PERFORMANCE AND ENGINE PARAMETERS

[henriquerv9]

Hi all,

My Rv7 is finally flying and now it has accumulated 12 hours on hobbs.
I would like to compare my numbers with others RV's, as i dont know much about engine parameters. Any suggestion will be appreciate.

Here's my config : sensenich metal propo 72x85, TMX IO360 180HP ENGINE, ALL FAIRINGS ON LESS THE INFERIOR (wheel) INTERSECTIONS FAIRINGS

PERFORMANCE NUMBERS @ 8500FT AND 75oF:

169 KTAS @ 2450RPM AND 19/20MP

ENGINE PARAMETERS MOST OF FLIGHT

highest CHT : 400F
highest EGT : 1390F
Oil temp : 180F
Oil pressure : 71 PSI
fuel flow : 28 liters / hour (aprox 7.4GPH)


how is my performance numbers and engine going comparing to you guys?


Regards


Henrique Castro
RV7 PPXVH

 

[hecilopter]

Sounds spot on

Sounds like you have a great airplane. Temps and fuel burn sound good. You will pick up another knot or two with the intersection fairings on. Good job!