How long should one expect an oil cooler to last without major failure? I have a flying RV6, 351 hours, and just completed my engine oil change as part of the condition inspection. I started the engine for the leak check and just got to idle when I heard a "pop" and oil came shooting out over the windshield and left wing. It's an Aero Classics 8000074, 9 row cooler, bought from Pacific Oil Cooler Service, and I've been flying for 5 years.
I'll call them on Monday and send it back I guess for repair. Looks like a separation at the top of one of the brazed rows, very clean. Glad it was on the ground, not in the air. Their web site recommends overhaul at 300 - 400 hrs. I always assumed they lasted considerably longer.
Duane Bentley
N515DB
West Chester, OH
I'll call them on Monday and send it back I guess for repair. Looks like a separation at the top of one of the brazed rows, very clean. Glad it was on the ground, not in the air. Their web site recommends overhaul at 300 - 400 hrs. I always assumed they lasted considerably longer.
Duane Bentley
N515DB
West Chester, OH