I finally was able to get some flights in last night. 3 to be exact. The weather here has been really bad. Typical spring.
The DLE 55 is a perfect engine for this plane I believe, and wish I would have been able to install one earlier. The Rear exhaust is what makes it more feasible though. It just flies better. It seems easier to land as well. The large prop gives better overall thrust. The rolls are improved as well.
Also, no over heating issues, or melting radiator. That worked out very well. Pretty happy here, so now it is time to practice!