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Old 03-03-2019, 09:57 AM
knievel knievel is offline
 
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Default Looking for aircraft engine info
I'm looking for a good source of info on common aircraft engine design.

i.e. why the intake comes through the sump. Etc.

I'm familiar with automotive engines, I'm just looking a book or website with the theory behind the differences.

Still in the dreaming stage of my rv9 build.
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Old 03-03-2019, 10:41 AM
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Default Free manuals on faa.gov
Downfall free manuals from FAA at FAA.gov:

https://www.faa.gov/regulations_poli...lant-Vol-1.pdf
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Old 03-03-2019, 11:01 AM
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Two good books:

Sacramento Sky Ranch Engine Manual: Operation, failure, repair, piston aircraft engines Paperback ? 1991

Mike Busch on Engines: What every aircraft owner needs to know about the design, operation, condition monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting of piston aircraft engines 1st Edition
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Old 03-03-2019, 11:40 AM
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Still in the dreaming stage of my rv9 build.
Dont dream, do.

The tail feathers dont take up much room.
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Old 03-03-2019, 12:52 PM
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Dont dream, do.

The tail feathers dont take up much room.

Word! Can't finish if you don't start.
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