Hi All

I have worked on two cycle gassers for a while. The most likely reason for the high oil to gas ratio is that the engine has plain bearings/bushings in the connecting rod and needs the extra oil to keep it happy. Larger engines have the room as it were to use needle bearings which would allow less oil in the gas.

For this size model and the skill level of the individual I would be inclined to point him towards the electric option. Once he has a handle on electrics and their handling I think it would be easier for a beginner and a whole lot cleaner to deal with.

It really depends upon the local help he can find to get him started into the hobby. I think that would be the most important factor in which power option he chooses.

Carlos G