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    On a homebuilt, I cannot assume that basic...

    On a homebuilt, I cannot assume that basic structure is sound, or that the materials used are suitable for the task. My plan is to have someone with brand/model experience do the PPI and check out...
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    Bill, Your suspicions are correct on all...

    Bill,

    Your suspicions are correct on all counts, the airplane has just over 300 hours since completion and the engine already had 450 when it was installed. The engine is over 20 years old. I...
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    You are likely right, assuming the the relief...

    You are likely right, assuming the the relief valve is the cause of the low oil pressure. If the problem is bearings, the relief valve may only open on cold start and adding preload does not change...
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    Let's start at the oil pressure, Lycoming states...

    Let's start at the oil pressure, Lycoming states that 60psi is the minimum acceptable oil pressure under load. Given this same engine on a warm day, or within a climb, where the oil temperature is...
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    Assessment of engine condition ...

    I realize that getting a PPI from a reputable source is important, but I am looking to see if my initial observations hold weight with Lycoming/Continental aircraft engines, as they would with most...
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