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    Two-seat MiniMax?

    Would a Jodel D18 fit the bill? Plans are available, it is a true two seater on a VW, wood and fabric, 100’s flying in Europe. Rod1
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    New guy

    I primarily use the aircraft for long distance (by European standards) VFR touring. The MCR does 138kn at 18.5 lph but she has a very high hull value. A Jodel (for example) will do around 100kn at 21 lph but at ¼ of the hull cost. When I retire speed will be less of an issue. The wooden airframe...
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    New guy

    Still working on that. Having built a composite machine I will go metal or wood next with C 90 / O200 power. About 3000 hours max. Currently considering a Jodel, possibly a major referb / repair or take on a part built project. A full plan built jodel build is likely to take me 6000h so a bit...
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    New guy

    Hi I am a builder / pilot from the UK. I have built an MCR01; G-KARK I am just starting to look for my next project! Rod1
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    1/2 VW versus Briggs, Kohler, Generac V-Twins

    In Europe the B & S engine is gaining popularity fast but I think the issue you will have is weight. The B & S engine is 51lb! Luciole.co.uk Rod1
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