by Ben Visser | Aug 10, 2023 | #Aircraft, 20230824, Aviation News, flying, General Aviation, Opinion, Pilots, Visser's Voice
As with so many other things in aviation — and in life — the answer is not a simple yes or no. Read...
by Ben Visser | Dec 19, 2022 | #Aircraft, 20221222, aircraft engines, Aviation News, flying, General Aviation, Lycoming Engines, Opinion, Pilots, Visser's Voice
Recently an engine rebuilder called with a question I had not heard before. He asked if multigrade oils would increase the possibility of valve sticking in piston aircraft engines. My first response was “why would you think that?” Then I started to think through the...
by Ben Visser | Nov 10, 2021 | 20211118, aviation engines, Aviation News, Continental Motors, General Aviation, Lycoming Engines, Opinion, Visser's Voice
What is the best way to store an engine — whether it’s just for the winter or a much longer time as you finish your restoration project or homebuilt airplane? Here are several tips, covering both Continental and Lycoming engines. Read...