Originally Posted by
w8ye
Go with the DLE
I agree! I've had two airplanes that I've removed the Saito glo 4 stroke and changed to DLE or similar 2 stroke gassers. In each case, I felt it was the best move I ever made. The gassers are much easier to manage and they sip cheap fuel. Regarding sound, I don't think the pop, pop, pop sound of a 4 stroke sounds any more like a full scale airplane than a 2 stoke so sound is not on my criteria for engine selection. Reliability and ease of operation top my list. A real plus for any gasser is the pumped carb that allows you to place the tank where you want so you no longer have to cram it in the nose close to the engine.