Why Was My EOS Quattro Paramotor Engine Replaced Under Warranty?

[@jeffmcdonald8373]

Thanks for the update on the EOS and also letting us know it was a pre-production model. Mine is a production model but still gives me some areas to keep an eye on once I'm able to get in the air (work and weather and preventing me finishing my training). Great video's as usual. Keep them coming.

[@trentwhitney8346]

Thanks! You will love the motor. Good luck with getting your training done. This is the best sport!

[@nunyabusiness7630]

Isn't pcv usually vented back through the intake? Gassed fuel, oil and so forth.

[@trentwhitney8346]

@@nunyabusiness7630 Yes, it typically is to burn it up for emissions purposes I believe.

[@lawrencebeckner1097]

Thanks for making this video. It's good to hear that EOS and Boise Paramotor have been good to work with. It sounds like this is going to be a great motor for us bigger pilots. Also, that Rotax 503 should be reliable. They built those for a long time.

[@trentwhitney8346]

Thanks much! Loving the Rotax!

[@williamrayburn5623]

Thanks for the video Trent. I appreciate all the info on the EOS motor. I'm hoping things continue to go well. I would like to get a 4 stroke eventually, keep your progress coming. Thanks again!

[@trentwhitney8346]

You bet! Thanks!

[@PatAir]

Thank you for this comparison, I appreciated your mentality: "if I want to fly, I have to do mechanics" on all engines it is a reality but having had one of the first EOS 150 with a lot of problems... I think that this brand should hold back its production even longer... Although I am rather a fan of the 4-stroke, the vibrations could affect its reliability. In any case, happy to follow you and good luck. (this is a translation from French)

[@trentwhitney8346]

Thanks! I'll keep you updated.

[@iKenFlyPPG]

Im not a big EOS fan, and I would still like them to succeed and make a good product. Basically any PPG engine maker, we all win when they continue to improve and compete with each other. Its a tough business, because the majority of us are value oriented and all these engines reflect this.

[@AndrewGlobus]

Thanks, Trant! Data on fuel consumption and engine RPM levels on different wings is very useful. Cruise flight on the EPIC 2 is indeed more comfortable but more slow.

[@trentwhitney8346]

No problem! Thanks!

[@Zwebx-oz3nf]

Thanks for the awesome video the immersion when going from a topic to the actual footage right there was awesome thanks for posting

[@trentwhitney8346]

@@Zwebx-oz3nf thanks!

[@ogcadam9096]

It was Brad Roper, he banned me too

[@idahoppgfilms]

Me too

[@londonivey]

Great video, thanks for putting information out there

[@trentwhitney8346]

You bet! Thanks!

[@NathanMellor]

Great information. I'm not nearly as mechanically skilled as you, so I hope for no problems that I can't at least diagnose. Some video of changing jets or checking valves would be great when you do that maintenance.

[@trentwhitney8346]

Thanks! So far it's been easy to work on.

[@mike413]

Thx for being that open and clear. Just got mine some days ago. Just one flight done due to bad weather at this time in my region. With regard to the Carb overflow tube. From my point of view it doesn´t make sense to route it above the Carb and then back down. Because when the Carb will overflow, it will not drain by itself! You may change that and route it being under the Carb to ensure being drained in case of. I think it was good that you mentioned, that you had a pre-prod engine. Mine is havong now all the improvements on it. And I´ll take your two recommendations to "tighten" the oil cooler and add a tube to Crankcase valve down to the bottom. I´ll keep in mind the leaks you had.... I´ll have a look on mine how it looks like. May you give me your cruise RPM and the prop (pitch/diamieter) you are using. Hope we will have good times with that engine! Thx Trent!

[@trentwhitney8346]

Good idea! I will re-route the carb drain. I honestly didn’t think about that. The prop is a J66L Red 3.5. 140cm. 5400rpm BGD Epic2, 6000 rpm BGD Luna2

[@idahoppgfilms]

Got banned as well sticking up for you and Z

[@trentwhitney8346]

Bummer- so sorry bro.

[@flierbill]

Great video, now I have to clean my motor.

[@trentwhitney8346]

Thanks!

[@anthonyburke5656]

The ideal Beta Tester, an OC mechanic

[@sldghamr58]

At 9:09 in video you were showing the exhaust. The exhaust looks cracked right below the flange in the video.

[@receopadajo]

Yes, on the right side underneath the connector

[@trentwhitney8346]

Ahhh - good eye! It's not through yet, but it's starting. I'll contact my dealer and get a new exhaust coming. Thanks much!

[@trentwhitney8346]

New exhaust is on the way! I have no complaints on EOS’s customer service. Boise Paramotors took care of it as the importer. Awesomeness!

[@ParamotorNC]

good stuff

[@trentwhitney8346]

Thanks!

[@stevehandley6988]

Trent, great update. I'm looking to upgrade my engine. Is the Quattro mature enough to warrant the price premium over a comparable 2-stoke?

[@trentwhitney8346]

I think there are enough out there that if people were having tons of serious issues it would be reported. I think overall people are liking the Quattro so far, but I can truly only speak from my experience.

[@papaalphalimaghost]

Sorry you're getting the hate, buddy. Often, the only means for some to elevate themselves is to put others down. Keyboard warriors at their best.

[@trentwhitney8346]

No worries! I just want to provide accurate information and have a platform where people can agree or disagree in fair discussion. Great talking today! Fly safe!

[@Hyperious_in_the_air]

I have a buddy that got one which had tons of issues before it blew a head gasket in less than 10hrs. The dealer that sold it basically told him to "deal with it" and that "he didn't have time to deal with his issues", then refused to answer any requests for warranty replacement. EOS really needs to work on vetting their dealer network in the US, as their current dealer is an asshole.

[@trentwhitney8346]

Man, that's a bummer. The response from my dealer and EOS has been awesome! I've since sold the Quattro and will be reviewing a Polini 202. I may buy another Quattro in the future. Cool motor!

[@marionavarro8229]

​@@trentwhitney8346Hello Trent, why did you sell it or just don't you want to use as your main engine? That makes me think it doesn't worth it..

[@trentwhitney8346]

@@marionavarro8229 Yes, I sold it. I wanted to test a couple of other engines. I sold it for a Polini 202 that I'm testing now. I will probably end up with another Quattro, but I'm waiting for some updates on the Quattro engine.

[@user-rf6pq9nd4t]

i have a EOS 100 booster ill sell for $ 600 older model but runs good

[@austin88326]

in one of the exhaust bolts rubbing? @3:44 mark specifically shows it

[@trentwhitney8346]

Cool! Thanks for your observation. No, I just checked. It's not touching. Also not touching when I run it. Looks like I scratched it with the wrench. It's a super tight fit to get a wrench on.

[@user-wi4rf7hl5r]

oil issue has never been solved from day one.

[@trentwhitney8346]

I think they have it solved now, but it was definitely a rough start. What kept me in my Quattro so long was the amazing customer service from EOS. I recently sold my Quattro as I want to review the Polini 202 against my Favtory R, and I have a garage full of Paramotors lol. I will likely get another Quattro, but I want to check out the Polini for a little while.