Why build a FWF package for the RV-10?
The RV-10 is a perfect airframe for an engine such as the LS1. The LS1 and Geared Drives PSRU FWF Package is ideal for pretty much any application that would normally have called for an IO-540 or O-540. The LS1 engine package, ready to run with all accessories, including radiator, starter, alternator, oil and water, comes in about 20 lbs less that the O-540. So the old myths that auto engines are so heavy is not entirely accurate when you consider the modern auto engines of today. Too many have requested that we develop a firewall forward package for the RV-10 that would allow the owner to basically bolt the thing on, wire it up, hang the prop, and go fly. The noise from the public became so loud that we decided to develop this package. We have achieved our goal, and will unveil this package at Sun N Fun in Lakeland, FL in April, 2008.
