ram3500-RCU

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I finally got my new SV 26 installed and flown this week end.

The engine was purchased from Hobby City, and with shipping, the total cost was $192!!!!!

After placing the order, I had the engine in about 8 days.

It is installed in a Carl Goldberg Monster Pitts, formerly powered with a Saito 150.

On the install, I used the supplied aluminum stand-offs and their ignition which is automatic advance. At the field, The only adjustment it needed was to richen the high end about 1/2 turn. It started easily, idled perfectly, and transition was smooth after the mentioned adjustment.

The maiden flight went without a hitch, in spite of the 10 kt cross wind. We will see what the longevity is on these little engines, but so far, I am very happy with the supplier and the engine.

NM2K

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I have a brand new SV26 that I haven't ran as yet. I'm glad to hear a positive report about the engine. It provides me with a bit of confidence. Confidence that is needed to install it in a new model.

When did you buy yours? I bought mine early last year.

How does the model fly after the engine change? I wouldn't expect a gas engine of the same displacement to equal a glow engine, even a four-stroke. TIA


Ed Cregger

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Hello Ed. I bought the engine in June of this year. I have heard of some who needed to advance the timing slightly on early models. Mine seems fine as the top end is strong. Also, I am using a 4.8 Nicad on the ignition, same as on my DL-50. The plane has plenty of speed but lacks vertical power, so I am switching to an 18 X 8 to see what that does. I haven't tacked it yet, but as long as I can get 7200-7400 with that prop, all will be fine. I'll post my findings here for you. I can't believe how easy it starts and well the little guy idles. It really does seem to be quite a bargain so far.

mrbigg

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Any updates?