Here's a fantastic article I found on AvWeb.
http://www.avweb.com/news/savvyaviator/savvy_aviator_45_how_risky_is_going_past_tbo_195241-1.html
It sums up everything most of us already know intuitively about engines and other mechanical devices. When you've got a contraption that's got a good "vibe", it makes no sense to randomly disassemble and replace components unless they're truly worn or by design wear out on fairly regular schedules (oil changes, batteries, plugs etc).
This kind of writing makes a lot of sense and is very refreshing. That's why I spend most of my time reading stuff on AvWeb, VAF and others. On the other hand, the rags that come with my various memberships immediately go in the recycling bin these days.
http://www.avweb.com/news/savvyaviator/savvy_aviator_45_how_risky_is_going_past_tbo_195241-1.html
It sums up everything most of us already know intuitively about engines and other mechanical devices. When you've got a contraption that's got a good "vibe", it makes no sense to randomly disassemble and replace components unless they're truly worn or by design wear out on fairly regular schedules (oil changes, batteries, plugs etc).
This kind of writing makes a lot of sense and is very refreshing. That's why I spend most of my time reading stuff on AvWeb, VAF and others. On the other hand, the rags that come with my various memberships immediately go in the recycling bin these days.