27 Sep 2005 MT Propeller overspeed on static
Q: > When I run my 2.5L single cam with MT prop static with the rpm > selector at 2700 rpm, the EIS indicates exactly 2700 rpm at full > throttle. However, when I did my high speed...
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12 Sep 2005 Autoxray ODB II scanner
The AutoXray ODB-II scanner is not working. I checked the continuity between the two ends of the cable, and it looks ok. Here are a couple of photos: Here you can see the error message I...
31 Aug 2005 Fire detection circuit
Got this info from here: http://www.acroname.com/robotics/parts/R67-UVTRON.html [caption id="attachment_16676" align="alignnone" width="320"] OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA[/caption] This detector is amazing. Using the included sample circuit, you can detect a match lighting from 5 meters in a sunny room! Since the UV...
19 Aug 2005 NACA Vents for Cowl exit
From Robert Paisley - Here is a good source of NACA vents for the bottom of the cowl. Robert used the 4"x9"x1" (C42-017) model: http://www.chassisshop.com/pdf/fabrication.pdf ...
14 Aug 2005 Fuel pumps and filter
I've been trying to figure out the best place to install the fuel pumps and filters for several months. I had the following goals: Maximize head pressure on the pump inlet Minimize heat on the unpressurized sections...
10 Aug 2005 Muffler Mount 3
Here are the tabs I had welded to the muffler. Also, the bracket that will attach these mufflers to the lord mounts in the fuselage. Here are my detailed engineering drawings. Here is the bracket mounted to...
27 Jul 2005 Exhaust pipe re-sizing 2
Close up of one of the welds. This is the area I trimmed. Here is the swivel ball welded on. Update:If I were doing this again, I would not use this type of swivel ball. See...
20 Jul 2005 Glastar Header Tank Leak
Header tank leak Gregory Allmann This past weekend I had an experience that i felt I should pass on. I have an Eggenfellner Subaru engine in my Glastar. I installed a 6 gallon header tank behind the seats...
15 Jul 2005 Propeller balancing
Information from Chris on the subaruaircraft yahoo list about balancing the MT Propeller. Where should the small weights be attached? To the spinner backplate, make sure that the bolt clears everything. Use AN3 bolts, 1” washers and...
03 Jul 2005 fuel pressure calibration
To: subaruaircraft@yahoogroups.com From: "Robert P." Date: Sun, 03 Jul 2005 02:01:09 GMT Pete Krok has been experimenting with fuel pressure settings on his supercharged single cam. He is using a wideband O2 monitor to check the resultant a/f...
01 Jul 2005 MT Propeller sensor and slip ring bracket – 2
Update 20210918: I didn't install the Eggenfellner Subaru engine, so any post that references that can be ignored or used as a cautionary tale about how to avoid wasting many years and $50k. The first time...
30 Jun 2005 Exhaust pipe re-sizing
The exhaust system as delivered didn't fit right. The pipes came down too low, and were too wide. I've cut them, and now I need to get them welded. Here are all the parts that will get...
30 Jun 2005 Removing radiators
The radiators needed to come off, since there is an upgrade for them. I'll need to mail these back, which will cost an arm and a leg. Shipping from CH to the USA is about...
15 Jun 2005 Exhaust Pipe tubing thickness
I ordered some extensions from http://www.burnsstainless.com/ but the info on the thickness was wrong. Here are some pictures. The pipe on the left is the one from Burns Stainless, and the right is the exhaust that...
05 Jun 2005 MT Propeller sensor and slip ring contacts bracket
Here is where I describe mounting the stationary contacts for the propellor sensor and control slip ring. I ended up not using the angle and flat stock that was sent as the mounting system for the...
05 Jun 2005 MT Electric Propeller
Here is a bit of info about the propeller. It is an electric MT three blade prop. Here are all the pieces that came with the kit. The exact MT Propeller model is MTV-7 http://www.mt-propeller.com/en/entw/3_bl_elec.htm Here...
25 May 2005 Muffler mount 2
Here is the outer side of the muffler mounts: Here is the priming and painting step for the part of the mount that will be inside. I'm leaving the outside "natural" so that it can be...
25 May 2005 Fuel filters
I ordered a dozen fuel filters, which were clones of the following previously recommended filter: Purolator F54618 One issue I wanted to confirm is whether or not these filters will pass water, assuming that it is...
24 May 2005 Muffler mount
After staring at the bottom of the airplane and the muffler hangers for about two weeks, I finally got up the courage to try something. I got some tips from another RV8 builder, and he installed...
23 May 2005 Fuel injector maintenance
Q: I vaguely recall reading that there are filters built into the fuel injection system. Is this correct? If so, do we need to check/clean these filters from time to time? A: Pull each injector plug off of the...
09 May 2005 Fuel Pumps, Fuel filters
The fuel system on the eggenfellner is all-electric, so there needs to be full redundancy on the fuel tank, pre-filter, fuel pump, and post filter. Here is the first go at how I hope to...
17 Apr 2005 Ross’s fuel pump enclosure
Here are a couple of pictures of Ross's fuel pump enclosure, taken at the Eggenfellner stand at Sun 'n Fun 2005. [gallery ids="16807,16808"]...
09 Apr 2005 Engine hanging – round 2
OK, so we started the day with thinking that the 120 CHF drill bit was going to be the solution to our problems. It did solve the problem of the lower right engine mounting hole....
08 Apr 2005 Engine hanging – round 1
This may go to 15 rounds, folks. I guess the stories about getting the engine hung and started in 4 hours won't be repeated here. In order to handle this beast, I called on my...
07 Apr 2005 DeltaHawk Engines in Europe
There is a lot of interest in the range of DeltaHawk Aircraft Diesel Engines. Information @ http://www.deltahawkengines-europe.com...