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by marathonrunner
Wed Dec 15, 2010 8:30 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Low CHT's
Replies: 28
Views: 10241

Re: Low CHT's

I may have missed something but if you are having a problem with low oil temp, which is a problem with this installation, I have seen several field approved shutters that were mounted on the oil cooler and controled by a push pull cable from the cockpit. You do need to verify your gauge is calibrate...
by marathonrunner
Tue Dec 14, 2010 2:15 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: SNL 7-8-53 Propeller Installation
Replies: 11
Views: 6033

Re: SNL 7-8-53 Propeller Installation

It makes a difference. You will like it
by marathonrunner
Tue Dec 14, 2010 2:02 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Upgrades for 170s
Replies: 6
Views: 2427

Re: Upgrades for 170s

Bruce Thanks for your input as to what you perceive being a difference between Alaska and the lower 48. I worked for six years as a tech rep for a major engine company for aircraft. I traveled a lot of the lower 48 and was in a lot of shops for problems with the product or the perceived problem with...
by marathonrunner
Mon Dec 13, 2010 5:37 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Upgrades for 170s
Replies: 6
Views: 2427

Re: Upgrades for 170s

I see now there is indeed a list. I will compile a list of ones I have done and I guess send in copies to the association?
by marathonrunner
Mon Dec 13, 2010 4:27 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Upgrades for 170s
Replies: 6
Views: 2427

Upgrades for 170s

I just joined the club and was browsing through the modifications and dilemas of some of the members. I rebuilt my 1955 170 in 1989 finishing in 1993 with several modifications and upgrades. Some were field approved, some were co-ordinated field approved and some were STC'd. Larger tires have been a...