Fuel (Nitro)

April 2, 2020

More nitro? More oil? Read on to fuel your thirst for RC knowledge.

Higher nitro percentage

More power
May require changes to fuel mixture setting or head clearance to prevent pre-detonation

Lower nitro percentage

Less power

Higher oil content

May allow engine to be run more lean without damaging engine

Lower oil content

Should be run with a richer mixture setting to avoid engine damage

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