Engine expert Paul McBride gives some advice on how to take care of a rebuilt Lycoming IO-360-A1A.
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Ask Paul: What is the TBO for my engine?
In certain specific circumstances, this model Lycoming may enjoy an extra 200 hours to TBO time.
What’s the serial number on this deHavilland Dove’s engine?
A deHavilliand Dove driver reaches out to our expert to get help identifying the serial number on his engine.
Ask Paul: Why isn’t this engine producing enough power?
Why is the engine on this AMD Alarus producing such low power?
Tips to get the best answers from experts at air shows
Many of you from around the world will soon be heading to EAA AirVenture 2018. There’s no better place than Oshkosh and other air shows to speak directly to the experts to get answers to your technical questions about your aircraft and your engines. But you have to be armed with some information to get […]
Ask Paul: What’s the best way to hone the cylinders in my engine?
Q: I pulled cylinders #1 and #2 to replace the base “O” rings due to oil leaks. The engine is a Lycoming O-360 A3B6D with 650 hours and is a factory reman from 1994 due to Chevron Oil fuel contamination. I would like to know if it is acceptable to use a Flex-Hone to deglaze […]
Ask Paul: What’s the best oil for my airplane?
Q: Paul, I fly my single engine Comanche two to three times a month during our cold winter months here in Wisconsin. During EAA chapter meetings and fly-outs, we debate what is the best engine oil to use? The most common answers are 15-50 multi viscosity oil or a straight weight like 80 or 100. […]
Ask Paul: Can I increase the horsepower of this Lycoming engine?
The 300 horsepower engine is a completely different breed altogether and you can’t get there by converting your engine unfortunately.
Why is there steam inside my 152’s engine?
Q: May I ask a question regarding our engine in a Cessna 152? When we shut down from flight, there’s a foam or steam inside the engine and it will come out at the breather like water. What is the cause of this and what is the remedy? Also, what is the hottest cylinder in […]