I've spent the last couple of weeks trying to get my Savage 25 started after letting it sit for 5 years.
I took the rotostart back plate off to clean the crude buildup.
I was able to start the engine....only to run for 20-30 seconds. However, I was unable to turn the engine over with my hand with no glow plug installed.
Can the engine be saved by replacing the piston and sleeve? Is this easy to do? ....or is it cheaper to replace the engine?
The HPI replacement piston and sleeve kit 1439 is no longer available but the full sleeve kit with the connecting rod is available HPI 1440 for $85USD.
I don't really want to spend too much money on the Savage. Its more for my grandnephew.
Suggestions on next steps.
I took the rotostart back plate off to clean the crude buildup.
I was able to start the engine....only to run for 20-30 seconds. However, I was unable to turn the engine over with my hand with no glow plug installed.
Can the engine be saved by replacing the piston and sleeve? Is this easy to do? ....or is it cheaper to replace the engine?
The HPI replacement piston and sleeve kit 1439 is no longer available but the full sleeve kit with the connecting rod is available HPI 1440 for $85USD.
I don't really want to spend too much money on the Savage. Its more for my grandnephew.
Suggestions on next steps.