So here is my $.02 worth, but what would that be with inflation????? I guyss we don't have negitive money so it doesn't matter.


Anyway, I used to be a proud O.S. person. But I have found that over the years there are a bunch of engines out there that are just as good if not better. For one thing I would never own a bushed engine. Just my opinion. For about the same money for that LA you could get a Tower .46. A huge differance in power and reliability. The one thing I will say is that with any ABC engine on the market it is critical to properly break in the engine and a electric starter will save you huge in head, and arm, aches not to mention the frustration of getting many reverse starts from hand flipping.

I think my favorite general purpose .46 to .75 engine is the Tower line. I have had more trouble free hours run time than any other two stroke of modern production. The absoulte best engine I ever had was a Super Tigre .61. You can not beat the price of the Tower line and once broke in they run out standing.

If you need a race engine then there are others out there specialized, same with the notion if you desire a 4 stroker. I have come to the feeling that O.S. are not premium quality as they once were and their price is a premium.

Good luck and happy flying.

ps. I just wanted to add that a twin needle carb is also my choice. I think the LA series is an airbleed type. This is the result of trying to manufacture a less expensive engine for the budget minded. I don't think you can beat bearings and twin needle carb for reliability and longevity.

Dave