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1. 01:41 AM - Re: Finger Brake cylinder seals (Alan Burrows)
2. 01:49 AM - Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle (Jeremy Davey)
3. 03:39 AM - Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle (SteveD)
4. 06:40 AM - Re: europa parts wanted (j t)
5. 07:06 AM - Re: Re: europa parts wanted ()
6. 07:40 AM - Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle (John & Amy Eckel)
7. 07:55 AM - Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options (UVTReith@aol.com)
8. 08:47 AM - Re: Re: europa parts wanted (Lmorgan822@aol.com)
9. 10:04 AM - Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle (Jeremy Davey)
10. 10:22 AM - Re: europa parts wanted (ctsmallwood)
11. 01:42 PM - Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options (Fred R. Klein)
12. 02:05 PM - Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle (DvdPar@aol.com)
13. 08:03 PM - Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options (Michael Grass)
14. 08:49 PM - Flight testing (Paul McAllister)
15. 11:21 PM - Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options (NevEyre@aol.com)
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Subject: | Finger Brake cylinder seals |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
Thanks Nev
That might be my problem I'll try it.
Happy New Year
Cheers
Alan
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
NevEyre@aol.com
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Finger Brake cylinder seals
--> Europa-List message posted by: NevEyre@aol.com
Hi Alan,
The reply was back off the collar by 0.030'' from fully tight. Secure
with a locking / sealing fluid [Loctite] Cheers, Nev.
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Subject: | Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jeremy Davey" <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
In fairness to the factory, I think that solution was applied worldwide!
Andrew, if Mike can't find those instructions, I'm sure that if you contact
the new factory, Andy will email them to you.
I'm not sure I'd like to fly in the one with the moved joggles on the
ribs... That bump is there for a reason :-(
Kind regards,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
"If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation."
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1250 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
DuaneFamly@aol.com
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle
--> Europa-List message posted by: DuaneFamly@aol.com
Andrew,
That was one of the OOPS! that was found in many of the kits sold. Here in
the States, the company had us remove the section of reinforcement on the
skin
and add a strip of foam covered by two layers of BID. I may still have the
written instructions if you need them.
I remember one builder that just repositioned the joggles at each rib.
Mike Duane A207
Redding, California
XS Conventional Gear
Just about to put the top on but still finding little things to do before
that.
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Subject: | RE: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle |
2.60 REPLY_TO_EMPTY Reply-To: is empty
--> Europa-List message posted by: "SteveD" <Post2Forum@comcast.net>
Andrew, the PDF file is posted at:
http://www.europaowners.org/dlman.php?func=file_info&file_id=102
If that link is broken, go to http://www.europaowners.org/
Downloads, Service bulletins, #8 =, 8 Port wing closure panel.
All manual updates, service bulletins, Manuals (upon request), that I have are
available. Also some of Grahams mods so you can see what's involved in the mod.
Steved
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Visit EuropaOwnersForum http://www.europaowners.org/
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Subject: | europa parts wanted |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "j t" <lansair4p@hotmail.com>
do u know exactly yet what u have
>From: "nigel charles" <nigelcharles@tiscali.co.uk>
>Reply-To: europa-list@matronics.com
>To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: RE: Europa-List: europa parts wanted
>Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2005 16:28:19 -0000
>
>--> Europa-List message posted by: "nigel charles"
><nigelcharles@tiscali.co.uk>
>
> >i am looking for europa parts for a rebuild of a crashed aircraft i
>have managed to save the top half of the fus and i have most componants
>for the cokpit module is there any one that has any parts the want to
>sell thanks<
>
>I am upgrading my Classic to XS status so have some Classic firewall
>forward parts available should they be of interest.
>
>Regards
>
>Nigel Charles
>
>
http://toolbar.msn.co.uk/
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Subject: | Re: europa parts wanted |
--> Europa-List message posted by: <peter.rees05@ntlworld.com>
I have a set of classic cowls, front leg (less tyre), 2 outriggers and a tail wheel
if interested.
P
>
> From: "j t" <lansair4p@hotmail.com>
> Date: 2005/01/06 Thu PM 02:38:40 GMT
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: Europa-List: europa parts wanted
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "j t" <lansair4p@hotmail.com>
>
> do u know exactly yet what u have
>
>
> >From: "nigel charles" <nigelcharles@tiscali.co.uk>
> >Reply-To: europa-list@matronics.com
> >To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> >Subject: RE: Europa-List: europa parts wanted
> >Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2005 16:28:19 -0000
> >
> >--> Europa-List message posted by: "nigel charles"
> ><nigelcharles@tiscali.co.uk>
> >
> > >i am looking for europa parts for a rebuild of a crashed aircraft i
> >have managed to save the top half of the fus and i have most componants
> >for the cokpit module is there any one that has any parts the want to
> >sell thanks<
> >
> >I am upgrading my Classic to XS status so have some Classic firewall
> >forward parts available should they be of interest.
> >
> >Regards
> >
> >Nigel Charles
> >
> >
>
> http://toolbar.msn.co.uk/
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Subject: | Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "John & Amy Eckel" <eckel1@comcast.net>
Jeremy,
I am the builder that Mike Duane referred to. I moved the joggles
in the wing ribs to accommodate the rib on the wing skin. My reasoning is
that it is not good to break the line of the skin rib with a joggle, but
better
to move the joggle in the wing rib so the rib on the skin would be
straight. I checked with Andy and Neville before making the change and
got their okay. I think this is a stronger solution, although the factory
fix will work
just fine.
The reason there is a rib on the skin is that during flight it was observed
that
the skin buckled between the ribs during high G maneuvers. The rib fixed
that problem.
If anyone is interested in more detail on how I did this I will be glad to
accommodate.
Regards,
John Eckel, A230
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeremy Davey" <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jeremy Davey" <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
>
> In fairness to the factory, I think that solution was applied worldwide!
> Andrew, if Mike can't find those instructions, I'm sure that if you
> contact
> the new factory, Andy will email them to you.
>
> I'm not sure I'd like to fly in the one with the moved joggles on the
> ribs... That bump is there for a reason :-(
>
> Kind regards,
> Jeremy
>
> Jeremy Davey
> Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
> Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
> PFA EC Member
> "If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it
> is
> possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation."
> Tail done
> Standard XS wings with mods underway
> CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
> 1250 build hours to date
> Intended fit:
> Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
> Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> DuaneFamly@aol.com
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Europa-List: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: DuaneFamly@aol.com
>
> Andrew,
>
> That was one of the OOPS! that was found in many of the kits sold. Here in
> the States, the company had us remove the section of reinforcement on the
> skin
> and add a strip of foam covered by two layers of BID. I may still have the
> written instructions if you need them.
>
> I remember one builder that just repositioned the joggles at each rib.
>
> Mike Duane A207
> Redding, California
> XS Conventional Gear
> Just about to put the top on but still finding little things to do before
> that.
>
>
>
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Subject: | Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options |
--> Europa-List message posted by: UVTReith@aol.com
In einer eMail vom 04.01.2005 06:20:42 Westeurop=E4ische Normalzeit schreibt
M.Grass@comcast.net:
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Michael Grass" <M.Grass@comcast.net>
Karl,
yes you are right. Sorry no diesel, it has a dual electronic ignition. For
some reason I must interpreted the constant toque over speed diagram and the
low fuel consumption as a diesel but reading the article again it is
defiantly not a diesel. The Engine still looks very interesting.
Michael Grass
----- Original Message -----
From: "KARL HEINDL" <kheindl@msn.com>
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "KARL HEINDL" <kheindl@msn.com>
>
>
> The M160 looks promising, but I can't find any reference that this is a
> Diesel.
>
> Karl
>
>
>>From: "Michael Grass" <M.Grass@comcast.net> Reply-To:
>>europa-list@matronics.com To: <europa-list@matronics.com> Subject: Re:
>>Europa-List: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options Date: Mon, 3
>>Jan 2005 16:53:46 -0500
>>
>>--> Europa-List message posted by: "Michael Grass" <M.Grass@comcast.net>
>>
>>A happy new year and a thank you to all who have a replied to my
>>questions.
>>
>>It for sure did not made my decision much easier but I still will likely
>>to
>>go with the 914 engine. At present, I can not come up with an economical=20
>>or
>>logical rather an emotional decision. Logical would be to buy an aircraft
>>Economical would mean to rent an aircraft. Emotional means to put in the
>>smoothest engine with the most power and altitude capabilities I can
>>afford.
>>
>>BTW, for all those who feel the need to go with an automotive engine,
>>there
>>is a German engineer working on an conversion engine from the European
>>SMART car. This engine is a turbocharged and fuel injected 82 hp diesel
>>engine with only 11 lbs more weight then the 912 (without the S) but has
>>much better torque / rpm characteristics. http://www.ecofly.de/ According
>>to the German flier magazine "Aerokurier 9/2004" this guy is currently
>>working on a 100 HP version and has plans to install it in to a Europa.
>>Maybe Bruno, the Europa distributor in Germany could shine a bit more
>>light
>>on this one.
>>
>>Graham, Yes, Jim Price is my tech councilor and also looked after Thomas
>>Scherer's bird. He is a very knowledgeable mechanical and electrical
>>engineer and is with me on my wishful dream to go with the lower
>>compression engine. Also I am very interested in the Kremen CS prop.
>>Fortunately I still can wait with the decision of the prop but think that
>>I
>>should order the FWF kit very soon.
>>
>>Michael Grass A266 Trigear, Detroit Mi
>>
>>----- Original Message ----- From: "Graham Singleton"
>><graham@gflight.f9.co.uk> To: <europa-list@matronics.com> Subject:
>>Europa-List: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options
>>
>>
>> > --> Europa-List message posted by: Graham Singleton >
>><graham@gflight.f9.co.uk> > > At 23:56 19/12/2004 -0800, you wrote: >>-->
>>Europa-List message posted by: "Michael Grass" <M.Grass@comcast.net>
>> >>What
>>makes more sense: To get first the 914 kit and then, if I change my >>mind
>>(means >>I cant afford the 914) upgrade to the 912? Or get the 912 package
>>and have >>left over's? I would hate to buy parts I do not need. If
>>somebody has the >>packing list from both that would be great so I could
>>see what I really >>would >>get from Europa. >> >>The last of the set of
>>questions: >>I know some of you where interested about the Kremen CS Prop.
>>Are there >>any Europas >>Michael Grass >>A266 Trigear, Detroit MI, > >
>>Michael > whose your tech councilor? Jim Price? He was Thomas Scherer's
>>remember > him? > Kremen is the cheapest and looks OK . I like the Arplast
>>(French) still > economical, > 914 is the smoothest engine and is very
>>good
>>at high density altitude. > Plenty of that in the West. > Graham > > >
>>
>>
>>Forums.
>>
>>
>
>
>
Hi friends,
the M160 is a 82 HP 3-Cylinder turbocharched petrol engine from smart
(Mercedes) and comes together with a Fly-Control System, called MIP-System.=20
This is
similar to the Rotax Fly-Dat, but can do much more. It will also prevent the
engine for overheating etc.
The engine drive shaft is operating via a cetrifugal clutch (out of the
motorbice racing business) a very strong tooth-belt and via this a strong made
prop shaft.
Otto Funk, the founder and (still) owner, together with his son of the
microlight planes FK 9, FK 14 etc. has developed the aircraft side of this =20smart
motor and founded for that the company ecofly.
They have flown a FK 9 with this M160 smart engine more than 1.900 hours and
stripped it down. There was anything like new.
The vibrations are very low and the prop will start to spin, when the engine
runs at about 1.200 rpm.
BUT:
This engine was not good enough for my baby (Monowheel XS).
The Mercedes-Benz tuner BRABUS has upgrated this nice engine to 102 HP.
At present ecofly has one of this engines on test in a FK 9 Mark 4 and will
get two smart-BRABUS engines during January, one for my baby and one for a
Katana!!!
I have supplied ecofly with a front part of the XS and the cowling last
year. They meanwhile have developed/constructed an engine mounting frame for the
Europa. We think, that we also can use the XS cowling without a lot of big
changes, as the intake openings are similar to the FK 9.
We estimate, that the complete firewall package up to the Prop
flange(engine, mounting frame, cowling, MIP-System and the starter box) will be
available
during spring time this year.
The complete price is not fixed yet, but will be definately by some thousand
dollars or euros below the 912S version.
At present they are using a fix Warp Drive Prop. All changes like adjustable
prop, if Kremen or Warp Drive will be possible and will be the decission of
the builder. Ecofly will offer up to the Prop flange.
But there is still a small problem for me. The engine do not have a direct
drive for a vacuum pump, but there is a belt drive available, normally used
for an air condition pump. But we will solve this point.
When we have made the installation and the first test runs etc. I will
report to whom, who is interested in this really good alternative.
I wish you all a happy successful and stressless new year with a loi of nice
flights.
Kind Regards,
Bruno Reith / Europa Aircraft Distributor
_www.europa-aircraft.de_ (http://www.europa-aircraft.de)
_www.ecofly.de_ (http://www.ecofly.de)
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Subject: | Re: europa parts wanted |
--> Europa-List message posted by: Lmorgan822@aol.com
I have a complete phase I kit; elevators, ailonrons, flaps, rudder, and associated
hardware. They were professionally constructed and finished. They are ready
for installation and paint.
Larry Morgan
503-804-5508
lmorgan822@aol.com
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Subject: | Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jeremy Davey" <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
John,
Thanks for the info - most interesting. If Andy and Neville OK's it, I'll
fly with you any time :-)
I'm sure you know where I was coming from - I've seen some dodgy work in my
time!
Cheers,
Jeremy
Jeremy Davey
Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
PFA EC Member
"If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it is
possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation."
Tail done
Standard XS wings with mods underway
CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
1250 build hours to date
Intended fit:
Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John & Amy
Eckel
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle
--> Europa-List message posted by: "John & Amy Eckel" <eckel1@comcast.net>
Jeremy,
I am the builder that Mike Duane referred to. I moved the joggles
in the wing ribs to accommodate the rib on the wing skin. My reasoning is
that it is not good to break the line of the skin rib with a joggle, but
better
to move the joggle in the wing rib so the rib on the skin would be
straight. I checked with Andy and Neville before making the change and
got their okay. I think this is a stronger solution, although the factory
fix will work
just fine.
The reason there is a rib on the skin is that during flight it was observed
that
the skin buckled between the ribs during high G maneuvers. The rib fixed
that problem.
If anyone is interested in more detail on how I did this I will be glad to
accommodate.
Regards,
John Eckel, A230
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeremy Davey" <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jeremy Davey" <EuropaFlyer_3@msn.com>
>
> In fairness to the factory, I think that solution was applied worldwide!
> Andrew, if Mike can't find those instructions, I'm sure that if you
> contact
> the new factory, Andy will email them to you.
>
> I'm not sure I'd like to fly in the one with the moved joggles on the
> ribs... That bump is there for a reason :-(
>
> Kind regards,
> Jeremy
>
> Jeremy Davey
> Europa Monowheel 537M G-EZZA
> Europa Club Vice-Chairman, Webmaster, PFA NC Representative
> PFA EC Member
> "If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, then it
> is
> possible you haven't grasped the severity of the situation."
> Tail done
> Standard XS wings with mods underway
> CM installed in fuse (with airbrakes fittings)
> 1250 build hours to date
> Intended fit:
> Rotax 914 turbo, Airmaster CS fully-feathering prop
> Lots of lights, buttons, switches, gizmos, and alarms
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> DuaneFamly@aol.com
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Europa-List: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: DuaneFamly@aol.com
>
> Andrew,
>
> That was one of the OOPS! that was found in many of the kits sold. Here in
> the States, the company had us remove the section of reinforcement on the
> skin
> and add a strip of foam covered by two layers of BID. I may still have the
> written instructions if you need them.
>
> I remember one builder that just repositioned the joggles at each rib.
>
> Mike Duane A207
> Redding, California
> XS Conventional Gear
> Just about to put the top on but still finding little things to do before
> that.
>
>
>
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Subject: | Re: europa parts wanted |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "ctsmallwood" <ctsmallwood@onetel.com>
Hi
If your Europa is a MonoI have,as new the kit .U/cart ,wheel etc as we
converted
to Tri gear on initial build
Regards
Colin Smallwood
Derbyshire 01773570329
----- Original Message -----
From: j t <lansair4p@hotmail.com>
Subject: Europa-List: europa parts wanted
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "j t" <lansair4p@hotmail.com>
>
> hi all
> i am looking for europa parts for a rebuild of a crashed aircraft
> i have managed to save the top half of the fus and i have most componants
> for the cokpit module is there any one that has any parts the want to sell
> thanks
>
> Express yourself with cool new emoticons
http://www.msn.co.uk/specials/myemo
>
>
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Subject: | Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Fred R. Klein" <fklein@orcasonline.com>
Bruno,
Thanks for your post...very interesting!
A couple of questions (indented as follows):
on 1/6/05 7:43 AM, UVTReith@aol.com at UVTReith@aol.com wrote:
>
> the M160 is a 82 HP 3-Cylinder turbocharched petrol engine from smart
> (Mercedes) and comes together with a Fly-Control System, called MIP-System.
> This is similar to the Rotax Fly-Dat, but can do much more. It will also
> prevent the engine for overheating etc.
> BUT:
> This engine was not good enough for my baby (Monowheel XS).
> The Mercedes-Benz tuner BRABUS has upgrated this nice engine to 102 HP.
What is the the source of the increase in power from 82 to 102 hp?
What is the weight of this puppy?
Fred
A194
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Subject: | Re: Wing top skin strip does not line up with joggle |
--> Europa-List message posted by: DvdPar@aol.com
Hi John,
I had the same problem with the wing rib joggles when it first appeared.
Also before the mod was published. I contacted Europa at that time and got the
OK to move the joggles in the wing ribs and made sure there was plenty of
Araldite around the area when applying the skin.
As I remember ther was certainly no more that an inch in the error.
Regards Dave Park
Manchester UK
PS Top on now, rudder hung, instruments etc next(XS)
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Subject: | Re: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Michael Grass" <M.Grass@comcast.net>
Fred,
just looking at the (German and UK) web site of the Smart car
Smart makes a statement that this motor weighs 60KG or about 132 pounds
http://www.thesmart.co.uk/index.html
engine
* 3-cylinder suprex turbo engine (698 cc) with charge cooler
* electronic power management
* softip - automated sequential 6-speed transmission
* softouch - automatic gear programme with kickdown function
* weighing in at just 60kg, this lightweight engine delivers excellent fuel
economy. It's also compliant with the EU4 exhaust gas standard, which means
you pay lower car tax. softip offers close ratios and optimised gear-change
sequences and softouch includes a kickdown function, enabling spontaneous
gear shifts via the accelerator.
The Smart USA website www.usa.smart.com give next to no useful information
other then that Smart will be here in Detroit at the Auto show in a few
days. Looks like they will push on to the north American market as well ,
means parts will be maybe available here then ?? :<) . BTW it is the
engine from the Roadster and is engineered by Mercedes Benz.
Starts to get more and more interesting
Michael Grass
A266 Trigear
Detroit, MI
----- Original Message -----
From: "Fred R. Klein" <fklein@orcasonline.com>
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Firewall choice and Rotax Engine order options
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Fred R. Klein"
> <fklein@orcasonline.com>
>
> Bruno,
>
> Thanks for your post...very interesting!
>
> A couple of questions (indented as follows):
>
> on 1/6/05 7:43 AM, UVTReith@aol.com at UVTReith@aol.com wrote:
>
>
>>
>> the M160 is a 82 HP 3-Cylinder turbocharched petrol engine from smart
>> (Mercedes) and comes together with a Fly-Control System, called
>> MIP-System.
>> This is similar to the Rotax Fly-Dat, but can do much more. It will also
>> prevent the engine for overheating etc.
>
>> BUT:
>> This engine was not good enough for my baby (Monowheel XS).
>> The Mercedes-Benz tuner BRABUS has upgrated this nice engine to 102 HP.
>
> What is the the source of the increase in power from 82 to 102 hp?
>
> What is the weight of this puppy?
>
> Fred
> A194
>
>
>
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Paul McAllister" <paul.mcallister@qia.net>
Hi all,
I just thought I'd let you know that I have published an update to my web site
detailing how I went about test flying my Europa. If you go to the left hand
pane you will see an expandable link titled "Flying Experiences"
http://europa363.versadev.com/
Cheers, Paul
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--> Europa-List message posted by: NevEyre@aol.com
Hi All,
My previous comments about running automotive power units at full power for
long periods still applies, these motors are fitted to silly little'' eco
warrior'' cars, usually driven by ''Greenpeace tree huggers'', they might do a
lot
to help prevent global warming, but looking at one [ addmitedly only from the
outside] I can't see it meeting our needs.
Before you all through your money away, wait until there are a 100 of them
flying, with over a thousand hours on each, then get your wallet out.
The mythical ''wonder motor'' is still a dream, this 'aint it .
Cheers,
Nev.
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