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…E-prop installation in the Southeast update
Did testing of old and new. For some reason the Dynon did not keep most of Monday file, may have exceeded storage size so my data is not as comprehensive as I hoped. For that what I provided is from my notes and FlightAware recordings. I provided average climb rates to 7500' for all tests. For both props it was consistent until about 6000' and then dropped about 100fpm. From previous testing I noted climb dropped another 100fpm by 10,000'. I saw no value going past 7500' especially with my sinus congestion. The E-Prop pitch level tool became erratic and I had to use an alternative for my last trial. Prop is still too coarse. Need to get RPM up higher in climbs and drop the top speed. Prop is very smooth and does remarkably well at such low engine RPMs. More to follow....
olegburlacu
…External Power PIREP
Wired an Anderson 50A connector between battery shunt and master relay
More red cube data
…DanGerdes
I installed a replacement red cube about 25 hours ago, and placed temp indicator stickers (McMaster) on 4 sides of the sensor, trying to determine if the sensor was exposed to excessive temps.
Pics of the indicators below. There was no indication that the red cube reached even 188 F.
This is the recommended RV14A installation, with heat shields only, no other insulation.
Operating conditions for the last 25 hours were typical San Diego area: warm to hot, but nothing excessive.
Also a couple of pics of a bench test of the stick on sensors, just to confirm they actually work.
https://vansairforce.net/threads/red-cube-failure-mode.230084/post-1800382
Milestone: RV-12
…ymc9
Still a looooong way to go, but here I’ve reached the first milestone to fit the empennage together!
Milestone: Engine Hung
…RV-12David
First Flight Matias Niemi RV-7
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3000 Hours!
Well tonight 789PH rolled over 3000 hrs on the Hobbs. After a Flight review yesterday with kind gentleman who did her first flight a little over 18 years ago, she was sitting at 2999, so I had some work to do! This evening was cool and clear - a great night to do what I do several times a...
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scottmillhouse
…E-prop installation in the Southeast update
Did testing of old and new. For some reason the Dynon did not keep most of Monday file, may have exceeded storage size so my data is not as comprehensive as I hoped. For that what I provided is from my notes and FlightAware recordings. I provided average climb rates to 7500' for all tests. For both props it was consistent until about 6000' and then dropped about 100fpm. From previous testing I noted climb dropped another 100fpm by 10,000'. I saw no value going past 7500' especially with my sinus congestion. The E-Prop pitch level tool became erratic and I had to use an alternative for my last trial. Prop is still too coarse. Need to get RPM up higher in climbs and drop the top speed. Prop is very smooth and does remarkably well at such low engine RPMs. More to follow....
E-prop installation in the Southeast?
Recent posts represent switching to an E-prop adds near constant speed performance to a RV-12. Have always wanted to swap to a CS once Mosaic kicks in. This prop appears to perform similarity. Anyone have one installed in the Southeast that I can check out? Never mind. Got sold on the prop and...
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olegburlacu
…External Power PIREP
Wired an Anderson 50A connector between battery shunt and master relay
External Power
I know this has been hashed around in the past. I’m trying to decide what external power plug to put on the 10. I know the standard is heavy, but everyone has one. I know Piper is lighter and small but will power be available if I really need it. My plane is very electrical dependent and jump...
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More red cube data
…DanGerdes
I installed a replacement red cube about 25 hours ago, and placed temp indicator stickers (McMaster) on 4 sides of the sensor, trying to determine if the sensor was exposed to excessive temps.
Pics of the indicators below. There was no indication that the red cube reached even 188 F.
This is the recommended RV14A installation, with heat shields only, no other insulation.
Operating conditions for the last 25 hours were typical San Diego area: warm to hot, but nothing excessive.
Also a couple of pics of a bench test of the stick on sensors, just to confirm they actually work.
https://vansairforce.net/threads/red-cube-failure-mode.230084/post-1800382
Milestone: RV-12
…ymc9
Still a looooong way to go, but here I’ve reached the first milestone to fit the empennage together!
Milestone: Engine Hung
…RV-12David
First Flight Matias Niemi RV-7
First Flight: Matias Niemi RV-7 (Finland)
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