Property of Performance Aircraft Unlimited
Property of performance Aircraft Unlimited
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Chapter 5
Engine Installation
Your firewall is pre-mounted but our customers can select from a wide variety of engine choices. It is nearly
impossible to cover every engine installation choice in this manual. Your aircraft was designed around the 50cc
to 60cc gas motors. Also, we have provided a canister tunnel on your Edge for those desire quieter operation.
Please consult the manufacturer for the installation of optional canister.
We will cover the installation of the DA 50/60cc motor. Follow your engine manufactures instructions for any
additional guidance. Lets get started!
Place an “
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What you will need in this chapter:
A DA-50/60 mounting template found in the back of this manual.
Not Provided:
3” standoffs for the DA-50
Four ¼-20 bolts for the DA-50
Wood layered standoff for DA-60
Four lock or compression nut with
fender washers
An engine in the recommend size range
3-1/2
inch spinner
Propeller
A drill and drill bits
Center punch
Scotch tape for template
Also with the engine is installed, you will want the spinner back plate at lease 1/8
th
of an inch off the cowl for
proper engine placement. You may need to add a washer or two to achieve the correct distance.
DA-50/60 installation
The firewall is pre-marked so you'll just need to
center your motor in the "+". Take a ruler and
draw a line across the entire firewall for the
thrust line and offset centerline.