What advantage do you expect to gain if any over a PA-14 with a 160 or 180. I do realize there e is immence satisfaction in going your own thing though so good on you.
I bought the PA-14 (N55DV) in Aug. 2007. It had been restored in 2002 with less than 2700TT. I upgraded from an O-235 to a 1996 O-320B2D
that was removed from a 160 Maule upgraded to a 180. The engine only has 293SMOH. I converted it to a B2B which required a different sump and accessory...
I would like to thank Eric for the suggestion of the possibility of splitting the nose bowl. It is surely has its advantages but it is going to have to be considered at a later point in time.
Stewart thanks again for sending me the pictures of the cowling installation on your PA-12 and putting...
I am completing an O-320 engine upgrade on my PA-14 using Crosswind STOL's stc which requires Supercub cowling. I have purchased the top and bottom cowl and nosebowl from Univair and cowl mounting channels and angle brackets from Atlee Dodge. I am looking for advice on installation sequence...
I would like to thank Steve Pierce, StewartB and moneyburner for taking the time to post a reply. At this point in time I plan to use Charlie Center's STC and engine mount. I will be in the hunt for a O-320 B2B and Supercub cowl. I really appreciate the insightful information.
Steve
I purchased a very good classic/stock PA-14 about a year ago and I would like to do an engine upgrade from the O-235 to an O-320/160. I would prefer the O-360 but it seems to be getting out of hand price wise.
From what information I have picked up so far it appears is Charlie Center's STC...