I debated putting this post in the Engines section but my question is a little more specific so I am leaving it here for now.
Also I am not looking to get into a debate about unleaded fuel or "if it will ever happen" because we are building these airplanes hopefully for a long future rather than the next 5-10 years only.
Does anyone know the feasibility of running the IO-390 on the proposed unleaded fuels that exist out there? I am thinking the GAMI one, but I am not as familiar with any others.
Let's assume that some modification could be done to the IO-390 (ignition, fuel pump/injectors, etc) to make it work.
Now, what about the EXP119 variant and changes that Vans made?
I am asking this because I chose the EXP119 and have the finish kit on order for January. If there is potential that we will need to switch eventually to unleaded fuel I am wondering if the EXP119 choice is going to limit this potential given the higher performance optimization.
If you were thinking of somewhat future proofing in this area, would the EXP119 be a good choice?
Also I am not looking to get into a debate about unleaded fuel or "if it will ever happen" because we are building these airplanes hopefully for a long future rather than the next 5-10 years only.
Does anyone know the feasibility of running the IO-390 on the proposed unleaded fuels that exist out there? I am thinking the GAMI one, but I am not as familiar with any others.
Let's assume that some modification could be done to the IO-390 (ignition, fuel pump/injectors, etc) to make it work.
Now, what about the EXP119 variant and changes that Vans made?
I am asking this because I chose the EXP119 and have the finish kit on order for January. If there is potential that we will need to switch eventually to unleaded fuel I am wondering if the EXP119 choice is going to limit this potential given the higher performance optimization.
If you were thinking of somewhat future proofing in this area, would the EXP119 be a good choice?