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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 but we’ll cover a few. Your aircraft was
designed around the 100cc twin gas motors. Also, we have provided a canister tunnel on our Edge for those
who desire quieter operation. Please consult the manufacturer for the installation of optional canister.
Your Edge540 will also accept lighter motors like the DA-85. If using the DA-85, attention should be paid to
your hardware installation as it may need to be mounted towards the front of the aircraft for proper CG.
We will cover the installation of two popular engine choices in this manual, the DA-85 and the DA-100 motors.
Follow your engine manufactures instructions for any additional guidance. Let’s get started!
Place an “
×
” to ensure task completion:
What you will need in this chapter:
A DA-100 mounting template found in the back of this manual or a DA-85 mounting template found
in the back of the DA-85 manual.
Not Provided:
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1-1/4” standoffs for the DA-100
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1-7/8” mount for the DA-85
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Four ¼-20 bolts 2-1/2” long for the DA-
100
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Four ¼-20 bolts 3-1/4” long for the DA-
85
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Four lock or compression nut with fender
washers
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An engine in the recommend size range
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4 ½ inch spinner
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Propeller
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A drill and drill bits
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Center punch
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Scotch tape for template
Also with the engine is installed, you will want
7-3/4
inches from the firewall to the spinner back plate for
proper cowl placement.
