Rotax 582 engine that has stood for almost 3 years

[zoobie]

hi all

I hope some of you clever people can shed some light on this matter as I am getting plenty of different opinions.

If a used Rotax 582 motor and gearbox (approx 200 hours) has stood for almost 3 years, what should one look out for?

Here are some things that I have heard mentioned:

dry seals,
rubber bits/pipes cracking
rust on crank,
rings stuck
carbs blocked due to gunk.
Gaskets

I appreciate any feedback on this matter.

regards

Joe

[Tailspin]

hi all

I hope some of you clever people can shed some light on this matter as I am getting plenty of different opinions.

If a used Rotax 582 motor and gearbox (approx 200 hours) has stood for almost 3 years, what should one look out for?

Here are some things that I have heard mentioned:

dry seals,
rubber bits/pipes cracking
rust on crank,
rings stuck
carbs blocked due to gunk.
Gaskets

I appreciate any feedback on this matter.

regards

Joe

Joe

Give me a call - My 503 Stood for 9 years.
o8 two & nine & 2 I four 5

[Leprachaun]

Sounds like you guys have some "tired" engines, offer a chair to ease the pain of all the standing

[Jean Crous]

Sounds like you guys have some "tired" engines, offer a chair to ease the pain of all the standing

Watch out that they dont leave you "laying in the dust"
Luister vir Oom Alex
Jean.

[KFA]

Depending on how it was stored I would think that the bearings has a good chance of having started pitting. To start with I would take a borescope and inspect the crankcase for any signs of rust. If none I would take a chance and run the motor, if even a spec of rust anywhere on anything that is steel I would strip the motor and replace the bearings, rings and all seals for that matter.

[zoobie]

thanks guys. I think you have answered my fears.

safe flying to everyone