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by Glennlawson
Thu Jul 20, 2023 6:32 am
Forum: Badland F1 - F5 Talk
Topic: Engine options
Replies: 42
Views: 3772

Re: Engine options

;) ;) ;) I also was looking into the smart carb upgrade with a 3 blade adjustable prop thinking that it might reduce the rpm a little while adding a little extra thrust. Also wondering what instruments are available thru badlands basic 6 pack with a I pad and flight app. And a hand held com with hea...
by Glennlawson
Wed Jul 19, 2023 8:48 pm
Forum: Badland F1 - F5 Talk
Topic: Engine options
Replies: 42
Views: 3772

Engine options

Good evening everyone,asking for some ideas I’m now looking at the hirth f23 I like the Hp to rpm ratio and the tbo recommendation. Draw back the fuel burn. My question is I can do the experimental route.is there a larger fuel tank option to get into 2-3 hours of usable fuel
by Glennlawson
Thu Jul 13, 2023 5:17 pm
Forum: Ultralight Newbe Questions
Topic: Balance issues between 1/2 vw and pollini 303
Replies: 11
Views: 1597

Balance issues between 1/2 vw and pollini 303

Does anyone have a idea on the weight and balance between the two, would you have to add weight aft to keep the cg in balance?
by Glennlawson
Wed Jul 12, 2023 4:27 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New to forum
Replies: 7
Views: 1077

Re: New to forum

Still much research and planning to do.would like to stay in the weight limit would like to hear more about the reliability of the polini 303 like that it’s water cooled and duel ignition
by Glennlawson
Wed Jul 12, 2023 9:05 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New to forum
Replies: 7
Views: 1077

New to forum

Good morning everyone,I’m looking into part 103 as a option for some fun and affordable flying. Have a private pilot’s license but cost and availability in my area to rent is pretty much out of the question.after a bunch of looking around I decided on the badlands line. I live in upstate New York cl...