AeroVee 2.1 Engine Kit
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The AeroVee 2.1 is a complete VW
Conversion Engine Kit Package, by AeroConversions.
The AeroVee 2.1 package is a 2180 cc,
80 hp Aero-Engine that can be run on AvGas or Auto Fuel.
The complete package weighs only 161 lbs (151
lbs with optional Nikasil Cylinder upgrade)! All of
the supplied components are brand-new, zero-time parts.
The AeroVee comes as a complete kit
that you can assemble yourself in approximately 12
hours, with the aid of an AeroVee
Assembly Manual and an instructional DVD. The AeroVee
DVD is also available for purchase separate from the
engine kit. A complete AeroVee
Firewall-Forward Installation Guide is provided,
along with free Phone/Email Technical Support. An AeroVee engine on-line discussion
group is also available.
The AeroVee engine kit
includes the AeroConversions
AeroCarb, providing maximized power and optimized
fuel economy in a simple, reliable carburetor
design.
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 AeroVee Engine Kit assembly is made easy
with the AeroVee Assembly DVD!
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The AeroVee features dual ignition, using
two spark plugs per cylinder and including four independent,
solid-state ignition modules, all driven directly off the
crankshaft/flywheel assembly. The AeroConversions secondary
electronic ignition provides extremely reliable starting under
the toughest conditions, while adding "dual-plus" ignition
reliability by completing the AeroVee's quadruple-redundent
ignition system.
The AeroVee 2.1 represents thousands of
hours in engineering, machining and testing and the
AeroConversions design team has over 35 years of experience in
pioneering and innovating VW engine conversions. The modern
AeroVee engine design has thousands of customer-flown fleet
hours to its credit, with installations in a wide range of
airframes.
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| Technical Specifications |
| Continuous
Horsepower: |
80 hp
@ 3400 RPM |
| Bore: |
92
mm |
| Stroke: |
82
mm |
| Displacement: |
2180
cc |
| Compression
Ratio: |
8.0:1
for AvGas*
7.0:1 for Auto Fuel* |
| Oil
Capacity: |
2.75
US Quarts |
| Oil
Type: |
SAE
Multigrade 20/50 |
| Firing
Order: |
1-4-3-2 |
| Spark
Plugs: |
Autolite MP4163 or
equivalent |
| Carburetor: |
AeroCarb ACV-C03S |
| Starter: |
SkyTec
Geared Starter |
| Alternator
Output: |
20
Amp |
| Weight: |
161 lbs less oil and exhaust (151
lbs with optional Nikasil Cylinder upgrade) |
| Propeller
Drive: |
1:1 |
| Prop Bolt
Pattern: |
Qty 6,
5/16" diameter @ 4" Center |
| Prop Drive
Bushings: |
9/16"
diameter x 7/16" long |
| Battery Required:
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12v @
20 Amp |
*AvGas
Requirements: aviation gasoline 91/98 minimum
grade conforming to ASTM D 910.
*Auto Fuel Requirements:
automotive gasoline with a posted (R+M)/2 of 90 or greater
conforming with ASTM D 4814. |
| Operating Limitations |
| Idle
RPM: |
700-900 |
| Cruise
RPM: |
3200
+/- 200 |
| Maximum
RPM: |
4000 |
| Oil Temp
Min: |
160
degrees F |
| Oil Temp
Max: |
230
degrees F |
| Oil Pressure
Min: |
20 psi |
| Oil Pressure
Max: |
100
psi |
| Oil Pressure @
Cruise: |
40-50 psi |
| CHT @
Cruise: |
350-375 degrees F |
| CHT @ Climb (5
min): |
420
degrees F |
| CHT Max: |
450
degrees F |
| EGT Max: |
1400
degrees F |
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Key Engine Dimensions:
Prop Hub Bolt Pattern:
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AeroVee Engine Kit Features:
- Low-profile design provides for
low-drag, streamlined cowl installations.
- "Dual-Plus" quadruple-redundant
solid state ignition system.
- New generation robust Shrink-Fit
Prop Hub with rounded keyway.
- Custom AeroVee Crankshaft for
easier assembly and improved durability.
- Prop Hub/Crankshaft Assembly now
available Pre-Assembled as an optional kit upgrade.
- Precision machined Universal
Accessory Plate featuring widely-available motor mount
bolt pattern.
- Standard 20 Amp Alternator, potted
for extra durability.
- Machined high-volume Oil Breather
Plate.
- Light-weight aluminum Flywheel and
steel "Center Fitting" with index bolt patterns for
simple ignition timing.
- Drive Bushings for optimum
propeller to prop hub load distribution.
- 3 piece Intake Manifold including
billeted aluminum Intake Elbows and stainless steel
"V" Tube.
- ACV-CO3S (32mm) AeroCarb included!
- Laser-cut, anodized Block-Off
Plates included.
- Zinc-plated steel parts and
hardware for improved corrosion resistance.
- All engine assembly hardware
included.
- High-end aftermarket racing core
parts, forged and nitrided wherever possible.
- Optional
Nikasil Cylinder upgrade available.
- Unbeatably-low maintenance and
overhaul costs.
- Detailed AeroVee Assembly Manual
and companion DVD video.
- Comprehensive AeroVee
Firewall-Forward Installation Manual.
- AeroVee-specific Sky-Tec "Flyweight" geared electric
Starter.
- Many installation accessories
available including exhaust and cooling systems.
Note: AeroVee
Exhaust Sold Separately
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Engine Mount Dimensions:
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Evolution of the Modern
AeroVee Engine Kit:
2002: AeroConversions
re-introduced the AeroVee brand to the marketplace with
unveiling of the AeroVee 2002, a truly modern VW
aircraft conversion utilizing simple and elegant design,
high-quality VW core parts, the most robust prop hub
assembly installation in the VW conversion marketplace,
the latest CNC machining technology and applying a broad
history of VW engine conversion design and testing
experience.
December, 2003: AeroConversions introduced the AeroVee secondary
electronic ignition, giving the AeroVee dual ignition,
improving power and starting, and increasing the total
number of independent ignition modules on the AeroVee
Engine from 2 to 4, making the "dual-plus" ignition
system used today. Dual Ignition
Upgrade is available For details,
please contact AeroConversions Technical Support: techsupport@aeroconversions.com
February, 2007: AeroConversions unveiled AeroVee 2.0, an upgraded
AeroVee Engine featuring a Standard 20 Amp Alternator
that has been potted for extra durability, a new
High-Volume Machined Oil Breather Plate and an Enhanced
Secondary Ignition system with proprietary
AeroConversions Pick-Up Modules and improved Ignition
Coils. |
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20 Amp Alternator
with Potted Stator:
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Machined Oil Breather Plate:
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| A 20 Amp Alternator is now standard
equipment on all new AeroVee Engine Kits. Existing
AeroVee customers may purchase the Potted 20 Amp Stator,
precision Machined Magnet Ring and Stator Plate as an upgrade. |
The
new Machined Oil Breather Plate offers higher breather
volume and better durability over the previous PVC
breather elbow. Existing AeroVee customers may purchase
this part as an upgrade. |
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March, 2008: Introduction of AeroVee 2.1. Due to the increasing
volume of AeroVee engine sales, we have been able to
incorporate new features that enhance the already robust
AeroVee design. The new AeroVee 2.1 features a
purpose-built custom crankshaft that has a larger
diameter and longer prop hub interface. This new design
also eliminates the distributor drive gear and the racer
spacer, making for an easier assembly. AeroVee 2.1
continues to use standard bearings, eliminating the need
for custom bearings and allowing for easy replacement at
overhaul time. All external steel conversion components
are also now zinc plated for improved aesthetics and
additional corrosion resistance.
AeroVee 2.1 Frequently Asked
Questions:
Q: I currently have
an AeroVee 2180/AeroVee 2.0. Should I consider upgrading
to the new AeroVee 2.1 Crankshaft?
A: No. As stated above, the new 2.1
features were phased in to enhance the already reliable
AeroVee Engine Conversion. A carefully assembled,
installed, and maintained AeroVee Engine will continue
to deliver reliable power for years and years of flying
fun.
Q: I
have an old AeroVee 2002/AeroVee 2.0 crank. Will parts
be available for future service or will I need to order
a new crank and hub?
A: Service parts for the 2.0 system will
continue to be available for anyone requiring
them.
Q: I
haven’t assembled my engine yet, can I exchange the old
parts for new?
A: Since
these parts are being discontinued for new engines,
Sonex is not offering an exchange program on the 2.0
parts.
Q: I
would like to upgrade from the previous 2.0 to the new
2.1 version, what would this cost me?
A: These cost to upgrade to the 2.1 Set-up
is $675, which includes the following component parts:
ACV-P01-98 Custom Crank Shaft, ACV-H01-16 Prop Hub 2.1,
ACV-H01-17 Prop Hub Washer, ACV-P01-99 Forward Woodruff
Key, ACV-P01-100 Aft Woodruff Key, ACV-P01-101 Oil
Slinger, ACV-Z01-74 Prop Hub Bolt, ACV-P01-62 Crank
Timing Gear, and ACV-P01-64 Crank Gear Lock
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December, 2008: Pre-Assembled
Prop Hub/Crankshaft Assembly
 AeroConversions is pleased
to announce that all customers now have the option of
purchasing a Pre-Assembled Prop Hub/Crankshaft Assembly
for the AeroVee 2.1 Engine Kit Package. The cost
of this assembled crankshaft option is
$295.
Customers who already have their
AeroVee 2.1 Engines are also welcome to return their
crankshaft assembly parts and have them assembled by
AeroConversions. The cost of this option is also $295
(plus shipping both ways). Please contact AeroConversions
Technical Support for an RMA# and a list of items to
be returned if you are interested in this option.
While the overwhelming majority of
AeroVee customers have had success in accomplishing this
crankshaft assembly, there have been a few that have
struggled with them. Our goal is to make the AeroVee
Engine assembly as simple as possible and to take care
of the market segment that has been requesting this
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April, 2009: Optional Nikasil
Cylinder Upgrade Available... Save
over 9 lbs!!!
 Sonex Aircraft, LLC is
pleased to announce another new enhancement to the
popular AeroConversions AeroVee Engine Kit with the
introduction of weight-saving Nikasil Cylinders. The
Nikasil Cylinder upgrade package reduces AeroVee Engine
weight by just over 9 lbs and is offered at
significantly lower cost than Nikasil or comparable
NiCom kits offered by competing VW conversion
manufacturers. A new AeroVee Engine Kit can be
upgraded with a Nikasil Cylinder set for $500. Existing AeroVee engine customers may
purchase the Nikasil Cylinder upgrade for $750.
Equipped with Nikasil Cylinders, the AeroVee Engine Kit
is the lightest-weight fully-featured 2180cc VW aircraft
conversion available in the marketplace today, at 152
lbs less oil and exhaust.
Nikasil is a trademarked
electrodeposited oleophilic nickel matrix silicon
carbide coating for piston engine components. AeroVee
Nikasil coated aluminum cylinders replace standard cast
iron cylinders, saving 37 ounces per cylinder and
offering superior resistance to corrosion and wear.
AeroConversions Nikasil Cylinder sets include
Nikasil-coated aluminum cylinders, graphite-coated cast
aluminum pistons, wrist pins, wrist pin snap rings, and
piston rings. |
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