I-16/ I-153 Engine Problem

[bobbysocks]

i know i 153s engine will burn up easily if you use WEP all the time. havent flown the i 16 enough to know its quirks but it may be the same. i usually only fly the 153 in CTA because it is easy to land and slower so you can land on a relatively short field or shorter roll out.

[The_Stapler]

Alright, that explains it. Thanks for the info guys.

[Gilly]

Spits and Hurri's were fitted with what was called 'Mrs Shillings Orifice' (dont we come up with them) which prevented fuel build up in the carb under negative g thereby preventing cutout.