preparing engine for a future FP --> CS conversion

[IowaRV9Dreamer]

Warning - possible stupid question ahead... asking to learn....

I'm planning the build of my engine. I am going to use a fixed pitch aluminum prop for now. The engine core is an O-320-E2A. I want to build it for 160 HP, and with fuel injection.

My accessory case has the mounting point for a prop governor (at the lower right side). The engine has the large front bearings and the crank is hollow in the front. I think it is an older crank, maybe with "sludge tubes"

I think when I want to convert, I can add the governor, the stainless oil line and its fittings, remove the front plug in the crank and add the rear plug.

My question is: for now, with the fixed pitch prop, is it OK to have the stainless steel oil line / fittings installed? I don't know if having that line there and no governor installed would cause oil to flow poorly to the front bearing (or flow away from it).

Thanks for any info,

dave

[eddieseve]

When I purchased my engine from Vans I specified FP operation and it was delivered from lycoming with the stainless lines installed.

Cheers
Eddie

[IowaRV9Dreamer]

Thanks Eddie!

I found this excellent post from Mahlon_r that indicates that I could have the stainless line installed for fixed pitch operation:

http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...271#post662271