"Mike Spera" wrote in message
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As the 74 Cherokee ages, the engine baffling (0-320 E3D) is starting to
show its age. Various places have been stop drilled over the years and it
is time for replacement.

I really don't want used salvage parts because they are likely in the same
condition as what I have. The intercylinder baffles and hooks appear to be
Lycoming manufactured hardware and ECI makes inexpensive replacements.
Those don't need replacing (readily available, reasonably priced PMA
alternatives - of COURSE you don't need THOSE).

However, the outer shrouding that needs replacing appears to be Piper
designed/supplied. Where can you get this stuff new so that the 2-3 pieces
I need won't cost as much as a new engine? 1 piece from the DesMoines
Flight Service database lists for
$885.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!

Any sources?
Thanks,
Mike

Find an RV builder in your area and look at the baffles in his/her airplane.
The entire baffle "kit" is roughly $200. My guess is that you could make the
parts fit and could claim them as owner fabricated replacement parts.

KB