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601/650 Gen 1 Jabiru Firewall-Forward Removal & Sale Notice
Next week, I’ll be removing my complete Gen 1 Jabiru firewall-forward package. The engine has 300 hours and continues to run well. I’ll be flying to Viking for a swap to the Viking 140T—a compelling option for budget-conscious builders seeking an affordable upgrade.
This Jabiru engine sat for several years prior to its first start in September 2018. It shows some corrosion, and Nick performed a valve job in September 2022. Leak-down compression values fall below the 60 PSI threshold listed in the manual, primarily due to cylinder corrosion. However, starter-spun compression readings are solid:
- Cylinder #1: 147 PSI
- Cylinder #2: 146 PSI
- Cylinder #3: 159 PSI
- Cylinder #4: 155 PSI
- Cylinder #5: 151 PSI
- Cylinder #6: 151 PSI
Master orifice reading was 38/80 PSI. According to several reputable A&P IAs, values above 38 are acceptable when not caused by valve issues and they were all well above that.
Available for best reasonable offer. This is a complete firewall-forward package with known history and solid performance—ideal for someone looking to build economically with full transparency.
Replies to This Discussion
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Permalink Reply by Jaime Rabins on
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I just swapped a Lycoming for the 140T. Did you get the fixed pitch prop or the in flight adjustable?
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Permalink Reply by Joe Hopwood on
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VIP. Bad weather to get here. Wind 29 knots with 9 knot crosswind component at X50. 45 knot crosswind coming from Ocala.
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I don’t know if you listed on Barnstormers but my Lycoming and FWF sold within 48 hours.
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Permalink Reply by Jason Leochner
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Is this still available? Very interested in live in Dallas Ft Worth area.
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Yes. It is in Edgewater, FL and can ship from there to you.
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Permalink Reply by Kurt Schaeffler
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Hi Joe,
I too am (may be) interested. I am in Stuart, FL
Kurt,
Is this engine still hanging on an airframe where it can be run?
Kurt
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No. Removed and replaced with a Viking 140T.
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