I concur with your assessment.  I would love to hear of others that provide real "Dyno" results.  One of the respected names has fallen on hard times for non-delivery as contracted and triggered the phrase "Hollywood Horsepower" by fabricating the delivered horsepower claims.  That led to one RV-10 owner believing his IO-540 was actually delivering 325hp with 100LL and no turbo.  What is most valuable is the willingness to balance components to a limit far exceeding the original manufacturer.

 

Their responses have always been accurate, fair and comprehensive.  Being a family business, they are also known for being straight shooters and timely.

 

john Cox

 

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Valin & Allyson Thorn

To: lml@lancaironline.net

Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 8:47 PM

Subject: [LML] Legacy Engine Options

 

Hey LML gang,

 

We’re ready for an engine for our Legacy under construction and expect to leave Oshkosh with an order placed.  We want an IO-550 class engine since that’s a well worn path in the Lancair community.  We’d appreciate opinions and advice from the community on engine choice, features (customizations), and providers.  The options we know of for consideration are:

 

From Continental thru Lancair:

 

 

From custom build shops with “blue printing”, flow balancing, and other special features:

 

·   BARRETT Performance Aircraft, Inc. Custom re-manufactured engine

·   Performance Engines, Inc. Custom re-manufactured engine

 

Are there other engine shops we should be considering?  Suggestions on custom options, spec’s?  What kind of experiences have people had dealing with the custom shops?

 

Thanks,

 

Valin & Allyson Thorn

 

 

Legacy

Houston, TX USA

 

http://www.starflight.aero/legacy