Recent content by mitchw62

My limited experience with geared engines: On a C175 with GO-300 engine the rpm was engine rpm. On a C421 with GTSO-520, the rpm was Prop rpm. On a Rotax 912 in a RV-12, the RPM was Engine.

We have done this twice. The first was about 5 years ago with a Garmin 430 in a C172. We discussed the install with our FSDO who encouraged us to install the unit and call it VFR. Then do all the testing and a field approval. We built up the wiring harnesses and did the install, did the...

I do know that my insurance provider charges additional liability premium for doing condition assessments and repairs to amateur built aircraft. mitch

We run two C150'sa and an Ercoupe and have had similar experiences a number of times. Usually it is a sticking exhaust valve, and usually due to carbon/lead build up in the valve guide. Google "Rope Trick O-200" and you will find how to clean/Ream the exhaust valve guides. The new ECI titan...