On Tue, 2 Jan 2007 01:12:46 -0800, Thomas Borchert wrote
(in article ):

Mxsmanic,

Thanks! Is the stated rule that mixture should be adjusted to just
short of maximum EGT pretty reliable under all circumstances?


No. It's a very bad rule, actually. Go find more info on leaning on the
net, and you'll see.



The only things that start more arguments than flying "lean of peak" are
slips with flaps and a discussion of lift.