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Re: Europa-List: Rotax Engine Alternatives - Aeromomentum

Subject: Re: Europa-List: Rotax Engine Alternatives - Aeromomentum
From: Graeme Hart <graeme.hart@onecoolkat.com>
Date: Fri, 14 Jul 2017 09:33:13
I forgot to mention I am in New Zealand so LAA paperwork is not a factor in
my decision.

On Fri, 14 Jul 2017, 21:27 Pete <peterz@zutrasoft.com> wrote:

>
> Im watching this thread with great interest :-)
>
> Cheers,
> Pete
> A239
>
> > On Jul 14, 2017, at 12:06 AM, Graeme Hart <graeme.hart@onecoolkat.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > Hi All
> >
> > I'm starting to look at engine options for my XS Trigear.
> >
> > Rotax 912 ULS looks a great option (factory supported and well
> understood) apart from the cost.
> >
> > Aeromomentum claim they have a 100hp engine that is only 5 pounds
> heavier than a Rotax 912 ULS and lighter than a 914.  Claimed TBO is 1500
> hours.
> >
> > The conversion is based on a new Suzuki engine and has fuel injection so
> no carb balancing required.
> >
> > I understand the Europa is quite sensitive to engine weight but as there
> are quite a few 914 powered machines and this is lighter than a 914 then it
> should be OK.
> >
> > I'd appreciate hearing from anyone with any experience with Aeromomentum
> or with Europa experience with non Rotax engines.
> >
> >
> >
> > Thanks
> > Graeme
>
>


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