A long term goal of mine is to build a Quickie. With an engineering/aerospace background I hope to modernize a few aspects of the design and build process.
One of these is to use a more modern powerplant. An idea has come to mind to use Briggs & Stratton's (vanguard) range of electronic fuel injected, electric start engines. https://www.vanguardpower.com/na/en_us/product-catalog/engines/small-block-vtwin-horizontal-shaft/vanguard--230-gross-hp-efi-etc.html
With what seems like adequate RPM, HP and weight values, it seems like a fairly ideal engine choice.
Briggs & Stratton are known for their reliability. An aircraft application will also be a lot kinder.
Of course it would have to be verified to have no oil problems at excessive tilt.
Curious to whether anyone has used one of these before or any general opinions.