I am looking at a lycoming 13B27120 for $6,000 verses a Superior SL-36500-A31 at $4,000. Does anyone have experience with the differences and is it worth it?
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thanks Gil, that is good information. Superior is changing vendors giving a 2 year leadtime and no one stocks the item so it looks like I will have to go with lycoming.
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RV-7 builder Ramona, CA.
Free prop balancing for Vans owners
(I am not in the business of prop balancing, just as a courtesy to meet other owners.)
I might have a ECI crank in the same configuration for around 4800.00. Save you a bit and they don't have the AD if you convert to fixed pitch. You can call the shop if you have any questions. I haven't been on the computer much lately.
The Continental "Prime" aftermarket crankshaft equivalent to the Lycoming 13B27120 is part # AEL36002-1. It has a robust solid flange that is .44" thick, 1/2-20 thread flange bushings, and is set up for constant speed propeller operation. Aviall have them in stock. They are a more affordable alternative manufactured and backed by OEM Continental Motors.
James is correct. We have had good luck with the AEL cranks and I specified one for my personal engine in our 8 and it has done very well.
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