Jimmyhuf Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Hi All, Has anyone from Australia had any dealings with Rotax Rick (Ron Davis) in Naples, Florida? Looking for any feedback on his mmm and his work. Need to have my 618 Rotax rebuilt and can't have it done in australia. Apparently he uses after market pets which are great quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmccarthy Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 We have an after market pet we got from the RSPCA. I guess he gets his from autocorrect. Good luck with the rebuild. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
microman Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Just google "Rotax Rick" - I think you will get all the feedback you want there! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Page Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Just google "Rotax Rick" - I think you will get all the feedback you want there! After all that I would look about Europe, UK.. Just a long shot South Africa. KP 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyhuf Posted July 9, 2017 Author Share Posted July 9, 2017 We have an after market pet we got from the RSPCA. I guess he gets his from autocorrect.Good luck with the rebuild. Great to see there's some comedians out there... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callahan Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 I have used Rick Davis for 4 rebuils of four 503s. I can't say enough positives about this guy. He will work to give you the lowest possible price, keep you informed throughout the process and back his work 100%. Nothing less than High Praise for Rick! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyhuf Posted July 16, 2017 Author Share Posted July 16, 2017 I have used Rick Davis for 4 rebuils of four 503s. I can't say enough positives about this guy. He will work to give you the lowest possible price, keep you informed throughout the process and back his work 100%. Nothing less than High Praise for Rick! This is what I wanted to hear! I've seen some other reviews which were great but I also saw the Ripoff Report which after more research seemed like it was a disgruntled competitor or something. Thanks for the feedback 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callahan Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 I will say this Jimmy. No matter what you do in life you are never going to please everyone. Some people would complain if the work was done for free & returned in perfect order. They'd think of something. This is what I wanted to hear! I've seen some other reviews which were great but I also saw the Ripoff Report which after more research seemed like it was a disgruntled competitor or something.Thanks for the feedback 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siso Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Does anyone know what it costs to send a 503 over to the US and get it back again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyhuf Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 Hey, My 618 cost me $580 to get it The with insurance and $450 to get it back. I went through CheapCouriersCompare and used TNT which is now owned by FedEx. I shipped the engine on the 6th July and the engine has now already been returned on Monday 24th. Including Rebuild time. Very quick and price better than I thought. My full parcel weighed in at 57kg because I sent Gearbox and all. A 503 is a lot lot smaller and lighter! I would estimate $600 return shipping 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Page Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 How does sending the 503 to the US and getting it returned -- compared with a new 582 from Bert Flood. Will the 582 be too big for the transplant.? KP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunder Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Hey,My 618 cost me $580 to get it The with insurance and $450 to get it back. I went through CheapCouriersCompare and used TNT which is now owned by FedEx. I shipped the engine on the 6th July and the engine has now already been returned on Monday 24th. Including Rebuild time. Very quick and price better than I thought. My full parcel weighed in at 57kg because I sent Gearbox and all. A 503 is a lot lot smaller and lighter! I would estimate $600 return shipping And I believe you don't pay gst because it is a returning item? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunder Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 A friend who flys GA, said he would never get an engine overhauled is aus. It is cheaper to air freight an engine to aero sport power in Canada and return than here in aus. Cheaper again to buy second hand in USA, ship to Canada for full rebuild and then to aus. Saves 20 to 30 grand easy he recons..... Another friend is expecting his transponder back from the mfg in the USA after repairs. All up cost A $500. Quoted in aus, $1500...... I know it's not good sending stuff away from aussie companies, but when you're talking hundreds of percent difference in price....well. 30 percent, ok....50 percent....maybe.....but 300 percent? 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyhuf Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 And I believe you don't pay gst because it is a returning item? As the item has been repaired, you have to pay taxes on the cost of repair only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyhuf Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 A friend who flys GA, said he would never get an engine overhauled is aus.It is cheaper to air freight an engine to aero sport power in Canada and return than here in aus. Cheaper again to buy second hand in USA, ship to Canada for full rebuild and then to aus. Saves 20 to 30 grand easy he recons..... Another friend is expecting his transponder back from the mfg in the USA after repairs. All up cost A $500. Quoted in aus, $1500...... I know it's not good sending stuff away from aussie companies, but when you're talking hundreds of percent difference in price....well. 30 percent, ok....50 percent....maybe.....but 300 percent? A new 582 in Aus was going to be $15k plus. I sent my 618 To Ron davis in Florida for a total cost of $3800AUD and it's absolutely outstanding. Everything has been overhauled. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyhuf Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 A new 582 in Aus was going to be $15k plus.I sent my 618 To Ron davis in Florida for a total cost of $3800AUD and it's absolutely outstanding. Everything has been overhauled. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callahan Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Jimmy, Was that photo before the overhaul or after? Just kidding! You should've put the after picture in there. Bill Catalina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomadpete Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 All very impressive, but I thought that ROTAX 2 strokes needed a new crankshaft when overhauled, Did these others get new crankshaft? Just asking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callahan Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 I can't speak for Rick Davis, the overhaul company owner which I believe is called Red Gold Rotax....forget it, I forgot but that's close. But I think it's up to the engine owner. If you want a knew crank, I'm sure Rick will install one. He's done four of mine over the years & my policy with him is to check the crank to specs. If it checks okay, keep it. I will add this fact. In 45 years of experience with Rotax motors, I have never had a crank fail. I also never depend on an oil pump. I mix. A pump is just something else to break or mismanage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Davis Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 I can't speak for Rick Davis, the overhaul company owner which I believe is called Red Gold Rotax....forget it, I forgot but that's close.But I think it's up to the engine owner. If you want a knew crank, I'm sure Rick will install one. He's done four of mine over the years & my policy with him is to check the crank to specs. If it checks okay, keep it. I will add this fact. In 45 years of experience with Rotax motors, I have never had a crank fail. I also never depend on an oil pump. I mix. A pump is just something else to break or mismanage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Davis Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Rotax no longer makes a new crankshaft for the 618 & all the dealers supplies are exhausted. As far as the 582 engine goes, every 3 out of 5 engines that fail is caused by the lower rod bearing failing. I been rebuilding the crankshafts since 2011 & have never had a single 582 lower rod bearing fail & I have rebuilt over 550 crankshafts. Why & how , I use double oil slotted connecting rods that get more oil to the bearings & I get my customers to run 40 to 1 Premix. My rebuilt crankshafts have every pice replaced with new parts except for the 4 crank wheels. I use OEM main bearings & seals plus a far better connecting rod with new upper & lower rod bearings. ROTAX RICK 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunder Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 Hello Rick, Great to see you on the forum. I hope you will continue to post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 Running a 40-1 pre mix do you recommend richening up the carbs due to the leaner overall mixture? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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