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AIRCRAFT ENGINE sa AIRCRAFT AIR INTAKE SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE -- DUCTED FAN sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE COOLING sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE MOUNT sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE OPERATION sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE OVERHAUL sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE PREHEATER sa AIRCRAFT ENGINE TURBOCHARGING sa AIRCRAFT EXHAUST SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT IGNITION SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT OIL SYSTEM sa AIRCRAFT STARTER SYSTEM xx AIRCRAFT xx GASOLINE ENGINE Valve adjusting tips for VW engines used in aircraft. Tip on using a piece of rope to hold a valve fully extended during reassembly of the valve spring. Tips on diagnosing the ills and ailments of an aircraft engine. Tips on checking the crankshaft and crankshaft keyway in the event of a propeller strike. Need for flat washers on VW aircraft engine valve train noted. Tip on using rope inserted into the cylinders to aid in removing the cylinder head. Checklist for determining engine condition of high time piston powerplants. Tip on using "Liquid Wrench" to loosen sticking piston rings. Technique for measuring the crankcase pressure of a Lycoming engine using an air speed indicator as a pressure gauge. How to determine the displacement volume of a combustion chamber (on a Volkswagen aero conversion engine) using a plastic syringe and cooking oil. Important tips for rotary engine conversion. Advice on selecting a Toyota automobile engine that is suitable for use in experimental aircraft. Flex-plate (flywheel) problems in Ford V-6 auto conversions for aircraft use. Engine conversions. Should you try to tackle a powerplant project? Onan overhaul. A step-by-step guide to curing the problem of head stud pullout in the high-compression, aluminum Onan engine. Auto power. A prominent designer discusses the pros of automobile engines and the cons of aircraft power plants. Advice on choosing the correct engine for your homebuilt aircraft. Little wonder. A look at the design and operation of two-stroke engines and the reasons for their popularity in light aircraft. Catching runaway horses. How to correctly calculate the usable horsepower that will be available from an aircraft engine under various conditions. Gentlemen, choose your engines. Understanding the lingo is an important aspect of shopping for an aircraft engine. Part 1. Reciprocating engines. Gentlemen, choose your engines. Part 2. Choosing among the many aircraft engines or auto conversions currently on the market. Getting the most from your two-stroke aircraft engine. Effective maintenance tips to minimize engine-out risks. The powerplant installation decision. An overview of the pros and cons of various aircraft engine locations and configurations. Maintaining a certified engine in a homebuilt. Part 1. Maintaining a certified engine in a homebuilt. Part 2. Determining power. How to measure the horsepower your aircraft engine produces. Troubleshoot a turbo or wastegate problem by performing a "part-throttle critical altitude check." Twenty questions to ask your aircraft-engine overhauler. Engine profile of the Continental IO-520. Looks at design, problems, repairs, overhaul costs, etc. Troubleshooting valve burning problems in aircraft engines. The engine clinic. Troubleshooting an engine that has been subjected to overspeeding. Looks at the special procedures which should be performed if an engine has gone 5% or more beyond redline. Engine profile of Lycoming O-320. The engine clinic. Correct procedures to prepare your aircraft engine for shutdown after landing. Looks at turbocharged, fuel-injected, and convenional engines. Inflight powerplant emergencies. How to respond to engine problems including roughness, turbocharger run-down, engine fire, low oil pressure, high temperatures, etc. Pros-and-cons of chrome cylinders and a look at alternatives. Upgrades for the Lycoming O-320 engine. A review of available options and associated costs. Causes and cures for piston-ring "flutter." Teledyne Continental Motors IO-520 cylinder breakage revisited. Latest information on the cause and cure for this problem. An inactivity checklist. Maintenance considerations for an airplane that is flown less than once a week. Looks at engines, rubber products, brakes, and electrical system. Causes and cure for cylinder "washboarding" in aircraft engines. Test to check for "detonation" in a Lycoming O-320-E2D engine. The engine clinic. Common types of aircraft-engine compression rings are explained. Engine rebuilder shares recommendations on using the new steel-belted pistons for Continental engines. Tip on curing pushrod wear on the rod shank by adjusting the shroud clearance with a shim. Differential compression testing. How to properly run and interpret a differential compression test on an engine cylinder. Continental O-200 engine modifications to improve power. A discussion of engine and propeller options. Advice on installing replacement cam and lifters in a Lycoming TIO-541-E engine. Tips on locating the cause of annoying engine vibrations which occure at specific rpm settings. Valve erosion in Lycoming engines. A look at causes and solutions. Advice on determining when a well-maintained engine should be overhauled. The engine clinic. Status of crankcase-retention-dowel usage on Lycoming engines is reviewed. Three styles of main-bearing retention dowels used in Lycoming engines are reviewed. A formula for calculating how much power (percent power) an engine will deliver at a given altitude, under a given set of conditions (rpm, OAT, etc.). Troubleshooting tips for the Continental C-145/O-300 family of engines which experiences "rumbles and stumbles" in the 2,200 rpm range. Rocker shaft wear in large Continental engines (O-470, IO-520, ...) which use the P/N 539740 rocker shaft. A look at the causes and cures. Cylinder cracking. Causes and cures. The engine clinic. Reasons for honing cylinder walls and valve guides is explained. Looks at the degree of roughness being sought and a device for measuring surface finish. Suggested order of priorities (for best cost-effectiveness) to improve the takeoff performance of a homebuilt equipped with a Lycoming O-320-E2D engine. Overhaul advice for the Continental O-470-L engine. Cylinder coatings for the 21st century. Pros and cons of plain-steel, chrome-plated and Cermichrome coated cylinders. Troubleshooting a Continental O-470-520 KAH modified engine which experiences engine roughness under reduced power whenever OAT is below minus-4 Celsius and altitude is above 12,000 feet. Tip on checking engine through-bolts, cylinder base bolts, and similar items at regular intervals. Tips on determining if an engine teardown is called for following a low rpm blade strike. The engine clinic. Valve and seat grinding, one of the most critical top-end operations. Common-sense compression tips. How to discover valve and ring problems during a routine pre-flight. Causes and cures for glazing on chromed cylinders. Some tips. Troubleshooting a Lycoming IO-360-A1B6D engine which has one chromed cylinder operating 100 degrees hotter than the other three. Advice on overhauling a well-operating Lycoming O-320-E2D engine at 2,000 hours while the oil pump A.D. is complied with. The engine clinic. How and when crankcases can be repair by welding. A description of the process. A look at Lycoming case cracking. Continental O-470 top overhaul. Tips, tricks and traps. E-225 piston scuffing. Advice on choosing a piston for an O-470 or E-series Continental engine. Tips on overhauling and caring for a Continental O-470-U engine. Reasons for overhauling a 23-year-old Lycoming IO-320 engine are noted. Tips on using OMC's "Storage Fogging Oil" to protect an aircraft engine over the winter. Pros and cons of converting an O-235 engine from 115 to 125 horsepower by increasing the compression ratio. Cautions against installing chrome rings in a chromed cylinder are repeated. Tips on determining if a minor prop strike is grounds for an engine teardown. Points to consider when determining how best to correct a critical-area crack in a Continental IO-520-BB engine. The engine clinic. Conventional coil-spring expander/dual-ring oil rings are compared with the improved wavy oil-ring expanders. Includes tips on engine oil maintenance which will improve the effectiveness of the older style rings. Reasons for camshaft scuffing in a new Lycoming IO-360 engine are explored. Troubleshooting tips for a Continental O-300-A engine which is producing aluminum shavings in the oil. Advice on leaning, oil selection, and cam/lifter considerations which may affect cylinder cracking and cam damage in a Lycoming O-360-A1F6 engine. Reasons to install the redesigned camshaft in Lycoming IO-360 engines are noted. The engine clinic. An explanation of the proper way for a camshaft to be reground. Tips on operating the Continental GO-300 engine includes advice on power management, cylinder limits and oil selection. The Piper Turbo Lance: Up close and personal. Maintenance tips for the Lycoming TIO-540-S1AD engine to improve cooling, aid wastegate operation, replace vacuum pump, etc. TBO busting. Advice on when you should or should-not consider operating an aircraft engine beyond the manufacturer's recommended TBO. The engine clinic. Special maintenance and operating needs of geared engines (such as the Continental GTSIO-520 series). Common engine overhaul mistakes and how to survive them. Troubleshooting tips for a Lycoming O-235-C engine which exhibits lean behavior and poor power output. Troubleshooting tips for a Continental O-300-D engine that exhibits engine roughness and large EGT differences at full throttle. Troubleshooting a Lycoming O-320 engine which "stumbles" on power reduction focuses on a leaky riser connection. Comprehensive look at the three types of Lycoming wrist pin plugs. Recommendations to help protect engines of inactive aircraft. Troubleshooting a Lycoming O-320-E3D where the EGT on two cylinders are significantly higher and lower than the other two cylinders. Four simple checks to make on an aircraft engine which is showing erratic aluminum counts during oil analysis. The engine clinic. Using an old airspeed indicator to measure "crankcase pressures" on Continental engines. May help detect a broken piston ring or defective crankshaft seal. Poor break-in after a major overhaul, and high oil consumption, leads into a discussion of service limits for barrel I.D. on the Lycoming 320/360/540 family of aircraft engines. The engine clinic. Dimensional checks for connecting rods at major overhaul time are explained. Replacement and installation of connecting rod bolts also explained. Tips on shutting down an engine to minimize the "shudder" or vibration that occurs as the engine goes through a critical rpm. Tips on break-in oil and ring replacement on "Cermichrome" cylinders. How piston ring rotation can affect cylinder compression-test results. Classic symptoms of preignition (detonation) are described. Black magic for the Continental TSIO-360 engine. A product review of the controllable wastegate modification for TSIO-360-E/F/G engines. Tip on piston options for the Continental IO-470-K engine. Advice on topping an older Continental O-470 engine. Pros and cons of engine porting and flowing are noted. The engine clinic. Troubleshooting the inability to achieve normal power output (poor static power). An overview of the Lycoming 320/360 families of four-cylinder engines from the homebuilder's point of view. Includes charts showing the major differences between various models of these engines. Tips on resetting the fixed wastegate of a Continental TSIO-360-FB to reduce back-prssure on the engine, thus reducing the tendency to overheat. Pros and cons of using sodium-filled valves in aircraft engines. Includes history, overhaul tips, etc. Advice on checking a Lycoming engine cylinder with compression of 30/80. Pros and cons of converting a Lycoming IO-360-B1E engine to a 200-hp equivalent. Cylinder choke specifications for Continental O-470/IO-470 engines are explained. Tips on modifying a Continental O-470 series engine for best power, fuel burn and longevity. Tip on converting a Rolls-Royce TSIO-360-D engine to a US-approved TSIO-360-C engine. Tips on what to check if the engine on a Piper Super Cub is not developing 150-hp. Cylinder safetying. Proper assembly and tightening sequence for cylinder and crankcase hardware is required in order to eliminate the need for safety wire or lock nuts on critical engine parts. Some tips. Aftermarket camshafts. A comparison between the camshafts available from Air Support International and Superior Air Parts Inc. Includes tips on avoiding "scams" when purchasing a replacement camshaft. The rebarrel alternative. Advice on replacing aging steel barrels on aircraft-engine cylinders. An alternative to chrome-plating or oversize regrinding. Troubleshooting an early pressurized Cessna Centurion P210 which is unable to maintain adequate manifold pressure. Troubleshooting a bent intake pushrod in a Lycoming O-320-E2D engine. Troubleshooting a Continental O-200-A engine with dry tappet clearance which is outside of limits. Understanding and avoiding the causes of detonation in aircraft engines. Piston scuffing, the problem what won't go away. A review of the causes and possible cures. Troubleshooting advice for a Continental O-470-R engine with high crankcase pressures. Accepted industry practices when grinding and honing aircraft cylinders are explained. Regrinding (or refacing) of intake and exhaust valves. Industry practices explained. Tip on unsticking "stuck" piston rings using a penetrant-soak procedure. Advice on the relatively good chances of big Continental IO-470 engines reaching TBO without the need for frequent cylinder changes. What symptoms to look for. Troubleshooting a Lycoming O-540-B4B5 engine that is showing degraded performance. Tips on checking for alcohol-blended fuel, poor mixture, etc. Troubleshooting steps for a Continental IO-520-K engine which has experienced a near-loss of one cylinder and a crack in the cylinder-deck. Advice on keeping a Continental C-85 engine "happy" when flown only 50 to 100 hours per year. Tips on fuel additives, oil and oil additives, mag timing, etc. Tips on increasing the power from a Lycoming O-235-L2C engine by installing higher-compression pistons. Advice on increasing the compression of a Lycoming AEIO-320-E1B engine by installing different pistons. Causes of fluctuating cylinder compression measurements are explained. Includes advice on when to consider pulling a cylinder because of low compression. Oil control rings. What is available, breaking-in new rings, etc. Tip on the proper installation of valve rockers in a parallel-valve Lycoming engine (O-320, some O-360s, etc.). Troubleshooting the camshaft on a Lycoming O-360-A3B6D engine to determine if it is the source of magnetic metal particles in the oil. Technique for determining if a leaking front engine seal is causing increased crankcase pressure and forcing oil out. Troubleshooting engines that are not delivering full power or RPM. Technique for relocating a slipped bushing on the master link rod of a Jacobs 275 engine without extensive disassembly. How to keep your Lycoming O-320 engine running strong. Understanding the special needs of this engine. Proper technique for performing and interpreting a compression test. Hose jobs. Taking the mystery out of replacing aircraft engine hoses. Checking for excessive pressurization of the crankcase which can result in erratic oil consumption. Checking Lycoming exhaust valve wobble. Includes a drawing and dimensions to make your own version of ST-71, the Lycoming gauge fixture. Tip on examining a cylinder that has been removed for service in order to determine the sources and causes of wear. Checking hydraulic tappet clearance and operation. Checking connecting rod twist. Advice on making a periodic inspection of exhaust valves. Procedure for borescoping engine cylinders on a regular basis in order to locate deposit buildups which will cause problems. Rocker box gasket replacement. The mid-life crisis avoidance inspection. How to perform a detailed inspection of an aircraft engine that goes beyond the normal annual inspection. Troubleshooting run-up roughness which may or may not be caused by spark plug fouling. Compression testing realities. What cylinder compression testing can and can't tell you. Beyond redline. Advice on checking an engine and propeller which have been subjected to operation beyond the redline. Tip on a cheap way to repair a cylinder stud that is pulling out by using a Helicoil to bring the hole back to proper size. Troubleshooting tip on cause for alternately flat and pumped-up hydraulic lifters on one bank of a Continental IO-520 engine. Troubleshooting tip to locate an obstructed upper-deck reference shroud line on a Turbo Saratoga engine. Rope tricking the Continental GO-300 engine. How to deal with simple valve sticking problems without pulling the cylinder. Involves the use of homemade tools to snag and manipulate the valve and other parts. The sick engine blues. How to identify the likely source of problems when your engine isn't performing up to par. Looks at induction leaks on turbocharged engines, fuel flows, exhaust, turbo wastegate, etc. Advice on upgrading a 1975 Cessna 210L (non-turbo) from an IO-520L engine to an IO-550 engine. Make your own jigs for checking exhaust valve wobble on Lycoming engines. Basic engine troubleshooting strategies. Tip on using a cold compression test to locate a cylinder which is burning excess oil. (2 articles) "Armstrong" method for a quick test of cylinder compression. Tip on using "Pro-Seal" to help seal dents in a crankcase at the base of a cylinder. Troubleshooting tips for a Lycoming O-235-L2C that isn't outputting maximum power. Diagnosing and fixing sticking piston rings. Of rings and springs. Function of the piston ring, oil control ring, and oil-ring expanders are explained. The Continental O-200 examined. An in-depth look at the most populous engine in the world, and some insights for its maintenance. Elementary engine troubleshooting tips for aircraft owners to perform prior to calling in a mechanic. Lycoming O-320 engine. An overview of the various models, AD notes, mechanical components, etc. Repair of leaking intake or exhaust valves by staking or lapping a valve in place. Continental's O-470 series engines. An overview of the various models, AD notes, mechanical components, etc. Tip on checking for a shifted connecting rod bushing without having to totally remove the cylinder. The Lycoming lifter debate. An in-depth look at the role of engine oil in cooling the exhaust valve guide. Lycoming O-360 engine. An overview of the various models, AD notes, mechanical components, etc. Continental IO-520 engine. Part 1. History and sensitive 520 issues. Continental IO-520 engine. Part 2. Cylinders, accessories, and important information related to the normally aspirated engine. Detonation in aircraft engines. A look at the causes and tips on prevention. Failure of silicon-carbide chrome barrels. How to spot the pending failure of a silicon-impregnated cylinder barrel. Adjusting valve dry clearance. Taking the slop out of your valve train for better engine operation. Lycoming's O-540 and IO-540 six cylinder engine. Part 1. Lycoming's O-540 and IO-540 six cylinder engine. Part 2. Nose case (or crankshaft) seal replacement in Lycoming or Continental engines. Looks at both split and solid seal options. Continental IO/TSIO-360 series engine. An overview of the history and special maintenance required by this engine. Procedures for removing pipe fittings and plugs from an engine case. Wire standoffs. A overview of various ways to keep wires and hoses from chafing inside the engine compartment. How to perform a differential compression test of an aircraft engine. Tips on converting a Ford Escort automobile engine for aircraft use. Tips on converting a General Motor's car engine for aircraft use. Design criteria when using drive shafts in light aircraft. Engine installation in a sportplane. Covers choosing an engine, power loading, weight and balance, motor mounts, etc. Fixing crankshaft seal leaks on aircraft engines. Homebuilt powerplant precertification inspections. Suggested engine checklist for an A&P technician to follow before the first flight of any new homebuilt aircraft. Tip on installing stiffer valve springs in a VW engine used for aircraft powerplant. Cockpit classroom. Winter operations. Engine considerations to be addressed when operating aircraft during the winter months. Installing the engine on your homebuilt aircraft. Collecting the needed hardware, firewall preparation, preping the engine, etc. Aircraft engine hook-up tips. Looks at electrical grounding, ignition system, engine controls, fuel system, etc. What engine? Bigger is not always better. How to select an appropriate engine for your homebuilt aircraft. Selecting an engine mount (dynafocal or conical). Automobile engine conversions. Plexiglas jig fits over the cylinder hold-down flange bolts and supports the piston and connecting rod while a cylinder is removed or installed. Engine compartment tips. (1) Oil breather/separator installation. (2) Coping with a fuel system vapor problem. (3) Preventing exhaust system failures. (4) Engine breather installation. (5) Cooling magnetos and alternators. Looking for an engine. Advice on selecting and locating a suitable engine for a homebuilt aircraft. Automotive-based V-type aircraft power plants. What is the current status of converting automobile engines for experimental aircraft use. Engine compartment notes. Looks at the clearances needed between engine and firewall to accommodate such items as oil filter, prop governor, etc. Solutions illustrated include a firewall recess made from a stainless steel mixing bowl and a firewall air vent shut-off in case of an engine fire. Installing that new Lycoming engine. Part 1. Installing that new Lycoming engine. Part 2. Aircraft engine reduction drives. An engineering perspective on their design and suitability for aircraft. Converting auto engines for aircraft applications. An introduction. Flying truck engines. An automotive engineer looks at aircraft use of automotive engines. A few engine compartment notes for homebuilders. Looks at firesleeves, support brackets, baffling, tie-wraps, harmonic dampeners, etc. Hints for maintaining the Curtiss OX-5 engine. Includes tools you can fabricate to handle special tasks. Using a drill press as a valve spring compressor when working on parallel valve cylinders. Thirteen ways to increase piston engine life. | |||||||||
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