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Bob Condon wrote: OK, I'll take that challenge. At this time, the best engine combination is probably a C-85 Crankcase with an O-200 crankshaft. Advantages: 1. Does not need an STC for the airframe. 2. Uses the C-85 prop. 3. Does not need an electric fuel pump and related changes. 4. Creates an engine with the same displacement as an O-200, operating at a bit lower RPM. 5. Does not need the timing retarded to the O-200 spec. Probably generates more power than the O-200. 6. O-200 crankshafts are half the cost of a C-85 shaft. 7. Most O-200s have spent their lives in trainers and have 4000+ hours on them. 8. The FAA does not consider the change to increase the power of the engine. No recertification of the airframe will be necessary. Disadvantages: 1 You can't say your plane has an O-200 in it. Good luck with your engine search. You may find another coupe with a good engine and prop to use as a donor to build your plane. My I/A found one while looking at a piece of land that was offered as being a farm with airstrip. I think I recall that the owner still thought that the plane was worth a lot of money even though it hadn't flown in many years. It is located in Massachusetts if you want to look into it. Bob Condon __________________________________________________ To unsubscribe from this list please send mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ___________________________________________________________ T O P I C A The Email You Want. http://www.topica.com/t/16 Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Your Favorite Topics
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