13brv3
Well Known Member
Greetings,
As I start to make decisions about engines, and props, I'm considering whether I want to get a New O-360-A1A from Van's, or have Aerosport build one for me.
It would "seem" fairly easy to choose, since the Aerosport engine is a bit cheaper (Lycoming parts, roller cam), and has a few extra steps taken in assembly (balancing, etc). The warranty is better as well, and it can be customized with different ignition, etc. Going with the cheaper ECI parts version, and non-roller cam would save quite a bit, but it probably wouldn't be my preference.
On the other hand, I had a new Lycoming in my previous RV-8, and it was just as perfect as it was expected to be. Since it's a certified engine, it would seem that it's potentially worth more money as well, though only under certain circumstances. I'll also admit to an intangible value in being able to say it was a factory new engine.
Lycoming, or Aerosport. Which would you choose?
As I start to make decisions about engines, and props, I'm considering whether I want to get a New O-360-A1A from Van's, or have Aerosport build one for me.
It would "seem" fairly easy to choose, since the Aerosport engine is a bit cheaper (Lycoming parts, roller cam), and has a few extra steps taken in assembly (balancing, etc). The warranty is better as well, and it can be customized with different ignition, etc. Going with the cheaper ECI parts version, and non-roller cam would save quite a bit, but it probably wouldn't be my preference.
On the other hand, I had a new Lycoming in my previous RV-8, and it was just as perfect as it was expected to be. Since it's a certified engine, it would seem that it's potentially worth more money as well, though only under certain circumstances. I'll also admit to an intangible value in being able to say it was a factory new engine.
Lycoming, or Aerosport. Which would you choose?