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rockitdoc First Engine Start
June 14, 2025. First engine start. Everything went very well. Only issue was that rpms seem high. At full idle and engine sounding like it was running at about 500 rpm the PFD reading was 1400. And, when readings were 2750 rpms on the PFD, the throttle was still an inch from the panel. So, something is amiss. But, oil pressure was in the green. Fuel pressure read in the yellow, though. CHT's were 245 to 260F after 5 mins. Forgot the look at EGTs.
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Perplexing oil temperature puzzle (solved)
I haven't posted much about my Phase I testing progress, because frankly - there hasn't been much progress. I had an uneventful first flight last year: no significant airframe squawks, a strong-running engine, and satisfactory cooling. My engine installation is about as standard as it gets...
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rockitdoc First Engine Start
June 14, 2025. First engine start. Everything went very well. Only issue was that rpms seem high. At full idle and engine sounding like it was running at about 500 rpm the PFD reading was 1400. And, when readings were 2750 rpms on the PFD, the throttle was still an inch from the panel. So, something is amiss. But, oil pressure was in the green. Fuel pressure read in the yellow, though. CHT's were 245 to 260F after 5 mins. Forgot the look at EGTs.
Scott's RV14A: N52XL
MIlestone! Installed the canopy. I takes three people. One inside to guide the canopy release pin into the canopy hinges and two people on either side to guide the canopy into the hinges while holding it upright. So, now it's on to finishing the wings!
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WDYDWYRTW? 6 / 14-15 / 2025.
...getting this weekend's thread started. Hope you're having a nice one. v/r,dr
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Painted! NX514WW
New Paint Job!
We really love how this one turned out!! As always big thanks to the owner for trusting us and let us know what you think! [email protected] Marlin: 417-988-7866
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