The Murphy Builders Site

Well guys, I'm still about 50 years from completeing my Rebel and with fuel prices going through the roof I have been relooking at installing the Rotax in my Rebel "when" I get to that point. The problem I feel is a may be a little on the heavy side to use this engine. I have been spraying every piece, prior to assembly, with 2-part epoxy primer as I plan on putting it on floats. I also built the wings with the 44 gallon tanks, and have plans to install Angus's cuffed leading edge. I wasn't as worried about the weight as I originally was installing an O-320. BUt now I am wondering if I will end up with a very heavy Rebel to be powered by the Rotax.

What is the average completed empty weight of a Rebel with the Rotax?

Also, I have another question for the airplane gurus on here. I have a 7AC Champ with an 0-235 in it and am thinking of putting an Aeromatic prop on it. Has anyone used one of these props? Also, has anyone ever thought about useing one on a Rebel? Just asking because I may still have to build with the O 320.

Thank you,
Keith R661


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