Capt Ron
Check out the review at http://www.greatplanes.com/reviews/gpma1350-rcm.html. He used the G26. I just don't get it, [sm=confused.gif] what is the purpose of overpowering it. I guess some people think it is more macho to have the useless extra power [sm=spinnyeyes.gif] ... the (Tim Allan) “Home Improvement” philosophy. It is not an aerobatic plane; there is just so much you can do with it. In this instance the bigger is not the better.
I have been researching this plane for over two year, read a lot of threads and articles, spoke with a lot of experienced builders. And my conclusion is 120 to 150 four stroke or the equivalent in gas is more than adequate for this plane . I was going to use the G26 but I got a really good deal on a Saito 150. I like Saitos engines; in my experience they are very good running engines.
But the chose is yours, [sm=72_72.gif] it's your nickel.
Good Luck and Happy Flying!
Shubova