The best advice is always ask lots of questions, review the logbooks carefully, and be certain to have a good pre-purchase inspection by a well qualified maintenance technician.
Ask Paul
Ask Paul: Why is the oil pressure dropping?
The problem in the overhauled Cessna 182 engine is the oil pressure drops gradually after a four to five minute run-up.
Ask Paul: Should I wait to start this engine until my plane is done?
“I’ve spent a lot of money on the project and don’t want to risk the new engine being ruined because of eagerness.”
Ask Paul: Are these temps OK?
The rule of thumb is when leaning, lean to the leanest cylinder.
Ask Paul: Why is only the #4 cylinder having problems?
Paul offers several troubleshooting tips to solve this reader’s problem.
Ask Paul: Can wide deck cylinders be used in my narrow-deck engine?
Would it be an option to install the wide deck version in this airplane or is that a bad idea?
Will this engine work on the Velocity I’m building?
There is no doubt the 200 hp will make your airplane a rocket ship.
Will this mount fit my engine?
Conical type mounts are used on the Lycoming O-235-C series of engines and several different models of Lycoming O-320-A, B, and C series.
Can I use mogas in this Lycoming engine?
Always be certain to ask many questions before putting any money on the table!