Cost to overhaul IO-360-C1C6

Current range is difficult since I (we) don’t know what you mean by replace/overhaul, and even then, the final price will be highly dependent on the actual condition of the engine and parts reusability. As an example, the most expensive part of that engine is the crankshaft. Well, buying a new one will be pushing North of 7K$…
Different types of overhauls, limits.
And finally the rate of exchange, shipping prices, etc. And let’s not forget possible warranty claims…

Generally speaking, and only for myself, if I had my O-360 going for overhaul it’d definitely stay in Europe. Probably with a certain Swiss, or Belgian company… but I’m sure others will chime in

PS
Original question, 20K$ upwards…

Wingover wrote:

I guess what I’m asking is a “safe” number to budget for as I am looking at a plane with an engine near TBO

It’s not really the TBO that matters, it’s the condition of the engine. In private operation under EASA, TBO is merely a recommendation. Depending on how they were operated, some engines never make it to TBO and some exceed it by 50% or even more. Get oil analysis data if available, and have a mechanic inspect the engine.

If you really do want a “safe” estimate, budget €40K with accessories included. It can be done for less (or even a lot less) but I sense you’re looking for a bargaining chip, not a way to save money.

In 2021 @Jujupilote shared a quotation with me for the same engine, which was €25k with another €2.8k in recommended extras (both plus Belgian VAT). Hope this is ok to post.

Sure

IME, the overhaul quotes aren’t crazy but if you add

• your mechanic’s time (removal, reinstall, ground run etc…)
• all the things you would do because the engine is off (replace hoses & rubber engine mounts, clean radiators, propeller IRAN, starter and alternator inspection/overhaul, NDT the engine support). your imagination is the limit

Then it really gets in the stratosphere.

For example, one of my former clubs primed the firewall at every engine overhaul (quite frequent for a club). The planes slept outside.

Shipping to Europe is hardly less than shipping to the US, and there are far more reputable shops over there to choose from. Europe is a minefield.

This may be of interest.

Around here, most engines get sent to ScanAviation for overhaul. Ours was a O-320, but it’s been running like clockwork.
But it’s right around the block for us, shipping is negligible.