ORIGINAL: soarrich
ORIGINAL: sinergy
This engine can't compete against other 80s on the market let alone 100s... so why waste $800?
If you're only talking max hp you would be correct, BUT:
Is this $775 engine heavier than a $1200 twin 80, I think not.
Is a 80cc single as smooth as a boxer 100cc twin, no way.
Will this fit in a smaller round cowl than a 80 cc single? It fits my Lanier Yak 54 better than the DA50cc single that used to be in it.
I'll put a link on LS web page to 3W for guys that are willing to pay that extra $600 to get the most power, but there are some guys that would rather save $600 and let you have bragging rights to having the biggest one.
First let tell you flat out... I am not knocking the product. However the numbers don't lie and I have seen you recommend this engine when it's not the correct solution and one of the reasons for recommending it was price and its a 100cc.
3w80xi - 26x10 Mej prop (harder to turn then a topflight) 6200-6400 $600
ZDZ 80 RVJ - 26x10 Mej prop (harder to turn then a topflight) 6300-6500 $775
LS100 - 26x10 Topflight (flexes a lot and not a very good load) 6000 $775
All you have to do is look at the numbers... both of these engines are lighter.. 1 by a pound and the other but 2 pounds and generate more power. 200 - 500 rpm on a 26" prop is a huge amount plus the numbers I am quoting are on real props that actually work the engine.
If you have any experience with the 80s I mention.. you would be very hard pressed to say there was any excessive vibration from them because they were a single.
As far as what it fit in.. I can't even understand your example? A Lanier Yak Cowl is HUGE.. my buddy's Brision 3.2 seems to fit in it with no problems at all.. in fact he tested a Torch 90 in there for the extra power and it still fit no problems.
You last statement doesnt even make sense... these engines are cheaper that I am talking about.. and if you want to compare it to another 100 out there the power difference is night and day and well worth the extra $550. However anyone who is trying to get similar power to what this engine generates can get more power for less money.
Like I am saying.. I am not trying to knock the product.. but I feel people should be educated properly when spending this type of money. And just like Sharika says " My numbers don't lie"
