Rotax 912ULS is 125 lbs lighter compared to o-235. TBO of Rotax is 2000 hours though I know a fleet with 5000+ hours with top ends done at 2000. I'd take the Rotax for its weight and lower fuel consumption and keep the plane lite
Haha! Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. I don’t plan to have all of my videos in that format, but thought it would be fun to make something similar. ;)
As much as I love the Lycoming engine, the O235 is heavy for its power. For example the O320 is only 6 pounds heavier for about 50% more power! The Continental O-200 may have been a better choice for a 100 hp engine.
Well this plane produces 135HP, maybe a bit more. It does make the plane heavier for sure, but there are a lot of people that want old school Lycoming instead of the newer Rotax engines. It’s a personal preference, but amongst a lot of folks I know, they prefer the Lycoming.
@@Brian.Murray 135? The O235 is either 108hp, 115hp or if it’s the hopped up special one, it could be 125, but that’s not that common of an engine. I don’t know of any O235 that makes 135hp!
Indeed, they're rare! Its partly due to the electronic ignition, and it's the High compression variation of the engine. It also has a throttle body injection system instead of a classic carb. It's an estimate all around, but it's closer to 130-135.
Have you flown a Kitfox? What do you think about the Lycoming engine instead of a typical Rotax?
hard to beat the TBO on the O-235
@@feralchimp yeah because the overhaul cost on the O235 is really high! It’s cheaper or overhaul the O-320!
Rotax 912ULS is 125 lbs lighter compared to o-235. TBO of Rotax is 2000 hours though I know a fleet with 5000+ hours with top ends done at 2000. I'd take the Rotax for its weight and lower fuel consumption and keep the plane lite
Doug Demouro is going to send a cease and desist order for the Intro… Nice Job!
Haha! Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. I don’t plan to have all of my videos in that format, but thought it would be fun to make something similar. ;)
Too good! Always on the lookout for good Canadian aviation content.
This was great!
Thanks! I appreciate it! It was fun making it.
I think the plane was super heavy!
Love the Doug intro!
I’m glad someone caught that. Haha
Let’s play a drinking game…
Every time he says “we’re kinda heavy” DRINK!!!🤣
🤣🤣
GREAT video. 👍👍 so NICE to see CANADIAN GA content. SaWeet. Look forward to your next video.
I love making them! I appreciate the kind words.
Awesome video. I'm doing flight training out of Villeneuve, it was really interesting to see a video out of a familiar field
Awesome! Looking forward to seeing you out there.
Quick question, what are these aircraft like for cockpit leg room compared to say a Jabiru J170?
I’ve never been in a Jabiru, but I’m 6 ft and it’s fine. The adjustable pedals help.
@@Brian.Murray thanks for the info, I am 6"4 and am a tight fit in a Jabiru, hence why I was asking, no probs, cheers!
I’ve had my eye on this very plane for quite a while. I love the Kitfox, but it’s just too expensive for me. I hope it finds a good owner.
It’s a nice plane. It will be sad to see it go.
That's the one I want, with the O-235. I don't want, or care for gear boxes. Just my personal preference.
Yea, and burping the engine. What a weird concept!
So HEAVY x's 20
As much as I love the Lycoming engine, the O235 is heavy for its power. For example the O320 is only 6 pounds heavier for about 50% more power! The Continental O-200 may have been a better choice for a 100 hp engine.
Well this plane produces 135HP, maybe a bit more. It does make the plane heavier for sure, but there are a lot of people that want old school Lycoming instead of the newer Rotax engines. It’s a personal preference, but amongst a lot of folks I know, they prefer the Lycoming.
@@Brian.Murray 135? The O235 is either 108hp, 115hp or if it’s the hopped up special one, it could be 125, but that’s not that common of an engine. I don’t know of any O235 that makes 135hp!
Indeed, they're rare! Its partly due to the electronic ignition, and it's the High compression variation of the engine. It also has a throttle body injection system instead of a classic carb. It's an estimate all around, but it's closer to 130-135.
@@Brian.Murray Thanks for the reply’s!
What was the asking/sale price ?
I don’t know for sure what the final sale was but the asking was around $130k USD. I believe he got somewhere close to that.
Were you guys heavy?
Yep we were. Still within W&B tho.
😂 I got the joke (pilot said "and....we are SUPER heavy" at least 6 times)
Why is it super heavy with 2 people?
Full fuel, heavy engine, and I enjoy cheeseburgers.