Engine
Topics
Alternatives |
|
|
|
|
Auto Engines for Experimental Aircraft
by Richard Finch, 1998
160 pages $19.95
 |
This
is the first book for anyone considering the installation
of an automobile engine in a homebuilt aircraft.
Richard Finch details the benefits and challenges
of the many available choices of alternative engine
installations. Every aspect is discussed including
engine choices, drive units, exhaust, ignition,
fuel metering, cooling, cowls, props, performance
modifications, and testing.
Although
this book should not be considered as an installation
guide to any particular engine, it will give you
what you need to know in order to decide if an
alternative engine is how you want to proceed,
and then if so, which one of many is right for
your particular aircraft. Highly illustrated and
well organized. This is our favorite of the basic
auto installation books available.
|
|
REVIEW
of Auto Engines for Experimental Aircraft
number of reviews 1
Rating ** out of *****
A
very one-sided view compared to "Alternative Engines"
which has many peoples opinions. Of the two, I found "Alternative
Engines" MUCH more valuable.
Dependability
Considerations 7
Choosing the best auto engine 15
Weights of auto engines
27
To modify or not
35
Engine mount designs
41
Exhaust systems
47
Ignition systems
53
Fuel injection and carburetors 59
Radiators and heater design 65
Flywheels and flexplates 79
Cog belt drive designs 83
Chain drive designs
97
Direct drive designs
109
Propeller choices 117
Engine cowling designs 129
Ground testing auto engines 135
Flight testing auto engines 139
Companies and suppliers 149
The next 10 years
155 |
|
