I'm using a pitot speed limiter and also using it for "cruise control" mode, yea, i know thats quite a bit for this plane ! , but i dont intend to use all of it (cant believe im saying that ! , haha ) ... The pipe is the P200 pipe that SM makes for this plane, and is wider than the standard 160 class piep.., and also I actually had to get the pipe extended with the engine pushed forward like that, .. having a spot welder definately came in handy . The mounts of course have been doubled up. I have the P200, and I want to use it on this project as a 36lbs engine i have is in another plane (that the p200 can't fit in, lol ) .. the gap to the rear or the pipe is 1.5" so im also good there .. my issue is if i should be concerned with the forward part of the engine right next to the fuel tanks like that with only a heat blanket separating ??

as to the engine not being "mechanically" locked mount wise around a bolt of the plug hole area, i thought about this many engines do not rely on a mechanical retention, especially if using strap mounts .. I have never had an engine shift before, but i will definately keep an eye out on this area ...

all good points guys ... [8D] .. thx ..




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