Zen 30 with OS .46 fx?
 

I'm thinking of getting the WM Zen 30 and putting a os .46 fx on it. What do you all think?

-Nik

Zen 30 with OS .46 fx?
 

If you can fit the engine inverted without problem(s), I think there should not be a problem.

Make sure the check the length of the engine compared to OS 32SX, 52FS, YS 53/63 etc. You may need some weight in the back for balancing.

Hope this helps,

Zen 30 with OS .46 fx?
 

Thanks!
Anything else?

Zen 30 with OS .46 fx?
 

anybody?

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Hello Nik,

I am running my Zen 30 with a OS 46 fx. I have just run it for a short period of time, but it is going great. I have just put approx. 30g(1.2oz) lead at the tail to compensate the weight of the engine. The prop is a MasterAirScrew 11x6(not tested anything else).
Great quality kit from "The World Models"!!

RE: Zen 30 with OS .46 fx?
 

is it fast?

RE: Zen 30 with OS .46 fx?
 

...if you compare it to my Diabolic, its very fast;)
/Tomas

...now Im using a APC 10x6

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I have just aquired a zen 30. This plane is built great. Some minor glue joints need good apoxy but other than that it is great. I plan on running an OS 40 FP with a 12.5x3.75 prop. yes i had to bend and brace the landing gear to get the prop clearance. but i think it will do good.

By the way this thing is built strong.


Malin

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Nik! Sounds like you are onto your next project. Good man! ;)

Do you already have the 46FX? If so, I am sure it will work well- (as mentioned above-) but if you are shopping for engines as well, you should consider the Webra-32, Irvine-39, and OS-32SX- Keeping the overall weight down and limiting any CG difficulties! (more $$ though [X(])

I do not have the Zen-30 but I love my Zen-50 YS-63 combo.... These planes are HIGH quality and I am sure you will enjoy yours-

Regards,
james

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with a 46 bolted up front that would be a blast to fly with lots of power to spare...
down side is the high landing speed because of the high wing loading...
but if you fly from a huge area with a long runway... that should not be much of a problem.
cheers :)