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IO-320 Overhaul Recommendations
Also, the cowl flap and alternate air door control cables are getting very stiff, so we're thinking they should get new wires put in. What's the best source for these?
Thinking about going with Plane Power alternator conversion in a few years, so we're not doing anything to the generator except a general inspection and new brushes, but I think the main wire is getting brittle and should be replaced up to the nose. Is this a good idea or overkill?
Prop is also going to Tulsa to Intercontinental Jet Corp for overhaul. Their price was quite a bit below the one from Hartzell Service Center in Piqua, OH.
Any other general tips or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
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Re: IO-320 Overhaul Recommendations
Be sure to follow all break-in recommendations.
I'm an advocate of treating both engines equally, I'd do the left at the same time.
Patricia Jayne (Pat) Keefer ICS 08899
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Re: IO-320 Overhaul Recommendations
Kosola that did the basket O/H retired. Basket is complex - if not done correctly, big problems down the road.
Patricia Jayne (Pat) Keefer ICS 08899
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Engine Monitor
EDIT: looks like the Insight line would work well for this scenario. Either 2x G2 displays or a G4 twin for about $1,500 more. Any experience on this brand good and bad?
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