low oil temp readings
in General Tech Discussion
8 years ago
I have an AirCam (twin engines mounted on top of wings with no cowling)
I have thermostats and they show they are functioning well (readings right after a flight on the oil cooler show that the thermostat is by passing the cooling coils as it should since the temps are low)
Both engines show the same oil temp and only reach 120F after a lengthy taxi and warm up.
They don't get to 160F until 20 or more minutes into a flight and never exceed 165F
Is it possible that because the engines are so exposed (average temp has been 60F OAT) the oil temp is not going to reach a higher temp? I have a new temp sensor to try replacing one of them to see if that makes a difference. I was told not to put any sealant on the threads to ensure a better ground. Please advise.
I have thermostats and they show they are functioning well (readings right after a flight on the oil cooler show that the thermostat is by passing the cooling coils as it should since the temps are low)
Both engines show the same oil temp and only reach 120F after a lengthy taxi and warm up.
They don't get to 160F until 20 or more minutes into a flight and never exceed 165F
Is it possible that because the engines are so exposed (average temp has been 60F OAT) the oil temp is not going to reach a higher temp? I have a new temp sensor to try replacing one of them to see if that makes a difference. I was told not to put any sealant on the threads to ensure a better ground. Please advise.
