I have another airplane in the works this will go on. It will be aerolite based but in planning toward a tractor taildragger instead. I am currently planning to install another Thump-Air 460 on my aerolite. I am building lots of them right now, so it just makes sense. I wish there were 8 of me, then I could build all the stuff rolling around in my head 😅
What about porting and polishing it...could add 3-5 hp gain along with a good exhaust setup you could be close to 80 hp. With that setup you would have an absolute beast of an engine and still maintain dependability.......when is the next video coming out, I'm excited to see your build.....I'm guessing this would be a bit cheaper than a Rotax engine, lol
There are a bunch of upgrades available for this engine, including a big bore kit (450cc's). I would be willing to say that it could produce close to 100hp reliably, as the twin cylinder version is routinely built up to 200hp. But then all the internet experimental aircraft engine experts would have to come out and remind me that I am just a dumb hick. You see, rotax couldn't figure out how to rev an aircraft engine over 6500 RPM reliably 45 years ago, so it can never be done 😅 I am now to a point where I am figuring out the details on the test stand. I have the engine running, but there are cooling system mysteries, efi gremlins, etc. to figure out before I can really flog this thing properly! I'll try to make a video when I can. I'm also not capable of editing a decent video if you read through the expertly formed comments of my videos. Thanks for the feedback and support! It's more fun when others share my excitement!
@@kidkhaos6427 Thanks for the reply, best of luck with the engine, I think if you get it all worked out and you can get close to 100 hp in the future it would provide a power to weight ratio others would drool over ....never mind the cost savings compared to a Rotax engine
😅 Luckily, I'm not burdened with an overwhelming amount of youtube comments. I'm lucky to get any, and double lucky if they aren't to point out one of my many shortcomings. Unless it's my mom telling me I'm so handsome in that shirt or whatever. Thanks mom! One thing I forgot to mention is that this will not beat rotax on price. These engines only came out 2 years ago, so getting a used machine is difficult and does not offer the savings most DIY'ers typically seek. I would expect that to change over time as they become more widely available. I am working on converting the old-school yamaha phazer next, which would be a cheaper option... also can easily be over 75 hp and reliable. I have one sitting on my bench, and I have started formulating a conversion plan, but that is as far as I have gotten.
@Todd Brown I have already engineered a conversion for the 4 stroke phazer. I designed and manufacture the parts for BK Experimental. Im talking about the one before it, which is a 2 stroke. It's lighter than a 447, but more powerful than a 582, super plentiful, cheap to rebuild, aircooled. Lots of pluses!
Yes, it is water cooled. This engine was only made in single ignition. Sure, I could design and machine a dual ignition head and add another coil. But, I have no intentions of doing so.
Nice to see someone reaserching alternative engines like the Artic Cat Ctec 400
How many hours lifespan? Does it run on mogas?
Please, what brand of this engine, where can I buy it??
What brand is this amazing machine
Aerolite 103 converted to a tail wheel configuration.
Hi,
I’m very interested in this light engine! How can I get more details about it? i.e; brand, price, etc…
Tnx.
How many rpm at idle and full speed
Would you mind telling us what engine this is?
I am working on another video explaining more about it. I don't want to ruin the surprise! Stay tuned!
Sorry sir This engine can work for plane????
C-TEC2 4000 :)
Love it👍
Any updates? You can get ride of the pull start to save a little more weight.
Yeah, I have a Facebook group I've been posting in. I'll make an update for UA-cam too.
Which Facebook group?
I have been waiting for this to be mounted in the tundralite103 lol when??
I have another airplane in the works this will go on. It will be aerolite based but in planning toward a tractor taildragger instead.
I am currently planning to install another Thump-Air 460 on my aerolite. I am building lots of them right now, so it just makes sense. I wish there were 8 of me, then I could build all the stuff rolling around in my head 😅
Can't wait!!!
Is that engine for sale?
Everything is for sale!
If you want to put together a package, feel free to email me at kidkhaos@kidchaosconcepts.com
How much is it?
It is not cheap, well over 10k.
@kidkhaos6427 that isn't bad price for that much horsepower out of 50lbs
What about porting and polishing it...could add 3-5 hp gain along with a good exhaust setup you could be close to 80 hp. With that setup you would have an absolute beast of an engine and still maintain dependability.......when is the next video coming out, I'm excited to see your build.....I'm guessing this would be a bit cheaper than a Rotax engine, lol
There are a bunch of upgrades available for this engine, including a big bore kit (450cc's). I would be willing to say that it could produce close to 100hp reliably, as the twin cylinder version is routinely built up to 200hp. But then all the internet experimental aircraft engine experts would have to come out and remind me that I am just a dumb hick. You see, rotax couldn't figure out how to rev an aircraft engine over 6500 RPM reliably 45 years ago, so it can never be done 😅
I am now to a point where I am figuring out the details on the test stand. I have the engine running, but there are cooling system mysteries, efi gremlins, etc. to figure out before I can really flog this thing properly! I'll try to make a video when I can. I'm also not capable of editing a decent video if you read through the expertly formed comments of my videos.
Thanks for the feedback and support! It's more fun when others share my excitement!
@@kidkhaos6427 Thanks for the reply, best of luck with the engine, I think if you get it all worked out and you can get close to 100 hp in the future it would provide a power to weight ratio others would drool over ....never mind the cost savings compared to a Rotax engine
😅 Luckily, I'm not burdened with an overwhelming amount of youtube comments. I'm lucky to get any, and double lucky if they aren't to point out one of my many shortcomings. Unless it's my mom telling me I'm so handsome in that shirt or whatever. Thanks mom!
One thing I forgot to mention is that this will not beat rotax on price. These engines only came out 2 years ago, so getting a used machine is difficult and does not offer the savings most DIY'ers typically seek. I would expect that to change over time as they become more widely available.
I am working on converting the old-school yamaha phazer next, which would be a cheaper option... also can easily be over 75 hp and reliable. I have one sitting on my bench, and I have started formulating a conversion plan, but that is as far as I have gotten.
@@kidkhaos6427 LOL I see........Yeah the Yamaha engine has become popular for aircraft conversion engines, and price friendly.
@Todd Brown I have already engineered a conversion for the 4 stroke phazer. I designed and manufacture the parts for BK Experimental. Im talking about the one before it, which is a 2 stroke. It's lighter than a 447, but more powerful than a 582, super plentiful, cheap to rebuild, aircooled. Lots of pluses!
How much dollar
This is a fairly expensive setup, it would cost between 15k and 20k to build depending on your requirements.
Hey buddy.That is a watercooled engine??impressive 50lbs.can u run 2 ignitions?
Yes, it is water cooled. This engine was only made in single ignition. Sure, I could design and machine a dual ignition head and add another coil. But, I have no intentions of doing so.