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What is the cheapest yet most reliable 30cc engine out there?

tailskid

My Feedback: (34)

I have only one experience with 30 cc engines (DLE30) and have been very impressed with it. Bought it from ValleyViewRC.com

Lifer

My Feedback: (1)

In my experience, the most expensive engines I've purchased were the really cheap ones that never ran right, or at all. I have had good luck with DLE, Zenoah, and Valley View. The least expensive in the 20cc class has been the Valley View 20.

Indiomike

My Feedback: (5)

You usually get what you pay for. The cheaper it is, the more likely it will be less satisfactory. That being said, you could get a cheap one that runs well just as you might get an expensive one that runs poorly. It's all a crap shoot. My best advice is to buy an engine from someone who has a good record for customer service if needed.

Texastbird

My DLE 30 is getting sweeter and sweeter. There are a bunch at our field. I haven't seen the OS33 to compare it to for $135 more.

vasek

My Feedback: (4)

Check Hobby King, they have some good (and bad engines; check the comments). If you don't mind BAD after sales service you'll be OK.

Cheers, V.

bikerbc

I think the DLE 30 gives you pretty good bang for the buck ..I have sure been happy with mine . They have lots of power , they are light , and they are easy to tune and run great . Plus they are easy on gas ..

VincentJ

Dollar for dollar you can't beat the engines that DLE make. Check out the DLE-35RA over the DLE-30, it has some nice upgrades that may appeal to you. All DLE engines should have their reed blocks removed and resealed for better/longer performance. There are good links that show how it's done...

AM6

+1 on Dle.

Either the 30 or 35re dependant upon installation requirements.

Both are very user friendly (perhaps not quite so for the earlier 30cc side induction) and I have found the 35 comparable to big glows power wise....amazing...

bang for for buck hard to go wrong really - but buy from a reputable dealer.

happy landings.
Am6.'