Mailing List flyrotary@lancaironline.net Message #41257
From: kevin lane <n3773@comcast.net>
Subject: cowling/engine layout
Date: Sun, 20 Jan 2008 22:03:21 -0800
To: flyrotary <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
here is a crude layout scheme I have been working on for my renesis/-6A using the existing cowl. (I'll make a new one after it melts! :-)  I think I'll have a radiator made, max. 15x18x2.5" cross-flow.  the stock oil cooler seems to fit across the front, probably a bit lower than shown to improve airflow (it was easier to attach it here for the time being).  my other idea was a log exhaust plenum that somehow would feed a muffler mounted below.  I think this would be cheaper than buying all those mandrel bent s/s pipes.  this all began when I started to look for an engine mount.  using an asymmetric beam across the front mounts makes the exhaust fit easier, and the short part on the cold side allows for the big radiator area needed.   I plan to keep the intake on the hot side, since the optimal 18" runner reaches about to the center of the engine.
I'm not sure why the oil pan plug is forward.  I haven't pulled the custom pan yet.  perhaps it is just on backwards.  I could be a bigger capacity.
so, after your laughter cedes, any comments?  (yes, despite being a carpenter, I will get a metal mount :-)   what have I forgotten?  kevin  (but those sheetrock screws go so fast!)
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