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Saying things like this: "You can't make your own glow fuel because it is dangerous and unreliable for the RC car." is a lazy answer.
Firstly - while it is dangerous, its no more so than the chemicals you have under your kitchen sink.
Secondly - Once you get to know the nitro engine you're using, its far MORE reliable to mix your own stuff than to rely on the often poor quality control, and pre-packaged nitro percentages that takes place with hobby shop shelf fuels.
Please note - the initial outlay of expense is high, because pure nitro is NOT cheap, and you'll spend as much on shipping (its a hazmat) as you will on the product itself, if you're not close to a depot for it.
with that said - i make my own in 2-5 gallon batches, and the cost breakdown is approximately 10.00 per gallon. Hobby shelf stuff is 12-15.00 per QUART. A single gallon of nitro will create up to 5 gallons of "glow fuel" - when ordering nitro you can get it in many sizes, including by the gallon. Its more cost effective, the more you buy, but don't make a ton of mix.... if you don't get around to using all of it for a year, the mix will have absorbed water by then and will not be good.
The main ingredients are:
- Methanol - this makes up 65-75% of the mix, so you'll need the appropriate amount.
- Nitromethane - this makes up 15-25% of the mix - or more if you're into RC planes, and such which require a "hotter" fuel.
- Castor oil - nitro RC engines are two stroke, and thus need the oil to be mixed in with the fuel. There is no separate oiling system - it relies on the fuel for lubrication.
Keep in mind that the ratios are just that... go for a higher nitromethane formula, and you have a lower percentage of methanol and castor oil in a given volume.
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What is a gas Rc?
Not "Gas". Almost all RC aircraft, boats, and cars catagorised as "Gas" actually run on a methanol based fuel known as Glow fuel. Instead of a spark plug, a glow plug, a red-hot metal coil ignites the fuel. On some large scale models, actual gasoline engines are used.
What do most RC cars use to drive their motors?
Most RC cars use Nitro RC fuel to drive their motors.
Do you have to have a glow plug for your RC car?
Nitro or petrol powered ones yes, but electric ones no. Basically if the fuel is a flammable liquid you have to have a glow plug
What fuel do you use with RC cars?
If it is NITRO powered you use anywhere from 20% nitro fuel to 33% nitro fuel. Traxxas top fuel is the best fuel for nitro cars.
How are petrol rc cars different from regular rc cars?
Regular RC cars are generally electrically powered by batteries whereas petrol RC cars run on a fuel as they have a small engine. The other main difference between the two is performance. A petrol RC car will be able to go much faster than a standard electric RC car.
Where can you get RC cars fuel?
Contact no: 9524377290dhineshindia.rc car fuelROTOROL3 LITERS WITH 2O% NITRO......
What companies make Nitro RC cars?
There are many companies that make Nitro RC cars. These companies include: Hobby Town USA, Traxxas, Exceed RC, and many other big businesses. The best Nitro RC car company is Traxxas. They have the best RC cars available but are very expensive.
What are some of the different models of RC Cars for sale at Hobby Tron?
Some different models of RC Cars for sale at Hobbtron are: Nitro RC Cars, Electric RC Cars, Drift RC Cars, RC Car Bundles, Fast RC Cars, Brushless RC Cars, Mini RC Cars, Remote control cars, Radio control cars.
What is the use of a cheap nitro RC car?
A cheap nitro remote control car can allow you to get into the hobby of RC cars easily as the cars can be quite expensive. Once you have your cheap nitro RC car, fuel will be your biggest expense.
Where can one purchase electric RC cars online?
You can purchase Electric RC Cars online at Hobby Tron. They have many to choose from including - Nitro RC Cars, Fast RC Cars and Cheap RC Cars. Raden Tech also sells RC Cars including Collectible Licensed RC Cars.
Where do you go to go gas for a RC car and how much is it?
you don't use gas you use nitro methaneThe actual gas is called Nitro methane. 20% nitro fuel is a good all around fuel for nitropowered rc cars
Where can one purchase RC drift cars?
You can buy RC drift cars at the website called KYOSHO, they have the best cars in the market! You can find excellent quality cars there. The RC drift cars are not just a "toy" they are really expensive.
