For the last two days I've been working on the engine I bought to power the Tailwind. It needs an inspection to make sure any propellor strike has done no damage, This inspection requires splitting the crankcase and includes examining the crank for straightness and for any cracks, in addition all of the bottom end bearings are replaced together with the bolts holding the timing gears. To simplify the work for the engine shop the cylinders were removed together with all of the engine ancilliaries. The cylinders were cleaned, degreased and then treated with protective oil and then sealed in plastic and boxed up ready for refitting later. All looks in good shape with no corrosion evident and the crank turns very smoothly and evenly so hopefully there is no damage. The rear view of the engine shows the accessories housing where the magnetos, fuel pump, vacuum pump, oil filter and tacho drive fit. 
