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SECTION 1: RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
This section lists the recommended tools and supplies that you need to purchase and have onhand to finish assembling and to run and
maintain your new XTM Racing X-Factor2. We have tested these items extensively with the X-Factor2 and found that they offer the best
in reliability and value.
What Fuel Do I Use in My X-Factor2?
Fuel can make a big difference in the way your engine performs. For the break-in period you should use a fuel specifically designed for
R/C car engines that contains no more than 20% nitromethane. Once the engine has been adequately broken in (about 45 minutes of
run-time) you can switch to an R/C car fuel containing up to, but no more than, 30% nitromethane.
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We do not recommend using fuels designed for R/C airplane engine use. These fuels do not contain the proper
amount of lubricants; therefore, they will cause the engine to overheat and severe damage to the engine will result.
Do I Need to Purchase Extra Glow Plugs?
Yes. Even though your X-Factor2 comes with a glow plug already installed in the engine, glow plugs
wear out, especially during the break-in period; therefore, it's a good idea to have a couple of spares
handy. The glow plug can make a big difference in how your engine performs. We recommend using
a "hot" type glow plug intended specifically for performance engines, like the
Thunderbolt # 3
(P/N 115559)
or the
McCoy MC-59 (P/N 690215),
for the break-in period. After the break-in period
you may want to use a medium to cold heat-range plug like the
Thunderbolt HD Long (P/N 115545)
or the
McCoy MC-8 (P/N 690205)
. Do not use glow plugs intended for four cycle airplane engines. Using the wrong type of glow plug
will cause the engine to run erratically and make it difficult to tune properly.
XTM Racing 20%
Nitro Car Fuel (P/N 145850)
Use For Break-In and For
Normal Use
Use the following fuels for the best performance:
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XTM Racing 20% Nitro Car Fuel - Part # 145850
(use this fuel for break-in and
normal use)
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Trinity 30% Nitro Car Fuel - Part # 837832 (
use this fuel after break-in for
more power)
Do I need to Use a Fuel Bottle?
Yes. Because fuel is packaged in quarts or gallons, you will need to use a smaller
bottle with an extension wand to fill the fuel tank. Fueling using this method is much
easier and a lot less messy. The XTM Racing 500cc Fuel Bottle is a good choice.
XTM Racing Fuel Bottle
(P/N 145920)
Use This to Fill the Fuel Tank
How Do I Remove the Glow Plug?
A long reach glow plug wrench is necessary to easily and quickly remove and replace
glow plugs. The XTM Racing 1/8th Scale 4-Way Wrench works great.
XTM Racing 1/8th
Scale 4-Way Wrench
(P/N 146036)
Use This to Remove and Reinstall
the Engine's Glow Plug
What Do I Use to Ignite the Glow Plug?
A glow starter is a battery-operated device that, when attached to the glow plug,
heats the glow plug so that the engine can start. The glow starter is then removed
after the engine is running. The XTM Racing Glow Starter with Meter is a perfect
choice. It comes complete with a battery, charger and a built-in meter to let you know
if your glow plug is good.
XTM Racing
Glow Starter
(P/N 146045)
Use This to Ignite the
Engine's Glow Plug
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