You 4 cycle guys need to read about the Shindawa engines. They run in any position.

What size is it? How much does it weigh, and who distributes it?

Been there, done that, do a search This might be the 34cc Shindaiwa

If this works...I have a link to Shindawa 4 cycle engines. Try it. Be sure too look around on the web-site, and click on all features. See a cut away view of engine that is running.....very neat!!!! http://www.shindaiwa.com/c4tech/index.html Regards Capt,n

Premix is no big deal....only 2% needed in the Shindawa 4 cycle engine and it will run in any position. Thanks Capt,n

captinjohn, do you know if you can buy the engine only, and if there is a conversion kit for it?

You may check with all the engine suppliers on-line and find engine only. Or even a reburbished one at t lower price. RCIGN1 has converted them. He does top notch work. Regards Capt,n

Engines like this, the GX35, the Stihl 65cc etc. are showing that the 2nd generation of powertool 4 strokes are making allot of gains fast. When the third generation arrives I think we will see close to 2 stroke performance and even less weight as 4 strokes become the norm fro powertools.

You are right on Subarurat....and the 4 cycles sound mutch better!!!! capt,n

Is there any Shindiawia conversions out there yet? It may be possibe to find a good used one to convert by now! Capt,n[:-]