It has been awhile since I posted an update. Long story short after getting my engine back from the builder there was a problem with an impulse coupler on the left mag. This was after I had it aaaalllll hooked back up again. Here is the thread detailing that incident if you missed it. (pictures on second page) I sent the mag back to my builder for evaluation and eventually it will make it's way back to Champion. I'll update the findings later but at this point everything is pointing to a manufacturing defect.
When the impulse coupler decided to take a **** it also put just enough side load on my crankshaft idler gear and deformed slightly the tips of two teeth. The damage to the teeth is subtle but in my opinion it needed replaced. I unhooked the engine yet again and pulled the sump and accessory cover. The idler gear needs replaced (waiting on new one) but luckily everything else looks perfect! I also took the opportunity to search the sump and accessory housing looking for metal. Not a single spec of metal was found. Thank goodness! The repair is also being performed following recommendations from Lycoming. Check the other thread for a later update.
Since I had to take my sump off and the hangar has been cold lately I decided this would be the perfect time to install the new Reiff sump heater I got!
After bagging the engine to keep moisture out here we are. Don't tell the wife I did this on our kitchen counter.
Here I am taking all of the fittings out of the sump so I can wash it with some dawn dish soap and water to keep the oily mess down.
IMG_0370 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Here are all the parts that came out of the sump. They just happen to be sitting next to my dinner.
IMG_0372 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Here is the inside of a clean sump if you have never seen one.
IMG_0373 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Next up, tape the perimeter of the sump heaters in preperation of removing the paint.
IMG_0374 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Next mix some of the fancy Aremco epoxy that is just about as thick as proseal. Apply and place the heaters.
IMG_0375 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Now I wait for the epoxy to cure and then I will go back with more epoxy and cover the perimeter of the heating elements per the instructions.
This is my version of "when life gives you lemons".
When the impulse coupler decided to take a **** it also put just enough side load on my crankshaft idler gear and deformed slightly the tips of two teeth. The damage to the teeth is subtle but in my opinion it needed replaced. I unhooked the engine yet again and pulled the sump and accessory cover. The idler gear needs replaced (waiting on new one) but luckily everything else looks perfect! I also took the opportunity to search the sump and accessory housing looking for metal. Not a single spec of metal was found. Thank goodness! The repair is also being performed following recommendations from Lycoming. Check the other thread for a later update.
Since I had to take my sump off and the hangar has been cold lately I decided this would be the perfect time to install the new Reiff sump heater I got!
After bagging the engine to keep moisture out here we are. Don't tell the wife I did this on our kitchen counter.
Here I am taking all of the fittings out of the sump so I can wash it with some dawn dish soap and water to keep the oily mess down.
IMG_0370 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Here are all the parts that came out of the sump. They just happen to be sitting next to my dinner.
IMG_0372 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Here is the inside of a clean sump if you have never seen one.
IMG_0373 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Next up, tape the perimeter of the sump heaters in preperation of removing the paint.
IMG_0374 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Next mix some of the fancy Aremco epoxy that is just about as thick as proseal. Apply and place the heaters.
IMG_0375 by Jereme Carne, on Flickr
Now I wait for the epoxy to cure and then I will go back with more epoxy and cover the perimeter of the heating elements per the instructions.
This is my version of "when life gives you lemons".