Well I did a little bit of research on the statement that F.P.E engines lack the power and throttle response compared to the other popular lightweight gassers. Seems this mostly pertains to the 2.4 class engine. The F.P.E. 2.4 uses a Ridge Machine ignition. The timing is fixed at 18 to 20 degrees advanced. FPE sells a CH syncrospark upgrade for the 2.4 that has a new hub at 28 degrees advanced that " makes for easier and safer starting and will give a 500 rpm full throttle gain using the same prop." So I guess the Ridge Machine ignition is not the optimal setup for the 2.4. Not sure how the other size engines stack up. I believe they come standard with CH syncrospark ignitions. I'm glad I did the research as I was about to purchase a used FPE 2.4 with the Ridge ignition.[sm=redface.gif]