Engine for X2 CRT

[rccks]

I picked up an X2 CRT roller from one of my buddies, wondering what a good engine/pipe combo would be. He says the new Werks B5 is really good but i wanna hear what you guys think. It is used for racing, trying to keep it under $400.

 

[MotoGod]

Werks B5, JL .21, Alpha Plus...all AWESOME $200 price range engines..... I personally run an Alpha Plus S852 (Orange Head) and LOOOOVE it.

 

[Scrogg]

The Werks has excellent bottom end torque and excellent fuel economy. The JL does not quite have enough bottom end for the X2 unless you run a 1.1 clutch spring.
The JPX .21 is another good choice, just as torquey as the B5 but with more top end.

 

[rccks]

thanks for your input guys. I've been looking at this engine
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product...on-21-Off-Road-4-Port-Buggy-Engine-Turbo-Plug
its probably gonna be that or the werks.

 

[ohiofordfan]

excellent choice. i haven't had many engines to know if it's worth the extra money. i have not had a problem or even a complaint so far though. from what i've read they are worth every penny.
it's kinda funny about scrogg, moto and me, i was looking at the alpha and the b5 also. the more i run the plus-4 the more i'm starting to bleed purple.

 

[MotoGod]

I'm bleeding Orange at the moment ;-) That Alpha Plus is insane.....bone stock. hehe The guy pitting for me in Sportsman Truggy at the last race was amazed at how that engine would balloon a new set of Truggy Tires all the way down our front straight and still temp at 230 after a 20 min main. haha He's looking to buy one himself now.

The Nova Plus 4 gets awesome reviews....and I've pitted for quite a few guys running B5's with great results. The Alpha Plus has just amazed me for a $209 engine.....so we'll see how long it lasts. Coming up on 1.75 gallons or so now...still can't turn it over by hand. hehe