Anyone know a good engine overhauler?

[andysRV]

Hi all,

I'm getting to the engine buying phase and I'm hoping to buy a timed out engine and have it overhauled. There's a shop advertising overhauls at KLEE on ebay.
Has anybody got a good recommmendation?

Thanks
Andy

[Sam Buchanan]

Originally Posted by andysRV

Hi all,

I'm getting to the engine buying phase and I'm hoping to buy a timed out engine and have it overhauled. There's a shop advertising overhauls at KLEE on ebay.
Has anybody got a good recommmendation?

Thanks
Andy

Andy, I don't have a recommendation for you, but be advised that your total overhaul cost may come close to the cost of a new engine. I have been down this road and have seen it play out several times over the years.

If you really want a used engine you might be better served by a good, mid-time engine that you can fly for several years before major work is required. But if you intend to keep your RV for a long time a new engine is usually a good option in regard to maintenance cost and resale value.

[flyingriki]

Sam is giving you excellent advice. Just a few parts red tagged and you're out a whole bunch more than you figured on....
Good luck!

[RV7Guy]

Give Rhonda or Allan at call at BPE. You'll get the straight info from them. They might be able to get a you a new engine for close to the cost of a complete overhaul.

[timandmeli]

Do what you like and feel most comfortable with. It won't hurt to call and see what a few shops will say. I went with Aeroengines of Winchester. In fact, he is rebuilding the engine in the AOPA Debonair that is is this years giveaway plane. Tom did a great job for me and I would absolutely do business with him again. As always your mileage will vary but I recommend him. Tim

[miko38]

I've had good luck with Klein Aviation in Michigan

[Andy Hill]

One thing to add to the above... if you want a custom engine in terms of different parts etc. the OH route might make sense. If you just want the equivalent of what Vans / Superior / AeroSport etc. sell, it's hard to better them on price, ease and warranty.

[kjlpdx]

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