Salvage Aircraft Saga.... part 2

[BruceMe]

So I just formally purchased this aircraft. What proceeds sounds crazy, but I got a great price and I've built a few planes, so I assume the risk...

I'm looking for advice on my plan and here's what I know;

- O-320-E3D, 150hp, with data plate appears mid-time
- All accessories are on and in mid-time condition
- logbooks burned in a separate fire
- engine has sat for 14 mo

Here is my plan (comments welcome):

- tare it down myself and send everything out
- fix the airframe
- Find an A&P to rebuild the engine and sign the new logbooks with conditional inspection

Is this sane?

[Ironflight]

If you're going to take the time, consider signing up for the Lycoming engine school, take the trip - then come back and rebuild it yourself. Consider putting it together as a 160 HP.

[BruceMe]

Part of the deal with my wife was that I wouldn't rebuild it myself

But I like what you're thinking... and perhaps the persuation of a formal factory training could make it happen. Thanks Paul!