Follow these tips to break-in your engine the right way.
Engines
Ask Paul: Are Lycoming O-320s available with roller cams?
The majority of the problems were caused by extended periods of inactivity, infrequent oil and filter changes, high RPM starts in cold climates without proper preheating, and more.
Ask Paul: Why is our engine running hot in the summer?
What could be causing the EGT, CHT, and oil temperature to be so high when the OAT at 1,800 MSL is only 78°F?
How long to replace a carburetor on my Lycoming engine?
Estimated labor time for this replacement is about two hours.
Continental’s bridge to the future
The CD-170 is the newest design and highest horsepower engine in the CD-100 series family of liquid-cooled, turbocharged, four-cylinder, fuel-injected, compression-ignition, four-stroke aircraft engine with Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) dual channel engine controls.
Ask Paul: Why is the temperature so high on my left engine?
The secret to troubleshooting something like this is to be patient and only do one thing at a time.
The harmful impact of cold starts on your engine
I usually recommend idling your engine until the oil temp goes up 30° to 50°, especially if you have a short taxi.
Ask Paul: Why is my #3 cylinder running hotter than the others?
I’m suspicious of a partially blocked #3 cylinder fuel nozzle.
More tips to protect your plane’s engine — and your wallet — from fuel problems
Protect yourself and your plane by always getting a sample whenever you suspect a problem with the fuel.