Hi guys,
I was reading the threads regarding turbochargers, and I kept noticing that the focus seems to be on trying to convert an automobile turbo into an aircraft turbo. However I have not seen anything here regarding adding a Rayjay turbocharger that is already designed for aircraft engines (specificaly the Lyc 320/360s).
Are there any downsides to going this route, as opposed to trying to get an automobile turbocharger to work? I am assuming cost is an issue. I have heard that used ones can be had for ~$5K and shop overhauls are ~$2K. Why don't we hear more about going this route in experimental aircraft? I am assuming that there is some catch that I just don't know about. Any info would be helpful.
I was reading the threads regarding turbochargers, and I kept noticing that the focus seems to be on trying to convert an automobile turbo into an aircraft turbo. However I have not seen anything here regarding adding a Rayjay turbocharger that is already designed for aircraft engines (specificaly the Lyc 320/360s).
Are there any downsides to going this route, as opposed to trying to get an automobile turbocharger to work? I am assuming cost is an issue. I have heard that used ones can be had for ~$5K and shop overhauls are ~$2K. Why don't we hear more about going this route in experimental aircraft? I am assuming that there is some catch that I just don't know about. Any info would be helpful.