A lot of people believe the recommended oil change intervals is something the oil companies push in order to sell […]
Author: Paul McBride
Ask Paul: What is this mystery engine?
It’s best to do your research before buying an airplane with an engine you aren’t familiar with. Source: general aviationAsk […]
Does this low-time aircraft engine really need an overhaul?
Mark’s problem is a good example of a situation that is common in the world today. And with the cost […]
Ask Paul: Can you tell me my engine’s horsepower?
I recently bought a project Stinson Station Wagon 108-3 that is equipped with an O-435 Lycoming engine. Is there a way […]
Does my engine need an adjustable air shutter?
Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: Does anyone make an adjustable air shutter for the Lycoming […]
With aircraft engines, there’s no such thing as a free lunch
I suspect the cause of all of this would be that when the higher compression ratio pistons were installed, the […]
Ask Paul: Why has my oil consumption increased?
When breaking in, the best I’ve ever achieved was maybe 11 or 12 hours on a quart of oil. Now […]
Ask Paul: Can I rebuild this engine to increase horsepower?
Can I take a 150-hp O-320-E2D, say from 172 or Cherokee, and rebuild it with D2G parts and make it […]
Higher RPM, better performance for your aircraft engine
Takeoff and climb show about 2,400 rpm. Out of respect for the old girl, I try to keep down to […]
Ask Paul: Replacing a lost data plate
What is the best way to find an engine serial number without using the data plate? Source: general aviationAsk Paul: […]