Im watching this and also wrenching on my own T-maxx! Best way to spend your time at 1AM in the morning hahaha. Top notch video, really liked the view of the 2 different sleeves from the .19 and the 3.3. Dynamite for the win! There really is no other alternative for a drop in engine anymore fro traxxas models, luckily this is a good motor for cheap!!

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man and definitely! The best you can get is a OS 21TM but a lot $$$$ the little 19 really holds its own! I'm very happy with it you should grab one for shits next time with a THS pipe kit and see what you think

@peterrcbasher

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good way to spend my Time at 1am

@hybrid32494

3 жыл бұрын

@@peterrcbasher I had no choice bro, the TOO Many Problems T-maxx Needs to be running already!

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@hybrid32494 looking forward to it! You burn any 0% yet?

Just got done putting ceramic bearings a 8port P/S/R (NR S821B) and tuned crank (NR Plus 21-4WC) into a P5XLT crankcase. Cant Wait to get it running. Good stuff here bro. Lovin it.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!

O.K., I'm convinced. My next engine is going to be a Dynamite .19! Thanks.

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

They run pretty good! Keep in mind this is almost 10 gallons of an only castor based fuel. It didn't last much past this video before needing a complete rebuild.

Impressive condition for such a high rpm engine!

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

Very!

awesome timing for this vid. i just got one of these cause i blew my 3.3. ill rtfm when i go to install ;)

always a great vid from you bro love your engine break downs i need to do more on my channel

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man and go for it! People like seeing the inside of them

Just ordered one. Happy to get rid of the 3.3

Love my dynamite .19!!

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Me to!

I finally got me a dynamite. 19 and I'm breaking it in right now. The Adam Drake method. So far so good, I'm really liking this engine.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Right on run a THS pipe kit with it will be even better and a quality 30/9 fuel

@trickmustang1994

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 where can I get that pipe at?

@trickmustang1994

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 their website is always out of stock.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@trickmustang1994 Check out my Facebook group nitro/diesel/gas rc and more if you want to check it out just 2 questions i will let you in

10 gallons love the condition of your motor, proves that good tuning extends engine life. I hate hearing nitro engines screaming over lean sounds like they are screaming for help!

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

A lot of people run them like that to the point where they start to break up in the higher RPMs or running a body with no air flow or running shitty fuel

@adrianstreet8330

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 you're right there and then blame the engine. I've got a cen nx46 that's got 5 gallons on it still mint internally but it's always been a sensitive butt ache to tune

I put this in my Revo 3.3 and it rips balls. I put the big block pipe on it and it improved a ton. It don’t like the trx stock pipe at all. Ran like shit. Anyway, little fucker is fast.

@thebug4046

7 ай бұрын

Nice! And yeah the Traxxas pipes suck ass! Lots of better options

The SH18 rotary carbs are getting hard to find lately. I wondered if it’s because of your recommendation. Lol

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure what the deal is with that

Great videos I've had the t max how much faster does it make it go I had a revo 3.3 a while ago with a picco 26 and different pipe that was a beast

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

For sure man

Great engine indeed! and great video as always man. maybe you are not the one to ask but, maybe you do know if a pull start eliminator exists for this engine? (i know i could just leave the pull start on it and bump start it) but i would like to eliminate the extra bulk at the rear as the engine is sitting sideways in my vehicle and the pull start gets in the way.

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

Hey thank you for watching and as far as a pull starter Eliminator goes I'm not sure that there is one for this engine but I'm sure that there is something else out there that could be made to fit from another small block.

Do you have to use the Screws that the dynamite engine comes with for the Engine Mount? Or can use the Chrome Traxxas stock ones?

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't matter

Love you’re videos man! Really looks like you know what you’re doing, looks like that engine has a quart of fuel on it and it has 10 gallons. Crazy. Quick question, what are you using to clean your engine components with? I typically use nitro-spray cleaner but it’s so expensive, thinking about just using brake clean, keeping it away from plastic components and o rings of course.

@savagenoob

3 жыл бұрын

non chlorinated brake cleaner wont hurt the plastic or rubber

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Non chlorinated brake parts cleaner it's cheap!

@jeremywilliamsrc8797

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 thanks bud wanted to make sure I got the right stuff.

@jeremywilliamsrc8797

3 жыл бұрын

@@savagenoob thank you for the information, getting some ASAP.

You ever get and compare the SH .18 Con Rod to the .19t ?

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

Not yet but I have both engines laying around. I do plan to make a video about it at some point.

whats the part # for that Dynamite Mach 2 .19 enigne

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

No idea to be honest but Google or eBay would be the place

I run a os .21 tm in my revo and I love it other than the price. I was going to get a backup .21 but I just noticed that they went up from $279 to $414. So that is a no on a new os .21. tm. I'm thinking about getting one of these for my nitro rustler. I'm tired of traxxas nitro motors. I have never had one to last more than 1.5 gallons. I never run them lean and I always use after run oil after use.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

That's the thing with the 3.3 and 2.5 is you have to take your time with the break in process their method is absolutely horrible for all engines run a quality fuel keep your oil content 12% or a little bit less equality plug and if you do things properly they can last quite a long time would be quite surprised With the 3.3 and 2.5 because of their absolutely horrible bearing profile I change the bearings connecting rod and piston pin every few gallons and I am able to get almost 10 gallons apiece but the break in is Is where it's going to kill at the most

@trickmustang1994

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 what is the best break in process?

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@trickmustang1994 KZread atom Drake method for break in a longer slower break in process will yield a engine that tunes better performs better and last longer! Anything you learn from Traxxas forget it. Just about the money they tell you to do it a certain way to kill longevity. Also tuning over rich is bad as well will were your piston and sleeve out faster because it's not coming up to temperature properly Also NEVER TUNE BY TEMPERATURE! it won't help you tune till running its best and leave it.. also a quality fuel is a must avoid Traxxas fuel its garbage it's very corrosive and burns very hot and lean and is meant to kill your engine faster keep your oil 12% or less it will run cooler tune and perform better as well as Last longer.. as for after run is a complete waste of time run your engine out of fuel when you're done you don't need it all the time unless it's going into storage. It will make starting and stuff much harder as well I run quite often a never use it and have no problem keeping in mind WD40 is not after run oil it's a kerosene based solvent that is ment to displac water. It has no film strength and wil attract water as well the best thing is Lucas air tool oil.. I do have a rc group nitro/diesel/gas rc and more. 2 question to answer and I will let you in

@trickmustang1994

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 I run o'Donnell racing fuel, I have no idea what percentage of oil is in it. I have ran it for about 20 years. I do have some engines with over 12 gallons with it.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@trickmustang1994 Odonnell is great fuel but it is been discontinued for about 4 or 5 years now so anything your buying is old stock if it's the racing blend it's 8% oil

Great video 👍🏽 , question i just got my hands on a HPI RS4 and I wanted to know if that dynamite .19 will fit ? Thanks in advance

@thebug4046

8 ай бұрын

In an RS4? maybe. I have never seen it done before. What engine do you have right now?

@user-tq1kq5yf6c

8 ай бұрын

@@thebug4046 it’s the stock nitro star .15fe

@thebug4046

8 ай бұрын

@@user-tq1kq5yf6c ah gotcha ok yeah I'm not 100% sure. I know the VX 16 and VX 18 will be the easiest engine to swap in as it's basically the same as the HPI 15FE

Hi Bug 404 great video on the .19 engine. I have been waiting for months for a O.S. 11k carb for my Rustler 2.5. So I decided to just get the Dynamite .19. But can I run LC3 glow plug on the .19? I ask because I already have the LC3 plugs. Thanks

@thebug4046

11 ай бұрын

Thanks brotha! And yes! You can run the lc3 in the 19 no worries! 🍻

@speedgears1236

11 ай бұрын

@@thebug4046 thank you

@thebug4046

11 ай бұрын

@@speedgears1236 welcome!

Love your videos... always good info.... by the way, what tool set do you use?

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watchin! And it's a old sportwerks set from around 2004 or so

@babb4214

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Thanks. I've got a shitty traxxas set that is a pain in the ass so I need something a bit better. I use to dabble in nitro RC cars back in 2005... then got rid of it and recently picked up a used Revo 3.3... Your videos have convinced me to upgrade to a dynamite .19

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@babb4214 the 19 is a good engine but get the spring mount header! You will understand why later on! Run a quality 30% fuel with 9% oil and it will run tits!

Did your engine pulse when breaking in mine rpms jump for a split second then back to normal on idle?

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

Not that I can remember

finally got around to putting the revo with the .19 in it. starts and runs if u blow in the exhaust tube or prime it 20 or 30 time runs for 5 seconds at idle then stalls. its as though it wont pull its own fuel. factory setting no needles touched.

@kx85isweet

4 ай бұрын

done this for about 20 minutes now repeats same prime run and stall as many times as u prime it, throttle settings irrelevent, will rev up untill that prime runs out. not that id ever rev a new engine but this one wont idle regardless of throttle settings so wasnt sure what to do.

@thebug4046

4 ай бұрын

Sounds like a fuel or exhaust system leak. It's in a revo you say? Order a spring mount header or os 21tm revo header. The Traxxas one doesn't fit properly on the 19 and make the exhaust leak and you won't get any fuel pressure you will have lots of starting and tuning problems. Also make sure your fuel tank lid seal is in good condition and not damaged or you will have the same problem

@kx85isweet

4 ай бұрын

@thebug4046 running a sprung dynamite platinum pipe. another issue is. the throttle servo horn is about 1mm too low to reach the horn on the carb slide. the only way to get the carb slide to actuate smoothly is to run that screw alll the way out and leave it on half a thread in order to get the carb slide to make contact with the throttle servo and even then the plastic is bent to near snapping. i dont think this engine and carb setup is meant to work on a revo

@thebug4046

4 ай бұрын

@@kx85isweet they do run good but they don't have the best fitment unfortunately.

@kx85isweet

4 ай бұрын

@thebug4046 honestly i just wabt to get it to a point where it can idle so i can get a couple tanks through it meanwhile i can sor out some form of throttle servo linkage that will work with it. if i have to il take the carb slide horn and grind off the bulb so its smooth similarly to the tm21 maxx carb slide horn. no bulb

Off topic question, what tires are on your Tmaxx?

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

Old PL Nubs from like 2002 haha I got them super cheap guy had a bunch of old parts

I'm thinking about getting one of these for my t-maxx. I bought it used and haven't been able to get it running properly as it just idles and dies every time I run it for a minute or 2. My jato has no issues plus I see nitro getting slung out from the bearing behind the flywheel. As you said the cost of all the parts to repair the engine properly are greater than this engine. So you recommend a 30% fuel mix? I'm still new to nitro and learning and have been using 20% in the jato without issues. Thanks to your videos they have been very helpful in learning all that I can about nitro engines.

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

They are a pretty nice performing engine very easy tuning I will say make sure to preheat it 1st before starting as they are very tight and it will make your life a lot easier now easier now I think I didn't mention that the front bearing doesn't actually seal usually running too rich or using too much afternoon oil will push past the bearing and make a leak. Also it really depends on what the prices of new parts are like in your area over here the 3.3 cost $320 Canadian so we rebuild them for about 125. Or so. And 30%? Absolutely! Go for it

@MruGotP3NED1

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Awesome thanks for all the information. My t-maxx makes me hate nitro until I get my jato running. I'll be sure to get a heat gun to make life easier and the 30% fuel. New the 3.3 is like 225 usd. I haven't checked but most people say with the trade in you can get them for about 130 usd. I'd enjoy an os21 but if I mess anything up on breaking in or tuning I'd rather do it on a less expensive engine instead of 340 plus. And I'll definitely be looking at finding a ths pipe like you said just for ease of installation and performance.

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@MruGotP3NED1 I suggest you go look up the Adam drake method for brake in. Very easy to follow

@MruGotP3NED1

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Will do, I've seen a few of his videos when I was first learning about nitros. You don't happen to know what ths pipe would work for the engine would you? I have the 3.3 extended chassis t-maxx and see pipes and manifolds for the 2.5. Did you also get your tools from there? They look really good compared to the garbage ratcheting set I bought from traxxas that broke on its 2nd use lol.

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@MruGotP3NED1 if they are back in stock order a THS pipe kit will work properly with the 19. And the tools i have i have had for the last 18 years or so haha but definitely good quality tools help a lot

I'm going to extend my tmaxx. Can I still run the o.s 18 tx on it?

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Yup

Does the .19 have a replacement piston and sleeve

@thebug4046

7 күн бұрын

Sadly no. I kinda gave up on the 19 since I can't get any parts for it and went back to the 3.3

Out of the box (.19) should the bearings be change or a couple of gallons later?.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

If you want I put 5 on mine before I put in new ones not an issue

@713Ace529

3 жыл бұрын

Cool. I have gotten the engine but was concerned if on one of your vid said to replace out of the box or when need to. Thanks for clarifying that. Man we need a nitro imoji. 😂.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@713Ace529 I believe I was talking about the 3.3 because the bearings are very poor quality

I’ve got a little 10th scale drag car. You think this engine would work good? I’ve got a vx .18 in it right now. I’m also thinking about the sh .12. I know it’s a smaller engine but I know the .12s are real screamers

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it would do great!

@ashermorales8276

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 yeah I’ve made the decision to go with the .19 when my current engine gives out. Mainly because it has a pull start and the SH .12 doesn’t. My plan is to run it stock and then once it needs rebuilding I’ll try modifying it unless it’s got enough or more than enough power I need. Nothing too extreme. Just a little port work and maybe some crank work if it needs it. I’ll keep an eye on your vids on this engine to see what parts and stuff I’ll need

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@ashermorales8276 for port work on these engines it's not as easy as just making holes bigger you have to know timing numbers or you can make shit much much worse. Send it away to RB MODS i know they guy he does awesome work

@ashermorales8276

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 I see people make ports bigger and I just facepalm every time 😂 if I’d do port work, it would be adding little fangs and chamfering the bottom of ports for better flow. Timing numbers are so sensitive on these smaller engines, even a hundredth of a millimeter changes timing by a few degrees

@davelowets

2 жыл бұрын

@@ashermorales8276 It's not just altering the port timing, but it's REAL easy to slip just a touch, and end up taking chrome off the inside of the sleeve. Then it flakes off later as the engine is running.. I port and polish my own engines if a look at the internals reveals that any work will improve it, but I will not mess with changing timing.

What needle settings should I use before the first start?

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

Leave it as is and make adjustments as needed. And I can't really give you settings Because your elevation and everything that you're doing is going to be different than mine

@callmehost7594

Жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Ah ok thx fir the help. And damn u git back fast LMAO

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

@@callmehost7594 haha no worries! 🍻

Any recommendations for a replacement for a Traxxas 3.3 in a revo, even if it requires a mod or 2 that's fine, $300 usd is the budget

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

The OS 21tm or dynamite 19 with the ths pipe kit

@zack9692

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Are both of those basically drop in replacements for the Trx 3.3, if you aren't sure that's alright. And thanks for the super fast reply.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@zack9692 yes both of them are Traxxas replacement engines no mods required. I do have a Facebook group nitro/diesel/gas rc and more. 2 questions to answer and you can post ask questions and so on.. I'm the owner

@zack9692

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Well if I had a Facebook account I'd definitely be interested in the group, thanks for the info though 👍

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@zack9692 right on and you will like those engines

This might sound like a stupid question but thus is engine specifically design for Traxxas vehicles only or can I use this in any vehicle?

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

It was designed for Traxxas but it will fit any small block stuff if you can figure out exhaust throttle and crankshaft setup

@lastpally

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 I appreciate the response. I’m building a 22t 4.0 nitro conversion and just looking for options. I have a OS .18 Cv-RX but it has a threaded crankshaft so looking for nitro with a sg crankshaft.

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@lastpally Yeah that's a little bit of an issue unfortunately as those engines are discontinued

@lastpally

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 another question bc you know your shit. I bought a new OS .18 TZ cheap with a sg crankshaft so that basically fixes the compatibility issues. However how do I know what headers work? Would a .12 header work on a .18? Also what do you use for reducing engine wear? Appreciate your help!

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@lastpally yes. A 12 to 18 header will work

Good job buddy you and I should have a taco sometime

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

You still up on that taco offer? I just found this comment 🌮🤣

@woogienitro

Жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Yes sir I am from San Antonio Texas.. lol

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

@@woogienitro haha fare enough 🤣 3AM in Vancouver Canada and now I want tacos lol 😆

@woogienitro

Жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 6:00 a.m. here. I'm about to go out for a couple hours and make a couple of dollars but guess what's for breakfast.. lol

@woogienitro

Жыл бұрын

I'm following your progress. Keep up the great videos man. Not too many people that have small engine knowledge like you

How these engines run compared to a 3.3 traxxas

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

Cheaper and longer lasting about the same performance with the correct pipe and fuel

How do these engines compare power wise to a 3.3? Are they better at high end? Low end? Etc..

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

The 19 is a 5 port. timing is better and there do make more rpm and better midrange

@jonathanrigley981

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Thanks for the info brotha, how does it compare to the OS .21TM? Only asking cuz my current 3.3 is getting tired after all these years

@thebug4046

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanrigley981 the os 21tm is killer!

@jonathanrigley981

2 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 sweet, I'll have to get me one

Damn, you already ran 10 gallons thru that? Didn't you just get that like 2 years ago?

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

5 years ago on this one of have 2 of them

When you used the acetone in the homebrew fuel a while ago did you notice a difference from not using it? Love those 0% running videos.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly not much

@daveshank1921

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Right on. I was curious. I have an older .21 that I started running on low nitro as inspired by your videos. TY. I live in the states so getting your hardware methanol isnt happening. I do fing HEET (yellow bottle) sometimes. But now that its getting hot out cant find it. I just like to expirement and have fun.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@daveshank1921 look for a race fuel dealer in your area and order your methanol that way or order it from torco or vp

@daveshank1921

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 I hear ya. Been buying BonesBrew it works to about $33 u.s. for 3 gallons 30% 10% works for me. I did find a Motorcycle (Dirtbike) race shop that said $55 for 5 gallons of race methanol. Good deal there. TY again.

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@daveshank1921 55$ seem a little high because I hear a lot of people get vp methanol for about 35 for 5 gallons but I don't know the stats on it

Questions: 1) Can i run this engine with the stock exhaust that comes on the tmaxx classic ? 2) Can i use this engine on a Tmaxx Classic without damaging the transmission ?

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it will drop right in to the oem engine mount and get a THS pipe kit for a tmaxx the Traxxas exhaust doesn't work properly or perform well with this engine lots of people in my rc group will show you what you need. Facebook nitro/diesel/gas rc and more. Just 2 questions to answer and I will let you in as I'm the owner

First

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

2nd

@peterrcbasher

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 6th

@thebug4046

3 жыл бұрын

@@peterrcbasher R

@peterrcbasher

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Reee

Hey man you gotta help me, I'm trying to start my nitro but it will start in short bursts and then cut out, i prime them again and the cycle continue. You're my last resort, i've tried reddit and forums and have tried everything they say. Ive tried opening the throttle gap, making sure to prime it enough, leaning the low speed (currently at factory settings) leaning the high speed, i just cant figure it out. I have a losi 8ight t, stock engine, dynamite ercm pipe, tuning is at factory settings, and my throttle gap is little over the recommended amount. Engine isn't worn out, still has good amount of pinch, about 3 quarts in the engine.

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

That could be a number of different things like a fuel or exhaust system leak which is very important do not have any that could be a bad or incorrect plug depending on what entry you're dealing with old fuel over rich low speed needle. Hit up Nitro RC enthusiasts group on Facebook im an admin in their. Post a video and I will pop in Look for a guy with dark sunglasses 🤘🏻💯

@nitroluver4l591

Жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 Ok man I posted it there, it may not be helpful or not but i used wd-40 to clean the fuel tank, i'm not sure if it could damage the fuel tubing but i made sure to drain all of it before using

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

@@nitroluver4l591 WD40 is a petroleum based solvent Designed for displacement of water. It's not ment to go in the fuel tank. It can swell O rings and won't mix with the fuel and won't run on it. For cleaning up a fuel tank use a strong alcohol like what you get at the hardware store. Like denatured alcohol or 99% rubbing alcohol. I have video on that. Also don't use WD40 as after run oil again being a solvent it has no Film strength over using a real oil like ATF or air tool oil

@nitroluver4l591

Жыл бұрын

@@thebug4046 I couldn't fix the problem so i took it by a hobby shop and they said one of carb jets was bent, so they installed a new carb and i'm back running burning nitro!

@thebug4046

Жыл бұрын

@@nitroluver4l591 right on! 🤘🏻💯🍻