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General control line discussion => Open Forum => Topic started by: Al Ferraro on April 13, 2016, 11:18:01 PM
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It's no secret that the LA .25 piston and liner is of poor quality. Every La .25 engine that has a few flights on it leaks compression when I check it by bringing it up to TDC. I use the La .25 for speed limit combat and it's a good engine but the piston seal keeps getting worst with more use. I contacted Brian about making up some high quality ABC sets for this engine like he did for the Fox .36x. I also heard that the LA.25 Piston and Liners will fit the FP .25 but we would need someone else to confirm this. I alone would order at least 6 sets.
Reply below if you're interested in ordering the ABC piston and liner sets and how many.
Al
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I could use 3 sets.
Steve Lotz
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I'll take two sets.
Gerald Arana
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2 for me.
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I'll take 3 sets . The sooner the better. Thanks AL
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Price?
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The Fox 36X/ST46/OS35/ST60 sets are usually around $115 Australian dollars shipped. The ST51 sets are $130 because of the more detail in the port machining. But this usually includes rod and pin. I'm guessing that you guys wouldn't want the rods or pins? So it would be less $ naturally.
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What port timing would be done? Intended for racing, stunt, ?
Thanks
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I'm good for 2 sets
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(What port timing would be done? Intended for racing, stunt)
I would keep the port timing stock. This engine is a good multi purpose engine, a lot of my friends use it in stunt on a Ringmaster instead of a Fox .35. I use it in Speed Limit combat on a bladder with a 8x4 prop. This engine is easy to needle and it holds it's setting for the 5 minute match and has plenty of power. With Brian's ABC set the engine will use less fuel and give better performance because of the chrome and roundness of his liners. I was told his work is team race quality by someone who knows engines on that level. Because Brian is starting with a clean sheet of paper I would have him make the liner flange .010 thicker than stock to make it more rigid. The new stock engine I have came with a .015 head shim and if you take it out the piston will hit the head. In the past Brian always supplied head shims so if he sends along a .005 head shim to use it will be back to stock spec. clearance. He can also make some liner shims for the guys that want to jack up the timing. I didn't ask Brian yet but it would be nice to have a turbo head button that would sit deeper in the liner and a head clamp too.
Al
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I'll take 3
Tom
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I am in for 2 sets
and as suggested in one of the other threads on Brian's work, willing to send a deposit to help keep Brian from tying up his limited funds to start a project
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Looks like we have numbers. Things are pretty busy at the moment, so production may take a while. Are you guys prepared to wait like usual?
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I am
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Me too neither... to quote Stan Laurel.
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How about sets for the LA 46 as well?
I would be up for 4
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I have an old and well used FP25. Probably not good for getting the pin fit right though. If Al would like to send me an LA25 in good condition I can check for parts compatibility and get the ball rolling on this one.
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That's good news Brian, Ill mail out the LA.25 to you on Monday.
Al
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(If he were to make the bore size slightly smaller we could fit our old pistons when the new piston wears out)
The problem with that is the head will not fit the new piston and liner that Brian will make. Most guys want to upgrade the engine without any machine work. In my engine it was the liner that wore out not the piston. I found this out when I compared it to a new set that I bought from Tower Hobby. I will send a brand new, never run, engine to Brian to check out and to compare it to his FP. So far the only thing that I think should be changed is the flange to be .010 thicker.
Keep the suggestions coming though, it's not too late to make changes as long as it works in all applications.
Al
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Sign me up for 1
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It's no secret that the LA .25 piston and liner is of poor quality. Every La .25 engine that has a few flights on it leaks compression when I check it by bringing it up to TDC. I use the La .25 for speed limit combat and it's a good engine but the piston seal keeps getting worst with more use.
I bought six new LA 25s when I returned to combat in 2006 and have flown them hundreds of times on F2D planes. In ten years I've only had to replace one P&L because of compression issues, and that one still had some life in it. One other LA 25 suddenly developed a bad case of castor gumming during a match a couple years ago (against phil c, I believe) but a dip in the crock pot fixed that one.
These are the only problems I've had with the LA 25, knock on wood. For what it's worth, I've always used Sig Champion 10% nitro with extra oil to bring the total oil to 23%. The extra oil has included 1 ounce per gallon of Randy Smith's Aero-1, with the balance half Klotz and half Sig castor. I religiously clean each motor after use and liberally squirt in plenty of after run oil that is half ATF and half air tool oil. As I recall, set on bladder pressure these LA 25s tach about 15-16k using Schimitar 8-5s or Master Airscrew S-2 8-5s.
Just my $.02 and no criticism implied. Maybe the OS quality has fallen on these P&Ls since 2006.
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Just my $.02 and no criticism implied. Maybe the OS quality has fallen on these P&Ls since 2006.
All of mine (20FP and 25LA) have been completely bulletproof, no issues. Same with 40/46VFs or any other OS ABN engine I have used or seen. I am running them in stunt, but the 20's in particular are running pretty close to as much power as they will develop. They break in rapidly and then just go and go.
That's not to say you shouldn't have an aftermarket ABC liner if you want one, Brian's work is impeccable. But it absolutely is not necessary for stunt and certainly not for durability - assuming the rest of the engine is *left alone*.
And for goodness sake, I would certainly recommend replicating the last version liner *exactly as it comes from OS in all respects*. That's because it's a *stellar* stunt engine stock, and will provide runs better than most people will ever have for the rest of their careers, based on what I have seen over the last 40 years or so. It certainly cannot be significantly improved upon in terms of run quality for stunt by random tinkering or the ministrations of the "head gasket patrol".
Brett
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I was wondering when the rocks would start flying?
About two years ago I bought six LA25s (made in China) so far I'm using four of them in speed limit combat. To start with they were the worst engine I ever ran to break in. They wouldn't hold a needle setting using a bladder for a fuel tank. I only used Power Master 10% Nitro, 22% oil GMA fuel. All the piston and liners felt like they had a tight fit but not really pinching at the top. It wasn't until they really loosened up that they would run steady and needle good on the bladder, but at the same time they wouldn't hold compression at TDC. I've been around engines and have used the LA15 in clown racing which is a great little motor. I also have a 40VF that holds compression too. I started to check every LA that I came across on my friends sport and stunt planes and have yet to find one to hold compression at TDC. Anyway, I just mailed out a new engine today to Brian to measure and compare to see if the LA liners will fit the FP too. From my experience with Brian's ABC piston & liners in the past, I know when we get his ABC set and put them in the LA it's going to be one amazing motor!
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I'll take two for a twin!
I have several LA25' (about 7 at last count) and have found them to be a bit inconsistent. Some are very good and some Not So Much.
All work reasonably well but some are definitely stronger and better running than others.
All of mine were purchased in the early 2000's. Nothing after about 2003. All were converted R/C engines!
Randy Cuberly
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I was wondering when the rocks would start flying?
About two years ago I bought six LA25s (made in China) so far I'm using four of them in speed limit combat. To start with they were the worst engine I ever ran to break in. They wouldn't hold a needle setting using a bladder for a fuel tank. I only used Power Master 10% Nitro, 22% oil GMA fuel. All the piston and liners felt like they had a tight fit but not really pinching at the top. It wasn't until they really loosened up that they would run steady and needle good on the bladder, but at the same time they wouldn't hold compression at TDC.
I am not throwing rocks, but I do see the same thing time after time, where a perfectly good engine suddenly needs all sorts of modifications, while everyone else goes on with it working fine.
Mine took about 15 flights to break in and run correctly, which is pretty much dead consistent with other people's experience. I would suggest, in the future, that you run it on the ground with *all the stock parts* and *the stock venturi* and a *conventional tank* before attempting to convert it to a bladder and whatever you use for a venturi/spraybar. Do a few 5-minute runs with cooling, then hook it up to a 16 ounce clunk tank, set it running, and more-or less walk away from it aside from running the needle in as it loosens up. It is broken in when the front end runs cool - it will be boiling hot on the first 5 runs or so. At least then, you will be separating the problems associated with your conversion and operating conditions from fundamental issues with the engine.
From my experience with Brian's ABC piston & liners in the past, I know when we get his ABC set and put them in the LA it's going to be one amazing motor!
Agreed, no one is debating the quality of Brian's work and it will be great. And it sounds like there is a market for it, to by all means, go ahead. I just hope it is the *stock* version *exactly as it came from the factory*, because that's the one that is known to work well for stunt.
Brett
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yes I intend to give an approximation.
I expect someone will get back to us with a firm price before production starts?
MM
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(I just hope it is the *stock* version *exactly as it came from the factory*)
Like I said before, this is a good multi purpose engine and I want Brian to keep the ports in a stock configuration. The upper liner flange is kind of wimpy at .050. I would like Brian to make the liner flange .060. My new LA .25 came with a .015 head shim. I would want Brian to supply a .005 head shim to use with his liner so the sport and stunt guys will still have the same stock head clearance.
(It is broken in when the front end runs cool - it will be boiling hot on the first 5 runs or so)
This was not my experience because my combat friends had previously schooled me on this. Before my engine was ever run I had a light hone put on the case and the crank polished, all my break in problems were piston and liner related.
It will be nice to have the LA 25 so that when the Circle Marshal says go, I can bounce the prop backwards on compression to get a one flip start.
Al
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Sign me up for 1.
Thanks
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Well sure...
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I'll take 2 sets(or three. Prepaying would be no problem.
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Just my $.02 and no criticism implied. Maybe the OS quality has fallen on these P&Ls since 2006......................
From what I've heard, at least the last LA 46's were made in China. I got a couple LA 25/S engines, the last few Tower Hobbies had on sale. They were made in China. Haven't had any need to run them though. The others are still runniing OK.
A really good new liner and piston/pin would be great!!
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I'm anticipating the shipped price being around $105-$110 Australian. Postage rates have increased $5 but that will include tracking to most countries.
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That's $81 to 85 dollars U.S.
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Guys, I have the sample engine and am doing a comparison between the LA and FP 25. So progress is happpening.
Can everyone who expressed interest above confirm their request before I finalise quantities. I anticipate the price being around $105 to $110 Australian shipped. It will include piston & liner & head shims.
Brian
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I'm still in for 2 sets.
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I don't have any LA 25's but, based on the results of the ST 51 set, that is going to be a killer LA 25!!
It is an absolute shame they can't retrofit the LA 46's.
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confirming 3
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Confirming 3 sets. No rods this time?
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confirming still in for 2
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confirming 2 sets
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I'm in for 8
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confirming 3 sets
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confirming 1 set
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i will take 2 sets
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I'll take 1 set
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Two sets for me
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Thanks for the confirmations. Keep them coming to the guys that have not confirmed based on price.
OK guys, I've been doing some measuring.
The liners are the same between the LA and FP with some porting exceptions:
1. Exh timing is the same
2. The FP has a boost port whereas the LA does not.
3. The transfer timing on the LA is a bit higher than the FP.
4. The FP transfers are angled up whereas the LA transfers are straight.
I used to fill the boost port in the FP which gave a good stunt run. The absence of the boost port and slightly higher timed transfers in the LA explains why it works well as a sport stunt config. The LA piston & liner will retrofit into the FP.
The pistons are the same with the exception the FP piston is cast whereas the LA is fully machined.
The pins are the same
The rods are the same. (I don't see the point of making rods as the motors these would be going in shouldn't need rods yet)
So if you guys are happy to have the LA piston & liner replicated with the suggestion of the slightly thicker flange at the top I'm happy to do so.
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I'm good for 2
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(So if you guys are happy to have the LA piston & liner replicated with the suggestion of the slightly thicker flange at the top I'm happy to do so)
Thanks Brian, I know this is going to be a great upgrade for the LA25 and it's good news that it will fit the FP25 also. Looking forward to getting them and please let me know if you need a deposit.
Al
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One problem I see with this is that my liners may have different thermal expansion rates. So you guys would be guessing on the fit that you would lap the old piston to.
I think that should be investigated because the heads are made for interchangeable manufacture (loose) and the size difference could be less than .001" smaller.
MM
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One problem I see with this is that my liners may have different thermal expansion rates. So you guys would be guessing on the fit that you would lap the old piston to.
No worries Brian, they will work just fine, the OS ones are brass , and if some one had a steel one they would still work, make them the exact same size, not smaller
Randy
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Production has to fit in around other work with the machinist. I can never be sure on delivery times. Often it is 6 months especially for large quantity runs like this one.
Any word on production, will we see them in time to fly this season?
Thanks,
MM
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Confirming for two sets. Do you want a deposit, Brian?
Randy Cuberly
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You're on the list for 2 sets Randy.
I'd rather not take money yet due to the time delays we always have on my sets. I keep records of it all but I don't expect people to be out of pocket for 6 months etc.
Confirming for two sets. Do you want a deposit, Brian?
Randy Cuberly
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Random question: can this guy make LA25 crankshafts...more specifically, reverse-turning ones?
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Not being a smart guy brother Sean.. hit the e-mail link for Brian in Australia and ask him
I have many e-mails back and forth ref the Fox MK IV VI sets, and he is real good at communicating by e-mail
In my research on Brian here, I did not see any mention of doing crank shafts.... but sounds like (to me) he has the resources to do it
PS you still owe me a APO address...grin
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Hey Sean. Can do cranks - if you want 15 of them.
Random question: can this guy make LA25 crankshafts...more specifically, reverse-turning ones?
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Interesting. In several conversations with dad, we talked about doing twins--one that comes to mind being Jack Sheeks's Mosquito--and power them with 2xOS25s, but with counter-rotating props. The big challenge is finding a left-handed crank.
How much for 15 of them, out of curiosity? ;D
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PM sent
Interesting. In several conversations with dad, we talked about doing twins--one that comes to mind being Jack Sheeks's Mosquito--and power them with 2xOS25s, but with counter-rotating props. The big challenge is finding a left-handed crank.
How much for 15 of them, out of curiosity? ;D
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These should be ready in the next month. I'll be contacting everyone on the list for payment after you guys are finished with the nats.
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OK fellas. These will be ready in a couple of weeks so I need to start chasing payment. I'll be sending PM's to everybody on the list in coming days.
Brian
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Thanks Brian, Payment sent.
Al
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I'd like to put out a heartfelt thankyou to all that have paid for their LA25 ABC sets a few weeks in advance.
As some of you know I live on a disability pension these days and do this to keep me occupied and feeling useful. Each production run I do does create a financial strain until paid for.
So thankyou fellas for your support and cooperation.
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Brian,
Didn't see your instant message right away, just sent payment.
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Brian shipped my 36x ABC set to me on 21 July and it took 25 days to get to me 15 Aug...so I think about 3 to 4 weeks may be typical
What I did notice was their international shipping /customs form is a bit more of a PITA to fill out by hand and the cost to Texas was $23 AUD...about 1/4 of the price Brian charged me for the set
I can't imagine Brian is hardly breaking even on these sets, and I am super impressed with the quality
I stuffed my 36x set into a NIB needle bearing version and used the never run factory version in a well worn one I got off e-bay
On the bench I have two nice running old Fox engines
All my current LA 25s are low run time so be a while before I ever use the BG LA 25 ABC set ---but looking forward to adding it to my engine specific repair parts stash
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My humble apologies guys, these are ready to ship out but my dystonia has been totally screwing my productivity these last 2 weeks. I don't work on this stuff when I'm not lucid to prevent mistakes. Please be assured I will be shipping them all out asap.
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I just received my order from Brain and these babies are nice. I cant wait to set up the engine, hoping to have it running by this weekend.
Thanks Brian, hope you are feeling better soon.
Al
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Hi Brian,
My two sets came yesterday. Just opened them today, beautiful. y1
Now I just have to decide whether to put them in "new" engines or used ones!
Also got to get my plane done...............
Cheers, Jerry
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Good to hear guys. Unfortunately I only got half of them posted before I ended up in hospital again. I'm home and my wife will take me to the post office today to get the rest sent.
Edit, All remaining sets that are paid for were posted by my wife today. I will send out tracking numbers shortly.
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Today we put two Gardner ABC LA .25 into Battle and they ran Great! The engines had very little break-in, started right up and ran hard for over five minutes with no problems. The compression is excellent even after the combat match was over. The only problem I ran into was when I went to install the new piston and liner. I could not get the rod on the crank pin so I filed a small 45 degree angle on the bottom end of the crank pin when it was at TDC so I could slip the rod on the crank pin when the piston is at TDC.
Thanks Brian for taking on this project, the quality and fit of these parts are amazing!
Al
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That's great Al. I'm really pleased they are going well for you.
Today we put two Gardner ABC LA .25 into Battle and they ran Great! The engines had very little break-in, started right up and ran hard for over five minutes with no problems. The compression is excellent even after the combat match was over. The only problem I ran into was when I went to install the new piston and liner. I could not get the rod on the crank pin so I filed a small 45 degree angle on the bottom end of the crank pin when it was at TDC so I could slip the rod on the crank pin when the piston is at TDC.
Thanks Brian for taking on this project, the quality and fit of these parts are amazing!
Al
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Mine have been stuck in custom for about 3 weeks now. How long did it take for all of you to get yours?
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I just checked the tracking number Dave and it would appear to be in customs still. Wierd.
Mine have been stuck in custom for about 3 weeks now. How long did it take for all of you to get yours?
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I was watching the tracking number on mine and it got to New York and then just sat there for a while. But it arrived at my house last week. So, I guess you have to have patience. I suppose they are trying to figure out what it is and whether its worth stealing.
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Mine to central Texas arrive just at 2 weeks after Brian gave me tracking number
Other sets I got took 3 weeks
BTW very nice parts
I got a spare rod and wrist pin from Omni on e-bay and put it all away for the day when one of my LS 25s needs a refresh of I acquire a worn out used engine
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Mine have been stuck in custom for about 3 weeks now. How long did it take for all of you to get yours?
Mine came a lot faster than I expected! And it runs great!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jerry
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MM, YOU sir are NOT right!
Of course the .25 LA liner can be a fair guitar slide, but it will sound MUCH better with 10% nitro and a APC 9x4 prop sticking on the front of a BLUE case in front of a 25 OZ Pat Johnston Ring master
Jest sayin
Thanks Brain...great but of kit!
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I put in the ABC unit and it seems I need 3 of the thinner Brian Gardener shims to make that number (but I only have one).
Thanks,
Motorman 8)
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What head shims do you need, I might have something that will work.
Al
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So, how much break in or flying time did you put in before you were happy with a consistent stunt run?
Motorman 8)
Between Jim Vigani and I are using four LA25 with the Gardner kit in speed limit combat. The first one I put together I ran it 4 times on the ground wet 2 cycle on the bladder 2 oz at a time. The other engines I just ran them once on the ground and put it into battle on the same day. I use one head shim that Brain supplied on the stock head because I was twisting the plug elements with out it. I never had a problem with over heating and seizing up like the stock OS piston and liner did, plus I can hot restart it because the Gardner kit holds it compression. Last week Jim and I flew combat at Hershey Pa., it was hot and real humid out. The guys with the stock LA's were getting hot and going over lean it the air and had to set their needle real rich on the ground to get them to fly. I set my needle rich side on peek RPM and let it go. I am really happy with Brian's P&L kits, it turned a piece of S--t into a great engine. I had a friend who is a world competitor and engine expert look at the Gardner P&L kits and said they are team race quality. I would not lap in the engine, just run it with Powermaster GMA 10-22 fuel till its happy.
Al
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The dimensions are as per stock and it is intended that you use the original OS shim. The supplied shim is provision for softening it a bit. Fits and tapers are matched to materials. It should be tight at tdc.
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Hi Brian, there are a few guys asking me for your LA.25 piston and liners. They see how great my engines perform and would like to upgrade. Right now, I have 7 engines using them, 6 in speed limit combat and 1 in my Nobler. What numbers you need to do another run?
Thanks Al
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Minimum of 20 sets - more would be better. I don't remember - did I include rods last time? Need to check if the drawings are still on file - been a long time.
Brian
Hi Brian, there are a few guys asking me for your LA.25 piston and liners. They see how great my engines perform and would like to upgrade. Right now, I have 7 engines using them, 6 in speed limit combat and 1 in my Nobler. What numbers you need to do another run?
Thanks Al
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RC Japan sells piston and liners for the LA 25 and 46. I know it's not ABC but I just ordered a set for my 25.
Total came to less than $30 including shipping
Just a FYI
Jay
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Numbers are building for this, so I'll probably do them early next year.
I'm thinking about porting - I can do similar to what I did for the HP40. 2 slot style boost ports and a window in the piston to feed them. That way you can have the boost port functional in a LA. It won't be a big performance increase as the ports are only as "deep" as the liner thickness. Port timing would be as per original. So stunt suitability won't be altered either.
DO YOU GUYs WANT RODS?
Would that be legal for your speed limit combat?
Brian
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Im in for 4 sets
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Numbers are building for this, so I'll probably do them early next year.
I'm thinking about porting - I can do similar to what I did for the HP40. 2 slot style boost ports and a window in the piston to feed them. That way you can have the boost port functional in a LA. It won't be a big performance increase as the ports are only as "deep" as the liner thickness. Port timing would be as per original. So stunt suitability won't be altered either.
DO YOU GUYs WANT RODS?
Would that be legal for your speed limit combat?
Brian
The boost port would be nice to try, but I would not take the chance of making a whole run of liners and then we might have engine run problems.
Put me down for 4 sets.
Al
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That brings the tally to 16 so far.
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Asking for a friend. What's the count for the Fox 35 run as of now?
That brings the tally to 16 so far.
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Numbers are building for this, so I'll probably do them early next year.
DO YOU GUYs WANT RODS?
Brian
Hi Brian, can you get these in production?
Al
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Al, is this a request for more of the LA .25 piston liners?
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Al, is this a request for more of the LA .25 piston liners?
Yes, Brian just finished a run finished and has been shipping a the latest run of Fox .35 piston/liner sets with rods, and heads and stuffer back plates available also. OS .35-S P&L sets were just before that Fox sets. Contact Brian directly to see where he is at on his list of production. keep in mind that he does these for all kinds of engines and for several other disciplines, and that keeps him busy. You have to watch for postings here and in the different sections, and on FB if you can to keep up. They are well worth the wait.
Type at you later
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Hi Al,
We only ever got to 16 orders on the waiting list.
Honestly I've not been able to keep up with all the requested production runs for the various engines
I guess I could go ahead and do a run of 20 sets. Surely the additional 4 will go easily enough.
I'll try to schedule them in somewhere. (I have ST51 and LA46 to get through next). My physical condition is deteriorating which is requiring more downtime. So apologies in advance that you will be waiting longer for these.
Brian
Hi Brian, can you get these in production?
Al
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Also, just scrolling back through the thread - you guys didn't confirm if you wanted Rods.
I prefer to supply with rods so I am sure of the fits with the piston/pin/and rod. I also fit the pins with the pistons heated to 60 C for better fits when running/hot which again makes it preferable to supply the rod as part of the kit.
Brian
Hi Brian, can you get these in production?
Al
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Hello Brian,
I would like 2 LA25 P/L sets.
Thanks,
Bill
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Brian:
Did you supply them with rods last time? I ordered a set and have them stashed away here (someplace) so thought it would be easier to ask you than to look for them... ;D
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I don't remember.
Brian:
Did you supply them with rods last time? I ordered a set and have them stashed away here (someplace) so thought it would be easier to ask you than to look for them... ;D
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Al, is this a request for more of the LA .25 piston liners?
Yes
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I don't remember.
You did not make new Rods. The stock rod and pin are holding up ok on my combat engines that have a lot of run time on them.
Al
PS: Boost me up to 6 sets, so make the 20 sets. I will cover up to 8 sets if you don't have enough takers.
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Copy that - I won't worry about rods - but I will do pins to ensure correct fits in the pistons.
Brian
You did not make new Rods. The stock rod and pin are holding up ok on my combat engines that have a lot of run time on them.
Al
PS: Boost me up to 6 sets, so make the 20 sets. I will cover up to 8 sets if you don't have enough takers.
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Something that wears out faster than the rod is the nylon pads on the wrist pin and if they go it's not good for the sleeve. The ABC lives so much longer between re-builds it would be nice to have an extra set of pads to put in after x amount of run time.
MM :)
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OK - that's not a problem to include an pair of extra pads with each set.
Or would you guys prefer me to circlip them?
Something that wears out faster than the rod is the nylon pads on the wrist pin and if they go it's not good for the sleeve. The ABC lives so much longer between re-builds it would be nice to have an extra set of pads to put in after x amount of run time.
MM :)
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I'm in for 4 sets.
Tom
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OK - that's not a problem to include an pair of extra pads with each set.
Or would you guys prefer me to circlip them?
Circlips are best but I'm thinking some guys might have trouble putting them in?
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Possibly, but if I supply complete with rods they will come assembled ready to go int motors.
Circlips are best but I'm thinking some guys might have trouble putting them in?
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Brian,
Do you have a site with a price list? Or is it necessary to ask for each item?
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Hi Paul,
I don't have a website anymore (nor the time to make or maintain one)
All ABC sets comprising of piston/liner/rod/pin/shims range between $115 to $135 Australian dollars depending on the complexity of the port machining etc.
Brian
Brian,
Do you have a site with a price list? Or is it necessary to ask for each item?
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Anyone other than me have an interest in reverse rotation crankshaft to work with the ABC P&L sets?
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i am in for one set if i can still get in
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I've added you to the waiting list Bob, They are not started yet so there is time for more people to get on the list.
It's been something like 6 years since I last did them and I'm not entirely confident in my old measurements - so I'm awaiting a good sample LA25 that is on it's way to me. Plus I have other engines in progress at the moment.
Brian
i am in for one set if i can still get in
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Anyone other than me have an interest in reverse rotation crankshaft to work with the ABC P&L sets?
Brian, do you make crankshafts?
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I can - but I need orders for at least 20.
Brian
Brian, do you make crankshafts?
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Hi Brian, can you up my order to 14 piston & liner sets. I entered a combat contest this past weekend and a few guys wanted them after seeing how well my engine runs.
Thanks Al
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OK Al, no problem.
Brian
Hi Brian, can you up my order to 14 piston & liner sets. I entered a combat contest this past weekend and a few guys wanted them after seeing how well my engine runs.
Thanks Al
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Hi Brian, just checking in to see if there is a completion date on the LA .25 piston and liner sets.
Thanks Al
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If there are any spare p/ls in the batch please add 1 set for me - in the UK
Apologies for late response - missed the original call.
Thanks
Ian
Nottm
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Now, you guys know you're not supposed to use these in Brodak Foxberg, right. Easy enough to see that chrome plating through the exhaust port. S?P
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Not too late, I've allowed for extras in the production run.
If there are any spare p/ls in the batch please add 1 set for me - in the UK
Apologies for late response - missed the original call.
Thanks
Ian
Nottm
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They are in progress. No estimate of eta yet really. These are 1 of 7 engines in progress.
Hi Brian, just checking in to see if there is a completion date on the LA .25 piston and liner sets.
Thanks Al
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Now, you guys know you're not supposed to use these in Brodak Foxberg, right. Easy enough to see that chrome plating through the exhaust port. S?P
Seeing the Brass liner would be more obvious.
Putting a Gardner 36x liner in the 35 stunt would be a real game changer. I have a head mod that after running some all caster hides the surgery.
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I am curious as to why - they are stock LA25 timing.
Now, you guys know you're not supposed to use these in Brodak Foxberg, right. Easy enough to see that chrome plating through the exhaust port. S?P