Community
Search
Notices
Gas Engines Questions or comments about gas engines can be posted here

Which engine to use???

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 02-16-2015 | 05:44 PM
  #1  
rcnats's Avatar
Thread Starter
My Feedback: (56)
 
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 447
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Steens, MS
Default Which engine to use???

I have a "problem" and I'm seeking a solution. Here we go:
I recently bought a GMP 1/3 scale Laird Super Solution Biplane. It has the following:

Span - 76" (top wing)
Area - 1633 sq in
Wing loading - 24 oz / sq in
Length - 60"
Weight - 17lbs
Engine - 50-80cc

Previous owner used a G-62. Here's my "problem" I have a 3W 60, a Sachs 4.2 , and a Z-445 twin. All fit the firewall and the cowl (12 1/2" round, 8" deep). Which one would you use and why? Thanks in advance.
Old 02-16-2015 | 06:30 PM
  #2  
CK1's Avatar
CK1
My Feedback: (60)
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 1,562
Received 25 Likes on 18 Posts
Default

Looking at the engines from a power to weight standing the 3w60 or the Sachs 4.2 might be the better choices of the 4 engines listed . A lot also depends on what versions of the 4.2 and the 3w60 you have . If it is a Brison ,FPE , BME or any of the lighter versions of a 4.2 It would beat out the older 3w60k but may be closer power to weight to the newer 3w60. versions The z445 is heavy and not that powerful, it would be the first to eliminate. The G62 is awesome especially the lite version on ignition but still not as powerful as any of the other choices and would be the second to eliminate.
So if you have a newer lighter 4.2 vs an older heavier 3w60k go with the 4.2. If you have the newer lighter 3w60 and a older heavier 4.2 go with the 3w60. If you have the newer lighter versions of both the 3w60 and the 4.2 put them on a plane or on a bench and run them to compare .
Old 02-16-2015 | 07:35 PM
  #3  
rcnats's Avatar
Thread Starter
My Feedback: (56)
 
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 447
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Steens, MS
Default

Thanks CK1!!! I have an older 3W60 and the Sachs 4.2 is not as old and is lighter. It has the 6-bolt prop hub which is almost scale to the original used in the 1930's. A 24x10 prop should be about right. Thanks again!
Old 02-18-2015 | 07:47 AM
  #4  
rcnats's Avatar
Thread Starter
My Feedback: (56)
 
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 447
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Steens, MS
Default

I put both engines on the scale with mufflers and the 3W was .5 heavier. Going with the 4.2. Thanks again!

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are On



Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.