Originally Posted by
smkrcflyer
What size engine do you think is the best for this plane? The field I fly at is not real big so have to keep the speed down. I started mounting a DLE55 but my son is having problems with his so I might change to a different engine. What about ZP38?
My H9 P-47 150 has a DLE 55. Even though I must agree that the DLE55 is more engine that this plane actually needs, itis a perfect balance with the DLE55 and does not need all the extra weight on the the plane to balance out. Another member at my flying clubg has a DLE55 on his P-47 too, but his has been fiber glassed. We have a small flying field so flying a 150 size with a DLE55 is not a big challenge keeping the plane in the boundaries and speed is not an issue since you can control it by the throttle. I say stick with the DLE55 if you have it and can get it setup past the issues you are having but a 30cc-35cc will fly it just fine just need a good deal of weight on the front. I have also flown my P-47 with a OS 160FX and it had plenty of power for it.
I too wish H9 still made the 150 P-51. I have the Version 1 with a Saito 200TI and it looking great in the sky.
I fly out of CCRC in Acworth, GA if you want to see our field dimensions.
Good luck on which ever engine you choose.