Mailing List flyrotary@lancaironline.net Message #2942
From: David Leonard <Daveleonard@cox.net>
Subject: RE: [FlyRotary] Re: turbo wastegate requirements
Date: Fri, 12 Sep 2003 22:54:25 -0700
To: 'Rotary motors in aircraft' <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>

 

 

 

 I really wish I knew how much boost the 9.7 rotors would tolerate.  If 6 psi is safe, then I'd be tempted to just set the relief valve there, and try to adjust the throttle for 5 psi.   

I just asked my engine guy (Japtrix) this question. He feels that the engine (9.7 rotors) will be fully protected with a 6psi popoff valve and the stock wastegate.  He seems to think that manual wastegate control is unnecessary. He once drove an RX7 up a 12,000ft mountain in Peru. As they neared the top he felt the boost drop off. It came back as they came back down the other side.

For what it's worth.

John Slade

 

John, that makes sense as the stock wastgate control is reference to ambient (i.e. procuces a fixed amount of boost above ambient  - about 5-6 psi).  That is why I also think it is an excellent choice to protect both the turbo and the engine.  However,  if you really want to get some power….  J

 

 

David Leonard

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