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Offline phil c

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New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« on: August 15, 2018, 06:55:17 PM »
Oleg got a one of the new Cyclone 25 SL engines to critique.  After break in, about 8 runs, it runs very well.  Easy to start cold or hot, tolerant of bladder fluctuations and pretty easy to set reliably.  There is about 1/4 turn between rich and lean. He had to substitute a Fora F2D NVA for the coarse, metal tank style one supplied.  The supplied venturi was a bit too small and had to be drilled out to get to 75mph.  The motor sounds like it will be easy to hit 80mph or better with a bit of nitro and a larger venturi.
It runs very smooth.  Doesn't slow down much in maneuvers.
It weighs 157grams, ready to bolt on.  That's about 20gr. lighter than an LA.  That's not a problem if you build planes.  There likely are a number of RTF F2D planes that could use it on 60ft lines with no modifications for Speed Limit.

We'll keep you posted once they figure out the price and availability.

Lets see if the pictures will attach.

« Last Edit: August 15, 2018, 07:13:17 PM by phil c »
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #1 on: August 15, 2018, 10:18:15 PM »
When will they be available to the masses, and what is the price? I want to be the first one on my block to try one for super slow rat. 



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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #2 on: August 16, 2018, 06:25:35 AM »
When will they be available to the masses, and what is the price? I want to be the first one on my block to try one for super slow rat. 



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It kinda looks like a plain bearing engine, is that so?
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #3 on: August 16, 2018, 08:02:19 AM »
Any provisions for a muffler? I wouldn't mind trying one out on something akin to a Skyray or even a lightly-built Twister.  Sure, it's for SL combat, but it can be propped down & turned loose, no?

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #4 on: August 17, 2018, 02:16:16 PM »
Hey Phil is it this engine that you hinted at a while ago?

https://stunthanger.com/smf/combat/engine-teaser/

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine-more.
« Reply #5 on: August 18, 2018, 07:12:40 PM »
Pricing is supposed to be $100 or so, plus shipping.  The AAC is really nice.

It is plain bearing, just like the LA.  In fact the pictured engine has an  LA crank in it.  Haven't tried it, but the P/L, venturi should fit an LA,  The back plate threads in, so no bolts to lose.

We thought it would have an F2D style head, but drilling and tapping a few holes is probably easier and cheaper than making a thread-on insert head.  The F2D heads can have problems at times.

No provisions for a muffler, and there won't be any in the first batch.  Cases have already been cast.
Availability will be at least a few months, nothing firm at this point.  Hopefull before next flying season.

It is the 'teaser' engine.
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #6 on: August 19, 2018, 07:48:29 AM »
Nelson head please . Nelson plugs are cheaper, last a long time and give improved performance. At least have the option for a “performance “ head .
Just a suggestion.

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #7 on: August 19, 2018, 08:22:54 AM »
Light engine, short engine mounts, and lead weights.  Not the combination I favor.
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #8 on: August 20, 2018, 07:10:19 AM »
Light engine, short engine mounts, and lead weights.  Not the combination I favor.

A Testors Series 21 Black Head 35 must be your all time favorite engine.
I have seen the light, and it’s powered by a lipo.

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #9 on: August 20, 2018, 05:37:12 PM »
Paul, do you know if that would be legal for Sportsman Stunt Speed? Or does the class REQUIRE a .35?

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #10 on: August 28, 2018, 08:16:24 PM »
A Testors Series 21 Black Head 35 must be your all time favorite engine.

The K&B 5.8 was even better, maybe 10.5oz. in combat trim.
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #11 on: May 30, 2019, 08:50:47 PM »
Any news on this engine?

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #12 on: June 06, 2019, 06:42:06 PM »
Any news on this engine?

Yeah, they decided to work on other projects at least for now.  My contact has been kinda out of the picture, working 60hr weeks.  I'll try and get him to check.  There are a few minor details in the machining that need to be changed.
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #13 on: June 07, 2019, 07:28:47 AM »
If you want an AAC plain bearing .25 try a Brodak . I have used them for racing and combat . The performance is very good if you are willing to take your time.

For combat we use 10 - 15% nitro , 20% all synthetic oil . Find a hot plug, use the .40 intake , remote needle . 9x5 or 9x4 prop .The hot plug and synthetic oil make the runs consistent. Some of theses engines take many heat cycles to break in . The run two bladders on the ground break in crowd have been very disappointed with this engine .

These are the lightest sport .25 engines I have found (finding them can be the problem) . On a F2D model with a regular elevator and not a whale tail a couple of coins will balance the model . I have no idea how they work for Stunt .

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #14 on: June 07, 2019, 05:19:01 PM »
Brad, how's the quality control been on your B25s? I've had some pretty lousy P&L fits on about three of mine, right out of the box. Three others were ok. The spare P&L set I bought was not a matched set, either; the parts were sold separately and had poor compression and no pinch when put together, as you might expect.  So I gave up on them.

But the standard, unmodified F2D plane few well with them as you said.

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #15 on: June 07, 2019, 07:13:43 PM »
Mine had good fits (lucky ?)  . A couple seemed a bit too tight and took what seemed like forever to break in . Those went on sport racers . Some had tight front bushings that needed a light lapping . Overall the quality seemed rather good. My old Fox Combat motors never had the same level of fit and finish.

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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #16 on: June 10, 2019, 09:38:32 AM »
I've been running this K&B 25 AAC. Really a nice AAC motor and it's $90.00  http://www.mecoa.com/kb/aero/controlline.htm#28?id=3050
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #17 on: June 10, 2019, 10:14:52 AM »
I've been running this K&B 25 AAC. Really a nice AAC motor and it's $90.00  http://www.mecoa.com/kb/aero/controlline.htm#28?id=3050

A 25? I can't find any of that size on the Mecoa website.
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #18 on: June 10, 2019, 10:41:46 AM »
Part Number: 99-5652
Old Part Number:
Stock Status: Good

K&B .28 Control Line Engine AAC
Save $10.00 off regular direct price of $99.99
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #19 on: June 10, 2019, 11:18:23 AM »
Part Number: 99-5652
Old Part Number:
Stock Status: Good

K&B .28 Control Line Engine AAC
Save $10.00 off regular direct price of $99.99

Still looking for the 25 that Bob mentioned.
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #20 on: June 10, 2019, 12:28:55 PM »
AHA!     .28 IS NOT .25....sorry
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #21 on: June 10, 2019, 01:56:59 PM »
Yeah, it's a 28....Sorry Bill :)
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #22 on: June 10, 2019, 08:37:51 PM »
Damn! I thought you were on to something!  :o
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Re: New 25 size Speed Limit engine.
« Reply #23 on: June 11, 2019, 02:35:58 PM »
so just get 5...send to Doug Galbreath to de stroke a tad.....worked for the OFNA PICCO P-0  a 1.2a car motor slightly over .050
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