Engine overhaul

Since the engine did not come with any log or paperwork, I needed to at least pull the jugs to inspect the piston heads, cylinder walls and rings. While I was breaking the engine apart, I figured I should give the engine a brand new paint.

Engine with the jugs pulled out

A closer look at the block and cylinder heads

A look from the left side

I did not have access to an aviation type engine stand, so I improvised the engine mount I got with the motor with an automotive engine stand. It works out great but would not consider a run-up until I find something more stable.

More pictures....

Pulled out jugs

A closer look at the headers

Introduction

Much of the design concept for this aircraft is borrowed from several existing airframes. It is going to be  fiberglass fuselage construct.



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Engine before overhaul

The engine I selected for my project is the Revmaster 2180 CC. I wanted an auto-conversion engine for the project and was initially going for the Corvair application when I found a deal on this engine on Barnstormers. I got the engine from a gentleman in California for a decent price. It had no engine logs or paper-work whatsoever. I was not physically present to inspect the engine, so it was a gamble.

The brief history on the engine has it that this engine was on a project that was ground tested for about 40 hours but never flown. The engine came with a starter, Bendix magneto, alternator, engine mount and exhaust. The engine was ready to go but before I could do anything I needed to check everything.

Introduction

I have always wanted to design and build my own aircraft and after several years of pondering about this, I have decided to jump-in feet first and join the ranks of those that have taken on the task of building their own aircraft.
As with most builders, cost is usually a factor. I have very limited resources and time as I have a full time employment.
My flying experience is minimal. I have just a private pilot's license with little over 100 hours. I am also working on my Instrument Rating as I build the aircraft. Not sure there is time during the day to accommodate my civic and professional obligations!
I very much love flying and expect to have the aircraft up in the air within the next 12 months. We shall see :)