Blenheim Mk IV start up ?

[IvanK]

Originally Posted by mcler002

Is 109's classed as a problem half way across the channel? Be more clear please

As I have said already, if water temp goes above 250 then ur engines will die and fail! The water temp is above the fuel cocks ...

Until then, that's the only advice I can think off!

They are radial engines they don't have Water temps, the gauges are Cylinder Head Temps (CHT)

[mcler002]

Originally Posted by IvanK

They are radial engines they don't have Water temps, the gauges are Cylinder Head Temps (CHT)

Thank you ... Was going over it all in my head...

Anyway ... The only other thing I can think of is that:

A) over rev'in the engines ... ?

B) maybe the oil temp is getting too low?

Again, on my blackberry so havnt checked myself nor googled it all lol

Cheers

[Flashman]

this aircraft definately has glass engines. Most time I fly it (or try to) i either blow the engines or can't get em started..despite using the same technique every time. I fly full real, CEM+temp.

However I have found with the blenheim that you need to hold the start switch down for a while rather than just pushing it. This makes starting much easier I find.

A manual would be handy so we can know the temp limits, boost and RPM limits as well would be most useful.

Also, is it a two position propr or constant speed?

[bando]

It's 2 position pitch, however, using a throttle quadrant, I can manipulate the pitch a little in the 40%-60% range. Effectively making this a variable pitch prop. One needs to be very subtle about it.

Been flying quite a few hours in the AC and I love the flying in it. Make sure your temps are 240 or lower. Above 250 your engine starts dying rather quickly.

Been doing a lot of touch and goes lately with her. Great fun.