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Walter Mikron
Posted: Thu Apr 21, 2011 5:28 am
by Dave Reid
I am in the initial phase of buying a new Mikron III from the Czech Republic and have received a copy of Parma-Technik's contract for selling me same.
Does anyone have recent experience of importing one of these engines? I'd be interested to hear any comments on their experience, with buying, importing, or with operating.
Posted: Thu Apr 21, 2011 1:42 pm
by Ian Law
Can't help with your question but I have wondered about a Mikron for my project and will be interested in any comments about this engine.
I'd probably have to look for a good second-hand specimen and would need to be confident that some sort of spares and engineering back up would be available!
Ian
Posted: Fri May 27, 2011 7:21 pm
by Dave Reid
Hmm. OK, not much response here then!
I have ordered my engine, which should be delivered in 6 months time. If anyone has a vague interest in following the same route, I'd be happy to advise as I go along.
Cheers,
Dave
Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2011 4:53 am
by Dave Reid
My new engine will be ready for delivery in the next couple of weeks.
Is anyone on the forum involved in transport able to recommend a solution to shipping the crate here? Weight is about 110kg, size L1000 x H700 x W600mm. I have been quoted a price from the factory, but would just like to explore other options.
Thanks,
Dave
Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2011 8:04 am
by John Riley
I have used Unifreight, they ship from USA or Europe, Air or sea. Will handle customs if you wish.
I have no conection with the company.
http://www.unifreight.co.uk
Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2011 12:52 pm
by rogcal
Not that it will help in your quest to find a carrier for your engine but it did remind me of the time a couple of decades ago when an aquaintance who was building a Currie Wot loaded his Walter Mikron engine into his little Fiat X1 sports car and drove it from the UK to the Walter factory.
I believe his intention was to see for himself the facilities in which his engine would be rebuilt however as far as I'm aware he didn't stay for the job to be done and had it freighted back home.
Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2011 1:53 am
by Dave Reid
I've delayed my reply, waiting for a delivery result, which I now have. John, thanks for the suggestion. I'd now recommend Unifreight to others, being the proud possessor of a shiny new engine. I am well impressed with Parma Technik in the Czech Republic and if anyone is interested in a Mikron, I'd be happy to chat about my purchase 'experience'.
Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2011 8:47 am
by Ian Law
Dave,
Glad to hear you now have a brand new engine.
The Mikron is a possible alternative to my stored Continental A-80, for my project and I may seek your advice if the forthcoming overhaul turns out to be too expensive! One major problem would be the design and approval of a new engine mount and associated bits and pieces.
Ian
Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2011 9:28 am
by Nick Allen
Might one ask how much a shiny new Mikron costs?
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 10:47 pm
by Dave Reid
Nick,
The Mikron I have was priced in Euros at 8,940 plus VAT. This included mags, carb etc but not an electric boot. The Sterling price would of course be reflected in the current exchange rate.
Cheers,
Dave
Posted: Fri Dec 30, 2011 11:16 am
by Nick Allen
Thanks Dave. (In the greater scheme of things that actually seems quite reasonable for a "proper" aircraft engine.)