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Hey guys, I'm looking for some info on converting this Husqvarna 65cc brush cutter engine over to airplane use. I have a 1/3 Super Cub in need of a powerplant and this looks like it will be a good fit after trimming it down. The outside looks bad but it had just been freshened up with a new piston and carb, it runs like a champ.

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I did a 61cc husky, that turned out very well. I have it on a QuiQue yak 85". Very strong and easy to operate. The one thing I would warn you about is that the engine is probably made from magnesium. I was grinding mine and saw sparks, didn't register for a few seconds. Fotunately no fire. Good luck, red

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Your in the wrong forum :) Check out the "conversion" forum here..... http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_92/tt.htm Its a great forum and those guys can hook you up. And that looks like a nice conversion motor!

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Thank you for the responce guys, I've got my block shaved down and lost the excess weight, now I just need to work on the flywheel and make a prop adapter. will take some pics shortly

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Flywheel....whats that,lol?

Convert it to Electronic Ignition! That will save you some REAL weight on that engine,plus give you a way to start it. And we want pics!