REFLECTOR:Considering alternate engines

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Donno yet, but from what I have read on the net it is a problem.  If you
think there is a bias against experimental, try an even "more" experimental
with an auto conversion.  Even though I am disappointed by this narrow scope
of thinking, it is a reality.  So, we must work harder and take alternate
steps.  FWIW.

All the best,

Chris

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From: reflector-admin@tvbf.org [mailto:reflector-admin@tvbf.org]On
Behalf Of Scott Derrick
Sent: Friday, April 18, 2003 8:59 PM
To: reflector@tvbf.org
Subject: Re: REFLECTOR:Considering alternate engines


How about insurance?  Seems like it is tough enough to insure these fast
glass homebuilts with certified engines.  How are people doing it with
rotary's, V6's, etc...

Scott

texasattorney.net wrote:
> Al is further along than me. Also, he is using the bigger and heavier
> 20b.  I plan on using the 13b. I should be able to get pretty good hp
> and even approach the same power of the 3 rotor 20b NA (normal
> aspiration) if I turbo the 13b.  Mazda has just introduced a new 13b
> which is rated at about 240 hp before you sip off the emission stuff.
> It is called the Renesis and is only available in the new RX-8. New, out
> of the box it may cost about $6500.  A guy in Australia says he can get
> them now, but they are not available in the US yet.  Hopefully before I
> need one for my SE, they will be available.
>
> I bought a 13b core yesterday for $100.00 so I could strip it down and
> play/learn from it.  You can get a rebuilt 13b (which, btw is all new
> parts) for aviation use for about $4k.  There is a very good video
> available on rebuilding the rotary.  Cost for a complete overall is
> about $900, if you do the work.  The smaller 13b should be able to
> produce from about 160 hp to 210 hp NA or about 250 turbo.  The 20b
> about 250 NA.  There are only three moving parts in the 13b and I think
> 4 moving parts in the 20b.  Of course this does not include accessories
> such as the alternator.  I really like this option.  Rob Johnson, a
> former Velo builder/owner was going to use a 20b in his XL, but decided
> on a Lycosarus for an easier/know installation....but, Rob is a fan of
> the Rotary and has a nice commentary on his Velo builders page at
> www.robjohnson.com <http://www.robjohnson.com>.  Finally, if you go to
> the links page on my website, www.LoneStarVelocity.com
> <http://www.LoneStarVelocity.com> ,you will find most of the really good
> links for rotaries in aviation use.  Be sure to visit Tracy Crooks
> company site, Real World Solutions at www.rotaryaviation.com
> <http://www.rotaryaviation.com>.  Tracy has 1300 hrs on his RV and sells
> ECU and reduction drives.  I got my engine mount for
> www.conversionconcepts.com <http://www.conversionconcepts.com>.  Nice
work.
>
> Please feel free to give me a call if you want to discuss it more.  Home
> is 713-991-0333, Office is 281-464-5297 and cell is 832-818-2355.  Or
> email, you know the address <g>.
>
> All the best,
>
> Chris
>
> [texasattorney.net]
>  -----Original Message-----
> From: reflector-admin@tvbf.org [mailto:reflector-admin@tvbf.org]On
> Behalf Of Milehitaz@aol.com
> Sent: Friday, April 18, 2003 4:59 PM
> To: reflector@tvbf.org
> Subject: REFLECTOR:Considering alternate engines
>
>
>
>     Hi folks..... thinking about options to the Lycosarus and
>     Continental.    I am in a very good spot in my build to go either
>     way.....finished with the RG and starting the fuel strakes in a XL/RG.
>
>     Is there a list of builders working with the rotary engines? I would
>     like to discuss the option off reflector with you. Please e-mail
>     directly at milehitaz@aol.com     Thanx in advance for your time and
>     input.
>     Larry Lambert
>


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