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Date: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 21:36:58 -0500
From: Gaylen Lerohl <lerohl@rea-alp.com>
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Subject: First engine start today
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I started my 13B mounted on an RV-8 for the first time today.  Made four 
runs:  10 minutes at up to 2000 RPM, shut down and checked for problems; 
10 minutes gradually increasing RPM to max power, shut down and checked 
for problems; 30 minute run - about 20 minutes at full power; 1.5 hours 
various RPMs adjusting mixture with Program Mode 1 and running full 
power for about 40 minutes.

OAT 85 degrees F.  All temps and pressures stable and within limits:  
14.3 volts; Oil temp 190 F; Oil pressure 75 psi at 5000 RPM, 25 psi at 
1200 RPM; Water temp 195 F full throttle; water pressure - just off the 
peg - may have to move the sensor; fuel pressure 40 psi at full throttle.

Wood propellor: 68" X 71" pitch; RD-1 gearbox; EC2 Engine controller.  
Max static RPM 5000.  Stock Mazda oil cooler and Scrocco racing radiator 
mounted horizontally below the engine.

No leaks or apparent problems with the engine installation.  There is a 
small leak in a valve controlling water flow to the heater.

It's great to feel the airplane come alive - looking forward to the 
first flight.  Thanks to all the listers who share their experiences and 
knowledge.

Regards,
Gaylen Lerohl
Alexandria, MN