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Old 01-17-2007, 07:52 AM
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i've also heard your engine runs a little cooler with EI. is the unit hard to install? danny, rv-4, N2275S
Actually CHT's go up because you are burning the fuel more completely thus higher temps. Its not a big deal for a properly cooled engine, however some planes have experienced some issues. For some reason the only EI to really cause the problem is the certified LASAR system.
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Old 01-17-2007, 12:08 PM
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Default Dual light speed Backup?

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With dual LS what do you have for a backup incase of electrical failure? I really like the idea.
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Old 01-17-2007, 01:45 PM
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Default Switching to P-Mag

I guess that I'm the gageteer sort. I've just received a couple of Pmags for installation on my RV-4 (180/CS) currently flying with Slicks. I chose the Pmags primarily because of space limitations...no cigar box sized unit to find a place for.

Another thought just came to mind. If one switches from mags to Pmags, are folks considering this a "major" change and running it by the Feds? Or just installing the EI, making the log entry and flying?

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Old 01-17-2007, 02:35 PM
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Default Dual LSI

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Walt
With dual LS what do you have for a backup incase of electrical failure? I really like the idea.
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Russel Koch
Russ,
I added the B&C BUG (8 amp back up gen) to the system which can carry both LSI's and the essential bus no problem.
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Old 01-17-2007, 02:40 PM
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Default Dual LSI

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Interesting! Did you go to dual batteries too? Also, was it a big deal to add the extra magnets for the pickups for the second LS?
I went with the B&C BUG with single battery. When I switched to duals I replaced the Hall effect module with the dual crank pick-up. I was having some oil seepage with the Hall effect modules so decided to get rid of all the moving parts!
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Old 01-17-2007, 02:46 PM
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Default E-Mag = Minor mod

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Another thought just came to mind. If one switches from mags to Pmags, are folks considering this a "major" change and running it by the Feds? Or just installing the EI, making the log entry and flying?

Mitch Garner
RV4 (flying)
Mitch,

I am getting ready for my first flight and also for a switch to an E-Mag on the right side. I asked our DAR and he said that the switch would fall under minor mods, not adding any time to our 40 hours. If it would have, I would have swapped prior to the first flight, but I want to get some comparison numbers. I plan on posting them.

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