RE: Say it aint so........!
I haven't had any problems with my model 116 other than my dumb thumbs. The Norvel .061 needs to have alot of rpms to start, I use a 24volt starter I had for rc boats. It usually hovers at little better than half throttle, I dont think I've ever gave it full throttle when its flying. The down side right now is parts and glow plugs. I bought 4 glow plugs locally so I'm set there, I have decided to make a main shaft from drill rod material.