Saito FG-33 R3 : Full ground break-in

Ok, the first ever YouTube post!!

This is the first start and breaking-in of Saito FG-33 R3 radial gas engine. The video shows all break-in stages as recommended by Saito in its user manual. Also at the end, the difference between initial rich idle vs tuned idling after ground breaking-in.

During breaking-in, I recommend placing something below the exhaust pipes (rubber mat/bucket) as the exhausts' discharge can make things messy.
After ground break-in and proper tuning, this so efficient engine will have zero exhaust discharge and almost no smoke.
I also have to add that Deluxe Material's PowerModel 2T-S smelled attractive and discharged very clean especially after tuning. It is now the recommended oil to use with all Saito gas engines as mentioned on their official website.

Engine : Saito FG-33R3.
Propeller : APC 17x8.
Gas : Kuwait Premium Unleaded 91 Octane.
Oil : Deluxe PowerModel 2T-S.
Ratio : 18:1.
Battery : 2S Li-Po 7.4v 2600mAH
Ambiance: 22°C, 60%RH

Engine tempratures :
Max temp : 115°C recorded at exhaust chamber and 85°C head temp.
Idling: 55°C at exhaust chamber and 40°C head temp.

After tuning, all 3 cylinders will have equal temperature. when properly tuned, this engine will idle forever (Had it idled for +2 hours without touching needles/valves). The engine sounds sweet and so easy to start and tune.

Feel free to drop your questions!

Enjoy :)