Hi,
We could not monitor the cylinder walls, but as most of the heat in the oil is
generated by it splashing onto the walls, I would guess it was considerable ?
Not sure whether it is needed in Northern Europe,[most of the year we can't keep
them warm enough] might help in a 914 installation in warmer climates, if only
it was not so expensive ! [ thinks.. perhaps I should make a less expensive
version at home, to sell ?.....]
Cheers,
Nev.
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Ami
McFadyean
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Cowlings
Neville,
What drop is there in cylinder wall temps.with the cooling shroud fitted?
Duncan McF
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From: "Neville Eyre" <neville@europa-aircraft.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Cowlings
<neville@europa-aircraft.com>
>
> Hi All,
> The 914 as supplied does not normally come with the cylinder shroud, the
912S has that as a standard fitment. It is available for the 914 as an
option [ but VERY EXPENSIVE !]
> Tests indicate a drop of oil and water temps of about 10 C when the shroud
is fitted.
> If the shroud is left on, then the cowl MUST have the air inlet fitted, if
the shroud is removed, you needn't cut the inlet.
> The air scoop cut into the lower duct is to let a bit of air flow past the
Turbo on the 914.
> Hope this clears up any confusion ?
> Cheers,
> Nev.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Simon Smith
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Europa-List: Cowlings
>
>
> I was idly looking through the engine installation manuals on the club
> website and was looking through the 912/S manual (I have a 914).
>
> It talks about a cut-out and splash moulding in the front of the cowling
to
> direct air into the cylinder cowl. The 914 manual does not mention this
but
> my 914 is fitted with the cowl, should it be? Do I need the
cut-out/splash
> moulding or will the little bent tab in the cooling duct to the radiators
> (which is missing on the 912/S) do the job?
>
> Simon
>
>
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