Engine overhaul

[Jim Rainer]

First, are you sure you need an overhaul? Was the engine damaged beyond the one cylinder? What's it's condition otherwise; low time, heavy case, var crank, good accessories, etc.?

I am flying two field overhauls on '76 normally aspirated. They were overhauled by Jewell Aviation in Kennett, MO (the bootheel of MO.) I've had an IO-360 and an IO-520 down here in years past. The owner is very familiar with 337's and specialilzes in engine overhauls. Both engines on my 337 were done there by the previous owners. One is about 1150 hrs and the other 570.

He'sonly 30 minutes from my home field so that's an advantage you won't have. Check Airnav - fuel there is $2.59 guaranteed full service - TKX. You can ship your engine to him which is how he receives most of his business or borrow a 206 or Big 6 and fly it there.

Decide first, though, if you need an overhaul or just a new cylinder.