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    Senior Member aviator79's Avatar
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    Default Re: PROs and CONs of Engine Choices

    Quote Originally Posted by jmodguy View Post
    Yeah its heavier and burns more gas. For what it’s worth, I don’t see anyone spending 6 hours in a Kitfox seat...
    Just to be clear, I'm not criticizing jmodguy's engine choice. His build is beautiful and the engine/cowl look mean. I'm just saying that at high elevation the tradeoffs are different, and probably favor the turbo.
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    Default Re: PROs and CONs of Engine Choices

    Quote Originally Posted by aviator79 View Post
    Just to be clear, I'm not criticizing jmodguy's engine choice. His build is beautiful and the engine/cowl look mean. I'm just saying that at high elevation the tradeoffs are different, and probably favor the turbo.
    Ha ha! No I dont think you are criticizing. I’ve been told I can come across a bit gruff 😬

    Turbo 340??? Hmmm 🤔

    And thanks tor the kind words
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