Author: jim@... Time: Thu Aug 16, 2001 11:30 am PDT Link
Does anyone have any experience/views on the Subaru engine
conversions, Re their use in RV's?
Regards
Jim Edgeworth (RV6A)
Author: jhphillips@... Time: Fri Aug 17, 2001 6:29 am PDT Link
--- In vansairforce@y..., jim@e... wrote:
> Does anyone have any experience/views on the Subaru engine
> conversions, Re their use in RV's?
> Regards
> Jim Edgeworth (RV6A)
I've got one on order from Jan Eggenfellner, but I'm a long way from
installing it. Jan is planning a flight from Florida to California in
early September and plans a stop at T67 (Hicks Field, Ft. Worth) to
show the engine to me. I'll be sure and post to let you know a date
when it is firmed up.
John H. Phillips RV6A
Author: eaainc@... Time: Fri Aug 17, 2001 10:41 am PDT Link
In a message dated 8/17/01 10:57:38 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
pcondon@m... writes:
Hi guys,
I have been following the Subaru thread and have owned 4 Subarus over
the last 15 years...the damn things wear out after 250,000 to 280,000
thousand miles. Anyway, does the cruse RPM of 5600 rpm on the
aero-conversions bother you ??
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QUESTION:
If my car ran at 5600 RPM I would be concerned. TheSubaru is essentially an
auto engine even after it has been converted for aircraftuse. Should I be
concerned about this?
ANSWER:
We normally don't operate @ 5600 RPM but high RPM is anexcellent way to get
power from a well balanced enginewith a short stroke for a short duration
such as fortakeoff and initial climb.
In the GlaStar, we get plenty of power @ 5300 RPM. ThisRPM is used for
takeoff and climb is @ 5000 RPM.
Exceptional climb rates and performance numbers are however available @ 5600
RPM for short duration's. Use this to exit short grass strips, for float
plane operations or in emergencies. In the Subaru automobile, 7000 RPM is
routinely used for passing or accelerating.
The Subaru is no ordinary car engine. There is a main bearing every 2 inches
and this, together with a balanced flywheel and lightweight pistons, provides
for an easy turning engine. It is not a coincidence that we only work with
Subaru engines. Drive a Subaru and wind it to 8,000 RPM, it will be smooth as
silk and you will understand that 3800-4500for continuous use is not a
problem.
Be careful not to dismiss this wonderful engine before getting all the
available information. If you get to fly in one before making a decision I
think you would prefer a Subaru over a traditional engine.
I don't think I ever wound any of by auto
Subarus that hi...... Also, as nice as these conversion packages are, I
see the price being the same and in some cases higher then the Lycoming
The big difference is that with the Subaru package there is not
just an engine included. It is a complete engine compartement. There is a
big difference. And it is all put together.
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2.5l Subaru engine
Geared reductiondrive
35 A alternator
Dual fuel pumps, hoses andfilters
SS exhaust systemwith muffler
Low profile intakemanifold
Oil cooler
Radiators hosesand expansion tank
Engine mount
Engine controls
Air filter and airintake ducting
Electronic controlcomputer Managing fuel injection and ignitionsystems and
featuring self diagnosis, Limp homeand anti-knock capabilities
Sequentialmulti-port injection with dual spray injectors
Distributorlessignition with platinum tipped spark plugs
Jan Eggenfellner
Author: don.c.hull@... Time: Tue Aug 21, 2001 11:41 am PDT Link
--- In vansairforce@y..., jim@e... wrote:
> Does anyone have any experience/views on the Subaru engine
> conversions, Re their use in RV's?
> Regards
> Jim Edgeworth (RV6A)
Experience....in RV's???...no.
Views................???...yes...plenty.
Author: eaainc@... Time: Tue Aug 21, 2001 1:41 pm PDT Link
In a message dated 8/21/01 2:43:21 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
don.c.hull@m... writes:
Does anyone have any experience/views on the Subaru engine
> conversions, Re their use in RV's?
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You can go to the FAQ section at www.subaruaircraft.com (http://www.subaruaircraft.com/) for answers to many
of your questions.
Jan Eggenfellner