This is exactly the point. It's the restrictions which create most of the losses. Orifice calculations would be more material overall.
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I did 400 level "theoretical fluid dynamics" amidst a range of other fluid dynamics papers, so I feel qualified to talk about the value of calculation...Last edited by Battson; 03-19-2023, 03:10 PM. -
I suppose if you tested it at the output port of the fuel selector, that number would probably be fairly universal. It's all the other stuff downstream...Last edited by Battson; 03-16-2023, 09:48 PM. -
No point calculating it, theory and practice are only the same in theory. Just go with a simple system with 3/8s lines and old school injection - everyone... -
Yes a Clevis Pin is the tidy solution. I didn't need to remove any of the headLeave a comment:
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It's a good comment, simple fuel systems are so important for safety, and return lines do not make the system simpler.
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Disclaimer - I didn't run return lines, but I did run a lot of stuff down the front door post and wanted it to be out of sight and well protected....Leave a comment:
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I think that is very unlikely. Maybe if you disconnected the cables... -
Control cables can wear out alarmingly quickly if there's too much tension, such as at the pulleys under the floor or perhaps a fairlead.
As little...Leave a comment:
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After more recent experience and consideration of this problem, I have halfway given up on this idea.
Once the cables are tensioned correctly...Leave a comment:
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For avoidance of doubt, I can't comment on the Patrol gross weight. My knowledge is limited to the 4-place. -
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As I understand it Brooks, you don't need Bob's approval in the USA - as the builder you can do whatever you like.
Those in the UK would...Leave a comment:
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That's just Bob's way. You won't find Bob writing a lengthy document explaining it, but the information is here.
I can promise you, I've...Leave a comment:
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I had a similar issue, I ended up drilling a new hole and using a bulkhead fitting to protect the fuel line from moving around and chaffing against the...Leave a comment:
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Hot tip - it's hard to avoid oil running all down the belly with a TCM / Lycoming, invest in some good two-pot paint and a few cans of engine degreaser....Leave a comment:
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