1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 10:31 PM
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Why can't we have a mini Rotary? LOL
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 10:37 PM
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We do. Google for model airplane engines, forget who makes it, single rotor, very fun.
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 11:12 PM
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Like an actual working one that runs?
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 11:59 PM
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O.S. Engines makes a single-rotor airplane engine with a .3 cid (5 cc) displacement. Runs on methanol ("glo-fuel") with about 20% oil and 5% nitromethane. Not cheap at around $200, maybe a little more. A comparable piston engine runs about $50-$100, so the rotary isn't too popular.
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Old Jan 6, 2006 | 12:57 PM
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Old Jan 6, 2006 | 07:57 PM
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Anyone have a rotary mower or outboard ????
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Old Jan 6, 2006 | 08:13 PM
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hahahahaha that would be so kick *** to have a rotary lawn mower LOL
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Old Jan 6, 2006 | 08:28 PM
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I used to race a 12a powered Mini, does that count. He had it transversly mounted and used the Cooper transmission, freakin wild car.
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