learner_driver Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Hi All, this question I was going to ask of Pete B however, one way and another I never got the chance to ask him at the flyin. Rather than ring Pete, I thought the forum may appreciate the information. question Can I stick a more powerful engine on my Macro frame ? will it be an easy swap? how much is a http://www.simonini-flying.com/mini2evo_eng.htm, are there any secondhand ones available? if so where My macro is fine but I am running at 90% rpm for straight and level. I would prefer that were 70%, I love power too does anyone have any other suggestions thanks Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer_Dave Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Simon Evo's about 2 grand. Get a lighter frame to put it in though. It's a touch heavier than the mini 2 and you'd soon end up building yourself something so heavy, your knees would walk out on strike. How heavy are you? (if you dont mind me asking!! ) Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer_Dave Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 BTW Simon The mini 2 plus is plenty for me at 16 stone. The Evo is a kilo heavier. I thought the Macro engine was a lot lighter, but if you take it off can you weigh it with the exhaust and redrive. I'd like to know. I'm into building something. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macey2kk Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 ??? well im 19st naked and my macro doesnt need 90% for level flight??, maybe you should look at your wing? or other aspects first?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Hi All,this question I was going to ask of Pete B however, one way and another I never got the chance to ask him at the flyin. Rather than ring Pete, I thought the forum may appreciate the information. question Can I stick a more powerful engine on my Macro frame ? YES will it be an easy swap? yes how much is a http://www.simonini-flying.com/mini2evo_eng.htm, are there any secondhand ones available? if so where No Im looking My macro is fine but I am running at 90% rpm for straight and level. I would prefer that were 70%, I love power too does anyone have any other suggestions We need to have a serious look at your engine(or parajet do) as it does not seem to be producing full power thanks Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learner_driver Posted September 14, 2009 Author Share Posted September 14, 2009 SimonEvo's about 2 grand. Get a lighter frame to put it in though. It's a touch heavier than the mini 2 and you'd soon end up building yourself something so heavy, your knees would walk out on strike. How heavy are you? (if you dont mind me asking!! ) Dave I weigh a slim = 127kg wing = 10 kg reserve = 5KG clothes instr = 3 KG motor dry = 28 KG total = 173 KG cheers Pete, I just need to wait for a secondhand one to turn up. I did see the black devil for sale at £1200 on some microlight site but will no doubt produce a similar power to mine. My thoughts on motors are that I love my parajet, it revs out fine up to max rpm but there is not enough thrust to keep me up at 70% power. I love the machine otherwise starts first time every time. I am alas operating in the fuel inefficient mode for an engine all the time and cannot deal with heavy sink by using the throttle. Has anyone ever got much more from a different prop without hurting the engine. Also getting up I prefer an aggressive clib rate rather than a powerline flirty type one Macey - its Simon I met you in the car park and bought your revo. I sold it and bought the 42sq metre Cabrio Perhaps I have more wind resitance than you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer_Dave Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Ok. I get the picture Simon. I would definately be recommending the 200 Simmo. It will be more suited to you, as you're a solid chap, desiring economy and better climb rate. Just fly one and preferably with a 130 prop. Does the bizz. You could get a more efficient wing but you might loose speed. Is that a Synth Cabrio 42 ? just guessing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learner_driver Posted September 14, 2009 Author Share Posted September 14, 2009 yes the synth is surprisingly faster than my revolution. The key point is that I was maxxed on the rpm on that too. even with the trims in on the synth I cruise at 6800 RPM which is still very high but better than the revo as you would expect as it only had 30 sq M. I am in no hurry, as everything works fine but all petrolheads will naturally gravite towards more power. Just bought a 300BHP 1.2 tonne car. Its much safer for overtaking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macey2kk Posted September 15, 2009 Share Posted September 15, 2009 ahh... hi simon.. theres not much difference in us 2 im sure... silly question but have you changed prop and got the wrong reduction drive on?? i have more than enough power for my slender figure!! lol.. if not --- sell it and get a flat top! im seriously heading that way -- either that or a rotron.. but dont fancy the waiting time for the rotron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spigot Posted September 15, 2009 Share Posted September 15, 2009 Simon, Can I have your old parajet engine when your done with it?.....please Colin B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 15, 2009 Share Posted September 15, 2009 LOL I was thinking the exact same thing! SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learner_driver Posted September 15, 2009 Author Share Posted September 15, 2009 Does anyone know where a secondhand simonini mini 2 200cc engine may be obtained. any ideas considered except sheep shagging, the wife comes from wales, and its considered poor form Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learner_driver Posted September 18, 2009 Author Share Posted September 18, 2009 hello hello - Mr Spigot - I just saw your tag line at the bottom. whats this Motor.. Cors-Air Black Devil ???? is the RAF flying again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spigot Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 Indeed , The "Pink Thruster" is dead (again) Long live the errrrrrrrr "Black Intruder" should be together by next weekend with new frame and all, No more half arsed take-off`s with zero reserve power for me Cheers for the tip-off by the way Simon... Colin B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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