Titan O-340 in Patrol

[Rob]

Looking for some feed back. Are there any Patrols out there with a Titan O-340? Have a opportunity to buy one. Would it be a good choice? or stick with a Lycoming? Searching the forum I haven't seen any reports. Thanks

[Bcone1381]

My Patrol Plans says an engine of 115 hp - 200 hp are suitable. I suspect that might mean as small as a Lycoming O-235.

I think that would be a fine engine for the Patrol. It seems to me like I have seen Lycoming O-320's on the Patrol. To be certain, find out what the empty weight and CG is. This will give you some numbers to work with when you get those.

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[Pbruce]

It’s a Lycoming clone but stroked, right? Same power as my O-360, similar weight to a 0-320. That should make C/S prop selection less critical (a cheaper metal prop maybe, instead of an expensiv3 carbon one) If the price/condition equation is favourable, I don’t know why you wouldn’t take it. I also have seen (in print) 0-320 powered Patrols.

[Rob]

Thanks guys. To the best of my knowledge, yes 320 clone bummed up to 180hp. No doubt would be a good choice. From my research it seems they have a reputation to run hot. I don’t know if it’s an engine issue, or installation issue where cowling and baffling would solve any problems. I guess that is my biggest concern and question. If anybody is running one with those types of issues.