ORIGINAL: Al Lewis
I'm not defensive, just brutally honest. That seems to be a problem these days. Besides, I'm tired of watching a bunch of old guys try and fly 3D because the young kids can't afford a 50cc. I guess now we'll see where the real talent is. With our youth!!! and not just the rich ones!!!
We'll see where the real talent is when one day Chinese ARFs and engines are not cheap anymore and we all have to start building again! Our young people will have few if any building skills.
Back to engines ... so many good choices these days. In the 50 size I have a DA, Taurus and a 3mm. These work well in the planes they are installed in. Would certainly buy a DL too if I needed another lightweight, rear carb engine. But would not rule out another DA .... The Taurus has incredible power and the lowest vibration levels of any 50 I have been exposed to.