Is a DLE-61 any good?

[Bartman]

Been looking for a DA-60 but if that doesn't come through is the DLE-61 any good? I know the 110, 55 and 30/35 were popular but the chinese manufacturers don't necessarily nail it with every try.....so is the 61 safe or a dog?

Thanks!
Bart

 

[pawnshopmike]

I was wondering the same thing. Thought of you when I saw a good deal on the 61 on that "other site", but I have no experience with them. For $50 bucks more I'd be tempted to try out that DLE 60 Twin. It looks like a good deal too.

 

[Bartman]

only problem with a twin is it's less power for more weight. other than that i've really LOVED the sound and smooth running twins I've had.

hmm, don't be buying me out over there

 

[Bartman]

i just missed a DA-60 from @Notorious B.E.N. by a day!

if anyone needs a really nice Zenoah G62 for a warbird project, i've got one for sale.

 

[Notorious B.E.N.]

@Bartman, I would also look into the EME 70. I've heard good things about it and it's only $70 more than the DLE 61.

 

[BalsaDust]

I think @Terryscustom had a DLE 61 on his PAU Sukhoi he used to have. Pretty sure he was really happy with it but maybe he will weigh in to give his opinion.

 

[combat chicken]

Go with the DLE61. I'm putting one on my pilot edge 540. Would not risk that airframe if i was not confident in the power plant. @emtp275 has one on his EF yak ,I think, and it runs like a champ.

 

[Bartman]

Thanks guys,

went ahead and bought it used so we'll see how it does. it'll be a big weight savings over the G62 it is replacing and i'll be able to remove the weight in the tail so i'm excited.

bart

 

[49dimes]

I just bought my second 5 year motor.........EME 60. Go with the DLE 61..........It's a 5.1 year motor!

Seriously though.........EME, DLE, DA. Which one??? Why??? How much???

EME- Very good power, VERY Reliable, Least expensive. Great customer support. Smooth running engine.
DLE- Very good power, Very reliable, A wee bit lighter, cost 100 bucks more. Smooth running engine.
DA- Excellent power, Very reliable, shiny, Light, cost's the most. Super customer service. No muffler included.

Now I have seen where import pricing has gone up on the EME line and the 60 is about 420 to your door through China retailers.
However.....Mike still sells them for LESS! A few good guys have had some issues with the EME 55 but nothing a new 55 would not fix .

 

[Bartman]

I noticed that the EME engines are less money but I'm inclined to buy used. Was going to spend the extra money for a DA but there aren't any to be found and I can't afford a new one at the moment.

Thanks!
Bart