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Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

09-12-2013, 07:35 AM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

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Posted By DeviousDave

If you want it to never come off, you can use...

If you want it to never come off, you can use MT-13, Loc-tite bearing assist might also work if the fuel doesn't attack it.

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

02-02-2012, 10:56 PM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

I've had the chance to put a fair bit of time on an .074 in the last year. It's been a real winner for me even though it hasn't "woken up" like some here say theirs do when the piston/liner fit wears...

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

03-17-2011, 09:28 PM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Not really. If you are playing with smaller props the older engines are said to be a teeny bit faster.

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

08-19-2010, 11:16 PM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

I've got a near new PAW .061 diesel sitting here on my desk that has fantastic compression, and it leaks air when I pull it over slowly too.

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

08-16-2010, 12:14 PM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Sounds normal to me...

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

04-09-2009, 10:56 PM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

For me, it's a question of what my time is worth and what it takes to make me happy. If you enjoy 1/2A's more than larger models or electrics, then keep at it. If you can enjoy modeling without 1/2A...

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

11-08-2007, 11:54 AM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

If you absolutely have to have stock Norvel .074 heads, they do pop up on "That Great Auction Site" now and again...... For $30+ a piece!

If you don't mind a long wait, order a Hypercolor Turbo...

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

11-01-2007, 10:28 AM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Wonder how long it will be before RJL gets the rights and starts making Norvels?:D

I wish it were as simple as calling up the factory and getting more engines for a supplier. When a factory...

Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes

10-30-2007, 05:50 AM

Replies: 538

Sticky Norvel Engine FAQ

Views: 192,570

Posted By DeviousDave

RE: Norvel Engine FAQ

Any Hobby Shop can order you APC props for your motor. They are pretty cheap, so I'd get all of the common sizes:

6-3
5.7-3
5.5-2
5-3

etc.

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