Actually, the OS FT 160 runs quite well. It is not a screaming powerhouse, but is a really nice, "Torquer" and thus the reason for selecting this engine for this WACO. I feel that all too often we tend to select an engine to fly a particular model outside the design limits of the original flight envelope (I have never seen a WACO or a Super Cub doing 3-D or other vertical manuvers). the engine is easy to start, and is fairly stingy with fuel.

This is the fourth one of these WACO's that I have built, and I actually have another kit on hand, and another two on the way. They are great flyers, and if you enjoy a more relaxed style of flying, you probably would enjoy it. I would say that you need high intermediate to experienced building skills to attempt this one.

Sorry about the Smart A** comeback, I was just trying to find out how the guys that are using this engine feel about it. This seems to be the engine of choice for the Super Cub. I like it a lot better than the 320 Pegasus that I also have, and I like it almost as much as the 300 twin. The 4 cyl. has a propensity to spit cylinders off the case and that is fairly hair raising. It does run smoothly though, and has a unique sound. It does not sound anywhere near like the Lycoming does though.

I'll watch my mouth (fingers) in the future.

Bill, AMA 4720