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  1. M

    CH801 Performance for common engine choices

    All the performance numbers I can find reference the Lyc 180 engine. I'm curious about performance with other engine options. I've seen a couple planes for sale with the Franklin 220 hp engine. Anyone have real world numbers on 75% cruise, TO roll, etc. with that engine? I'm more likely to...
  2. Peterson

    Franklin engines: any good?

    I originally wanted to build a rotary for my project, but not having access to a machine shop and all the PSRUs that I know of getting discontinued by the manufacturer had me looking into conventional engines. I found a few Franklin engines used in the 150-180 Hp range that don't cost like...
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