Re: Engine, Mags, Bellcranks

[Greg.Otto@cyrix.com]

Dean,
I would plan on installing the secondary oil cooler.   I think you will
find here in Texas most of us flying are using a second one out of
necessity.  You can always disconnect it during the winter months to obtain
more cabin heat.

Greg Otto
N150GH
DMO150
Plano, TX (TKI)




"Dean Norris" <deann@calendarclub.com> on 08/24/98 05:24:23 PM

Please respond to reflector@awpi.com

To:   reflector@awpi.com
cc:    (bcc: Greg Otto/CONTRACTOR/DALLAS/CYRIX)
Subject:  Re: Engine, Mags, Bellcranks




I am building std.rg Elite, what are the chances of needing a secondary oil
cooler in the wing root? I live in Texas. Would it be wise to wait and
see how the heat goes on Lyc. IO-360 or go a head and install it? I
do not want to fight high tempertures like I have been reading.
Date sent:          Fri, 21 Aug 1998 14:31:09 -0400
From:               Dave Black <asterisk@erols.com>
Organization:       Asterisk Group
To:                 reflector@awpi.com
Subject:            Re: Engine, Mags, Bellcranks
Send reply to:      reflector@awpi.com

> Bill,
>
> > Looking for information on electronic ignition. Do I want it?? Is it
worth
> > the extra expense?
>
> Electronic ignition is more efficient and allows easier starting than
> magnetos. EI has variable timing, which can improve power output. But
> electronic ignition requires battery power to operate. Thus many builders
use
> one electronic and one mag. Two electronic would be slightly better, but
(in
> my opinion) not worth the extra complexity of a dual electrical system.
>
> > What brand have other's used?
>
> Many Velocity builders are using the Jeff Rose system. I've heard lots of
> good things about it.
>
> > Don't know anything about it. Or are mags good enough.
>
> Of course. These engines have been flying on mags forever. It's just a
matter
> of choice, whether you would like to improve engine efficiency or not.
>
> > >I don't have my aileron bell cranks installed yet. Do I need to do
that
> > before I install the oil cooler in the wing root??
>
> A general rule of thumb I'd apply here: Install the ESSENTIAL & IMMOVABLE
> items first, then see what space is left for the optional ones. There's
only
> one place where the bellcranks can go, so I'd at least trial-fit them
before
> installing anything else which might interfere in their vicinity.
>
> Dave Black
> SW RG TopDoor (Classic)
>