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1. 04:03 AM - Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts (Brian Alley)
2. 06:26 AM - Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts (DaveM)
3. 07:02 AM - Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts (Mark McAtee)
4. 07:46 AM - Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts (IslPilot@aol.com)
5. 07:52 AM - Springs (CJ Kirby Memphis Tailwind)
6. 08:08 AM - Re: Springs (Bob Danner)
7. 11:44 PM - Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts (Larry H.)
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| Subject: | Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts |
--> Tailwind-List message posted by: Brian Alley <n320wt@yahoo.com>
The only 0320 to avoid is the 0320-H2AD. This is a
bastard engine that barely resembles the others. It
causes several problems as it uses a single mag drive
and has a large casting on the top front of the case
that the cowling will not fit over. You should have a
good engine with the A2C. Just be sure to install
pistons to make it a 160 HP engine if you overhaul it.
I have an 0320-A2B 150 HP in my W-10 and plan to
convert it to 160.
=====
BRIAN ALLEY (N320WT)
CARBON FIBER COMPOSITES
101 Caroline Circle
Hurricane, WV 25526
304-562-6800 home
How are you going to win by a nose if you don't stick out your neck?
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| Subject: | Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts |
I think the answer to your basic question is "yes".
Here are a couple of links that will help you identify the specifics of your engine:
http://www.prime-mover.org/Engines/Lycoming/applic.html
http://www.prime-mover.org/Engines/Lycoming/Lyc_Cert_list.html
Also, visit the lycoming publications. Not all are on line, but there is a lot
of good information on the use, care and feeding of your engine.
http://www.lycoming.textron.com/main.jsp?bodyPage/support/publications/index.html
And see
http://www.flysouth.co.za/sportflying/technical/Lycoming_O-320_%20series.htm
Have fun with hours of reading.
Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: M Willson
To: tailwind-list@matronics.com
Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2005 8:52 PM
Subject: Tailwind-List: O-320 Question for the engine experts
I've just agreed to purchase an O-320A2C with no logs. Is this a good engine
for the TW?
I don't know much about the various model designations.
Thanks,
Mike
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| Subject: | Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts |
--> Tailwind-List message posted by: "Mark McAtee" <gorgonc3@hotmail.com>
I too have an O-320 (early model, no A,B,....designation). According to the
logs, it has the 1/2" valvles, all AD's current as of 2002. I need to
procure an oil sump off of a D or E model since this is going into a
tri-gear. Anyone have such a thing sitting around?
As far as the O-320 H2AD thing. Lycoming came up with several "fixes" for
this engine. One called a "T mod" evidently addresses the main problem of
oiling of the cam and valve system. I have around 4000 hours behind this
model engine as an instructor and have personally had no problems. However,
all this time was at 5,000 plus feet altitude where the engines never see
more than 75% power in the first place. And, I HAVE seen one of the flight
schools low time H2AD's scatter its inards due to oiling problems. If you
do have a choice, leave this model to the flight schools for their aging
172's.
>From: "DaveM" <dmagaw@att.net>
>Reply-To: tailwind-list@matronics.com
>To: <tailwind-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Re: Tailwind-List: O-320 Question for the engine experts
>Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2005 06:26:37 -0800
>
>I think the answer to your basic question is "yes".
>
>Here are a couple of links that will help you identify the specifics of
>your engine:
>
>http://www.prime-mover.org/Engines/Lycoming/applic.html
>
>
>http://www.prime-mover.org/Engines/Lycoming/Lyc_Cert_list.html
>
>
>Also, visit the lycoming publications. Not all are on line, but there is a
>lot of good information on the use, care and feeding of your engine.
>
>
>http://www.lycoming.textron.com/main.jsp?bodyPage=/support/publications/index.html
>
>
>And see
>
>http://www.flysouth.co.za/sportflying/technical/Lycoming_O-320_%20series.htm
>
>
>Have fun with hours of reading.
>
>Dave
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: M Willson
> To: tailwind-list@matronics.com
> Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2005 8:52 PM
> Subject: Tailwind-List: O-320 Question for the engine experts
>
>
> I've just agreed to purchase an O-320A2C with no logs. Is this a good
>engine for the TW?
> I don't know much about the various model designations.
>
> Thanks,
> Mike
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| Subject: | Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts |
If you convert to the 160hp pistons, you also need to replace the pins.
Paul
CVX
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"Tailwind-List Digest Server" <tailwind-list-digest@matronics.com>,
"Yahoo TW Forum" <TailwindForum@yahoogroups.com>
Guys,
The hardware stores in town are a no go. I've scoured them all. I also tried an
online spring company called McMaster-Carr. They sent me the wrong springs after
a lengthy conversation. If anyone has some extras, or has a local store they
can get them from I would reward them semi-handsomely.
CJ Kirby
memphistailwind@bellsouth.net
N540CJ
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CJ i will see if i can get you some when i go to town today . Bob
----- Original Message -----
From: CJ Kirby Memphis Tailwind
To: Tailwind List ; Tailwind-List Digest Server ; Yahoo TW Forum
Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 9:51 AM
Subject: Tailwind-List: Springs
Guys,
The hardware stores in town are a no go. I've scoured them all. I also tried
an online spring company called McMaster-Carr. They sent me the wrong springs
after a lengthy conversation. If anyone has some extras, or has a local store
they can get them from I would reward them semi-handsomely.
CJ Kirby
memphistailwind@bellsouth.net
N540CJ
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| Subject: | Re: O-320 Question for the engine experts |
--> Tailwind-List message posted by: "Larry H." <laheze@ev1.net>
Actually Lycoming insists that you use a special lubricant poured into the
oil at each oil change for the 0-320 H2AD. I have one of these engines and
some of the lubricant. I know at least one mechanic who claims these engines
seem to produce more horsepower than other 0-320s.
Larry H.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mark McAtee" <gorgonc3@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Tailwind-List: O-320 Question for the engine experts
> --> Tailwind-List message posted by: "Mark McAtee" <gorgonc3@hotmail.com>
>
> I too have an O-320 (early model, no A,B,....designation). According to
the
> logs, it has the 1/2" valvles, all AD's current as of 2002. I need to
> procure an oil sump off of a D or E model since this is going into a
> tri-gear. Anyone have such a thing sitting around?
>
> As far as the O-320 H2AD thing. Lycoming came up with several "fixes" for
> this engine. One called a "T mod" evidently addresses the main problem of
> oiling of the cam and valve system. I have around 4000 hours behind this
> model engine as an instructor and have personally had no problems.
However,
> all this time was at 5,000 plus feet altitude where the engines never see
> more than 75% power in the first place. And, I HAVE seen one of the
flight
> schools low time H2AD's scatter its inards due to oiling problems. If you
> do have a choice, leave this model to the flight schools for their aging
> 172's.
>
>
> >From: "DaveM" <dmagaw@att.net>
> >Reply-To: tailwind-list@matronics.com
> >To: <tailwind-list@matronics.com>
> >Subject: Re: Tailwind-List: O-320 Question for the engine experts
> >Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2005 06:26:37 -0800
> >
> >I think the answer to your basic question is "yes".
> >
> >Here are a couple of links that will help you identify the specifics of
> >your engine:
> >
> >http://www.prime-mover.org/Engines/Lycoming/applic.html
> >
> >
> >
> >http://www.prime-mover.org/Engines/Lycoming/Lyc_Cert_list.html
> >
> >
> >
> >Also, visit the lycoming publications. Not all are on line, but there is
a
> >lot of good information on the use, care and feeding of your engine.
> >
> >
> >
>
>http://www.lycoming.textron.com/main.jsp?bodyPage=/support/publications/ind
ex.html
> >
> >
> >
> >And see
> >
>
>http://www.flysouth.co.za/sportflying/technical/Lycoming_O-320_%20series.ht
m
> >
> >
> >
> >Have fun with hours of reading.
> >
> >Dave
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: M Willson
> > To: tailwind-list@matronics.com
> > Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2005 8:52 PM
> > Subject: Tailwind-List: O-320 Question for the engine experts
> >
> >
> > I've just agreed to purchase an O-320A2C with no logs. Is this a good
> >engine for the TW?
> > I don't know much about the various model designations.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Mike
>
>
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