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WHAT ENGINE TO USE?

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Old 10-26-2003, 01:50 PM
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Default WHAT ENGINE TO USE?

I am thinking of building a SPAD the "gnat" model and I am wondering what you guys think I should use for a engine(size and brand) and why if possible. Thanks for your input all!

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15 because it's the recommended size and it dosn't matter what brand get like an os or a towerhobbies
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A 15 or 20 will be fine, from what i've heard the smaller OS LA series engines are comparativly better than the larger 40 sive LA's

for my money i'd go with a TT or GMS.
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You might have to work on your GMS to get it to shut down on command.
My GMS 32 seems to have an air-leak, so I have to pinch the fuel line
after landing. Next time I break a prop, I might seal up the bearing to see if it works better.
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I just ordered my .15 magnum yesterday for mine,$39.99 at hobby people.it's going in a gnat I built last year.

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