Cylinder Install Lycoming O360 Engine

Alaska Aircraft Cylinders
22 Aug 202008:02

Summary

TLDRIn this video, the team at the engine shop demonstrates the installation of new cylinders on a Lycoming O360 engine during an overhaul. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe for updates on their Cessna 150 restoration series. The process begins with preparing the cylinders, including installing a base O-ring and securing piston pins with assembly grease. The connecting rod is aligned at top dead center, allowing the cylinder to slide over the piston. The video concludes with a reminder to subscribe for more content, showcasing the intricate steps involved in engine maintenance.

Takeaways

  • πŸ˜€ The video showcases the installation of new cylinders on a Lycoming O360 engine.
  • πŸ˜€ The channel invites viewers to subscribe to stay updated on upcoming content.
  • πŸ˜€ Viewers are encouraged to like the video to show support.
  • πŸ˜€ Preparation of the new cylinders includes installing a cylinder base O-ring.
  • πŸ˜€ Pistons are pulled back to allow for the installation of the piston pins.
  • πŸ˜€ Assembly grease is applied to facilitate the installation of piston pins.
  • πŸ˜€ The connecting rod must be brought to top dead center before installing the cylinder.
  • πŸ˜€ After aligning the connecting rod, the cylinder is pushed down over the piston.
  • πŸ˜€ The final steps involve installing and torquing the cylinder base nuts.
  • πŸ˜€ The video concludes with a thank you message and an invitation to subscribe for more content.

Q & A

  • What type of engine is being overhauled in this video?

    -The video focuses on the overhaul of a Lycoming 0360 engine.

  • What components are being installed in this engine?

    -Brand new cylinders are being installed on the Lycoming 0360 engine.

  • What series is mentioned in relation to the Cessna 150?

    -The video is part of a restoration series for a Cessna 150.

  • What is the first step in installing the new cylinders?

    -The first step is preparing the new cylinders, which includes installing the cylinder base O-ring.

  • How are the piston pins installed into the pistons?

    -The pistons are pulled back out of the cylinder just far enough to slide the piston pin into the piston, followed by applying assembly grease before installation.

  • What is done after bringing the connecting rod to top dead center?

    -After reaching top dead center, the pin is slid into the rod, and the cylinder is pushed down over the piston into the cylinder hole.

  • What is the final step mentioned for the cylinder installation?

    -The final step is to install the cylinder base nuts and bring them up to torque.

  • How many cylinders does the speaker mention installing?

    -The speaker mentions repeating the installation process for a total of four cylinders.

  • What does the speaker encourage viewers to do at the beginning of the video?

    -The speaker encourages viewers to subscribe to the channel to avoid missing future videos.

  • What does the video conclude with?

    -The video concludes by thanking viewers for watching and encouraging them to subscribe for more content.

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