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Author: Paul McBride
Ask Paul: Troubleshooting engine problems requires specific information
Anytime you are asking a question regarding a Lycoming engine, it’s much easier for me to respond if I have […]
Ask Paul: What’s behind the high oil temperature in my Mooney?
Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: I have developed a high oil temperature issue in my […]
What should I do with an engine that’s making metal?
Our engines expert helps troubleshoot a Piper Pacer’s engine, which just starting making metal. Source: general aviationWhat should I do […]
What’s the harm in turning the prop by hand?
Why does our engines expert advise aircraft owners not to turn the prop by hand? Source: general aviationWhat’s the harm […]
What’s the problem with my #4 cylinder?
When it comes to older aircraft, anything is possible so, as you can imagine, it also makes troubleshooting more difficult. […]
Is it worth it to upgrade this Cessna 177’s engine?
Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: Good day Paul, we are looking at a Cessna 177 […]
Ask Paul: Can I convert my narrow deck engine to a fuel injected engine?
The basic answer is yes, but converting an O-320-B3B engine to fuel injection may be a bigger mountain to climb […]
Should I preheat the oil in my aircraft engine during the winter?
Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: I saw your recent column, “Should I pre-oil these Lycoming engines?,” and […]
Should I pre-oil these Lycoming engines?
My guess is that you want to eliminate any possibility of internal lack of lubrication during engine start-up. As I […]