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    I was wondering about people’s ideas on both the above engines. Thinking about a new aircraft but it has the Rotax 912uls in it. I’ve currently got a Jabiru 2200 80hp. The Jab engine has been extremely reliable and easy to work on. Theres plenty of room around it and most things are easy to get at for the minor servicing. It only uses 13 litres per hour, but I’ve always used avgas. You can use unleaded but fuel types can’t be mixed. Cruises at 90kts. The Rotax is heavier on fuel, around 17 litres per hour, but I’ve been told they run better on unleaded, and the fuel can be mixed if necessary. The engine seems considerably more complicated, and takes ap much more room, which I’m guessing makes it more difficult to do routine servicing. From what I’ve a heard parts also seem more expensive, so I guess annuals would be too. Also heard they are hard to start in colder weather? Does anyone know if the power is as good as the Jab (80hp v 100hp)? The Rotax cruises at around 80kts. Are they as reliable? Just interested to know others thoughts ... Jenny
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    Thanks flyboy
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    Also, has anyone ever negotiated for a sale, like you do with a car?
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    Am thinking (only thinking) of upgrading my aircraft. Thought if sales were low with manufacturers they might have end of year sales, special prices, offer discounts or throw in freebies like every other business does at time. But I’ve never heard of it happening with aircraft? Why not?
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    Jabiru overweight

    shajen replied to rendrag's topic in Jabiru

    Hi, I own a Jabiru LSA, empty weight of 270kg and with max weight of 430k. It doesnt give much to play with. So I can put 2 average people in, min fuel and taxi round a bit, or a lightweight pax and enough fuel for joyflight, or by myself with 65 litres and overnight bag. We have enquired about increasing the weight limit to 470kg, but were told that there wouldn't be any weight increases available on these older models. So we play with what we've got! Hope this helps
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    Few years ago got back into flying and got my Jabiru LSA. love flying it and it’s great reading everyone’s posts.
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    Hi FBB, out of interest, did you live in Qld and fly hang gliders? I used to know a FB from there. enjoy your flying.
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