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  Rotax 912 - 80-hp - Zenith Aircraft Company
Manufactured by Bombardier's Rotax subsidiary, the Rotax 912 is a new-generation light aircraft engine.
The engine is FAA-certified in the United States (though builders of experimental aircraft typically install the non-certified model, the Rotax 912 UL).
The high-quality exhaust system is developed to provide years of maintenance-free operation, and is custom-made for the ZODIAC series and the STOL CH 701.
www.zenithair.com /kit-data/zac-rtx912.html   (404 words)

  
  Rotax aircooled aircraft engine troubleshooting, Rotax 185, 277, 377, 503 troubleshooting reports Volume 2
The exhaust system supplied by Rotax is specially tuned, to provide the best performance and reliability possible, some manufacturers in adapting this exhaust system to their design have changed the tuning length of the exhaust to better fit the cosmetics of their design.
Rotax has introduced a new engine cowling for use on the 377,447, and 503 engines which directs more air to the magneto cylinder, making for a cooler running engine.
Upon closer examination it was found that the aluminum intake manifold, on the single carburetor equipped 377/447/503 had cracked in the area of the bolts used to fasten it to the cylinders or at the point where the outer half of the manifold joins to the inner half on the 503.
www.ultralightnews.com /enginetroublshooting/rotaxtr/trrtx2.htm   (2970 words)

  
  Rotax - Biocrawler   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Rotax is an Austrian engine manufacturer, founded in 1920 in Dresden, Germany.
In 1970 Lohner-Rotax was bought by Bombardier, thus allowing Rotax to further develop its motorcycle motor section.
Other important dates include 1962, when a Rotax engine was first installed in a snowmobile and 1989, when Rotax received Type Certification for its 912 A aircraft engine.
www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Rotax   (169 words)

  
 Rotax Ltd. - see also CAV manufacturer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Rotax Ltd., Willesden Junction NW10; merged with CAV.
Rotax was formed by the Aron brothers and went through several name changes and manufacturing locations the last of these being the former premises of the Edison Phonograph Co in Willesden west London in 1913.
At the end of 1925 the Aron brothers suggested that Lucas and Rotax should jointly take over CAV which was in financial difficulties at that time.
www.radiomuseum.org /dsp_hersteller_detail.cfm?company_id=6533   (227 words)

  
 Rotax Engines
The 115 hp turbo-charged Rotax 914 is also very popular with customers who wish to fly at altitude.
Rotax two stroke power units are available with 3 different types of integral gearboxes.
Rotax two stroke engines can be supplied with a noise reduction package consisting of air intake silencer and filter, and an exhaust after muffler in addition to the matched exhaust and silencer.
www.skydrive.co.uk /sd_re.asp   (406 words)

  
 Rotax Engines and Motorcycles
Rotax have been responsible for many highly successful engines including those which power BMW's F650, the narrow-angle V-twin in Aprilia's formidable Mille, numerous twin-cylinder twostrokes used in powered hang-gliders and a range of horizontally-opposed four-cylinder aero engines.
Rotax fourstroke singles are used in the extremely robust Armstrong machines, both civilian and military, and in modern MZ machines.
Rotax engines were also used in late-model Cotton road racers.
www.cybermotorcycle.com /euro/brands/rotax.htm   (255 words)

  
 2005 Msquared Utah Rotax Max Challenge
Rotax Max is a new approach to kart racing.
The 125cc Rotax Max produces roughly 29 horsepower and laptimes are only slightly slower than the much more complicated, expensive and difficult to drive 80cc shifter karts.
Each authorized Rotax Max distributor is required to hold a Rotax Max Max Challenge series for their region.
www.msquaredkarting.com /maxchallenge/main/maxdetail.html   (544 words)

  
 ROTAX-MAXCHALLENGE - Malaysia/Langkawi
Rotax test and development driver Darrell Smith took the RM1 drivers and mechanics through some of the basic set-up aspects of the 2-speed direct drive kart, prior to their initial practice session.
Rotax join together with everyone concerned in thanking their distributor Arnaldo and Rui from Korridas e komphania and Mr Chicharro and Mr Primitivo from Gran Karting Club, Lanzarote along with all their associated sponsors and staff for being part of the success behind this tremendous karting achievement.
Rotax would also like to extend their thanks to the major sponsors behind the racing, who have maintained their valued support for the Rotax Grand Finals 2004.
www.maxchallenge-rotax.com /events/Lanzarote/Lanzarote_lanzarote.html   (2472 words)

  
 Canadian Karting Rotax News
Nor in truth is it just about Rotax, although when the VP and General Manager of a company takes time away from the office you’d better believe they have something worth hearing.
Rotax’s DD2 engine, mated to their RM1 chassis has grown steadily since the ’02 debut.
Alright so it’s not an entirely altruistic move on the part of Rotax to open up the DD2 class, but it certainly isn’t one driven solely by greed, and those standing to gain the most are still the competitors themselves.
www.canadiankartingnews.com /rotax_news.php?id=1019   (720 words)

  
 Rotax 582 UL aircraft engine, installation and accessories pricing and options
Rotax 2-stroke aircraft engines produce their power at high RPMs.
A major part of the noise of a Rotax 2 stroke aircraft engine is the clatter emanating from the carburetor's throat.
This particular one is an original Rotax model with a level sender which can trigger a low oil warning light on the instrument panel.
www.rotaxservice.com /rotax_engines/rotax_582UL.htm   (1051 words)

  
 04/05/05 - Rotax Declares Four-Stroke Engines ASTM-Compliant   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
BRP Rotax GmbH has issued a declaration of compliance for its 912 and 914 series engines, stating that its four-stroke engines meet ASTM Standard 2339-04 for engine design and manufacture.
Rotax engines are one of the more common engines used in many ultralights and light-sport aircraft.
Rotax is currently working on finalizing the documentation for two-stroke engines and will issue a declaration of compliance for those engines at a later date.
www.sportpilot.org /news/050405_rotax.html   (136 words)

  
 FYI - BRP - ROTAX EUROPEAN KARTING CHALLENGE READY FOR ACTION!
As usual with Rotax racing, it gives the HRS team a cost-effective way of competing in an environment that other classes of karting are not able to, without the need to spend considerably more.
While the team supports other classes in karting, the Rotax classes are the core to the success of the business and team, with Rotax engine preparation and sealing complementing an active kart shop based at the Warden Law circuit near Sunderland in the NE of England.
In fact, HRS has been represented at every one of the Rotax Max World Finals, coming close to breaking the South African domination on several occasions, with their drivers finishing in the top four at the last 3 events.
www.e-kmi.com /FYI/072505/072705_fyi_BRPRotax.cfm   (961 words)

  
 Rotax   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
To be given the opportunity to host such a world-class event is testament to the ability of Malaysia and her people to comply with international standards of management and hospitality.
Ever since Malaysia made a concerted effort to promote motorsports in the country, we have been relentlessly trying to build homegrown talents so that we may then be able to raise champion drivers to compete international motorsports events, instead of being mere event stagers.
Although we did not win the Rotax Max challenge last year, we are confident that we will be able to land better results this year, especially with the wonderful talents our races posses.
www.morac.com /rmgf/rotax-patron.htm   (300 words)

  
 eKartingNews.com :: View topic - OFFICIAL RELEASE: ROTAX Prep
Much has been invested to insure the success of the ROTAX program and it is our duty and responsibility at SSC to protect this investment and insure the program continues to grow.
This practice of misleading customers who bought into the Rotax program with a clear understanding that the engine seal was the guarantee of an equal playing field strikes at the heart of what the Rotax program is all about and will not be allowed to continue.
Rotax is currently reviewing websites and printed advertising of all Dealers and Service Centers and if such offers are being made by a dealer a warning will be issued to that dealer that unless such advertising practices are immediately stopped, no additional seals will be shipped to the dealer.
www.ekartingnews.com /viewtopic.php?t=43307   (602 words)

  
 Rotax 912ULS, 4 stroke aircraft engine
The Rotax 912 ULS is not simply an 81 HP 912 UL with different pistons.
Through careful research and development, Rotax has made many design changes and improvements to obtain performance increases while maintaining the same external dimensions.
Same as Rotax 912 ULS2 but fitted with propeller shaft that would allow the engine to be converted to a 912 ULS3 for use with a constant speed propeller.
www.kodiakbs.com /engines/912ULS.htm   (166 words)

  
 DPE :: Engines - Rotax   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The ROTAX FR125 MAX engine range is the official engine for ROTAX MAX Challenge.
The most common failure we see is the big end and although it is still comparatively uncommon, it is arguably the weak point of the engine.
To ensure the engine componenets have the longest possible life span, the engine must be sudject to a defined running-in period at first operation of engine or after a repair of the crnkshaft or displacement parts.
www.dpeng.com.au /Rotax.html   (803 words)

  
 BRP-Rotax
ROTAX aircraft engines have truly revolutionized the aircraft industry.
ROTAX, the world's leading supplier of aircraft engines for ultra-light and lightweight aircraft, continues to soar onwards and upwards.
Our 4-stroke 4-cylinder boxer engines, with advanced design and superior weight/performance ratio, have propelled the experimental, ultra-light, lightweight aircraft and motor-glider segments to heady new heights.
www.rotax.com /en/Engine/2004/Aircraft   (65 words)

  
 Rotax   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
To be held at the Morac International Karting Circuit, the event is the climax to the annual Rotax Max Challenge competition, an event featuring a worldwide series of kart races.
The national RMC is organised by the authorised Rotax distributors in each country to determine the best driver to represent their country in the Grand Final which was last held in Lanzarote, Spain.
The basic intention of the Grand Finals of the RMC is to apply the Olympic spirit to an international semiprofessional kart racing series.
www.morac.com /rmgf/index.htm   (269 words)

  
 The Rotax Decision
The Rotax 914 does include a complete exhaust system as part of the Turbocharger system at the listed 154 lbs., while the Rotax 912 is listed with no exhaust system (as supplied by Rotax).
All Rotax two cycle engines come complete with a tuned exhaust system that is responsible for a large part of the engine's performance characteristics.
Rotax two cycle engines are not that complicated that the average owner can’t do most of their own work.
www.800-airwolf.com /pdffiles/ARTICLES/decision.htm   (2840 words)

  
 rotax
"Rotax Max is more than a karting class based around a spec engine, it is the embodiment of a return to the art of racing.
The Rotax is very competitive, popular, and has proven to be very reliable in that class too.
Since the Rotax engines have on-board electric start, there is no need for push starting, rope tugging or electric starter lugging.
www.bergfeltracing.com /rotax.html   (777 words)

  
 American Snowmobiler magazine - AMSNOW.com Online - Bombardier celebrates 5-millionth Rotax engine - AmSnow staff
The Rotax engine model 165 increased the maximum speed of snowmobiles at that time by 30%.
Rotax engines are delivered to Valcourt in Québec, and Rovaniemi, Finland to power both Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles.
Rotax manufactures four stroke motorcycle engines, engines for the kart industry and light aircraft technologies.
www.amsnow.com /sno/default.aspx?c=a&id=1487   (236 words)

  
 Iron Rock Raceway - Austin, TX - Rotax Max Challenge
Rotax practice nights are second and fourth Wednesday evenings at 6 pm and are open to both members and the public.
A Rotax Max Membership and Rotax License is required to qualify for the Champ Car Rotax Kart Challenge.
The Rotax Max Challenge is run in more than 41 nations, and its popularity continues to grow.
www.ironrockraceway.com /evrotax.php   (402 words)

  
 Pro-Karting > Rotax
Whether your goal is to compete at the highest level or enjoy a weekend of racing with friends, the Champ Car Rotax Kart Challenge is for you.
It all starts at the local level and through a feeder system of local, regional, national, and world championships participants get the opportunity to test their skills against the best pilots in the world.
The average Master class driver is in his 30's to 40's, middle to upper management, well educated, looking to suffice his need for speed but not wanting to invest a lot of time or money.
www.prokartshop.com /prokarting/home/rotax/default.asp   (248 words)

  
 Rotax 912S - 100-hp - Zenith Aircraft Company
Zenith Aircraft Company recommends the 80-hp Rotax 912 or the 100-hp Rotax 912S as the standard powerplant for both the ZODIAC CH 601 series and the STOL CH 701.
The new 912 S is a 100 HP* version of the certified 81 HP 912 engine, with the same external dimensions as the standard Rotax 912.
Zenith Aircraft Company supplies complete firewall-forward packages for the Rotax 912S powerplant installation, including the engine, engine mount, fiberglass engine cowl, exhaust system, liquid cooling system, electrical system, propeller, all all other accessories (available only to builders of Zenith Aircraft kits).
www.zenithair.com /kit-data/zac-rtx912s.html   (455 words)

  
 Rotax aircraft engines, Kodiak Research Ltd.
However, there is an inherent risk in the use of Rotax® engines in aircraft and in the operation of aircraft generally.
The operator of any type of aircraft powered by Rotax® engines assumes any and all risk relating to such use.
Accordingly, use of the information herein is at the user's risk and Kodiak disclaims any responsiblity for any errors or omissions.
www.kodiakbs.com   (149 words)

  
 Ocala Gran Prix - Rotax Max
The engines are sealed by an 'Authorized ROTAX distributor' or their 'Authorized ROTAX Service Centers', and they are the only ones allowed to check, service and reseal the engines.
ROTAX MAX endeavors to provide, at club level, performance approaching that of conventional 125cc racing karts combined with low running costs and low noise levels.
While there is a ROTAX class for every age, the typical ROTAX driver is in his mid 30's, middle to upper management, well educated, has the need for speed but doesn't want to invest a lot of time or money.
www.ocalagranprix.com /rotaxmax.php   (582 words)

  
 Rotax 912S, 4 stroke aircraft engine
The Rotax 912 S is not simply an 81 HP 912 F with different pistons.
Through careful research and development, Rotax has made many design changes and improvements to obtain performance increases while maintaining the same external dimensions.
Same as Rotax 912 S2 but fitted with propeller shaft that would allow the engine to be converted to a 912 S3 for use with a constant speed propeller.
www.rotec.com /engines/912S.htm   (180 words)

  
 Diamond Katana Review -- DA20-A1 Rotax-powered
I.e., the Rotax does not seem to be prone to carb ice.
The Rotax engine will be unfamiliar to the vast majority of American airplane mechanics.
Best to change oil every 25 hours to prevent lead fouling, with an oil filter change every 50 hours unless you fly infrequently, in which case the filter should be changed at 25 hours along with the oil.
philip.greenspun.com /flying/diamond-katana   (2449 words)

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