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O-470 in an RV-8

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Bert

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I'm not sure if this is the correct forum for this conversation but it seemed to fit.

I am considering buying an RV-8 kit and I was hoping to get some input from people more knowledgeable than myself on the pros and cons of putting an O-470 engine in it rather than the designed-for 320 or 360. I know that the 470 is heavier by about 100 lb and delivers a bit more HP at 230 but is this a huge issue? I have heard of -470's, -520's and -540's being used in an RV-8 but most of the information I can find is a bit dated. If advisable, where would one find things like cowlings (I assume the stock one will not fit)?

Thanks

Bert
 
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