Services

-Maintenace/Repair Training Courses

-Maintenance, Repair and Rebuilds

Training Courses

Basic 3 Hour course

Course is broken up into 2 portions

Classroom portion-

  • Basic 2 stroke engine function 

  • Paramotor specific components and nuances explained

  • Belt vs. gear reduction

  • Potential negative effects from the propeller

  • Different induction types

  • Oil and fuel discussion (5 minute discussion limit)

  • 10 major maintenance tips

  • -WB37/3a Walbro carburetor detailed explanation

Hands-on Portion-

  • Walbro WB37/3a full disassembly, inspection and rebuild

  • Test and tune

Advanced 5 hour course

Covers everything from the basic 3 hour course with the addition of-

  • Pull start disassembly, service/inspection, reassembly

  • Engine top end disassembly, service/inspection, reassembly

  • Fuel tank service (time permitting)

Courses are taught locally in the Western New York area. Additionally, I can come to you! Group rates available for flying clubs/groups and schools

Local Courses:

Basic course is $200 per person and $250 per person for the advanced course. Returning students are $50 for any class of your choosing!

Email me at neil@wightaero.com for the course schedule and to reserve your seat!!

Travel Courses:

Please email me at neil@wightaero.com for more information and to discuss your needs!

Maintenance and Repair/Rebuild Services

Diagnostic/ Troubleshooting

$50/$100

Every engine that comes to my shop will be ran on the test stand for a baseline overall health assesment. If requested or required, troubleshooting will be performed on the stand for an additional $50

“The 100 Hour”

$350 Air Cooled Engines $475 Liquid Cooled Engines

By far the most popular service chosen by my customers, “The 100 Hour”. If your engine has been going hard for a few years it’s probably time to “SEND IT IN” and have it professionally serviced.

13 point inspection includes: piston, cylinder, head, crank, all bearings, reduction/bearings, starter, intake system, exhaust system, rubber mounts, hardware torque values, clutch, gaskets, seals

Engine top end will be cleaned of carbon and measured for condition

Maintenance to be performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule, in addition to any normal wear items.

Each maintenance point listed above is a visual inspection or replacement of the item in accordance with the maintenance schedule and based on the technicians assessment

Full Rebuild Service

$500 Air Cooled Engines $675 Liquid Cooled Engines

The most intensive option. If your engine is significantly high hour or you have experienced a catastrophic failure, this is the service required. Prices may fluctuate depending on overall engine condition which will be discussed prior to the engine being sent to the shop.

PRICES LISTED ABOVE DO NOT INCLUDE REPLACEMENT PARTS

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