Which Engine
11-29-2003 | 02:20 PM
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Which Engine
Which Engine should i buy? I am going to put it in a Sig Kadet LT-40 i am looking for a .46 i was thinking either a O.S. SHould i get Non Ringed one... or what..
or somehting like that... THanks for any answer!
or somehting like that... THanks for any answer!
11-29-2003 | 02:32 PM
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The 46FX is a great engine. It runs so much better than the LA series. A good friend with over 30+ years experience told me one day that there are only two glow engine manufactures. O.S and O.S. 
There are other engine for less money, but in the end I think O.S. wins hands down. Easy to start, adjust and very reliable. The last thing you want is to have engine problems at the field. This can be a real pain. Worth the extra dollars to avoid the hassle. Also, regardless of what airplane you get, throw away the stock tank unless it is a Dubros or Sullivan. The stoppers will frequently pop on on the cheap stock tanks that come with most model. This too can be a real pain to clean up and regardless of what cleaner you use, fuel soaks into the balsa and weakens it and the glue joints, if this happens. For about 6.00-8.00 extra you can avoid this concern.
Make sure you get an instructor to help you learn. Get to a a flying field and join. Join AMA if you haven't already. Find out what buddy boxes the local field uses and what airplanes and electronics people there are using. This will help you when you have a bunch of questions. Don't try to do this yourself. Join a local flying club.
There are other engine for less money, but in the end I think O.S. wins hands down. Easy to start, adjust and very reliable. The last thing you want is to have engine problems at the field. This can be a real pain. Worth the extra dollars to avoid the hassle. Also, regardless of what airplane you get, throw away the stock tank unless it is a Dubros or Sullivan. The stoppers will frequently pop on on the cheap stock tanks that come with most model. This too can be a real pain to clean up and regardless of what cleaner you use, fuel soaks into the balsa and weakens it and the glue joints, if this happens. For about 6.00-8.00 extra you can avoid this concern. Make sure you get an instructor to help you learn. Get to a a flying field and join. Join AMA if you haven't already. Find out what buddy boxes the local field uses and what airplanes and electronics people there are using. This will help you when you have a bunch of questions. Don't try to do this yourself. Join a local flying club.
11-29-2003 | 03:14 PM
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Without the intention to dispute or confuse anyone here, you may want to look at the Irvine and H-9 Evolution engines. Both are excellent and less expensive than the OS. Various unbiased engine reviews support this statement.
With well more than 30 years in the hobby, I'm going to make a statement that will raise the hairs on the back of many peoples' necks. OS engines of today are nowhere near the quality and power of the engines of yesterday. The FSR and SF series of engines were the best that OS ever made, and it has been downhill since then. There are engines as good, or better, than the OS of today for less money. In any case, you don't need a ringed engine for your intended plane.
The AMA, in answer to your question, has been the primary source of ALL the radio frequencies that we use today. They also have been a major supporter of model aircraft competition. This competition has been the driving force behind the improvements of our equipment. Without the AMA, there never would have been a Tournament of Champions. The insurance provided by AMA membership is a large factor in owners of flying sites permitting the flight of model aircraft on their property. Bear in mind that insurance is not the primary purpose of the AMA.
Over the many years of the AMAs' existence, they alone have gone before our government to obtain and protect our radio frequencies, and our ability to continue this wonderful hobby. Take the time to look through the AMAs' website, "www.modelaircraft.org" and see if you can learn anything at all while you are there. If you do, that was a benefit obtained from the AMA that you did not obtain anywhere else.
Don't misunderstand me, I am not a rabid proponent of the AMA, but they have a place and purpose in this hobby, a very important one.
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With well more than 30 years in the hobby, I'm going to make a statement that will raise the hairs on the back of many peoples' necks. OS engines of today are nowhere near the quality and power of the engines of yesterday. The FSR and SF series of engines were the best that OS ever made, and it has been downhill since then. There are engines as good, or better, than the OS of today for less money. In any case, you don't need a ringed engine for your intended plane.
The AMA, in answer to your question, has been the primary source of ALL the radio frequencies that we use today. They also have been a major supporter of model aircraft competition. This competition has been the driving force behind the improvements of our equipment. Without the AMA, there never would have been a Tournament of Champions. The insurance provided by AMA membership is a large factor in owners of flying sites permitting the flight of model aircraft on their property. Bear in mind that insurance is not the primary purpose of the AMA.
Over the many years of the AMAs' existence, they alone have gone before our government to obtain and protect our radio frequencies, and our ability to continue this wonderful hobby. Take the time to look through the AMAs' website, "www.modelaircraft.org" and see if you can learn anything at all while you are there. If you do, that was a benefit obtained from the AMA that you did not obtain anywhere else.
Don't misunderstand me, I am not a rabid proponent of the AMA, but they have a place and purpose in this hobby, a very important one.
With knowledge comes understanding,
Silversurfer
11-29-2003 | 03:57 PM
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The 46FX is a good engine, but im not a big fan of the remote needle valve. I have had a few problems with air leaks in the past with one, and the fuel line nipple on the RNV is in a odd place making it hard to get to sometimes. I would definetly go with a Ball Bearing .46, there are a few other options out there such as GMS and the Thunder Tiger Pro series, I wouldnt get an LA engine from OS, they have nylon backplates and I have heard of tendencies of them breaking under certain circumstances.
11-29-2003 | 06:37 PM
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From: AshburtonCantebury, NEW ZEALAND
RE: Which Engine
Hey Tanner,
Take a look at the Magnum 46XLS. It looks ike a sweet engine. Apparently the guy who started the magnum company used to work at OS so the engines are of the same calibre if not better. It also only costs $90 and the OS 46Fx costs $105(?) yet it still is a Ball bearing meaning you could put it on your next plane.
Just my 2 cents
Oh yeah, have you finished the lt-40? I'd love to c some picturez
Take a look at the Magnum 46XLS. It looks ike a sweet engine. Apparently the guy who started the magnum company used to work at OS so the engines are of the same calibre if not better. It also only costs $90 and the OS 46Fx costs $105(?) yet it still is a Ball bearing meaning you could put it on your next plane.
Just my 2 cents
Oh yeah, have you finished the lt-40? I'd love to c some picturez
