Hey, if you're going to skimp on QC (not run the engine at factory), don't do it to engines that are sold to people across the world. Dick brings up a good point also, one that perhaps DA should consider and include with their DA50-R engines, since the majority of phone time is spent with first-gas-engine-bone-head DA50-R owners, who doesn't bother to read the instructions or seek assistance from experienced engine owners.

john leigh/Leigh R/C, I wish you best of luck with your engine. Somebody may argue that you took a chance with your purchase, but when buying an engine that to begin with is priced $50.00 above it's nearest competitor(DA), that by the way has the service history all others are rated by he he, you do expect a QC that guarantees a running engine. I hope Keith is made aware of this thread and stands up to his warranty, or he will just end up with a reputation often pinned on 3W, that the owner is always in the wrong.

DKjens