You may find that the T52 on the Hanger 9 little 260 is not overpowered. Actually I would venture to say its about right. Seen one fly, a friend has one in our club. The problem with this plane is that its built very light. I do not think its tough enough for a gasser. Oh It will work and fly great but the landing gear area, firewall area basically the entire forward section is kinda light for a gasser. But, if a gasser is to be your choice go with the Taurus because I will bet my last dollar anything else in gas will shake a bunch more. It seems the prop of choice on the 52 is a Zinger Pro 22-8, 7700rpm's..Good combo just not enough plane...Oh by the way, get an aluminum gear set...