Hello gentlemen,
I'm still at the planning stage of my RV-8 and I have a few questions regarding engine maintenance (and costs):
I understand that, as builders, we have the ability to mount non-certified engines. on Van's order forms, the cost difference is about $9K for an IO-360-M1B. Fine.
From there, what are the differences in terms of maintenance? Do we have to get the maintenance done by (certified) mechanics or can we do it ourselves? Also, do the non-certified engines have the same TBO?
Thanks in advance!
Laurent
http://rv8.ldom.net
I'm still at the planning stage of my RV-8 and I have a few questions regarding engine maintenance (and costs):
I understand that, as builders, we have the ability to mount non-certified engines. on Van's order forms, the cost difference is about $9K for an IO-360-M1B. Fine.
From there, what are the differences in terms of maintenance? Do we have to get the maintenance done by (certified) mechanics or can we do it ourselves? Also, do the non-certified engines have the same TBO?
Thanks in advance!
Laurent
http://rv8.ldom.net