Rich. When it comes to replacing the crank at overhaul, I'd go with the O-200 STC. The O-200 STC requires new pistons and rods which you would have to buy/have magnafluxed anyway at overhaul. The main argument is that new parts are not a bad bid when it comes to reliability. Compared to a good C-85 crank, you'll pay maybe $1000 more, but that is new versus 50 years old. Hartmut
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Mon, 9 Jun 2008 03:14:38 +0000Subject: [ercoupe-tech] Overhauls and O-200 Cranks One last question as my engine trucks off for an overhaul tomorrow. Have any of you opted for the O-200 crankshaft STC on the C-85? My current crank is an ECI .020 STC which is the maximum turn down. The engine has about 900 hours SMOH in the early 1980's; bottom was redone about 500 hours ago (1997) with the ECI .020 crank and bearings (well documented). If the .020 crank comes back from inspection still meeting tolerances any long-term disadvantages for keeping it in the bottom? Would I be better off finding a yellow tagged .010 C-85 crank? Would upgrading to an O-200 crank STC be better long-term? Many thanks,Rich GreenN3881H, 1947 415-CD _________________________________________________________________ Enjoy 5 GB of free, password-protected online storage. http://www.windowslive.com/skydrive/overview.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Refresh_skydrive_062008
