Continental O-470 parts

[milo everyday]

I'm looking for a source to buy non-certified rocker cover gaskets for a Continental O-470. Not trying to pay FAA-certified prices for something this simple. Any leads on suppliers or shops that sell parts like these for experimental or owner-maintained planes would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[trail bug 111]

I ran into the same issue tracking down parts for a project engine a while back. Some aircraft salvage yards and experimental aircraft forums have folks who sell non-certified gaskets at reasonable prices. Have you checked with engine rebuild shops? Sometimes, they have extras or know where to point you.

 

[potatochase]

If you're after non-certified rocker cover gaskets for your Continental O-470, check out places like Aircraft Spruce, B&C Specialty or experimental aircraft forums where folks share parts sources. Sometimes local shops can make custom gaskets cheaper too.

 

[Cara.Vera]

You should be able to find non certified rocker cover gaskets for the O 470 through suppliers that cater to experimental builders or owner maintained aircraft, mind you, there are silicone options out there that work great and cost a fraction of certified parts. Some shops will sell the exact same gasket without the FAA paperwork, which is really all you're avoiding here

 

[MarshFlyer]

Makes sense, silicone gaskets that aren't officially certified can save you some money if you're experimenting or taking care of your own O-470 engine.