Just to correct some confusion on the 0-200 fitted to a Europa.
In 1997 I fitted an 0-200 (not I0-240) to the Tri-Gear demonstrator N496TG.
Due to managment changes in the UK office, the engine never got a proper
test. A decision was made that the only engine to be recommended would be
the Rotax. The I0-240 is a bit heavy for the Europa and does not make a
good candidate. Don't be confused with its use on the Liberty, they are
completely different aircraft.
The engine was lightened using dual electronic ignition, smaller oil sump
and alternator. Total weight 212 lbs without prop and oil. This was
tolerable in light of Subaru's of much heavier weights and still giving good
performance. Ivan flew the aircraft and reported excellent performance with
just some guesswork on proper prop pitch. (130 KTIA) The tri-gear was an
early version and was a bit nose heavy on the ground due to main gear fitted
2 inches aft of the current location. In flight, it was similiar to a 914
equipped aircraft. This engine was fitted with tuned headers designed by
Turbo Tom who insisted that it be ported, releived and balanced. It was
definitely a smooth running engine.
Jack O'Baar from Kerville , Texas has been flying his 0-200 equipped Classic
Monowheel for a couple of years. I haven't had the opportunity to speak to
him but I did hear that the prop he was using was not a good match for
engine and airframe. We are installing an 0-200 in Claud Tugwells Tri-Gear
in a few weeks and he should be flying by late summer. Prop is yet to be
determined but if using a fixed pitch, I recommend the Prince P-Tip.
The XS cowling will obviously not work with the 0-200 but the Classic
cowling will. I added 4 inches to the front of the classic cowling reducing
the spinner size from 14.5 in. to 12 inches and having normal sized air
intakes. A 4 inch prop extension was fitted to the engine giving the
cowling a sleeker appearance.
Bob Berube A166
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alexander P. de C. Kaarsberg" <kaarsber@terra.com.br>
Subject: Re: IO-240 and Super 200
> The certified version of the Europa - the Liberty XL-2
> ( http://www.libertyaircraft.com/ ) I think will have
> the option of a FADEC controlled IO-240...so it should
> be doable on both fit and weight & balance.
>
> The Liberty has the shape of the Europa, but it is scaled up 10 % is
> constructed differently, higher empty weght etc....
>
> Alex, #529
>
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