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Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-27-2008, 05:11 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

If you are looking for the manual for a 061, it's posted on the first page of this thread, in post #7; if in search of 049 or 074 part numbers, PM me your mailing address and i will drop them in the...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-19-2008, 12:46 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Andrew and PlaneKrazee, i have found a wealth of information on the forum here, and i am glad that i can contribute, although none of what i have posted is my work.

Apart from the sound files, i...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-17-2008, 12:11 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

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Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-17-2008, 12:08 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

MORE INFORMATION: NORVEL .15 ENGINES

Lots of guys are wondering what is so special about the NORVEL .15 engines. Those who know NORVEL know that our engines are unique, so they see and...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-17-2008, 12:05 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

I have a ½A kit that flies on a Cox engine. How compatible is a NORVEL engine with my kit and field accessories?

Very compatible. The radial mounting holes on a...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-17-2008, 12:03 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Selecting a Radio System for Your .049 or .061 NORVEL Engine

Small radio controlled models have sparked the interest of modelers ever since the transistor was invented. In fact, there were even...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-17-2008, 12:01 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Running a Model Engine in High-Elevation Environments

The main difference between high-elevation and low-elevation is engine compression. As elevation is increased, compression in the engine...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-17-2008, 12:00 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

The following few posts are reserved for additions in the near future; apart from a few other articles, they will contain sound files for norvel engines.
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:58 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Installation and Application of .049 and .061 NORVEL Engines

A. Introduction

Engine mounting is important. The engine must be firmly mounted to your model in a manner that will not come...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:48 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting: .049 - .061 Engine Won't Even Pop

You own a NORVEL .049 or .061 engine, and you are having trouble getting the engine to pop or to show signs of starting....
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:35 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Fuel Tank Systems for .049 and .061 NORVEL Engines

A. Standard fuel tanks

1. Metal tanks

Metal fuel tanks are still available, and work well in free-flight and control-line models....
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:25 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Setting the Needle Valve

It is important to learn how to set the needle valve correctly on any engine. An understanding of how an engine is running, and what the needle's effects are is vital to...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:22 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Selecting Fuel and Propellers for .049 and .061 NORVEL Engines

The basics of fuel and propeller selection are that the .049 and .061 NORVEL engines are optimized for running in the range of...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:20 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

NORVEL Engine feels too tight

NORVEL engines are well known for tightness when new.

First, it's important to be sure the engine is well lubricated. Since time elapses between factory...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:14 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Starting a NORVEL .049-.061 Engine

Introduction

Starting and running a brand new model airplane engine for the first time can be a frustrating experience, especially if you don't know the...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 11:06 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

NORVEL Glossary of Model Engine Terms

AAO Ceramic Seal

A new cylinder/piston technology used on NORVEL .15 engines. AAO means (Aluminum piston, Aluminum cylinder, coated with Oxide). Oxide...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Unfortunately, .doc or .mp3 is not supported here, so i will copy and paste all the articles over the next few days. The engine sounds will need to be hosted on some other website, though.
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 08:01 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Andrew,

I will have all articles posted within the next few days; i just need some time to organise them, so that access is as convenient as possible. All are stored in MS word, but i don't know...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-16-2008, 05:06 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 192,574
Posted By redbird340

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Entropy, pm me your email address and i will forward you a bunch of articles that i copied off the old Norvel webpage. They all tackle a range of problems, from breaking-in to fine tuning. I also...
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