Started the engine today! Wow it was easy. Fueled it up, choke on, it sputtered, choke off, hit the starter and pop there it goes! This engine sat for 4 years since it arrived new. I did rotate the carbs but never touched the needles. After it ran for a little bit I adjusted the H needles 1 hour lean and the difference was immediate. The engine sounds amazing in person and there’s very little vibration. I’ll put more run time on the engine and monitor the temps and cooling but we are now very close to flying! Now to finish a few details and get the CG dialed in. On order is a Vario prop 26.6 x 4 blade so I’m looking forward to seeing that then cutting the spinner.
I’ll post a short video when I get the file converted.