My experience on older engines found other possible problems, also .. Older,
weak magnetos may have enough spark to start but the rotating magnets do lose
their magnetic charge and need to be re-magnetized, Older carburators have
worn shafts, jets, and float valves and also will need rebuilding.Also the
proper use of leaning techniques will help on foue consumption Magneto
replacement or rebuilding and the same with carbs can do wonders.
Good Luck
Tom
heavensounds <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Dave
From my limited experience, I would say 3 things.
1. Check Compressions (you're doing that)
2. Do Oil analysis on every oil change - pick one lab and stick to it.
Consistency of methods is important to identify trends.
3. Install an oil filter adapter, cut the filter every time you replace it
and examine the contents, with your A&P.
Eliacim
----- Original Message -----
From: David Winters
To: 'AJ DeMarzo' ; 'ety'
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2008 12:56 PM
Subject: RE: [ercoupe-tech] engine rebuilding
All,
Speaking of engine rebuilding/overhauling, reconstructing what he could from
the logs, which were "lost", the previous owner calculated that my engine has
about 1200 hours on it. It is 63 years old.
Lookis like it had a top overhaul at some point.
It seems to use more gas than it did a few years ago, but compressions are
all good.
I intend to keep flying so long as it keeps running sweetly.
SO,
What are the impending failure signs for which I need to watch? Any advice?
Dave W
-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of AJ
DeMarzo
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2008 12:38 PM
To: 'ety'
Subject: Re: [ercoupe-tech] engine rebuilding
