Herb, I developed a leak though several of the studs that hold the case together, not the case split itself. It was possible to re-seal the studs.
My initial response was to speak with my IA and with the overhauler and they both thought that "splitting the case" would be my ultimate solution. I came to understand that what that meant was completely disassembling the engine, but only replacing seals and gaskets and not doing some of the things which would be done during an overhaul - it would still be a $3,000 + job. I would suggest that if you have not yet done so, first be absolutely sure where the leak is coming from. Wash the engine thoroughly with solvent and thoroughly dry it. Then, fly for an hour and do a very careful inspection of what has oil on it. You may be surprised to find that it is not the split itself, which supposedly is not too common on Continentals. There was a good article on this very subject this month in "Light Aircraft Maintenance" magazine. If the problem is the studs, I may be able to suggest an inexpensive solution. David N6359V > "H. K. Sloane" wrote: > > > Since purchasing N94840 in January 1999 I have experienced > an oil leak at the bottom of the case... > One individual suggested having > the case "split"... __________________________________________________________________________ ______ To unsubscribe from this list please send mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _____________________________________________________________ Get your favorite topic delivered daily. http://www.topica.com/t/11
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