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From: "George Lendich" <lendich@optusnet.com.au>
To: "Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
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Subject: Re: [FlyRotary] Apex seals
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 2006 08:17:49 +1000
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>> I surmised that the combination of the "V" slot which lost its  ability 
>> to support the side of the seal and the softer Hurley seals  lead to one 
>> fracturing and that piece taking out the following  seal.   So I now know 
>> that the wear specification for that apex  seal slot is something to pay 
>> attention to.
>>
>> I went to new rotors and now use Tracy Crooks apex seals (much,  much 
>> stronger than stock or Hurley).
>>
>> Ed
>
> Ed, I was thinking yesterday that if someone (Tracy) produces seals  that 
> are slightly wider than stock, old rotors can be cut wider and  given new 
> lease on life?
> I know there is 3mm seals, but not everybody likes to use them. I do.
> Joe, I'm glad you are OK. You can fix the engine in no time. Happy 
> Holidays to all.
> Buly

Buly,
It would appear that the 3mm don't seal as well as the 2mm, but on the plus 
side their stronger!
George ( down under)