NT5224 Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Hi folks. Me again. What do people think of the Murphy Rebel? Its not a type that I had previously heard of, but it seems to tick all the boxes... metal construction, rugged bush design, STOL, good lift capacity. Also, would I face any particular problems getting somebody to maintain a Rotec radial? They aren't that common and so I'm wondering about parts availability and service costs as compared other engines such as the trusty Rotax.. What is the Rotec reputation like as an aviation engine? For some reason I think radials may be a little more tempremental than more regular engine designs... Cheers Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Litespeed Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 I have no experience with them, but it should be fine for parts and service. They are made here in Australia, and given the price of a rotax rebuild, I would be surprised if they were anything as expensive to fix or rebuild. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 I have no experience with them, but it should be fine for parts and service. They are made here in Australia, and given the price of a rotax rebuild, I would be surprised if they were anything as expensive to fix or rebuild. Hi folks.Me again. What do people think of the Murphy Rebel? Its not a type that I had previously heard of, but it seems to tick all the boxes... metal construction, rugged bush design, STOL, good lift capacity. Also, would I face any particular problems getting somebody to maintain a Rotec radial? They aren't that common and so I'm wondering about parts availability and service costs as compared other engines such as the trusty Rotax.. What is the Rotec reputation like as an aviation engine? For some reason I think radials may be a little more tempremental than more regular engine designs... Cheers Alan Regarding Rotec spares & service costs..... it's aviation, so it costs no matter whether Rotec, Rotax or Lyc/Cont! An example of what to expect - a recent emailed quote from Rotax for a factory zero-hour first rebuild on a timed out R912 80hp was (ca) $15 to $16K. During the same period, a Rotec factory bulk strip, inspection and zero-timed upgrade with mods on a 7 cyl radial cost me 5 grand. Conversely, Bert Flood are super responsive to deal with for queries etc whereas getting answers out of Rotec is like pulling teeth without anesthetic. I'd have that Murphy Rebel in a heartbeat but if I did, the wife would ensure that my heart stopped beating. Good luck with your Xmas shopping. cheers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredRacer Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Hi Alan, There's a Murphy Rebel at Watts Bridge in Sth east Qld, it has a low hour Continental 200 in it I believe. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
facthunter Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 The Rebel can take many engines. It's like a mini DH Beaver. You need to fly it under VH to get an appropriate motor in it due to weight considerations in RAAus but there are some with a Rotax 912 100 HP on the register. It would probably look stunning with a radial in it. There are some with Warner Scarabs in them. It's a Murphy Kit all metal. Nev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ave8rr Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 The Rebel can take many engines. It would probably look stunning with a radial in it. http://aviationadvertiser.com.au/detail.php?id=4217 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ave8rr Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Hi Alan,There's a Murphy Rebel at Watts Bridge in Sth east Qld, it has a low hour Continental 200 in it I believe. Hi Bob, the Watts Bridge aircraft has a Lycoming with a high number of hours but has been "topped" http://aviationadvertiser.com.au/detail.php?id=4322 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NT5224 Posted December 15, 2015 Author Share Posted December 15, 2015 Thanks guys, I've heard some positive feedback from sources so am moving onto a pre-purchase inspection and hope to view the aircraft myself next week! Cheers Alan 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Litespeed Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 Which one, the radial or lycoming? Radials are sexy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
facthunter Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 Check all the weights shown and allowed in RAAus. May be only 544 Kgs. It might have Cleveland brakes and a good locking tailwheel, same as a C-180 with a flat spring rather than tubular. Nev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 Which one, the radial or lycoming?Radials are sexy But.......MESSY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Litespeed Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 Hey sex is meant to be messy, or you not doing it right 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teckair Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 When buying a plane do your true diligence check post 10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredRacer Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 Hi Bob, the Watts Bridge aircraft has a Lycoming with a high number of hours but has been "topped"http://aviationadvertiser.com.au/detail.php?id=4322 Yeah, that's the one Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Thanks guys,I've heard some positive feedback from sources so am moving onto a pre-purchase inspection and hope to view the aircraft myself next week! Cheers Alan Alan, I flew Don Matthews' Rotec-engined Rebel 4 weeks ago. Pretty sweet machine in my opinion. If you're going to Watts to look at BHI, Mullumbimby isn't too far out of your way. PM me if you want more information Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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