drone_pilot
Well Known Member
Hi All,
I have a IO-360-A1A that was out of a Mooney and configured for a constant speed prop. I am going to go with the new Catto fixed pitch prop and need to convert my engine accordingly.
Here is what I think I know so far....
1) I've got to put a 2" plug in the end of the crank at the hub
2) I've got to put a slotted/veined cover over the prop governor hole
Here is what I'm not sure of....
1) Can I remove the oil line from the front near the hub that went to the prop governor or do I need to plumb it to feed back to the case? I was wanting to put a plug in the case where the tube feeds to the front of the crank shaft and lose the tube entirely.
2) I have read old posts on this forum where people were mentioning piercing the rear plug to keep from blowing the front plug out of the crank. Problem is......where is the rear plug and how do you get to it? Is it necessary to pierce the plug with the slotted governor cover? I know there is also a cover without the slot that does not allow the oil to bypass.
Is there a reference for converting a Lycoming engine from constant speed to fixed pitch?
Much thanks, as always.
I have a IO-360-A1A that was out of a Mooney and configured for a constant speed prop. I am going to go with the new Catto fixed pitch prop and need to convert my engine accordingly.
Here is what I think I know so far....
1) I've got to put a 2" plug in the end of the crank at the hub
2) I've got to put a slotted/veined cover over the prop governor hole
Here is what I'm not sure of....
1) Can I remove the oil line from the front near the hub that went to the prop governor or do I need to plumb it to feed back to the case? I was wanting to put a plug in the case where the tube feeds to the front of the crank shaft and lose the tube entirely.
2) I have read old posts on this forum where people were mentioning piercing the rear plug to keep from blowing the front plug out of the crank. Problem is......where is the rear plug and how do you get to it? Is it necessary to pierce the plug with the slotted governor cover? I know there is also a cover without the slot that does not allow the oil to bypass.
Is there a reference for converting a Lycoming engine from constant speed to fixed pitch?
Much thanks, as always.