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Default First conversion- Homelite 45cc questions

Hey guys. I'm new to the conversion end of things and i have a few questions regarding a Homey 45cc pulled from a chainsaw.

1) How does one attach the carb? The saw used a rubber hose and I see no way I can bolt the carb to the crankcase.

2) I plan on using the conversion parts from Wacker Engines. Does my exhaust have to be on the side of the engine like that? Doesn't anybody make a muffler attachment with a 90 degree bend in it, so the exhaust can exit out of the bottom of the cowl in the center?

3) I've got lots of room in the cowl. Is it possible to just use the stock exhaust that came with the saw? It would easily fit in the cowl.

4) As far as the flywheel is concerned, do I just knock off the fins? Does anybody make a magnetic pickup similar to the DA50? Streamlined would be cool and light.

This engine is going in a Byron's CAP 21. It calls for a 35 Quadra, but after reading many threads on how light the Homey 45cc is, I decided to go with it. I have modified this plane to get more throw from the tail surfaces, and plan on some 3Ding with it.

Thanks for any answers. I may have others as the conversion progresses.