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  1. arks added a post in a topic Catalina with Hirth 2706   

    OK, all good info, especially the zip conversion- I wasn’t aware of it. It’s great news that there are so many good options! The price I got from recpower was for a direct replacement for what is in the plane currently, which I’m told is operating just fine. Just wanted to get a baseline on what those engines are valued.
    Looks like I may be taking a trip to see it soon. Thank you all for the info.
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  2. arks added a post in a topic Catalina with Hirth 2706   

    Well, they just sent me a replacement price of $12K, after a $1K “discount”.
    From research online it lists the  Rotax 100HP fuel injected 912iS at $26,800. Is the extra 35HP worth it?
     
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  3. arks added a post in a topic Catalina with Hirth 2706   

    OK that’s encouraging, thanks. I have sent an email to recpower for pricing.
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  4. arks added a topic in Avid Catalina   

    Catalina with Hirth 2706
    I’ve been looking for a few months and found one I like. Biggest issue for me is the Hirth engine. Research indicates they are not well regarded in the industry. Wondering if there are any others with direct experience with them. The one I’m considering has under 50 hours TT with oil and fuel injection. Is 65 HP enough to get the aircraft safely off the water when loaded to near max payload? 
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  5. arks added a post in a topic Eastern Pa. Here!   

    Thank you, Jim. Reading thru the forum, it looks like a nice group here and it’s great how much information is shared!
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  6. arks added a topic in Introduce yourself   

    Eastern Pa. Here!
    Just got approved by the moderators so here’s my intro!
    I'm recently retired and in the process of earning my PPL. I actually flew as a teenager (soloed at 16) but never got my ticket. It’s nice to finally have the free time needed. Eventually I’d like to buy an aircraft but may go Light Sport or ultralight, not sure. One thing I REALLY like are amphibians! I live near the Chesapeake Bay and have enjoyed boating it for many years.
    Looking around, I’ve discovered a few prospects, including the SeaRey, Icon (both$$$$), Adventura, Challenger (w/ floats) Excalibur, etc. BUT the Avid Catalina looks very interesting. I wish they were still manufacturing kits but that’s the way it goes. I realize to land on water another rating is required but that won’t stop me from buying one and using it at the airport until the rating is obtained. My flying will consist of local flights with the longest being maybe 150 miles to visit family, so I’d be content with a slower plane, but it must be 2 place for my princess!
     
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