Malcolm,
That looks like serious damage, but for the C1 especially many spares can still be had. Maybe you spend more on the overhaul of the R975 than on a used diesel (ugh!), but you will save a lot in not having to convert the Sexton for the other engine to fit in. You will need to make engine mounts, cooling system, and change fire wall, prop shaft, fuel system etc. etc. - this is a huge job!
If I were you I would try to source the parts for the radial and find an aircraft / engine mechanics school and ask them to do the overhaul as a teaching project. I'm sure the students will like the ride in the Sexton afterwards!
Hanno
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Regards,
Hanno
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