Rebel & O320

[Robert Johnson]

Anthony, I installed a O320 H2AD 160 hp in my Rebel "652". I did use the original one piece dual mag, but I did have to construct a cavity in the firewall to allow clearance. It has a bolt on cover from inside the cockpit that I can remove for access. In fact I can remove the mag completely from inside. I also had to modify the dynafocal engine mount I got from Murphy to clear the "hump" on the top backside. To me this is part of the "fun" of home building, finding ways to overcome these little challenges. I also installed a fitting and use a manual pre-oiler to safe guard the dry cam start-up these engines where famous for. If I can be of further help let me know. Do not shy away from this particular engine based on others bad comments.Every Engine has had some kind of problem at one time, but there is always a solution. Bob J. Rebel "652"-flying like a rocket.