aero_tango
Active Member
Look what I found in the oil screen...
I did an oil change today, and as usual, I removed the oil succion screen to inspect for any debris...this is what I found.
Not sure what it is, but it looks like remains from a ball bearing. These 2 large debris stick to a magnet.
Seeking unbiased opinions before I call my engine shop tomorrow. Any idea what this is? Obviously, the aircraft is grounded for now
Background:
O-540 B4B5, freshly overhauled (ONLY 60 hrs since OH)
Engine never missed a beat...runs great.
No large debris found at the first oil change (only two tiny slivers <.100’’ long)
I was running on mineral oil, and was planning to switch to regular oil today...
I did an oil change today, and as usual, I removed the oil succion screen to inspect for any debris...this is what I found.
Not sure what it is, but it looks like remains from a ball bearing. These 2 large debris stick to a magnet.
Seeking unbiased opinions before I call my engine shop tomorrow. Any idea what this is? Obviously, the aircraft is grounded for now
Background:
O-540 B4B5, freshly overhauled (ONLY 60 hrs since OH)
Engine never missed a beat...runs great.
No large debris found at the first oil change (only two tiny slivers <.100’’ long)
I was running on mineral oil, and was planning to switch to regular oil today...
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