Time for a 25 hour inspection and oil change on the RV. Oil flows much better out of the drain valve when it’s warm, so what better excuse to go flying?
David is a Scottish Aero Club member who recently gave up flying; he still comes to the club to help in the hangar. Since I was going anyway, why not share the flight?
We headed out over the hills and then back in. After 40 minutes David had been flying again and the oil was nice and hot so it was straight into the hangar…
…cowlings off and oil drained:
As I’ve often said before, whoever designed the quick release oil drain deserves a medal.
Dad’s old petrol can probably belonged in a museum when he was using it for lawnmower fuel in the 1970’s…it’s still going strong as a waste oil receptacle.
The oil filter was replaced and the old one cut open for inspection. It’s a messy job using the vice to squeeze out all the oil from the filter element to check for metal particles…no nasty surprises this time!
As well as the oil change, the aircraft got a thorough inspection, a good clean, and a proper lube. Tyre pressures checked as well. Then it was time to fly!
Ron is an associate member and is often at the club, he jumped at the chance to go for a flight…
Another trip to the north over the hills…and another satisfied passenger.
The good weather brought everyone out and it was busy at the pumps:
As well as getting the oil change and service done, I also heard back from the Cub wing repairers. There is progress and work is proceeding. We may have the wings back soon…
I’ll (non-alcoholic) drink to that!