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C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2010 18:42
by RRHaldeman
OK, I bought my 1946 Aeronca 7AC; and now I want to add a C85-12 so I can add a starter and battery using the Lasher STC. Any clues as to where I start locating a C85-12?
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2010 19:05
by joea
First off, Welcome on board! Using a first name would be nice, we are a friendly group here.
Ebay has them from time to time but be careful there. Also Barnstormers has them often.
Joe A
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2010 20:29
by Paul Agaliotis
I've found the best deals locally. Find out where the vintage airplane people hang out and ask around.
Paul
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:38
by frebrdhd
If your looking for a C-85-12f contact Larry Glen in NC he has a complete for sale and is a good guy to deal with.
Give him a call at 919-496-5036
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 18:11
by RRHaldeman
frebrdhd wrote:If your looking for a C-85-12f contact Larry Glen in NC
Thanks, I did and the 12f is sold but he will keep his eyes out for another one for me.
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Mon Mar 01, 2010 12:33
by RRHaldeman
RRHaldeman wrote:OK, I bought my 1946 Aeronca 7AC; and now I want to add a C85-12 so I can add a starter and battery using the Lasher STC. Any clues as to where I start locating a C85-12?
Found one. Bought it.
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Wed May 05, 2010 20:57
by RRHaldeman
Just an update on my engine. I found a used C85-12, bought it, as is, and I am now helping my A&P put the overhauled engine together and it is really fun. Took the advice of many seasoned Champ owners and bought a new O-200 crank, new cylinders, piston, rings, etc. I also found a Marvel Schebler recently overhauled carb, so the engine not only looks good (we put all four cylinders on today) but it will perform well. If I get it ready, and I think I will, I will see everyone at Middletown in June.
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Wed May 05, 2010 23:04
by joea
Sounds great, keep us updated!
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Thu May 06, 2010 01:05
by Captgrumps
Where did you get your cylinders from?
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Fri May 07, 2010 21:23
by RRHaldeman
My mechanic bought them for me. I know they are new ECI cylinders, but I don't know where he got them.
Re: C85-12 engine needed
Posted: Sat May 08, 2010 12:36
by MikeB
I bought new ECI nickel cylinders (0200) from DART in Texas. The price was $888 but the shipping was free. I had to buy the wrist pin though. I think the price was about $35 for the pin. Basically the prices seem to be about the same no matter where you get them, other than the shipping.
MikeB