lostpilot28
Well Known Member
I'm hoping someone could look over my first engine run objectives and see if I'm missing anything. I compiled the following from the ECI Run In/Break In guide:
Run in CHT Max = 400, Oil temp max = 200
If no oil press in 30 seconds, shut down.
Hold initial RPM at 1200 until oil pressure rises, and then increase to 1800.
1. Prove that the engine will produce rated power.
2. Correct any oil, fuel, or induction leaks.
3. Check general operation of the fuel system.
4. Allow engine oil pressure to be set.
5. Provide initial stage of break-in.
Is there anything else I should be looking for before and during this critical time? I've already pumped at least 5 gallons of 100LL through each tank, flushed them, tested the rate of flow (30 gallons per hour), and cleaned the gascolator. I'm going to run my engine tomorrow and was hoping to get some feedback regarding anything I may be missing.
Thanks!
Run in CHT Max = 400, Oil temp max = 200
If no oil press in 30 seconds, shut down.
Hold initial RPM at 1200 until oil pressure rises, and then increase to 1800.
1. Prove that the engine will produce rated power.
2. Correct any oil, fuel, or induction leaks.
3. Check general operation of the fuel system.
4. Allow engine oil pressure to be set.
5. Provide initial stage of break-in.
Is there anything else I should be looking for before and during this critical time? I've already pumped at least 5 gallons of 100LL through each tank, flushed them, tested the rate of flow (30 gallons per hour), and cleaned the gascolator. I'm going to run my engine tomorrow and was hoping to get some feedback regarding anything I may be missing.
Thanks!