Engine for GP CAP232
12-28-2006 | 04:04 AM
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Engine for GP CAP232
OK Guys,
Some time ago I posted problems I was having getting enough power from a Saito 60 twin I have in my GP CAP232. Bottom line, the 60T just does not have the power for this plane. I have been looking for a larger twin (older 80T or 90T) with no success. Anyway, I have given up on finding a suitable twin and would like some recommendations. I was looking at a 70 4 stroke, but I really do not want to punch a large hole in the cowl.
About the only option I can come up with is the RCV58. It looks like it would be in the range for this plane, specs say 52 to 70 4 stroke, about in the middle.
I think a 52 would be underpowered as is the 60T and would also require cutting a hole in the cowl. Suggestions would be appreciated. Any info from users of RCV engines (not the inline, half prop RPM versions) would also be appreciated.
Thanks,
George
Some time ago I posted problems I was having getting enough power from a Saito 60 twin I have in my GP CAP232. Bottom line, the 60T just does not have the power for this plane. I have been looking for a larger twin (older 80T or 90T) with no success. Anyway, I have given up on finding a suitable twin and would like some recommendations. I was looking at a 70 4 stroke, but I really do not want to punch a large hole in the cowl.
About the only option I can come up with is the RCV58. It looks like it would be in the range for this plane, specs say 52 to 70 4 stroke, about in the middle.
I think a 52 would be underpowered as is the 60T and would also require cutting a hole in the cowl. Suggestions would be appreciated. Any info from users of RCV engines (not the inline, half prop RPM versions) would also be appreciated.
Thanks,
George
