Can't agree with you more. I used the engine in a couple of scratch built Bipes, Fokker D-VII and I even use one in a small Extra ARF I bought at an auction, the Extra was just calling for a .32 but the LA was perfect for the plane. The LAs kept getting a bad rap because they didn't put out the same power as the .46 FX but they also had none of the problems and ran great right out of the box. I think the LA engines are a great choice for anyone just starting in the hobby and it's hard to beat the price.