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Date: Wed, 23 May 2007 14:50:57 -0600
From: Bob White <rlwhite@comcast.net>
To: "Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
Subject: Re: [FlyRotary] Re: Gear box oil temps
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On Wed, 23 May 2007 12:34:20 -0800
"Al Gietzen" <ALVentures@cox.net> wrote:

> > I wonder if Tracy's reduction uses any components that rely on a heated
> > press fit for retention. 
> > Lynn;
> > 
> > Rear seal is retained with a bolted flange. I don't think there is
> anything
> > relying on heated press fit.
> > Al
> > 
> > 
> The rear seal in my plate is a press fit (RD1C).  It's tight, so I don't
> think there is any need for heat to keep it in.
> 
> Bob W.
> 
> Oops; rear seal in a pusher is the one nearest the prop hub.  Yes, on the
> other end is a stiff elastomer seal pressed into a recess in the mounting
> plate.  I don't think that one is going anywhere.
> 
> Al
> 
Hi Al,

OK, that explains a lot!  The only advantage I see to you guys with the
engine on the wrong end is at least the engine is pointing the right
way. :)

Bob W.


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