RE: what size engine to use
Bill, if you have purchased a kit or ARF it should say on the box. If you bought used-you will have to figure a couple things like weight and wing area. Planes with a high wing configuration typically can use a smaller engine than say a sporty low wing model. 2 stroke engines will offer more power than 4 strokes so theirs something else to consider. Tell us what you have or are looking at.