Powerplant : reciprocating
Aviation Oil
by Ben Visser
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Run Time:
48 min
This video is intended for aircraft owners and mechanics to understand the vital role oil plays in the performance and maintenance of aircraft piston engines. Includes an introduction by Bob Hoover.
Aviation Oil: What Every Pilot Needs to Know was produced for the aircraft owner and mechanic. This video explains the fundamentals of what oil does, why, and what steps can be taken to increase the life and performance of your aircraft engine. The various properties and functions of oil are discussed including lubrication, viscosity, cooling, cleaning, hydraulic action, and thermal stability. Procedures covered include the different types of oil, aircraft vs. automotive oils, and more.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Installation
instrumentation
calibration of temperature gauges
baffles and seals
oil Coolers, hoses, and lines
Startup and Break-in
publications and procedures
the test run
correct oil
oil consumption
Maintenance
seven functions of oil
air-oil separator
oil specs
importance of oil changes
leaning and temperature management
instrumentation
calibration of temperature gauges
baffles and seals
oil Coolers, hoses, and lines
Startup and Break-in
publications and procedures
the test run
correct oil
oil consumption
Maintenance
seven functions of oil
air-oil separator
oil specs
importance of oil changes
leaning and temperature management
RELATED LINKS:
- ...from the 'reciprocating' Category
- > Annual Condition Inspection Powerplant
- > Powerplant Maintenance
- > Lycoming Overhaul Manual
- > A&P Powerplant Textbook
- > Firewall Forward
- > Lycoming Operator's Manuals
- > Efficient Powerplant Installation
- > Lycoming Reciprocating Engine Trouble Shooting Guide
- > Aviation Oil
- > Mechanic's Toolbox
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