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TECH TIPSMA XIMUM PERFORMANCE FORT H E L I FE O F YO U R E N G I N E
Dear Lycoming Customer,Welcome to Tech Tips, just one of many ways Lycoming strives to improve your Lycomingownership experience. For those who have been in aviation a long time and for those who arejust discovering general aviation’s wonders, fun, and excitement, Tech Tips offers a wealth ofinformation to help ensure maximum performance for every flight and for the life of your engine.For more than 85 years Lycoming has been designing, testing, and assembling engines. As acompany we have a body of knowledge about our products unparalleled in the industry. Wetake seriously our responsibility to share this knowledge and hope you learn as much as possibleabout the necessary “care and feeding” of each model. We want to empower you to be the bestpilot or mechanic you can be by continually sharing our best practices, key lessons, and enginessystems knowledge.Please enjoy Lycoming’s Tech Tips. Read, learn, and build on your body of knowledge about howour engines live and breathe. Knowing more about our engines and how to care for them will nodoubt make better pilots and maintenance professionals around the world.The Lycoming TeamTECH TIPS3
INDEXThe articles contained herein are not intended to supersede manufacturers’ service publications, instructions manuals or any other officialpublications, but are provided in order to augment or explain in pilot’s or mechanic’s language these publications. These Tech Tips are providedas supplemental information on Lycoming engines in support of the official publications. Always refer to the most up-to-date manufacturer’sinstructions on your equipment.FACTS ABOUT LYCOMING TECH TIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8GENER ALSome Definitions of Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10How to Get Lycoming Engine and Accessory Maintenance Publications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Determining Engine Conditions of High-time Piston Power Plants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Questions Asked by Pilots or Mechanics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Definitions Applicable to TBO, Engine Replacement and Engine Rebuild. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Oil analysis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15What is an Aerobatic Engine?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Low-compression Engine – Grade 100 Aviation Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Fuel Contamination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Let’s Talk Turbocharging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Information About Lycoming-approved Full-flow Oil Filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Detonation and Preignition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Compression Ratio – An Explanation as it Relates to Lycoming Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21“Watts” Horsepower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Your Engine and the Fixed-pitch Propeller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Induced Engine Damage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24The Whistle Slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Welding is Not Recommended. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Engine Balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Fuel Injector or Carburetor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28The “Same Engine” Myth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28The Unfortunate Choice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29A Low-time Engine May Not Mean Quality and Value. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30In Search of Badly Behaving Baffles and Seals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314TECH TIPS
OPER ATIONSHard Facts About Engine Break-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Leaning Lycoming Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Proper Leaning at Cruise Aids Safe Flight and Saves Dollars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Operating the Direct-drive Fixed-pitch Lycoming Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Operating Your Lycoming Engine at Takeoff and Climb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38The Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) and Fuel Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Landings and Takoffs from High-elevation Airports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Basic Power Sequence (Governed Engines). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41An Explanation of Power Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Considerations for Low-power Low-RPM Cruise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Lest We Forget, the Engine Will Not Run Without Air: Induction Icing and Other Obstructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Cold Weather Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46National Transportation Safety Board Warning on Simulated Engine-out Maneuvers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Importance of the Cylinder Head Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49More on Cylinder Head Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Interpreting Your Engine Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Engine Starting Suggestions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Use of Fuel Boost Pumps with Lycoming Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Avoid Sudden Cooling of Your Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Sticking Valves – Do Not Neglect the Warning Signs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Operational and Maintenance Procedures to Avoid Sticking Valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Tips From the Hangar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54The Pilot and Turbocharging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55TBO Tradeoffs or Tips From Fred. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Thieves of Aircraft Engine Power and How to Cope with Them. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Wet Air Affect on Engine Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Frequency of Flight and its Affect on the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62A Review of Old Wives’ Tales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Spark Plug Fouling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Engine Instruments: To Believe or Not to Believe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Oil Flow – Screens, Filter, Cooler and Pressure Relief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Test Your Knowledge on Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66TECH TIPS5
M AINTENANCEMechanic’s Creed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70The Basics of Maintenance in General Aviation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Ask About Reference Publications Before Your Engine is Taken Apart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Air Filter Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Oil and Your Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Oil and Filter Change Recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73More About Oil and Your Aircraft Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Maintaining Oil Levels of Wet Sump Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Tips for Changing Your Spin-on Oil Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Suggestions if Metal is Found in the Screens or Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Safety Tip – Sealant Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Understanding Engine Color Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Reciprocating Engine Break-in and Oil Consumption Limits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Fixed Wing Break-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Rotary Wing Break-in (Horizontal Installations Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Compression Check as a Maintenance Aid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Spark Plugs – Key to Smooth Engine Operation, I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Spark Plugs – Key to Smooth Engine Operation, II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Is Your Spark Plug Connector Overtorqued?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Why Rotate Spark Plugs?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Maintenance Suggestions from the Lycoming Service Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Engine Hoses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Checking and Adjusting Dry Tappet Clearances on Lycoming Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Some Tips on the Lycoming O-235 Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Importance of the Correct Base Nut Tightening Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Fuel Injector Nozzles Have Been Improved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Unauthorized Additions to Your Engine Can Cause Trouble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87A Simple Check of Internal Engine Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Installation of Counterweight Rollers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Safety Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Engine Suggestions for Operators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Recommendations for Aircraft or Engine Struck by Lightning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Propeller Ground Strike or Sudden Stoppage Can Be Dangerous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Keep Your Direct-drive Engine Starter Clean to Avoid Trouble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 906TECH TIPS
Notes on Replacing Connecting Rods or Pistons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Does Your Nose Seal Leak?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Cam and Tappet Wear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Lycoming Model Code For Reciprocating Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Exhaust System Maintenance Pay Now or Pay Later. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93High Time Cylinders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Top Overhaul?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Fuel Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94TECH TIPS7
FACTS ABOUT LYCOMING TECH TIPSLycoming proudly provides this updated version of the newly renamed, redesigned and reorganized Lycoming Tech Tips to our valuedcustomers and operators of general aviation aircraft engines.Lycoming Tech Tips contains abundant information relating to its engines. The information provided in this document is not intended tosupercede or supplement the FAA approved engine maintenance and/or operator’s manuals. Those FAA approved manuals must beutilized when performing maintenance and/or operating Lycoming engines.In the event a reader perceives a discrepancy betweenthe content of this document and the content of the currentmanuals, service bulletins or service instructions, the latteritems govern. We ask that the reader contact Lycomingand bring any such discrepancies to our attention. Theservice bulletins and parts of the manuals are FAAapproved; these articles are not.Lycoming Tech Tip’s articles and information is basedupon content from service bulletins, service instructionand service letters. In addition, other articles are takenfrom actual field test data conducted by Lycoming.Furthermore, the Lycoming factory is a central collectingagency on its aircraft in the field. We collect, record andanalyze information gathered from worldwide use andshare our findings through Lycoming Tech Tips.During the updating process, we review and revise eacharticle. After we write an article, each one is carefullyscreened and checked by management, engineering andservice personnel to ensure accuracy before its release.Lycoming Tech Tips does not have an establishedpublishing date for each issue. This issue is Number 55.The original concept has not changed since the firstissue was published in 1964. Approximately 85% of theprepared information relates to technical informationspecific to Lycoming engines. The remaining 15% discussesnewsworthy items. Lycoming distributes Lycoming Tech Tipsto owners and operators of Lycoming powered aircraft,Authorized Service Centers, authorized distributors andothers who request this information. Lycoming incursall costs of adding new content, updating existinginformation, printing and distributing. It is the intentionof Lycoming to continue to make service, maintenanceand operational data available in Lycoming Tech Tipsto help owners and operators improve their engines’performance and reliability.Statement of CopyrightThe material is copyrighted under the laws of various countries including the United States and Canada. No reproduction is authorized. Violationof copyright laws may render unauthorized copiers subject to penalties of up to 50,000 per unauthorized copy.The information, text and graphics provided herein are provided by Lycoming as a convenience to its customers. Lycoming does not warrant the accuracy, orcompleteness of the information, text, images and other items contained in this publication or on any other publication.8TECH TIPS
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SOME DEFINITIONS OF TER MS.If you are not sure of the meaning of such terms as normallyaspirated, turbocharged, supercharged or di rect-driveengines, then perhaps you’ll want to read our simplified definitionof them.The Normally Aspirated Engine is one that is not tur bochargedor supercharged. If the airplane has a manifold pressure gauge, atfull takeoff power at sea level on a stan dard day, it would indicatean MP reading of approximately 29” of Hg. Takeoff power at 5,000ft. density altitude airport would read about 24” MP. The normallyaspirated engine uses atmospheric pressure and is thereby altitudelimited.Direct-Drive Engines are those piston-powered engines where thepropeller is bolted on the end of the crankshaft, and the prop turns atthe same speed as the crankshaft.Geared Engines are usually the higher powered, more complexengines using a reduction gear on the nose of the aircraft, and withthe prop attached to it. As a result, the prop will turn somewhat slowerthan the crankshaft, resulting in a lower prop noise level. When theengine is geared, we precede the engine designation with a “G.” Thusa geared, opposed (O) normally aspirated Lycoming engine with a480-cubic inch displacement of the cylinders would be designated aGO-480 model.Turbocharged Engines as manufactured by Lycoming simplyconsist of a turbocharger unit with a small turbine wheel attached by acommon shaft to a compressor wheel, and utilizes the engine exhaustgas by directing it over the turbine wheel to drive the compressor.The horsepower loss in operating the turbocharger is negligible.Turbocharging can provide greater utility to the piston engine byproviding sea-level horsepower, in some models, as high as 20,000feet; or it can be used to add horsepower to the engine particularlyfor takeoffs. The faster the engine runs, the more air the turbochargercan pack into the cylinder to compensate for the thin air of altitude,or to increase the horsepower. Although this definition is somewhatoversimplified, it is a basic definition of turbocharging of GeneralAviation power plants.Where turbocharging is used with a fuel-injected, opposed Lycomingengine with a 540 cubic inch displacement, we designate it as a TIO540 model. “T” represents the turbocharging.Supercharged Engines as manufactured by Lycoming uses acompressor wheel to pack air into the cyl inders; but the compressoris driven by the crankshaft through an intricate gearing system,which takes consider able horsepower from the engine to operate.In comparison with a turbocharged engine, it is a medium altitudepower plant.Although supercharged engines could be built by Lycoming, newaircraft designs during the past 20 or more years have usedturbocharging instead of supercharging because of the advantagesthat turbocharging offers.A supercharged, geared, opposed, fuel-injected Lycoming engine withcylinders of 540-cubic inch displacement is designated an IGSO-540model. “S” represents supercharging.10TECH TIPSHOW TO GET LYCOMING ENGINEAND ACCESSORY M AINTENANCEPUBLICATIONS.All publications may be ordered through authorized Lycomingdistributors, or direct from Lycoming. If ordered by mail direct fromLycoming, payment in the form of check or money order must besubmitted with the request as outlined in the latest revision of LycomingService Letter No. 114. Fax or telephone orders will be accepted ifpayment is made with a credit card: American Express, Visa andMasterCard are accepted.The available maintenance publications for Lycoming engines andaccessories consist of the following:OPERATOR’S MANUALThe Operator’s Manual contains information of use to pilots andmaintenance personnel. It contains engine specifications, inspectionprocedures, operational information, and is used in conjunction withthe Pilots Operating Handbook for the aircraft.OVERHAUL MANUALSThe Overhaul Manual is a guide for major repair of the engine. Itcontains complete disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly andtest procedures for the various Lycoming reciprocating engines. Whenused in conjunction with the applicable parts catalog and servicebulletins, service instructions and service letters, this manual providesan authoritative text for complete overhaul of the engine. OverhaulManuals for current Lycoming engines are published in loose-leafformat so that revisions may be easily inserted.PARTS CATALOGSLycoming Parts Catalogs are illustrated to permit identification of parts.A referenced numerical index is also included.SERVICE BULLETINS, INSTRUCTIONS, LETTERSThese publications are issued as required. Service Bulletins aremandatory, and require some modification or inspection to beaccomplished on the engine within a specified time. Service Instructionscover a variety of subjects; such as repair processes, modificationprocedures, inspection procedures and overhaul methods. ServiceLetters are of an informative nature, usually pertaining to servicepolicy or vendor products.SPECIAL SERVICE PUBLICATIONSThese publications are concerned with topics of general interest orsubjects that are too lengthy for inclusion in maintenance manuals.ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS ANDINSTALLATION DRAWINGSThese materials are needed by those who are planning to install aparticular engine model in their aircraft.
OWNER ADVISORYThis notification may be sent without charge to applicable aircraft ownerslisted in the FAA database when a mandatory Service Bulletin is issuedand it appears that it may affect the engine in your aircraft.NOTE – In this publication, all references to maintenancepublications are to the most recent revision.DETER MINING ENGINE CONDITIONS OFHIGH-TIME PISTON POWER PL ANTS.As an engine builds operating hours and approaches TBO, whichmay be either the manufacturer’s recom mended operating hours, ora calendar year limit before overhaul, the question arises concerningthe decision to either continue flying, or top overhaul*, major overhaulor exchange engines. Here is a quick-reference checklist to help makesuch a decision, followed by a brief explanation of the nine points.I. Oil consumption – any unusual increase?II. Engine history and calendar age.III. How has the engine been operated?IV. Pilot’s opinion of the engine.V. Maintenance – what kind has the engine received?VI. What does the oil filter tell?VII. What has been the trend in compression checks?VIII. What do the spark plugs show?IX. Refer to the most recent revision of Servic eInstruction 1009 forengine life and recommended overhaul periods.Along with the above quick-reference checklist, as an enginemanufacturer we would like to share our experience with interestedoperators by discussing the nine points:I. OIL CONSUMPTIONThe operator and maintenance people should know what has been thegeneral history of oil consumption during the life of an engine.A possible danger signal concerning engine health is a definiteincrease in oil consumption during the recent 25 to 50 hours offlight time. The oil screens and filter should be carefully observedfor signs of metal. Maintenance should also take a good differentialcompression check at this time. They should also look in the cylinderswith a gooseneck light or a borescope to detect any unusual conditionsin the combustion chamber.If you haven’t looked at your air filter lately, it would be a good ideato carefully inspect it for wear and proper fit. This is all the moreimportant when operating in dusty areas, and definitely could be acause of increased oil consumption.II. ENGINE HISTORY AND CALENDAR AGEIf a power plant has been basically healthy throughout its life, thiswould be a favorable factor in continuing to operate it as the engineapproached high time. Alternately, if it has required frequent repairs,*Cylinder replacementthe engine may not achieve its expected normal life. The enginelogbook should contain this accumulative record.Another important aspect of an engine’s history would be its calendarage. Engine flight time and calendar age are equally important tothe operator. We have observed that engines infrequently flown dotend to age or deterio rate more quickly than those flown on a regularbasis. Therefore, Lycoming recommends both an operat ing-hour limitand a calendar-year limit between overhauls. Service Instruction 1009gives these recommendations, but other items in this checklist will helpto determine if an overhaul or engine exchange is needed before theengine reaches these recommended limits.III. OPERATIONThe basic question here would be how the engine has been operatedthe majority of its life. Some engines operating continuously at highpower, or in dusty conditions, could have a reduced life. Likewise,if the pilot hasn’t followed the manufacturer’s recommendations onoperation, it may cause engine problems and reduce the expected life.This becomes a more critical influence on a decision in single engineaircraft, and also for single or twin engine planes flown frequently atnight or in IFR conditions.IV. PILOT’S OPINION OF THE ENGINEThe pilot’s opinion of the power plant, based on experience operatingit, is another important point in our checklist. The pilot’s opinion andconfidence in the engine is based on whether it has been a dependablepower plan
A supercharged, geared, opposed, fuel-injected Lycoming engine with cylinders of 540-cubic inch displacement is designated an IGSO-540 model. “S” represents supercharging. HOW TO GET LYCOMING ENGINE AND ACCESSORY MAINTENANCE PUBLICATIONS. All publications may be ordered through authorized Lycoming distributors, or direct from Lycoming.
overhaul, which means a big saving in overall turnaround time. We are dedicated to providing the fastest turnaround in our field in the UK, and this is . Lycoming O-320-D2J Lycoming O-320-H2AD Lycoming O-360-A4M Lycoming O-360-A1AD Lycoming O-360-A3A Lycoming IO-360-L2A
Lycoming Engines requested that Lycoming SB 342G, Supplement No. 2, dated January 23, 2014 be added to this AD. Lycoming said that SB 342G, Supplement No. 2 removes the eight inch spacing dimension between clamps and corrects Diagram No. 30 for the IO-540-M1C5 engine model. We agree. We changed this AD t
Alphabetical Listing of Lycoming Service Bulletins, Letters, and Instructions * - Lycoming Service Document referenced in Airworthiness Directives. Pub. No. Title S.B. 452A AiResearch Bulletin No. TP60-0121, “Turbo Inspection” S.I. 1223 AiResearch Instruction No. 969-1, “Freeing Turbine Shaft”
Service Instruction to make sure you have a complete understanding of the requirements. This Service Instruction identif ies the established Time Between Overhaul (TBO) for Lycoming piston aircraft engines that have genuine Lycoming parts only. The TBOs, herein , do not apply to Lycoming
Textron Lycoming recommendations for leaning turbocharged engines in this Service Instruction refers to Textron Lycoming supplied turbocharged engines. For aftermarket turbocharger installations, contact STC holder for proper leaning instructions. CHT (cylinder head temperature) and TIT (turbine inlet temperature) probes are required for leaning
Oct 21, 2016 · O-320-D2J Illustrated Parts Catalog Lycoming Part Number: PC-O-320-D2J (Supersedes part of PC-203-9) For additional information: Mailing address: Lycoming Engines 652 Oliver Street Williamsport, PA 17701 U.S.A. Phone: Factory: U.S. and Canada toll free:
LYCOMING OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL SECTION I (L)IO-360-M1A DESCRIPTION 3 SECTION I PART 1 DESCRIPTION The Lycoming (L)IO-360-M1A is a fuel injected, direct-drive, four-cylinder, horizontally opposed, and air-cooled with a down exhaust. This engine is supplied with a starter. Mounting pad drives for two AN-
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