ORIGINAL: Jemo
I have both a BME and a DA 50. Both engines have about the same amount of time on them. The DA seems to be stronger, turning a larger prop at near the same rpm as the bme does with a smaller prop..
BUT
They are both strong, good running and reliable engines
The DA should turn a larger prop at lower rpm, it has a longer stroke and thus more torque. The bme should turn a slightly smaller prop at higher rpms. I have experience with both. 2 DA50s and 2 BME 50s. The DAs are much prettier, quieter, and because of the reed intake have the problem on
some noted in the other thread. DA is more customer resposive but Kieth will stand behind his engines just as well. The problem is getting him to answer the phone, he would prefer you just ship him the engine with a note in it. The BME 50 is really a bullet proof and very easy to operate and reliable engine.
Joe