Posted for "Kevin Stallard" <Kevin@arilabs.net>:

 
 "Like any 'bull' session, some topics might not be of
  interest, but the tips and experience of others is invaluable."
 
 What's interesting about this is that when I first learned to fly, the
 guy I rented from could not stop talking about how important it was to
 run an engine rich of peak, regardless of whether it was carbureted or
 fuel injected.
 
 I can remember that this was the accepted knowledge for a long, long
 time.  I remember reading an article about how saving a few bucks on
 running lean would not offset the cost of a worn out engine.  The author
 went to great lengths to explain why rich of peak was the best way to
 go.
 
 Then here comes GAMI and folks who actually spent time and money on
 controlled tests to see how good the "consensus" was.  They've turned it
 all on its head.  Turns out the consensus was pretty much wrong.
 
 I don't like group think, I think it is the worst way to find what you
 are looking for.  I know I'm not making any friends by saying this, but
 beware of group think, and the warm fuzzy you get by agreeing with
 everyone.
 
 Best Regards,
 Kevin
 L2K-291