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Looks like I can now post active links so here's the full link to the Aviation Consumer article I mentioned earlier (in case anyone had trouble finding it): >> https://www.aviationconsumer.com/maintenance/phillips-66-new-oil-lycoming-additive/

Good to know. Except when there are a string of bad weather days it's usually up at least 1-2 times a week - but having the CamGuard in the oil is good/cheap insurance/protection. Our biggest issue has been getting the oil up to/past 180 or so even during longer cruise flights. The previous...

RV6A with Lycoming 0-360. Nevertheless, based on the article I mentioned, I'm leaning towards keeping with Phillips XC 20-50 with CamGuard. My son is flying the wings off the plane building hours for a career (flew 180 hours since last August) so I probably don't need the CamGuard right now -...

I know this is an older thread but I am considering switching from 66's XC 20w-50 to their Victory oil with the Lycoming additive. I currently add CamGuard to th XC oil. While doing some additional digging I came across an very interesting/informative Aviation Consumer article that goes into the...

No, an engine dehydrator is simply a way to try to prevent/reduce internal engine corrosion for planes that aren't flown as frequently as recommended to prevent such corrosion. Optional - just like a hanger is one option to protect your plane from the elements but isn't required.

Appreciate the reply and added insight! Next time I'm at the hanger I'll need to double check the position of my oil breather tube and its vent (newly acquired RV6A). Unless it protrudes below the bottom cowl AND the vent is near the end - a dehydrator likely wont work for me either as the...

JOHN C: Not sure you will see this post on your old thread - but am wondering how this all turned out. Were you able to get or make a replacement part? I'm considering an engine dehydrator and the Black Max is a possibility - but your issue concerns me because I think I'd need to use the oil...