Lycoming Luscombe Info Wanted

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Hello All,

I am considering buying a barn find Luscombe B which has an Lycombing 0-145 engine. I know nothing about this engine. Can I get some insight on the cost to overhaul, who does it, are there still parts readily available? Are there exhaust parts and mag parts out there? I noticed that on one cylinder the two spark plugs are much larger than all the others, is this standard for the engine or perhaps it is a repair? What other aircraft flew with this engine? thanks so much.
albert

The O-145 is actually a decent engine but lacks parts support due to its limited production time. You are looking at an 8B which came with the 65HP Lycoming. Have flown both the O-145 and GO-145 in the 60’s in the Mooney Mite, Funk, and what we called the Stinson 10B (2 place). Properly maintained, the O-145 is reliable and smooth. Sounds like a good barn find and well worth restoration. I would attempt a rebuild of the Lycoming if you can locate parts, if not - change the mount and go with an 85 Continental. Best of luck.
VR.. Don Stits