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Old April 24th 06, 11:51 PM posted to rec.aviation.homebuilt
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Default Water in our oil, or just alot of hot air?


Peter Dohm wrote:


If you're buying three, your equipment probably dosn't have excessive
periods of inactivity. It's also good to hear that the recommended oil
additive has resolved any residual scuffing problems up until now.

Peter


They fly a lot, and that's what makes them last well. But we
still find water in the rocker covers after just a runup of about 10
minutes before inspection, even in summer weather. It's not there if
the airplane comes in after a flight, unless the weather was really
cold. We'll also often see water droplets on the oil dipstick.
On the other hand, in my old A-65 in my Jodel, I see corrosion
simply because it doesn't get flown much and when it does it's for
rather short flights. Too busy working on airplanes or with students to
find much time to play.

Dan