rcdude7

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That is correct, but the performance change at high altitude will make you think otherwise.

A nice cool day at sea level will help my planes perform at thier best. A hot humid day in the summer, not so good[:'(]

karolh

Anyone knows where this engine is manufactured as I suspect that RCS is just the supplier.

Karol

cadconversions

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I would think this would make an awesome engine for my Sr. Telemaster. Something similar to the Zenoah 20 but with a better ignition.

karolh

A less power hungry ignition but also a much less powerful engine .

Karol

tkg

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Try flying your 5lb at sealevel and then try flying the same plane at 7000ft.
THEN tell us all about it.

Antique

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TKG, I've flown at altitude many times, and yes the plane flies as though it were heavier at the higher altitude, but it's a matter of perception. The plane still just weights five pounds but acts and feels as if it were heavier, real weight vs percieved weight.

mrbigg

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The big C is my guess.

flaminheli

This might help ya out.
[link]http://svgroup.en.alibaba.com/product/203996744-50409291/SV_17cc_Single.html[/link]

karolh

Thanks.

Karol

mrbigg

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Wow, they even sell motorcyles.

rmh

alibaba-
I wonder if it is named after "Alibaba and the 40 theives" -

mesaflyer

So that guys like me, who read a lot but don't always respond, LEARN something about this hobby. I appreciate your comments.
Thank You!

fritzdecat

Interesting the price on this engine is $225

You can get an RCGF 26 for $219

And you can also save up another week and get a 50cc from several others for a bout $60 more


Gas is the way to go Glow is on the way out


My experience with RC planes is that bigger is better, thats been my experience, bigger is easier to see and easier to fly


Oh man I love my DL 50

NM2K

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People have been saying that gas/petrol engines and large models will replace glow engines for well over thirty years now. It hasn't happened as yet.

I enjoy gas engines too, up to about 70cc, but am having trouble handling the larger models these days.

Besides, I grew up with glow engines. I love the smell, the mess and the sound. While I do love my gassers, I am still very much in love with glow engines. Lately I've been attracted to electrics. Just think - a whole new world to explore...


Ed Cregger

fritzdecat

Yeah but Glow fuel wasn't $17 a gal yesterday like it is today and with the evolution of electric fewer and fewer glow planes fill the sky

NM2K

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That's true. Glow fuel is getting too darned expensive.


Ed Cregger

bofrcr

wow! I checked out that site,, they've got some larger sized engines too!!! and how about that 50cc twin? how very interesting!! next question,,, is,, WHO,, do they sell them too? and,, are they any good? warranty? sure seems like within the last 6-9 months,, we're getting flooded with engines,, guess I'll have to "stay tuned",,, LOL

the Wasp

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""Gas is the way to go Glow is on the way out""

""That's true. Glow fuel is getting too darned expensive.""

I'm going Gas/Glow mix 2 to 1 in my Super Tartan 44cc twin, it will be lighter than my MVVS 35 gasser, with no Nitro it sould only bring up the price of gas pre gallon only a few dollars,,

I would like to try this mix in my MVVS but prob wont..

Jim

Broken Wings

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I had to replace the entire ignition system on my engine today..... $5.00

mrbigg

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That's cheap for a glow plug, but that still doesn't make up for the hassle of glow fuel.

Broken Wings

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Considering a Spark Plug costs on average $9.50 to $17.00 dollars yes it is cheap, and they don't foul.

I've looked into going gas and I'm not convinced that it's any cheaper to operate. EVERYTHING is more exspensive except the actual gasoline.

karolh

I agree, but the gasoline is what you buy continually and that's where the cost saving is .

Karol

mrbigg

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Go to RCS' website. SV 26 is $225.00 complete. Now go price an O.S. 1.60 or an O.S 1.20AX. $260 to $300 depending on which you chose. For $375 you can get a decent 50cc engine. You can get an XYZ 50 for $270.00. $22 a gallon for glow fuel is ridiculous and that's cheapo Omega 10%. I don't know where you are paying that much for sparkplugs, but I get mine at ACE for $2.50. My plugs don't foul because I can tune an engine. I actually can't see any advantage for running glow anymore. I'm doing smaller stuff now electric, but I really like the gassers. One thing I do like about glow is standing behind a plane that is warming up and getting a whiff.[sm=spinnyeyes.gif]

fritzdecat

$22 bucks a gallon for glow fuel not to mention Window cleaner and several rolls of paper towels at a buck each if you are lucky.

Then you have to tote that damn starter and battery around like a ball and chain [:'(]

I used to love my Saito 180 but the Dl has nice raw power I like.

The ease of Gas is really the prime motivator for me . The cost benefit is just a nice plus.

mrbigg

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I agree.