don't know what engine to get!!

Posted: Sat Sep 06, 2003 3:06 pm Post subject:

I did get a Roto-Start for it, but I do prefer pullstart for the reason that you don't have to carry extra batts and the starting wand around all the time.

I have already broken the factory pullstart for the Picco, and I haven't even got a full tank through it yet! It seems that the hex doesn't engage the pullstart enough and may be putting a side load on the pullstart causing an uneven load on the spool, making the spool break. I would think that about 3-5 mm of spacers on the hex may allow the pullstart to take the load better and last a little longer.

Posted: Sat Sep 06, 2003 4:07 pm Post subject:

can you use the rotostart to break in the picco? i'm sorry if i sound like a noobie. i guess i am hehe Laughing

Posted: Sat Sep 06, 2003 9:39 pm Post subject:

roto start.. picco NO WAY.. you will break the 1 way bearing housing due to flooding..

Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2003 1:49 am Post subject:

dooooh i just got the rotostart last weekend! S-25 it is!

Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2003 8:51 am Post subject:

Keep your old .21bb engines for fun and just get a Force .25 from ultimate hobbies for $109. The S.25 has almost identical output figures and the Force is a tried and true rock solid performer. Sending your old engine and $100 dollars PLUS shipping is a horrible deal when you consider the Force at $109. I'm of the opinion that the S-25 is nothing but a primped and polished Force 25 anyway. Thats my opinion.

Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2003 11:47 am Post subject:

i saw this in the HPI forums on the S-25. It has a little more HP than the force 25 w/ composite carb and a better heatsink.

Size: .25
Horsepower: 2.5 @ 29,000
Maximum RPM: 38,000
Heatsink Head: Machined Billet Aluminum (purple anodized)
Case: Black Heatsink Coating
Carburetor: Composite
Carb Adjustments: High and Low
Connecting Rod: Dual Bushing
Construction: ABC

The S-25 engine is manufactured for us by Force to our specifications. There are significant differences between the S-25 and the Force 25. Most notable are: billet aluminum head, composite carb, dual con-rod bushings. That means the S-25 will have better cooling, better hot-temp performance, easier hot-temp restarting, and longer con-rod life. We have also simplified the carb by eliminating the Mid-Speed needle for easier tuning.

The engine exchange program for the S-25 will begin in the middle of September.

NOTE: All manufacturers test their engines differently so it is almost meaningless to compare numbers between brands. HPI relies on the engine manufacturer to give us the ratings.

Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2003 4:14 pm Post subject:

Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 3:13 am Post subject:

i've read all the posts about the wasp and picco but if they are the same engine, why is the wasp cheaper?!?!? i saw it for 154 when the picco is 189. I went to a store today and they said 1 mth for the picco, 4 days for the wasp.

Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 7:17 am Post subject:

i think the wasp has a cast head on it..???
jamie..

Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 8:42 am Post subject:

paying for the name... picco vs orion is completly different companies with 2 completly different known qualities.. so that extra for a picco is for the name..

Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 11:27 pm Post subject:

got my picco! same price as the wasp at ultimate hobbies !! woohoo!!

Posted: Sun Sep 14, 2003 1:23 am Post subject:

should i get a s25 or wasp?

Posted: Sun Sep 14, 2003 1:24 am Post subject:

I'm a 15 year old kid...i just bought the savage 21 and my dad got the ss...i love the ss...but i love mine too

Posted: Sun Sep 14, 2003 1:26 am Post subject:

Bad news...I sent my engine back to california bcz it had a bad connecting rod and it was only a week old...i told them i expect a new motor...we'll see wut happens...i'll keep u all informed Very Happy

Posted: Sun Sep 14, 2003 1:35 am Post subject:

get a wasp!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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