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by hilltop170
Fri Jul 21, 2006 9:07 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Engine mount-to-firewall bushing removal for seaplanes
Replies: 19
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The aluminum bushings bolt-up solid to the firewall preventing any relative movement between the engine mount and firewall, especially important on floats because there are no tires and spring gear to absorb the shock loading of rough water. Rubber bushings will deform and beat-out, letting the bolt...
by hilltop170
Fri Jul 21, 2006 8:36 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Which new cylinders are the best? ECI,Superior,Continental?
Replies: 33
Views: 72733

Which new cylinders are the best? ECI,Superior,Continental?

I know, life is all about choices. It's time to buy the new cylinders for my O-300D overhaul and I could sure use some real-world-experience advice. Any comments on operating experiences with the three manufacturers; ECI/Titan, Superior/Millineum, and Continental/new design will be greatly appreciat...
by hilltop170
Mon Jun 19, 2006 6:46 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Baffles ?
Replies: 11
Views: 11147

Baffles ?

The original baffles on my 1951 170A with an O-300D were all shot when removed for the engine overhaul. My IA said he could make copies but they would be expensive. He told me about; Airframes, Inc. P.O. Box 521795 Big Lake, AK 99652 PH: 907-892-8244 http://www.supercubs.com NOT http://www.enginebaf...