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Forum: Alternative Engines 03-31-2008, 02:03 PM
Replies: 86
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Posted By FlightOps
In my experience most coolant leaks beyond...

In my experience most coolant leaks beyond potential issues immediately after servicing or modifying a cooling system, (on the ground) is usually related to neglect or just too long a service period...
Forum: Alternative Engines 03-29-2008, 01:43 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 41,102
Posted By FlightOps
Craig, It is safe to assume you are on the...

Craig,

It is safe to assume you are on the air-cooled side.

Naturally there are many more air-cooled engines out there. I assume folks have flown air-cooled stuff across oceans without floats. In...
Forum: Alternative Engines 03-28-2008, 11:13 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 41,102
Posted By FlightOps
Something else I meant to mention, but might as...

Something else I meant to mention, but might as well mention separately given the length of my post, is engine durability.

GMCJet, you mention Lycs spinning all day long at 2700 rpm or therabouts...
Forum: Alternative Engines 03-28-2008, 11:05 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 41,102
Posted By FlightOps
Good stuff, more than I could hope for in the...

Good stuff, more than I could hope for in the average ground dwelling forum.

Ok GMCJet has indicated Lycoming and the gang are keeping up with the modern era on their engine management. Keep in...
Forum: Alternative Engines 03-28-2008, 03:55 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 41,102
Posted By FlightOps
I haven't been reading for long, but enjoying it...

I haven't been reading for long, but enjoying it so far. I am interested in getting back into flying. Though my career involves aviation, most of my 'gear headed' recreation has come by way of...
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