Reader Jeffrey A. Hughes asks our engines expert: What is the advantage to doing a high compression conversion to a Lycoming O-320 (from 150 hp to 160 hp)? I suppose the obvious answer is 10 more horsepower, but my natural inclination, given the name “high compression,” would be improved fuel economy. Are there other advantages?
What are the advantages to a high compression conversion of my aircraft’s engine?
by Paul McBride | Dec 29, 2022 | #Aircraft, 20230112, aircraft engines, Aviation News, flying, General Aviation, Lycoming Engines, Opinion, Pilots | 0 comments