I've been in the hobby since the late 40's and recently purchased a Brodak 25 and proceeded to break it in as per instructions...the engine has proven to be very easy to hand/flip start, similar to my old Super Tigres...also has low vibration levels...
.... The engine seems to produce very good, consistent power similar to a FOX 35. The B-25 is mounted in a TF Flite Streak which previously had a carefully massaged OS 25 FP installed...The B-25 really hauls the mail in the Streak now
. I would not hesitate buying or owning more Brodak engines in the future, they are of excellent quality and worth the price...they look kinda sexy too..... [8D]