If your nitro RC is equipped with an electric start system just give it a few quick jumpstarts to make sure that the oil is thoroughly lubricating the internal parts. If it isn't equipped with an electrical start system a few tugs on the manual pull start cord will do the trick.
Adding After-Burn Oil to a Nitro RC
By Michael James, About.com
Add After-Burn Oil to Cylinder
Add a few drops of after-burn oil for lubrication.
Photo © M. James
It takes just a few drops of after-burn oil to lubricate your nitro engine. Put those drops down the cylinder head where you removed the glow plug.
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- What You Need
- Remove the Glow Plug
- Remove the Glow Plug Washer
- Add After-Burn Oil to Cylinder
- Reinstall the Glow Plug
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