Installing Lesley V12 Engine into P51 Mustang

[@cal-native]

Quite a few unbelievable comments here🙄. This is a MAJOR achievement in model engineering. A functional 12 cylinder engine has been an unobtainable dream for many in the RC community, and this gentleman has pulled it off. Congratulations my friend!👍

[@justanotherguy469]

You can buy a V-12 as well.

[@PhiltechEnterprises]

Thanks for your kind words, it has taken a good part of my working life to achieve it.

[@cal-native]

@@PhiltechEnterprises sorry you happen to have some loser trolls on here. They've done nothing of significance in their lives and it seems the only joy they get is to tear others down. I was an aerospace engineer working with exotic materials in the 80s/90s and so can appreciate true accomplishments 👍😉.

[@skysurferuk]

That engine... Is... A.. Thing...Of beauty! Thank you for showing it to us.

[@jacoblanglois]

this is incredible craftsmanship, well done.

[@higgs923]

Brilliant! Retired machinist here, much respect for your meticulous work.

[@TobinTwinsHockey]

This is spectacular to even dream about, but to have achieved it? Unreal. Congratulations on a fantastic build.

[@HAWAII-uh7sc]

You are truly an engineer, you are off The charts... and I don't think there's too many guys with your technology..... Awesome work, congratulations.and Aloha.

[@allengentz7572]

You are a top engineer, beautifully made engine a pity I never got to purchase your much smaller engines. They too were gems.

[@potrzebieneuman4702]

I had no idea such a thing was even possible...my mind is suitably blown !.

[@pdspartner1]

This is a remarkable accomplishment! What a beautiful piece of engineering and machining. So impressive. I would think this engine is easily capable of powering a 1/4 scale P-51 or Spitfire. The larger size would make installation easier, too! Well done!

[@shropshirehistory908]

I’m in awe…this is awesome….I want one for both my 1/6th scale mk5 spitfire and mk1 hurricane…only thing I’d want to change (for aesthetic purposes more than anything) is the exhaust manifolds as the manifolds were 2 into 1 on the Rolls Royce so it looked like 3 exhausts on each side not 6..apart from that this is an impressive bit of work bud nice job!

[@Charles-d8z]

I built a 1/4 scale Bud Nosen P51. back some 30 years ago. I used a 20cc type weed wacker engine with a 24 inch prop. This is crazy cool stuff. The bigger and more powerful RC planes are often easier to fly because they penetrate upper air winds you don't notice from the ground. This man is something else. I gave up the hobby and only building electric type Guillows' Kits. The art of this hobby is building the plane out of the box and understanding. His Point to consider on the weight and CG he placed batteries and other electronics in the Tail end. Top flight is a pre assembled build. Bud Nosen is 4 months or more. Most of the wood in a Bud Nosen kit was junk. Back then the kit was only 125.00. I hate to mention on landing you have flaps and landed way to fast. When in doubt based on wind direction get directions from tower control

[@deanedeane4318]

Wow that's one seriously Awsum piece of art , beautiful beautiful !!!😉😎

[@daykin17]

This is such a cool piece of engineering.....bravo to you Philtech

[@MJPilote]

Very interesting design, individual cylinder pairs with their own carb. Not needing a blower to work the transfer like in some multi cylinder two strokes. Ball bearings between cylinder blocks? Very serviceable system, you loose one cylinder or pair and not needing a completely new crank case. Respect from a fellow engineer.

[@zbigniewulan7508]

Fantastic model of the P51 V12 😻

[@Mike-01234]

Always wanted to see a V12 model P-51

[@rsquared9703]

About time someone does something awesome!

[@michaelgautreaux3168]

E-Gad 😳! This is unbelievable! 👍👍

[@memememe2674]

That engine and cooling, ignition, electronics and battery in no light weight for sure

[@rc-fannl7364]

Even inside it's looking like a real plane, with this radiator system and all

[@michaelbarone3377]

How’s will this plane ever hold up in a proper high altitude dogfight against 109s and 190s without fitting a supercharger!

[@trulymichiganaerialrandycl4873]

Absolutely amazing! How can I get that engine for my 1/5th scale Mustang Sally?

[@shredwell2326]

very very cool, well done sir.

[@youtubemademecreateanewcha6965]

Beautiful!

[@ianmyles9025]

fantastic ! - most impressive

[@theflyingfool]

That's very impressive!!

[@jhettish]

exceooent work and installation design

[@erezhochma5731]

Awesome p51

[@paullinn1405]

Very nice work!

[@PaddyPatrone]

Just realised its a 2 stroke engine. Doesn`t that delete the purpose of having a scale V12 engine for such a plane? Not downplaying your engineering here, your work is amazing. I was just thinking, If I wanted a scale V12 for my RC plane, I would want it to be a 4 stroke engine. Sure thats more complex an heavier, but also... even more awesome I would say. 🙃

[@PhiltechEnterprises]

I went with 2 stroke for the power to weight ratio and simplicity and perhaps the limitations of my engineering abilities. The 4 stroke multi-cylinder model engines tend to have a low power output. I have not heard of any 4 stroke V12 model engines actualy powering a flying model but would be intersted if you know of any. However, eventually I would like to have a go at a 4 stroke version.

[@robertwalker7457]

Very interesting. Thankyou.

[@kurtbilinski1723]

Good lord... I was nervous enough flying RC aircraft with ordinary engines. To have this in it would turn an otherwise enjoyable and relaxing activity into a real stress test!

[@kennethhamilton5633]

Like owning a Ferrari, take stay in yo lane and be situationaly aware and don't be a F and F groupy. ANY expensive car,picture,house, watch,body should be handled with care not fear and anxiety, takes all the joy out of the experience🥺

[@kennethhamilton5633]

If you cant afford it when it breaks leave it be😊

[@malcolmcarter1726]

Thing of beauty. But is it a 2 or a 4 stroke? Liquid cooling and electric start is totally epic! Good on you mate for making dreams come true.

[@yf222000]

The engine itself overshadowed the whole plane.

[@alfredrondorf8717]

Holy mother 😍🥰🥰🥰

[@altair7001]

Your coolant line is kinked between the Y fitting and the firewall. That line also looks way too small to supply appropriate coolant flow for 12 cylinders. Likewise, the fittings on the radiator should be enlarged to match the bigger line. And all hose connections should be safetied in place, not just hand-pushed in place, particularly with silicone hose which is so easy to pop out.

[@4kgaming608]

I want one! Are they available for order?

[@mihahorvat1165]

Where can i buy this? 😁

[@R.B_B]

That engine is in my wish list! What is the P-51 manufacturer?

[@keinmori6672]

1:55

[@R.B_B]

@@keinmori6672 The classic TOP FLITE

[@kkteutsch6416]

I can barely imagine how much costs this engine..

[@kkteutsch6416]

What's the time of flight with this fuel tank ?

[@PhiltechEnterprises]

5 min at full throttle

[@spolo123]

​@@PhiltechEnterpriseshope to learn soon the price once it hits the market!

[@klmelj]

Nice!!!!!!

[@othername1000]

Hp?

[@PhiltechEnterprises]

I estimate it delivers about 4.5 HP. I am currenly working on increasing the power output.

[@ramblingadventures]

I’d rather add cylinders to the front of a 1:5 scale model than pounds of lead to balance it.

[@RobertJackson-vc9rk]

it's not show the parts to get the ENGINE to run, it's the parts to get the ENGINE to fit.

[@airplanegeorge]

either a colossal waste of time, or a great way to get away from the wife

[@johngriffith2232]

Title is misleading. It implies that this is about a "Real P-51" and it is a model airplane.

[@monsieurcommissaire1628]

Duh Duh🤡Duh Duh

[@thatairplaneguy]

That’s really neat but that’s such a convoluted mess and arbitrarily heavy on such a small model.

[@RamblerMan68]

Tell us you're a d bag, without telling us you're a d bag. 🤪