In the Taurus engine thread I alluded to the fact that I had heard some info on some new gas motors on the horizon. I didn't know if I should give any details, so I didn't mention any names or specific info.....well I've been told it is ok to "leak" a little info on these engines.

First, they are from BME. The two engines I can mention are an all new 100 and 150.

Also a disclaimer: I am not in any way affilitated with BME. I came upon this info when talking with Keith at BME when I was talking to him about Taurus'. Let it be known, I am still a Taurus fan, and it will take a lot to turn me in any other direction.

They will be called the Xtreme series. The first will be a twin cylinder called the 100 Xtreme. It is 4.0 lbs bare and BME is claiming it has the most power in its class. I was told it will turn a 28x10 Mejzlik at 6400-6500 out of the box. He did tell me this is leaned out and shouldn't be run this lean until broken in.

They also have a 150 that has been designed, tested and is ready for production. There are no other details on this one.

Keith said that these engines have over a year of flow testing and design work in them for maximum perfomance and durability.

He didn't give me any dates for production, but I would guess in the March time-frame for the 100.

Bill