First , good observation in that it needs lube. My thoughts were, a drip oiler would solve that. I didnt spend much time on that problem. Since that was not the end goal.
Actualy, that was a damn good observation. Unlike other hit n miss engines that only draw fuel/air when needed. the Maytag is a 2 stroke, and the 'miss' phase is acomplished by interupting the spark. So yes, the exhaust is mostly unburnt fuel. Hmmmm.....
I like your thinking. The compressor is only needed to start the flow in the downdraft system. The engine has its own suction once started so a compressor or blower is not needed after start up. However, using it as a 'supercharger' sounds like a good idea!
Have you given any thought to how you will lubricate the engine if you don't have the two-stroke oil in the gasoline? Perhaps use the carburetor to meter the oil, and just pour oil in the fuel tank? Dunno
First , good observation in that it needs lube. My thoughts were, a drip oiler would solve that. I didnt spend much time on that problem. Since that was not the end goal.
av8navig8 2 years ago
sweet little Maytag!!
warrenmcurrier 2 years ago
the exhaust is still flamable?
....hmmmmm
JAROSLAVAGINA 2 years ago
ahhhh o.k. nevermind
JAROSLAVAGINA 2 years ago
Actualy, that was a damn good observation. Unlike other hit n miss engines that only draw fuel/air when needed. the Maytag is a 2 stroke, and the 'miss' phase is acomplished by interupting the spark. So yes, the exhaust is mostly unburnt fuel. Hmmmm.....
av8navig8 2 years ago
That was glorious!
What a sweet little maytag. It would be nifty if you could run you compressor with it. too
WorldStove 2 years ago
I like your thinking. The compressor is only needed to start the flow in the downdraft system. The engine has its own suction once started so a compressor or blower is not needed after start up. However, using it as a 'supercharger' sounds like a good idea!
Thanks!
av8navig8 2 years ago
Fantastic!
Have you given any thought to how you will lubricate the engine if you don't have the two-stroke oil in the gasoline? Perhaps use the carburetor to meter the oil, and just pour oil in the fuel tank? Dunno
buddasdad 2 years ago