This comprehensive overhaul manual provides detailed instructions and specifications for overhauling Continental Aircraft Engines, specifically the C75, C85, and C90 models. The manual is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy for mechanics and technicians to follow. It covers all aspects of the overhaul process, including disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly. This manual is a valuable resource for anyone involved in maintaining and repairing these engines, ensuring that overhauls are performed correctly and to the highest standards.
The Continental 0200 series engine, encompassing models like the C75, C85, and C90, is a renowned and widely-used piston aircraft engine known for its robust construction, reliability, and ease of maintenance. Developed and manufactured by Continental Motors, it's a 4-cylinder, horizontally opposed, air-cooled engine designed primarily for light aircraft. These engines boast a displacement ranging from 75 to 90 cubic inches, delivering power outputs from 75 to 90 horsepower. With a dry weight of approximately 180 pounds, the 0200 series excels in providing dependable power for various aircraft applications, including single-engine trainers, experimental aircraft, and even some ultralight designs.
The Continental 0200 series engine has been a workhorse in the aviation industry since its introduction in the 1940s. Its simple design, featuring a cast aluminum crankcase, steel connecting rods, and forged aluminum pistons, makes it both durable and repairable. The engine's inherent reliability has earned it widespread acceptance among pilots and aircraft owners. The 0200 series is known for its fuel efficiency, low operating costs, and ease of maintenance, factors that contribute to its continued popularity. Its popularity is further fueled by the availability of numerous aftermarket parts and support services, ensuring that owners can readily maintain and repair their engines.