Nitro fuel and glow plugs

[@Malevolent502]

Older video, but your vids have helped me learn so much. I am new to nitro and have been loving tinkering and tuning. Traxxas Slayer 3.3, running Sidewinder on road 20% and no issues so far. I've been looking at these exact LC3 glow plugs, so I appreciate the info!

[@thebug4046]

Hey man glad to hear! And sidewinder is great fuel. We run the pro blend 30% and it rocks! The OS LC plug will give you better tuning stability and last a good long time over the Traxxas plugs 💯

[@large12see]

Great video and a nice easy explanation! I just bought a T-Maxx 2.5 and have all kinds of heat problems. I bought 3 extra of the recomended glow plugs and the super special Traxxas fuel (20%), did the break in procedure but she runs hot. I have the tune set up pretty fat, 1/16 - 1/4 turn richer than the factory, out of the box break in tune, but it still gets crazy hot. Traxxas says that if the engines runing above 270 that you need to punch some holes in the body and I may still do that but I will certianly take your advice from this video also. 144 likes and no dislikes can't be wrong!! Thanks again!!

[@thebug4046]

Get rid of the Traxxas fuel. It will be your problem. It has 18% oil witch is hard on your engine and also needs very lean tuning because the oil takes up fuel volume and will make it sensitive and run hotter. Run a 20 or 30% nitro with no more than 12% oil! Less oil takes richer tuning runs cooler and performs better. It doesn't hurt engine life as they try to tell you. At 10% oil is 12.8oz oil per gallon. Plenty there. And the the 2.5 seems to like to run a little warmer for whatever reason. Also don't tune by Temperature! Tune till running and performing its best!

[@RC-Flight]

Thanks for the great info! I'm enjoying your many videos. 🇨🇦

[@thebug4046]

Thanks for watchin! Vancouver!

[@olivierplayer1633]

yes these LC3 are the best for big 50 monstertruck motors , manual says N3 hot all year long .

[@Rc-Mad-Ness]

Awesome video ordered me some asap for my trx 1.5 pro thanks for clearing that up for me 👌👍🏻

[@thebug4046]

No worries you will really like these plugs 💯

[@nitroluver4l591]

Yeah sometimes I wonder what people do to these engines to go through plugs like candy. I bought 4 plugs for my Dynamite .28. Still using the first one and it's been through about a quart and it still glows fine

[@thebug4046]

Usually excessive lean tuning is what kills them pretty quick I had some guys saying yeah I go through a plug every quart of fuel I'm doing pretty good I'm like no you're not! Lol

[@mendo_cat7075]

Awesome channel dude, heard about you through hybrid's channel. Got yourself a new subscriber

[@thebug4046]

Thanks for watchin! He is a awesome guy if you go back to comments tell him I said thank you very much !!

[@713Ace529]

lol. that's funny 11:45 - is like If I drink x beer I can't go back to drink what I used to. lol

[@christianmaldonado3367]

Appreciate your videos !

[@thebug4046]

Thanks for watchin!

[@GCTV88]

I run sidewinder off-road formula blue 20% motors are perfect one way bearings don’t get gummed up tune holds great fuel plan to get 30% after I finish off this gallon

[@thebug4046]

It's dam good fuel for sure! It's all we run here 💯👌🏻

[@rubenmejia4881]

Ooo you heard about the bones brew nice! I might give it a try soon since Byrons got decommissioned I hear many great things. I still got a gallon of 30% and a quart of the 25% sealed of the Byrons. In terms of plugs those HSP plugs are trash I always throw them out don't even bother. Also decommissioned now I ran McCoy's-59 hot plugs, I've never had it fail. I'd platinum iridium is the way to go.

[@thebug4046]

That's it man 100%

[@madrich2018]

New to your channel. Good information it's helping me I run C1 torco 20% never knew the oil content but I looked it up after watching your videos and it says 14% so I guess the next time I get fuel I got to get something with lower oil content. I run it in my 3.3 2wd slash and losi 8ight with the 427 engine. And use hsp n3 and n4 plug.

[@thebug4046]

Swap out for os plugs i have had several hps plugs let go and damage pistons and sleeves torco used to be awful it used to separate and had a petroleum oil in it that left lots of carbon behind didn't last long around here im sure they have fixed it by now but yes 14% is to much you will get better temperatures and tuning with say 10 or 9% oil

[@madrich2018]

@@thebug4046 yeah I'm going to order 2 plugs to try. But I have been using the same hsp n3 for 20-25 tanks. I also stopped using the ezstart, when I was using the ezstart on the 3.3 it would go through plugs crazy fast. Do you know if the lc3 is good for the 427? The manual recommends McCoy mc59. But everywhere they say it is discontinued

[@thebug4046]

@@madrich2018 the lc3 is the same as a mc59 and they will last gallons that's why I don't run hps plugs you spend more replacing them then running

[@NitroFreak]

great vid as always tnx for popping in the live feed earlier tonight bro keep up the great work

[@thebug4046]

No problem man I couldn't sick around long

[@NitroFreak]

@@thebug4046 all good bro the fact you popped in to say hell was enough for me as always brother

[@thebug4046]

@@NitroFreak right on man I will always pop in

[@gizmogizmo3402]

i run a k5.9 manual says use cold or medium cold, but i find it runs a helluva lot better with a hotter plug

[@thebug4046]

A hotter plug will be more efficient with a basher engine run a medium or medium hot

[@markscotchford4159]

No nonsense. Like it. Maybe you feel better now as well. :-)

[@Saddletramp1200]

I have about a qt left for my TMAXX. A nitro drone would rock!

[@HairBandDan]

OK, so I just found your page. I commented the other day. I just bought a brand new Traxxas slash with a 3.3 and I bought an extra Traxxas glow plug and buy extra top fuel 20% so should I go ahead and use all that and then change to tc4 glow plug and sidewinder fuel. all I’m doing with. It is driving around my yard and ripping it up and down the street. It’s literally four days old. Thanks in advance.

[@thebug4046]

Yeah you can use all that stuff first and then switch later if you want heads up to you. Just give your engine a preheat will be easier on it and will start easier. Go with the pro blend 30% and os lc4 glow plug it will run a ton better then the Traxxas stuff 💯

[@HairBandDan]

@@thebug4046 thanks so much

[@williamkeeling3481]

My local shop stocks vp 20 percent 9 percent oil and traxxas I kinda just run what ever I can get cus fuel is scarce around here let alone prices on line are crazy for having it shipped

[@thebug4046]

My hobby shop stopped selling Traxxas fuel when people figured out how shitty it is so we get sidewinder pro blend now much better

[@DrewVlogs9797]

Thanks for all the knowledge 🙏

[@thebug4046]

No problem

[@NerfCraft]

Just recently bought some Sidewinder fuel from my LHS for my T-maxx 3.3. Went with that cause it was pretty cheap at $35 a gallon for 20%. Now in the store I thought it said it was 12% oil, but I must have misread it cause when I got home and went to fuel up the truck, I realized it's actually 16%. It had me a bit worried with that much oil content, but the engine tunes well, lots of smoke from the exhaust, plenty of power for wheelies, pretty good speed, and the engine hasn't been hotter than 220F at the glow plug. It is winter where I'm at right now and temps are usually in the 30s but I figure even in 90 degree summer weather it'd probably be topping out around 270, maybe a bit warm, not sure. I do notice though that this fuel seems to leave a bit of residue in the tank, which I haven't seen from other fuels, kinda strange but I'm guessing it's got to do with that high oil content. Anyway, I end up not liking it I can always switch fuels and retune accordingly, probably go back to Torco 20%, but having cheap fuel locally is really nice.

[@thebug4046]

Yeah 16% oil is to much and it's very messy

[@Hardy_boy1]

Great video

[@ericniestedt304]

Great Video, so my question is that i am running top fuel and after watching your video, between, VP , sidewinder and Byron fuel, which one would you choose, i am new to the nitro word.

[@thebug4046]

Byron's is out of business unfortunately. Run with VP or sidewinder avoid the basher blends as they have to much oil. Keep your oil 12 or less for example 20% nitro 10% oil

[@arturos.l.2248]

I've been using traxxas glow plugs, I have mine tuned a little richer and it runs great, only problem is that I can't even get through a tank of fuel without the plug burning its coil. The plugs look almost perfect even after they fail. What is happening :(

[@thebug4046]

One of the reasons is the plugs you're using are very cheap they don't last they used to be good quality but they're not anymore I got some a while ago and had the same problem they just last maybe 1 or 2 tanks that's it. Switch to the lc3 plug it's 1000% better! And also What engine and how old ?and what fuel,? Oil and nitro %%?

[@arturos.l.2248]

@@thebug4046 the fuel I'm using is vp 20% and 9% oil. I think I'll give those lc3 hot plugs a try. Thanks man

[@thebug4046]

@@arturos.l.2248 no worries! And open your high speed a tad as well

[@falgianibrandon]

I buy higher oil content fuels for my vintage plane engines cause that’s what’s recommended it’s not for idiots. There is a purpose for it jagoff

[@akrider174]

Thanks for the info. One question does nitro content ie..33% have anything to do with heat range like colder for higher , hotter for lower. Or just keep med/ hot no matter nitro content? Thanks

[@thebug4046]

Run the same plug don't bother changing anything if you're having good luck with it already and watch out with 33% it often has 16% oil or higher and is really not any benefits to it a 30% Nitro with 9% oil will do far better with tuning and performance as well as running cooler.

[@akrider174]

Well I checked have Byron’s 30/9 and VP 30/9 bought a novarossi bonito today. So I’ll try your method but with a turbo plug. Thanks again

[@thebug4046]

@@akrider174 make sure to run the correct turbo plug as novarossi used a different taper then other engines. I believe reds racing turbo plugs will work. Ps im sure you already know you can't use a turbo plug on a standard plug engine.

[@craigjones2015]

I saw something on rc tec higher nitro cooler plug.. lower nitro hotter plug. A hotter plug with higher nitro can cause pitting on piston or pre detonation

[@thebug4046]

It can in some engines if they are not set up for it. Some engines are set up with an ultra hot plug with 30%

[@tomlewis5858]

Another good video. What’s your thoughts of synthetic only rc fuels. In the past I’ve always run blended caster/synthetic but in the uk opti fuel is very popular but Synthetic only.

[@thebug4046]

Synthetic is fine I like a Castor synthetic blend better

[@cyclicracer]

Very nice video. So should I use a hot plug in most of my rcs? Since I mostly bash. And for my few racers, I should run a cold? None of them specify in the manual. I like to run OS 8s in my short plug engines and the lc3s in my standard plug engines. Should I switch over to cold or something?

[@thebug4046]

No point in running cold plugs unless specifically needed And medium to hot plugs are absolutely fine if you just bashing the OS8 is absolute perfect in any short reach engine or the lc3 in any long reach engine or LC4

[@sts.556]

me to my plug last a long time , when i first started nitro i would a lot replace

[@hpiedsavageed7608]

The vp nitro fuel is flawless! Even the race version is better!

[@cheezyrider1111]

Just bought 2 quarts of the vp race 20/9... can’t wait to burn it lol

[@thebug4046]

@@cheezyrider1111 you won't be disappointed

[@redbandit8086]

anything vp makes is good thats all i run

[@hubertprather7528]

I'm a new into owner just bought a older rc 10 nitro stadium truck was wondering any advice at what I need to change new before running

[@Mar-qt2xx]

Do you run the LC3 in your dynamite .19? I just ordered a new engine to replace the 3.3 thats been a pain and now looking for a plug. Thank you for the awesome videos!

[@thebug4046]

Yes I do ! Thanks for watchin!

[@Mar-qt2xx]

Thanks for the reply man! Also can you give me guidance on breaking in the dynamite 19? I am used to the 3.3s. I know you dont like to do it but it would sure help me out man! Even carb settings would be helpful!

[@thebug4046]

@@Mar-qt2xx Follow the atom Drake break in method on KZbin

[@nhansme]

Very useful content 👍👍 Which OS glow plug would you recommend for sh18 and sh21 engines?Running 20% fuel

[@thebug4046]

I believe they take a standard plug you can run the os LC3 or LC4 see what you like better

[@nhansme]

Thanks bro!!! Appreciate it

[@thebug4046]

@@nhansme no problem

[@HondaHerb]

So brand new 3.3 motor i bought is having glow plug issues .. it is leaking/bubbling gas around the threads of glowplug in the head. I've changed multiple glowplugs already to see if it would stop and nope.. and YES I have the washer on and tight im scared to go any tighter now cause deff will strip it and still leaking.. just bought car so shouldn't be doing this ..

[@gregclarke3157]

Just new to rc question is y does my glow plugs keep breaking 😒aye use 16% fuel and do off road 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@thebug4046]

tuning excessively lean And are you using too much after run oil follow my videos I explained all of this

[@blameusa7082]

lol when i learningto tune. still am... i burning up a plug every run lol, runs great and fast but the plugs keep dieing lol

[@thebug4046]

Running to lean if you are eating plugs that fast. Or the engine has really bad crank walk and needs bearings and a new connecting rod

[@2012Bougie]

Thanks do you know the best med or hot glow plugs for: the axial 28, F4.6, and SH28 ?

[@thebug4046]

If they are a short reach engine the OS 7 Or 8

[@2012Bougie]

@@thebug4046 thanks buddy

[@thebug4046]

@@2012Bougie no problem

[@NeighborsNexus]

I run VP Master Basher 20% Nitro 14% oil and run LC3 glow plugs in my .26. I don’t know what the phuq I’m doing I’m just following the manufacturer’s recommendations😂.

[@thebug4046]

The plug is fine the oil is a bit high but it will be fine. Basher fuel isn't needed it's basically for people that don't know what they are buying.

[@NeighborsNexus]

⁠I will look at some other VP nitro fuels then. Thank you for your time.

[@thebug4046]

@@NeighborsNexus the 20/9 race blend is awesome tunes better and runs cooler than the basher fuel

[@NeighborsNexus]

@ I was just going to let you know that’s what I will grab next. Thanks for the help.

[@thebug4046]

@@NeighborsNexus no worries buds

[@daveettel4750]

I'm surprised President black face hasn't ban nitro yet 😂

[@thebug4046]

Oh man I would be pissed but at least I can burn 0% if all goes down the toilet

[@daveettel4750]

@@thebug4046 they have pretty much ban all 2 strokes here in the commie run USA 😆

[@daveettel4750]

@@thebug4046 I love the commentary on your videos, very entertaining and informative 👍👍

[@thebug4046]

@@daveettel4750 haha thanks man will be a few new videos coming up soon here

[@rcmirza70]

I want to know to you .there is no available nitro fuel in Pakistan,so plz recommended to me ,which i use for my nitro truggy hongonr x1 crt fc 32 engine and also which glow plug i use sh 28 and fc 32 engine?

[@thebug4046]

For fuel mix 1quart methanol to 4oz castor oil. That will give you 10% oil no nitro needed.. Both engines will use the same OS LC3 GLOW PLUG

[@thebug4046]

I have other videos about making fuel with no nitro

[@rcmirza70]

@@thebug4046 other option without lc3 can i use os8 or os6 ?

[@thebug4046]

@@rcmirza70 wrong plug. The os 8 7 6 plugs are short reach plugs! I have video on that

[@roberttroxell7823]

bought vp fuel 30/9 and it works great!

[@thebug4046]

Vp fuel is great they just don't sell it around here anymore for whatever reason just avoid the master basher stuff to much oil and don't tune all that good

[@roberttruesdell6151]

@@thebug4046 I have a gallon of the master Basher Is it really that bad? Running it in my Blok .21 aM & aP engines with OS Turbo P3 Plugs

[@thebug4046]

@@roberttruesdell6151 it's not as bad as Traxxas fuel that's for sure.. BUTT! When you done switch to a different mix a 30/9 would be great

[@roberttruesdell6151]

@@thebug4046 what’s the main difference. Always used a higher oil content for engine longevity.

[@thebug4046]

@@roberttruesdell6151 people think more oil is better and it's not. It's actually harder on your engine and makes them run leaner and hotter! Keep in mind. 10% oil is 12.8oz oil per gallon! And 50:1 gas mix is only 2% oil so you can see that 8 9 10 oil %%% is more then enough i have engines run at 8% oil that are in the 20 gallon area and some are 20 years old! Now that being said old ABN engines need higher Castor oil content to keep the piston and sleeve happy

[@cheezyrider1111]

Thanks for the vid bro!

[@thebug4046]

No problem

[@craigjones2015]

They make 30/12 on sidewinder

[@thebug4046]

Yup we run the 30/10

[@johngreen5837]

When do you get to add commercials so you start getting paid?

[@thebug4046]

I'm have no idea probably never since there is a few cus words in them

[@davidmayberry9335]

I use sidewinder 30% its great stuff

[@iman80skid91]

So is the percentage the percentage of oil

[@thebug4046]

Keep your oil 12% or less 20 or 30% nitro is fine

[@Southwest.rc.bashers]

Thanks for the info 👍

[@Matthew_Does_To_Many_Things]

I think I’ll buy some of the O.S Lc3 hot glow plugs for my 3.3 The best prices are on eBay from what I’ve been looking at. So when I burn through my traxxas plugs I’ll go with these

[@thebug4046]

Exact same as what I run in my 3.3 and it performs and tunes the best and does not run hot either regardless of what people think or say

[@hunterdurst4571]

I’ve been running VP 20/9 blend if I switch to a 25/9 blend do I have to shim the head anymore on my 3.3? Or is it fine I have the .030 copper shim.

[@thebug4046]

Nope. They are set to run up to their 33% nitro without issue. Ps avoid 33% fuel as it often has a lot more oil and doesn't tune well and runs hot. Stick with 20/9 25/9 30/9 fuels just retune as needed and you will be absolutely fine 👌🏻

[@hunterdurst4571]

@@thebug4046 awesome!! Thanks a lot man, I really appreciate it!!!!!

[@thebug4046]

@@hunterdurst4571 no worries! Also I'm sure you figured out but OS LC3 plugs in your Traxxas engines will be the best

[@hunterdurst4571]

@@thebug4046 for sure that’s all I run in my Traxxas motors now.

[@thebug4046]

@@hunterdurst4571 sweetness

[@Tbbastiant]

Hey man I need help! I got Kyosho KE21R engine, can I use LC3 glow plug on my engine? I got no problem with my OS A3 glow plug on 25% nitro. But when i try 0% homebrew fuel my car won't run, the engine can start but won't run. Is it okay if I use long reach glow plug on my engine? Anyway, i like youe videos man. Thanks

[@thebug4046]

You can't use a LC3 in a kyosho engine it is to long and you can damage the engine. And if you have made your fuel the right way with high purity methanol or race grade it shouldn't be an issue now keep in mind 0% fuel needs to be tuned leaner more than likely you are having a tuning problem or low quality methanol that has ethanol or water in it

[@Tbbastiant]

@@thebug4046 i use hardware store methanol, it says 99,9% pure methanol. Or maybe i just have to work on my tuning again. Thanks for your help man, its so helpful! Cheers

[@thebug4046]

@@Tbbastiant The stuff you get from the hardware store isn't always pure it could have up to 15% water or even 50% ethanol added to it it's always hit and mess sometimes it works sometimes not. I will get a bottle thst will work fine and another that the engine will barely even start. Just save the headache and get store bought fuel or race grade methanol.

[@Tbbastiant]

@@thebug4046 UPDATE! After a lot of tuning now my car can run. But I have to tune it very lean, and the idle must be open wider. Thanks for your awesome videos man, thats realy help a lot!

[@thebug4046]

@@Tbbastiant that's normal because you have no nitro witch Carries its own oxygen

[@NoTekRc]

where do you get the 25% sidewinder off road blend in canada?

[@thebug4046]

My hobby shop has it

[@NoTekRc]

@@thebug4046 around here we get the 20% pink stuff with 12% oil. Work's good. Their website shows a blue 20% with 9% oil. Can't find it in Ontario.

[@thebug4046]

@@NoTekRc I run 20/12 a lot are selection in the Vancouver area suckz! Lol

[@jason28w]

can you run the A3 plugs in a 3.3 or the .19 ? asking because i have a bunch of them

[@thebug4046]

os LC3 or LC4 only That's why was explaining that in the video not to use short plugs in your 3.3 or 19

[@vwbros3962]

I can't find the dynamite had for trax pro .15 engine

[@thebug4046]

www.ebay.com/itm/152187629030

[@thebug4046]

Right here

[@wrc2044]

helo just a quick question here: im currently running 16% optimix which has 15% oil, idk if thats too much or not. I am however tempted to switch over to their race version fuel which has 10% oil instead, but it said on the description that is purposely designed for race engines and shouldn't be used on any rtr engines. So should i switch fuel or not?

[@thebug4046]

The engine doesn't know any different. And you really don't want anything past 12% oil it has no benefits other than running leaner. 10% oil is perfect

[@wrc2044]

@@thebug4046 thks really helped me make that decision!

[@mjl3490]

plug temp dictates timing. higher nitro fires in advance of TDC.

[@thebug4046]

Yup

[@nitrodude3592]

bruh I just bought 2 quarts of Traxxas 33%... I use to run 20% 16% Byron and I was like hmm the oil content might be a bit high because the idle sounds a bit grumbly. Now im in for a treat. Maybe the higher nitro content will help? I cant believe i didnt check the oil content smh...

[@thebug4046]

The 33% is 20% oil return it and get something better or order bones brew Top fuel has so much oil it's basically just aeroplane fuel it tunes horribly runs very lean and hot because of that the extra 3% isn't gonna help you with anything Grab yourself a good 30% with 9% oil It will tune amazing run cooler and overall be better for your engine Anything above 12% is a complete waste of time and money with 0 benefits to be had other than harder tuning Top fuel is made a very poor ingredients

[@thebug4046]

I have a group on Facebook nitro/diesel/gas rc and more if you want second opinions or help just answer the 2 questions and I will ad you

[@nitrodude3592]

@@thebug4046 Thank you for the invitations, but sorry I don't have Facebook... But at least I know next time to not get Top Fuel.

[@thebug4046]

@@nitrodude3592 you should make an account just with 2 or 3 people on it my group is very chill and lots of really awesome people no bullshit kinda place i run a tight ship and we give the best advice possible for people to learn and enjoy the hobby and not fight it

[@willkeeling8894]

I run vp 20 percent nitro 9 percent oil race blend it's pretty decent fuel

[@thebug4046]

Great stuff

[@willkeeling8894]

My local shop sells the race blend master basher and traxxas🤮

[@thebug4046]

@@willkeeling8894 if you live in the United States you can order bones brew right to your door 3 gallons for 95$

[@kawiman31]

8% oil,,,,love it...engines run wayyy better

[@thebug4046]

Definitely

[@ironhead320]

Can you get vp fuels there

[@thebug4046]

every so often I come across it maybe once a year if I'm lucky

[@ironhead320]

@@thebug4046 ok that's what I use works good for me 9%oil

[@thebug4046]

@@ironhead320 Don't change a thing man keep on doing what you're doing that's a great fuel and a perfect percentage you don't need anymore then that. 💯🍻

[@nothinyaseehere9449]

Can you do a video about the word about bud?

[@thebug4046]

??

[@supermeganuke5705]

I'm confused with all this I used ran a gallon of traxxas fuel through breakin and it ran normal it tuned pretty easy and then I ran about a quart of Byron's through my engine and I started having running issues I ran it at the dunes and it was 4.5 turns out on the high speed needle and it stopped and wouldn't run again so I didn't drive it for a few months and it was a bitch to start and before even after sitting for months it never had issues starting even in the winter time it would start within 5 seconds cold and this is all a trx3.3 also the Byron's fuel made it run the same temp as the traxxas fuel also my motor seems like it has an air leak now

[@thebug4046]

Tuning by temperature means absolutely nothing run the exact same plug recommended switch fuel and enjoy tune until it's running its best and leave it. Keep your oil under 12% avoid Traxxas fuel or higher oil fuel you will be fine

[@supermeganuke5705]

@@thebug4046 I've always tuned by engine performance and at this moment I can't run my tmaxx because my ez start battery stopped working so I need to order a new one sadly

[@thebug4046]

@@supermeganuke5705 ditch the ez and grab a pull start

[@supermeganuke5705]

@@thebug4046 I had one but I tossed it 😭 I was gonna use it

[@thebug4046]

@@supermeganuke5705 sonic tronics glow igniter 2.5" ans a pull start