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Re: Europa-List: 914 Heater

Subject: Re: Europa-List: 914 Heater
From: n3eu@comcast.net
Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2003 01:44:07

>> I believe there are a number of types doing this using the coolant
>> circuit. My inspector used to be Rotax's biggest UK customer and
>> he raised this possibility when I discussed cockpit heating with
>> him. Might be worth looking into.
>> Jeremy Davey
> 
> Only sensible way to go, Jeremy. (IMHO{;-)
> Graham

What are the anecdotal reports on using engine coolant for cabin heat?  I recall
---From long ago on many cars that the system worked awful, with a piece of 
cardboard
covering the radiator a partial fix only.  And those cars had a thermostat,
which the Rotax doesn't, and a full-time fan unlike cars today, but which
is the case of an airplane.  Does it actually work at say 0F (-18C) outside temp
under an overcast?

Regards,
Fred F.




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