[Steve]

Russ,

I believe only Lycoming can zero time an engine. Also, Lycoming will only install new cylinders on their rebuild/overhaul. Others can overhaul to either serviceable tolerances (which I would not recommend) or new tolerances (which most reputable engine shops do). I have had good luck with Penn Yan, but I lived in New York when the engine was overhauled. So shipping charges were minimal (30 minute flight via the FBOs cargo hauler).

You could also have the IA fail the annual inspection and provide you with a list of discrepancies and unairworthy items per FAR 43.11(a)(5). Then find either another IA or A&P that is willing to sign off the engine as airworthy. AOPA has printed articles on this subject.

Steve

[Steve]

Same thing happened to my Tiger about ten years ago after an annual, except the gas cap and receiver twisted off. Ended up ordering two new fuel receivers from FletchAir, fuel cap gaskets, and appropriate bonding material again from FletchAir. FletchAir also emailed the appropriate procedures for the task. When removing the old bonding material use plastic scraper only and scrap away from the fuel opening. Clean the tank fuel opening and fuel receiver with fuel cap on, then bond per procedure.

This legally is a job for an A&P, mechanic with airframe certificate, or CRS repairman.

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