Design change ideas to the Cabin Eagle

[pramer]

CluttenFred ..Another thought on the question of using the suzuki G10 engine as opposed to the G13BB.  Yes that would have enough power but the current engine (VW) I have heard is near 200lbs is that right?  If it is the G10 is only 140 plus install and fluids that could wind up 40Lbs less than the prototype making it extremely tail heavy. Not sure I would give up the fuel injection on the G13BB anyway it is fully altitude compensated so always runs well not like a carb at all.

[CHARLES DEBOER]

The Scott Casler 1/2 VW weighs 85 pounds out of the box. Add 3 1/2 quarts of oil and a prop.

[pramer]

We are discussing the 65 hp 4 cylinder conversion for the Cabin Eagle.  The 1/2 vw probably puts out around 40 hp?  Not good for the 2 place.  Anyone have converted VW 4 Cylinder weights not including fluids prop or engine mount?  I thought I read somewhere in another thread that it tips the scale around 200 lbs.  I know there is a range due to different displacements and conversion methods.

[StewartC]

Check the specs at Hummel :- https://www.hummelengines.com/engines-specifications

[okdonn]

The 80 HP Aerovee conversion wieghs 160 LB.

[pramer]

I suppose the aerovee is 160 lbs with no starter and no alternator.  The suzuki G13bb is 180lbs with those included so I would try this engine.