPH.
- Traxxas 8S X-Maxx – 50+ MPH.
- Traxxas UDR – 50+ MPH.
- Losi Ford Raptor Baja Rey – 55+ MPH.
- Tamiya Off-Road Buggy Champ – 30 MPH+
How long can a nitro RC car run?
How long do RC Nitro Engines last? The average lifespan of an RC nitro engine is between 6 and 8 gallons (22.71 to 30.28 liters), which typically runs about 40-80 hours of run time. That means your car will only be able to burn 6-8 gallons in its lifetime before it’s time to say goodbye.
Can you ship RC nitro fuel?
Nitro Fuel is classified as a “flammable” liquid. In limited quantities, AMain Sports & Hobbies can transport flammable liquid under ORM-D (Other Regulated Materials for Domestic transport). Shipping under ORM-D will subject the product to ship by UPS Ground only.
How do you maintain a nitro RC car?
Here are the steps to prepare your nitro vehicle for long term storage.
- Perform after-run procedure on engine.
- Clean chassis and suspension free from all dirt, grime and exhaust residue.
- Remove all fuel from fuel lines and fuel tank.
- Remove all batteries from the receiver box and transmitter.