Hi Bill
In my mind it is very important to "match" the airframe and engine.
My Katana is only 50 ounces with the 51 setup. The 51 is a very powerful engine so I can have the nice 4-2 cycle and have the motor come on and off of a 4-2 very quickly.
I perfer this type of run in this airplane. When I have the 61 or 65 in it they run in a big strong 4 cycle and do not have to have any break. Not a bad run , Its just I like the 51 run better.
By the way both trips to the NATs top 5 had the 51 in the plane. One had 25 to 30 know winds, the plane and 51 handled them pretty well.
Regards
Randy
Hi Randy,
Thanks for the insight. Since I have seen the Katana in your hands with the 51, I can attest to the run.
The 51
is a very strong engine! When we put mine in Aaron's Geo XL, the plane didn't miss a beat.
Makes me wonder about the previos question I asked concerning a 51 in the USA-1! I had talked to Billy about that. I do think it will be PLENTY of power! With a ST G51, mine was a real good airplane. And I really do know how much more power the PA 51 makes.
Another question: Billy advised me to use the shaft exstension on my USA-1 to move the engine back, like he did with the 46. What are your thoughts about doing that with the PA 51?
Thanks!
Bill <><