I have 2 NIB CF Lee Veco 61s I actually bench started 1 for a test. Saving them for a future twin project when retirement ever gets here. Thanks for the video.

@xKmotx

18 күн бұрын

That will be an awesome plane when you get it built!

If I recall, Clarence Lee's outfit would re-work the KB 61. Man what a blast from the past. I think Lee wrote a column for Model Aviation or RC Modeler way back when...

@xKmotx

Ай бұрын

Clarence did all the machine and modification work himself in his little home shop in Sunland, Calif. Yes, first the Veco 61 and it Veco later became the K&B line. He wrote a monthly "Engine Clinic" column for RCM until it folded. Then he continued his column at MAN. Sadly he passed away suddenly last year.

It does sound good, she has a good ear.

@xKmotx

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! :)

Man that sounds good! I have 4 of these K&B .61's. They just won't die! And the Perry carbs a great too.

@xKmotx

9 ай бұрын

I really love these vintage model airplane engines! Thank you for your comment!

@Jimmyzb36

18 күн бұрын

@@xKmotx Rodger that! I’m still searching for a reverse rotation crankshaft. FYI, I have 2 new FOX Eagle’s and and a reverse crankshaft for one of them. I’ve been stocking up for years.

@xKmotx

18 күн бұрын

@@Jimmyzb36 Perhaps MECOA might have one?

You need a cement block on that stand. As always, an awesome job on the engine!

@xKmotx

Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

So more speed more noice..and smell. You enjoy life..

@xKmotx

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bernhard! Yes it is true, I love the little engines, the sound, and the smell of the exhaust. 😊👍 And especially when I restore a vintage or special engine, as is this one. 😎

Very nice engine.

@xKmotx

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Looks and even sounds better than new. What fuel and lube are you burning?

@xKmotx

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! 🙂Powermaster, aka VP Racing fuel. 5% nitro, 18% oil blend.

Nice music! Who is playing that guitar?

@xKmotx

Ай бұрын

Some Obsession by Silent Partner

I have one of these engines i've aquired, and i'm trying to remove the cylinder. I read about putting a piece of wooden on top of the piston and push up on the cylinder in the exhaust port. It still hasn't budged even after warming it up. any suggestions?

@xKmotx

4 ай бұрын

It is most likely seized up due to hardened castor oil residue. It needs to be heated up very hot to loosen the castor. Thick leather glove hot. Or alternatively, soak it in a heated anti-freeze in a crockpot on high for a day or so.