Diesel mix for model aeroplane engine

Diesel mix for model aeroplane engine

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Plug65

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4 posts

185 months

Thursday 18th December 2008
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I posted the following on the General Gassing section and was helped and directed to this section.

I have an old 1.5cc Elfin diesel model aeroplane engine that I would like to get going again. I recall that the required components for the fuel mixture were Caster oil, Paraffin and Ether. I have lost the notes that reminded me of the proportions of each component.
Can anyone help with the proportions or suggest an alternative fuel mixture?
Also, is Ether still available and where from?

Plug65

PS.It was suggested (in GG section) equal parts of each component. Everyone happy?

Plug65

Original Poster:

4 posts

185 months

Friday 19th December 2008
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Thanks for all that info, I will follow up your leads. Who knows, I might be able to bring back all those old memories AND smells!!!

Cheers
Plug65