CHANGING THE GAS JET ON ACCUCRAFT's RUBY



WHAT IS A GAS JET?

A GAS-JET injects the fuel (Butane or Propane/Butane Mix) into the mixing chamber to combine with the air. Just like a fuel injector or carburetor in a car, you can make your mixture richer or leaner by changing the size of the outlet in the nozzle.

NOTICE:

This is only a description of what I chose to do to my own RUBY engine. It in no way is meant to encourage others to make this or any other modifications to their equipment. This is a minor modification and can easily be undone. Exert EXTREME CARE and remember to MEASURE TWICE / CUT ONCE! Again, this is what I did and how I did it. It worked for me but NO guarantees are expressed nor implied that this is the way any sane person would accomplish this task.

Gas Jet Materials List*
Part #
Description
FJG-R Ruby #3 Jet & Holder
MTY-223 1/8" Silicone Tubing
(To replace COPPER Gas Line)

Here is a 'brief' description what I did:

Pull out the original equipment gas jet. If you're Ruby has a copper supply line, disconnect it from the gas reservoir and remove it with the jet. Cut a length of silicon tubing to the appropriate length. I wrapped my ends with some spare wire, but clips are also available.

From the 'DO AS I SAY NOT AS I DO' Department: There is NO SUBSTITUTE for the RIGHT TOOLS. If you should decide to attempt a similar conversion, I recommend having a Dremel or similar tool with cutting and grinding bits, a drill (Drill Press preferred) with an assortment of small metal bits, small metal files, TUBE BENDERs of the appropriate size, a good hot torch, and all SAFETY EQUIPMENT! Nothing is worth an eye or a hand!

*I buy the majority of my supplies from Sulphur Springs Steam Models and supply the part numbers as a convenience. I am in no way related to the company other than as a satisfied customer.