Follow these tips to break-in your engine the right way.
Visser's Voice
Not all greases are created equal
Most of the problems stem from a belief that all grease is created equal and as long as a bearing has some sort of grease in it, it will be fine.
The harmful impact of cold starts on your engine
I usually recommend idling your engine until the oil temp goes up 30° to 50°, especially if you have a short taxi.
More tips to protect your plane’s engine — and your wallet — from fuel problems
Protect yourself and your plane by always getting a sample whenever you suspect a problem with the fuel.
Tips to protect your plane from bad fuel
Never — and I do mean never — refuel right after a fuel delivery.
How to get your airplane ready for spring flying
If your plane has been sitting this winter, there’s a few things you need to do before spring flying season.
Outdated aircraft oils
In more than 60 years there has been no significant change in aviation oils, even with all of the technical advances in lubricants.
A history of leaded fuels
As the piston aviation community faces the switch to unleaded fuel, it pays to know the history of avgas.
Pre-heating and pre-oiling aircraft engines
The pre-heat process needs to heat the complete engine assembly and not just the oil.