ORIGINAL: MJD
Hi folks,
My flying buddy, who does not hang out on RCU, has an Enya .80-4C NIB he bought in 1987. Does anybody here have any experience with this engine? What we are wondering is primarily performance-wise - we are thinking about what aircraft it may end up in.
I currently fly a Saito .72, and I would guess the Enya, due to it's vintage, would be a bit behind that in power, but I do not know for sure. The recommended prop sizes, operating rpm range etc are all similar. I'm thinking it's most probable first home will be something sport aerobatic in the 2C .40-.46 size range.
Any info/advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
MJD
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Once broken-in and set up properly, your .72 will have a difficult time matching the Enya 80-4C (really a .74). Your .72 is much lighter and more compact and that is an advantage. But when it comes to producing power, the Enya is going to be tough to beat. Especially if your friend uses a 13x6 prop. It will pull a 14x6, but it really shines on the 13x6. Mine would pull my CGM Cub with the full size wing well enough to climb in knife-edge. The Enya 80-4C is a strong engine, but it is a little on the heavy side.
Ed Cregger