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Ask Paul: Troubleshooting engine problems requires specific information

By Paul McBride · June 9, 2024 ·

Anytime you are asking a question regarding a Lycoming engine, it’s much easier for me to respond if I have a specific engine model and serial number. Any maintenance history on the engine is also helpful, especially when troubleshooting a condition that has recently changed in the operation of the engine. I will never fault anyone for providing too much information.

Ask Paul: What’s behind the high oil temperature in my Mooney?

By Paul McBride · May 19, 2024 ·

Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: I have developed a high oil temperature issue in my Mooney. I have thrown time and money at this with a mechanic and so far can’t seem to make improvements.

MT-Propeller earns engine STC for Piper Meridian

By General Aviation News Staff · May 1, 2024 ·

MT-Propeller has taken the next step, earning an STC to replace an engine.

What’s the harm in turning the prop by hand?

By Paul McBride · February 21, 2024 ·

Why does our engines expert advise aircraft owners not to turn the prop by hand?

DeltaHawk introduces higher power engines

By General Aviation News Staff · February 6, 2024 ·

Testing is underway at DeltaHawk Engines as two new higher horsepower versions of its FAA certified DHK180 engine are introduced: The 200 horsepower DHK200 and 235 horsepower DHK235.

What’s the problem with my #4 cylinder?

By Paul McBride · February 5, 2024 ·

When it comes to older aircraft, anything is possible so, as you can imagine, it also makes troubleshooting more difficult.

Ask Paul: Can I convert my narrow deck engine to a fuel injected engine?

By Paul McBride · January 24, 2024 ·

The basic answer is yes, but converting an O-320-B3B engine to fuel injection may be a bigger mountain to climb than you’re up for.

DeltaHawk begins development of engine package for Van’s RV-14

By General Aviation News Staff · January 18, 2024 ·

The first installation will be aboard an RV-14 owned by award-winning aircraft builder Craig Saxton, with the aircraft anticipated to fly during late spring 2024, company officials said.

Should I preheat the oil in my aircraft engine during the winter?

By Paul McBride · December 21, 2023 ·

Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: I saw your recent column, “Should I pre-oil these Lycoming engines?,” and I was wondering does CamGuard help? Cold oil doesn’t splash very well, so how about pre-heating the engine and oil?

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