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carb restrictor

What does a carb restrictor do on an RC car's engine?

REDS venturi

On an RC car engine, the carb restrictor (or venturi) limits (restricts) the amount of air entering the carburetor.

Smaller hole / less air

  • Less power
  • Easier to control
  • Better fuel economy

Larger hole / more air

  • More power
  • Harder to control
  • Uses more fuel