The Engine Shop
The Cermark SPE 26CC gas engine is designed for RC airplanes, featuring electronic ignition and a secure propeller drive. Careful installation and component checks are essential.
The Engine Shop
Joe Wagner discusses optimizing propeller choices for RC engines, emphasizing efficiency over high RPM for better performance, and introduces a flight performance calculation program.
The Engine Shop
The Double Star .54 model engine, designed for CL Precision Aerobatics, is a limited edition engine priced at $350, featuring five venturis for tuning.
The Engine Shop
Joe Wagner discusses the complexities of glow engine operation, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right glow plug for reliability. He highlights the challenges faced with older engines and recommends Frank Bowman and Richard Linthicum for parts and custom mufflers. He also suggests using grapefruit-juice jugs for fuel storage.
The Engine Shop
The author reviews Norvel's AME .15 R/C engine, noting its low vibration, efficient heat management, and quiet operation, alongside some installation challenges.
