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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>All:</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>I have been "lurking" on this thread, and feel
compelled to contribute - our list is a tremendous source of information, and in
this case, "trends"..</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>- when I returned to flying after
a six year layoff, the two stroke motor was very attractive to me. I
really like "plug and play"..... the simplicity was simply overwhelming in my
choice, even though the YS motors I used to run were, in looking back, "plug and
play"...</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>- I purchased the Focus ARF to
quickly get in the air, and of course was exposed to the Webra option through
the Piedmont setup by Lee Davis</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>-following nothing but problems with the Webra
motors (two of them) I have come to the following conclusions:</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>1. The Webra motor, when it is
setup and working, is fine. Problem is, for me it won't be for very
long. That's a real bother for those that burn much fuel. A
pattern motor should get hundreds, not dozens, of successful flights before
needing major work.....you know, having a prop spinning through completion
of landing. I use PowerMaster 15/16, OS F plugs, APC 17x12...typical
setup!</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>2. Webra needs to deal with the
pump and rear bearings... the rear bearings seem to be the source of most all of
my problems... when they start to go, particles of metal start ruining plugs and
scratching the cylinder wall. I have replaced one pump, and two bearings
so far in two motors. They are running fine for now, but again, I know
that the bearings will soon be going south.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>3. Horizon is wonderful in
support of the motor, but until Webra or an aftermarket company comes up with a
sealed/stainless rear bearing, Horizon is swinging a "leaded bat". The
rear bearings and their very limited life span make it difficult in a typical
pattern application....i.e. burning lots of fuel. </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>4. The pump seems to work fine as
long as the rear bearings are good.... at least for me, the rear bearings
have caused my problems..... the pump I replaced was done by Horizon
because in frustration, I totally took the pump apart, looking for
anything. Didn't find anything, but managed to destroy the pump. I
know why we aren't supposed to completely disassemble the pump - Horizon wants
to send them back to Webra for evaluation, and when they are not just
taken off the back of the motor, that's not possible. If you suspect the
pump, send it to Horizon. My experience with the pump is pretty
simple..... if you can make the motor rich, the pump is working just fine.
When it's working, all the mixture stuff is very easy to set....... and, I don't
run the mixture control carb on either motor...</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>5. I run the motor dry after use,
and have used, and have not used after run oil. If you fly a few times
each week, I think our motors should do fine by just being run dry.....sure, oil
'em up for storage, but not to fly tomorrow! </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>6. I agree with those that
suggest we shouldn't bang on a company.........some guys claim to have had no
problems! Trouble is, lots of people have..... As the owner of two motors,
headers, and pipes for these, I'm in no hurry to trash them! Quite the
contrary, I am anxious for there to be a solution! </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Did I mention the rear bearings?? Seriously,
that's the biggy for me. As soon as I get the header I ordered from Karl
Mueller, I will be flying with a new OS 1.40, EFI bearing set already
installed. The Webras will go in a drawer, pending bearing updates.
Based upon my experience and what I've seen as I've lurked on this thread, I'm
going to call this whole thing with the Webras a trend.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Regards,</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Bill</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Bill
Pritchett<BR>765-744-9322</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>