Since we are talking about 150/150's, just wondering what the difference in cost would be if an overhaul was needed anyway and you just put a 150hp engine in? Anyone done that?
That is what I am doing. The following is from another thread (also, keep in mind I live near a very large aircraft salvage yard and my hanger is within a half mile of Aircraft Spruce).
I’m in the process of doing a "DelAir" 150 (160hp) conversion.
Harry Dellicker has been great to work with. I have heard some of the kits he sells have had some parts missing, but can't speak to that myself. I am only purchasing the STC, which comes with the paperwork, gross weight increase and nose bowl. The rest of the parts I have acquired myself, or built, from various sources.
Harry is very knowledgeable about the conversion and easy to work with. Additionally, the Bush's will not let you piecemeal a conversion (with their STC) like Harry will. You have to buy the entire Bush kit which, in my humble opinion, is outrageously priced. I found the customer service from the Bush’s (Barbara) to be poor as well (Not a happy lady the day I talked with her).
Good luck! I can’t wait to fly my 160/150.
Here is a list of what it has cost so far:
STC (including new nose bowl) 1500.00
Case rework and carb 1500.00
E2J core (now officially a D2A w/ 160 hp STC) 5500.00
Rebuild/recert cost 4600.00
Starter (eBay) 75.00
Prop 1500.00
Spinner Assy 250.00
Engine mount 200.00
..$50 from junkyard
..$100 repair/welding
..$50 powder coating
Mag rebuild 200.00
Fuel Pump (eBay) 56.00
Exhaust system (eBay) 398.00
SUBTOTAL: 15779.00
CREDITS:
O-200A core <4000.00>
Prop <755.00>
Exhaust System <457.00>
SUBTOTAL: <5212.00>
TOTAL COST SO FAR: 10,567
STILL FOR SALE:
Engine mount
Prop spinner assembly
Cowl bowl
..
