Tony, In my 914 handbook it talks about the engine being good for
undisturbed storage for 12 months only, and it requires you to turn the
engine over 3 revs and inspect for corrosion every 6 months thereafter. If
those things haven't been done, I guess talking to your Rotax man soonest is
the smart move . Regards, David Joyce, G-XSDJ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tony Renshaw" <tonyrenshaw268@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 8:17 AM
Subject: Europa-List: Rotax 914 Mothballedwhat service???
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> My engine, a 914 is a 2004 model, and still sits in its new box. I bought
> it a couple of years ago and am wondering about what advice people would
> recommend in relation to maintaining its integrity, and maybe modding it
> at the same time. I wish to get it serviced by my local Rotax dealer, to
> inspect and protect it. A work colleague who is an ex car mechanic
> mentioned the crankshaft bearing housings can absorb moisture and
> corrosion can therefore occur. Not sure if this sort of concern is
> applicable to my engine, but in essence that is like an engine rebuild.
> What should I consider doing?
> Lastly, if it did need the block being split, is there a metal coating I
> could have applied, even paint, that would stop that "corroded look" some
> engines develop as they get older??'
> Thanks
> Tony Renshaw
> Sydney Aussie.
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