Storage after inspection, whole or parts?

[Marklew]

I have found a 0-360 that has been sitting for over 20 years in an A&P's shop. No logs but at a good price.

I am going to have the case, crank, cam ect inspected.
My question is should I completed the overhaul and fill with oil and place on a engine stand and rotate every few weeks, or leave the inspected parts as is and finish the rebuild later? I estimate not needing the engine for 3 to 5 years.

Thoughts?

Thanks,
Mark

[Mel]

For best results, do not build the engine until you are ready for it.

[cajunwings]

I'm with Mel. Build when needed. Corrosion proof and monitor for now. Easier to store too.

Don Broussard

RV-9 Rebuild in Progress

[Kyle Boatright]

Originally Posted by Marklew

I have found a 0-360 that has been sitting for over 20 years in an A&P's shop. No logs but at a good price.

I am going to have the case, crank, cam ect inspected.
My question is should I completed the overhaul and fill with oil and place on a engine stand and rotate every few weeks, or leave the inspected parts as is and finish the rebuild later? I estimate not needing the engine for 3 to 5 years.

Thoughts?

Thanks,
Mark

Mel is right. However, if you're gung-ho to do something, disassemble the engine and send the parts out for inspection/service. When you get them back, they will be clean and in sealed packaging. Put 'em in a closet or something in conditioned space (not the garage or hangar) and they should remain clean and corrosion free for years.

[Marklew]

Store as parts then. thanks for the info.
Mark