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I've gotten a headache from following this issue. I looked up the compression ratio for our engines (TCM IO-360) on the internet. It's 8.5:1, making it one of the engines that will need modification. I've seen suggestions from FADEC, down to adjusting the timing, to placing some type of insert between the core and cylinder (increasing the volume, and reducing compression ratio). I've decided that whatever happens, I will adjust to the new procedures and specs for running my engine. I know there will be changes, but I don't believe all the doom and gloom surrounding the issue.
Karl 
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08-04-10, 01:41 AM
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That could be a solution. A de-rating of the engine and less useful payload.
The new 250hp RR300 turbine in the Robinson R66 is an interesting development and could potentially be a good fit for a turbine conversion for those who have too much money.
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08-06-10, 10:08 PM
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Ul 94
Hi Ernie
Continental "Mobile Al" has made a statement that the TSIO-360 will be approved for UL 94, which is 100LL without the lead. Does not look like a severe problem for our airplanes Jack reims P337 N1049D Malibu N26PG ________ MEDICAL CANNABIS SEEDS Last edited by wybenga : 09-01-11 at 05:41 AM.
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08-07-10, 12:16 AM
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Great news, although it seems to run counter to what I've been reading, if the compression ratio is indeed 8.5:1.
Ernie
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08-07-10, 07:37 PM
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If that's true, it would be great news. I haven't heard anything. TCM seems to be very closed mouth about any of their projects. They tend to come out and say it exists, then you never hear anything about it again.
Karl
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08-07-10, 11:33 PM
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This is basically the story that TCM has been telling the 100LL consortium. Lycoming, on the other hand, is kicking and screaming all the way saying that their engines will not be able to use 94UL. Same compression ratios and similar boost pressure. Go figure
Jack N1049D 1975 Reims P337 N26PG 1990 PA46-350 ________ Headshops Last edited by wybenga : 09-01-11 at 05:41 AM.
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08-09-10, 04:25 PM
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The way I see it, the engine manufacturers are to blame. They have had years to come up with a solution. How long ago was leaded fuel banned? They have just sat on their hands and not explored the alternatives that could have solved this by now. Every time we turn around there seems to be something else that is trying to keep us from having the freedom to fly our aircraft. The other outside vendors that are trying to develop such alternative fuels will have a license to steal if approved. It will ultimately end up costing more money to fly and comply. The world is changing for us. It will kill general aviation as we know it.
I am going to love it as long as I can. Coming soon ........................ SOAPA 2011, stay tuned.
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