Had a good look at the XP400 engine, and if I had an Elite floatplane, this
would be the engine I would be going for. It is only 25 pounds more than the
XP360, but gives you 220 hp. You can get a high compression version all the
way up to 250 hp, which might be good for a Yukon or Super Rebel.
I would put it in my Rebel too, if I knew it wouldn't tear off my tail.
Walter
-----Original Message-----
From:
mike.davis@dcsol.com [mailto:
mike.davis@dcsol.com] On Behalf Of Walter
Klatt
Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2007 7:28 PM
To:
rebel-builders@dcsol.com
Subject: RE: [rebel-builders] Engine for sale
No, the 390/400 are the angle valve versions which are heavier.
Walter
-----Original Message-----
From:
mike.davis@dcsol.com [mailto:
mike.davis@dcsol.com] On Behalf Of Drew
Dalgleish
Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2007 7:18 PM
To:
rebel-builders@dcsol.com
Subject: RE: [rebel-builders] Engine for sale
OK I thought all the parallel valve engines were more or less the same
weight. I'm sure whatever you choose will work. At Oshkosh several years
ago I saw a subaru powered rebel that was over 1100lbs. enpty on wheels. If
you can deal with Wayne Juniper at TC from out west go for it. My mistake
was asking the London TC office for advice they started a file on my plane
right away and I was married to them for the duration of the engine swap.
At 07:03 PM 9/20/2007 -0700, you wrote:
You know I haven't ruled that out yet... ;>) The 390/400 are about 50
pounds
more as I understand it. But heck, saw Dick's Rebel in Arlington this
summer
with the 210 hp 6 cylinder 0360 Cont. Don't think that is any heavier than
the 390/400's. He did have a pretty big battery way back there in the tail,
though.
The other option is a "stroker" 360 (sort of like the ECI 340) for about
200
hp, but same weight and dimensions as the parallel valve 360. But it
requires a special crankshaft, and would definitely be a one-of.
However, don't want to lose my tail either...
Will have to review again your dealings with TC and the engine change.
Would
prefer to just send them a letter after the fact telling them of the
change,
and giving them a new weight and balance, and with new climb tests.
Walter
-----Original Message-----
From:
mike.davis@dcsol.com [mailto:
mike.davis@dcsol.com] On Behalf Of Drew
Dalgleish
Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2007 6:42 PM
To:
rebel-builders@dcsol.com
Subject: Re: [rebel-builders] Engine for sale
ONLY a 360 Walter?? I thought by now you'd be lusting for an 0-390 or 400
after all they're the same weight and surely those high mountain lakes must
make it tempting. ;o
At 05:55 PM 9/20/2007 -0700, you wrote:
Well, I've been talking about upgrading my 0320 to an 0360 on my Rebel
floatplane for a couple years. So now that our previously much maligned
loonie is looking at the once mighty greenback square in the eyes, I think
the time has come. I have already picked out my new Lycoming clone engine
complete with roller tappets and electronic ignition, and am ready to
place
the order.
That means that I will be putting my current 0320 engine up for sale. It
has
about 470 hours since overhaul and is working very well. And those that
know
my plane and have flown with me, also know that it is a strong engine and
performs very well. It is the conical mount 150 hp version with Bendix
mags
and lightweight SkyTec starter. Baffles go with it, too, and might even
include the cowl if I need a new one for the 0360.
I will also be selling my prop, either separately or with the engine. It
is
a 74 X 54 metal Sensenich and is very well matched for this engine and the
Rebel on floats. Should work well on wheels, too, if you're looking for
rocket like performance. And now that I think about it, won't be needing
my
3 blade 72 inch Warp prop anymore either. It is ground adjustable and
worked
very well on wheels with this engine.
So if you are looking for a low time, running engine with a known history
and/or a prop, let's make a deal. I will sell it for whatever I can get,
and
am open to offers. If you are within range of Vancouver BC, and I still
have
it on the plane, I can take you up for a ride, too. But the early worm
gets
Drew
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