RocketRob
Joined: 31 Jan 2006 Posts: 21
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Posted: Sat Feb 18, 2006 6:16 am Post subject: Flight Test Report |
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Subject: Flight Test Progress
John,
Your fuel burn sounds about right.
I have extended tanks one bay and get 52gal max. My airfoil has a smaller
radius and more gentle ramp back however.
I figure 2galls unusable but it is a bit less.
I would suggest you level the aircraft, get some tanks and carefully measure
exactly how much goes in and disconnect your fuel line and carefully measure
how much comes out. I actually had to do this to calibrate my electronic
fuel gauges and about as much fun as pro-sealing the tanks.
Vapor lock.....The only trouble I had was in the summer in Phoenix or Palm
Desert while ideling waiting for my clearance. I have had trouble with the
push-pull cables seizing up when hot - prior to installing them in
firesleave.
Oil Temp? Get the largest cooler you can find/afford!
Good Luck!
Rob
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