My O-320 has had a soft cylinder that has gotten worse. No. 3 is 48/80. The others are 60's & 70's. During the compression test the air was heard in the breather and dipstick tube, not the exhaust, so we think the valves are OK.
I'm asking for an opinion from the forum as to weather this engine is safe to fly. I want to do a long trip that will total about 12 hours. Am I just looking at high oil usage and a greasy belly, or can this piston actually fall apart on me?
Thanks,
Dave
I'm asking for an opinion from the forum as to weather this engine is safe to fly. I want to do a long trip that will total about 12 hours. Am I just looking at high oil usage and a greasy belly, or can this piston actually fall apart on me?
Thanks,
Dave
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