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I've had an opportunity recently to purchase a Piper PA28-140- absolute
creme puff cosmetically... but the problem (and reason for the good cosmetic condition) is that the plane has been sitting in an enironmentally stable (dry, 50-80 degree ambient temperature) for almost a decade now. (For those who responded to my other post, I know this is a huge step down from what I was looking for, but It would just serve as a timebuilding local puddlejumper/toy for a few years until I can afford something better, and at the price, I'm garanteed not to loose anything on depreciation) The purchase is for a _very_ good price. Before she went into the hanger, the ship had 300 hours on a rebuilt engine (2300 hours TTAF). I'm getting wildly varying advice from shops. The one shop whose actually seen her has been assuring me that considering the condition of storage and the good condition before she went in, He's reasonably sure (and he's going to confirm/deny with a prepurchase this week) that all she'll need is to have all of her seals replaced, as well as a good prelubrication job done. He said that as long as I go through and make sure that the engine is well lubricated and sealed before I turn it over even once, then there really shouldn't be any damage worthy of a rebuild. The other shop, the one who I have more experience and tend to trust more (although they tend to be very by-the-book and high-end) has _adamantly_ insisted that If I get the plane, she will need a full engine rebuild. They said that even if she hadn't been static for 10 years, Lycoming insists that all O320's be rebuilt at 2000 hours OR 10 years. Both shops agree about the rest of the necessary work (Avionics, new struts, new tires, new seatbelts, etc). The only place they disagree is the engine. I'm not sure what to think... On one hand I agree, err on the side of safety. On the other hand, everything I know about engines suggests that as long as A- there was no opportunity for the introduction of moisture and B- the engine is fully lubricated/sealed before running, engine corrosion/wear shouldn't be an issue. I'd love to hear some of your takes on the situation. |
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