Hi Harry. Thanks for writing. You bring up several interesting points, especially about so-called the A and B models and the ERCO IL116 inline-inverted 4 cylinder and what might have happened had it remained the stock power plant. I think your message went only to me and the list should see your comments as well so I am forwarding there.
S. ============= Hi Steve, Thanks for the chart.....I have seen it before, and always want to comment. I realize it is not Your chart. I don't think there was ever any 415A & B, simply 415. Then there was the Continental engine installation, which I think became 415C. Its been difficult to confirm all of this, but from Fred's Bio, and other sources, I am convinced (at this time) this is the case. There is evidence that the # 415 resulted simply from a work order number..... Before the Continental engine, the Ercoupe was certified with the ERCO IL116 inline inverted 4 cyl engine. It was replaced by Continentals when they became available and were several hundred $ less expensive that the ERCO built engines. Shame, tho, for the IL-116 would probably have been developed into the more powerful engine we all want, and with the streamlined cowling, we probably would see the airspeeds claimed in the literature. Ha. Anyway, bottom, line --The Ercoupe is a great airplane - comparable with today's commercial production, and a lot of fun. Regards, Harry Francis 93530 Blacksburg, VA. ============= The chart Harry refers lists manufacturers, number built, dates of manufacture, original price, and engines of all 'Coupes, 1939-1970, and was on the list last week under this subject thread. It is also on Tom Laird-McConnell's very handy Web site at: http://www.iciclecreek.com/ercoupers/ercoupers_faq.htm Alternatively, I will send the chart as an e-mail attachment to anyone who requests it as a Microsoft Word 6.0 file, or plain ASCII text if preferred. regards, Steve ----------------------------------- Steve Greenhow Austin, Texas USA email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.realtime.net/~magbo/ (nom de plume "Downwind Jaxon") -----------------------------------
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