Desert Rat
Well Known Member
When I committed to an IO390 in an RV7, I knew I was going to be pretty much on my own as far as instructions, FWF kit, etc.
At this point, There are a couple of minor things where it makes more sense to hold off and do them when I'm closer to first engine start, but for the most part, then engine installation is as done as I can make it in my garage.
The final task that put it over the top? Drilling a #19 weep hole at the lowest point of the snorkel per the RV14 baffle installation plans. Total time to accomplish, about 30 seconds.
I really, really, appreciate everybody who offered up opinions, experience and in some cases photos from their own airplanes that helped me figure out how the heck to cram everything under the hood on this.
If I can return the favor for someone on down the road, please don't hesitate to look me up
At this point, There are a couple of minor things where it makes more sense to hold off and do them when I'm closer to first engine start, but for the most part, then engine installation is as done as I can make it in my garage.
The final task that put it over the top? Drilling a #19 weep hole at the lowest point of the snorkel per the RV14 baffle installation plans. Total time to accomplish, about 30 seconds.
I really, really, appreciate everybody who offered up opinions, experience and in some cases photos from their own airplanes that helped me figure out how the heck to cram everything under the hood on this.
If I can return the favor for someone on down the road, please don't hesitate to look me up