jnmeade
Cleared for Takeoff
I'm thinking about building an E-AB. Engine options include new Rotax 912ULS, maybe a UL, less likely a Honda conversion, and very possibly a smaller "real" aircraft engine. Minimum 100 hp, max 180 but more likely 115-150. Would prefer to run on car gas.
I'm wondering about the prices involved in rebuilding a run-out engine as opposed to buying a good used one or even a new or reman.
Probably looking at the O-320-O360 range, nothing bigger. Maybe even an O-235.
Anyway, the bottom line question is what kind of experience can you offer about the expenses and any pitfalls of buying a run-out engine and doing an overhaul myself? I have the tools and the skills to do the work, just don't have much experience on aircraft engines.
It will go in an experimental.
I'm wondering about the prices involved in rebuilding a run-out engine as opposed to buying a good used one or even a new or reman.
Probably looking at the O-320-O360 range, nothing bigger. Maybe even an O-235.
Anyway, the bottom line question is what kind of experience can you offer about the expenses and any pitfalls of buying a run-out engine and doing an overhaul myself? I have the tools and the skills to do the work, just don't have much experience on aircraft engines.
It will go in an experimental.