On my last flight I had engine oil temperature stabilized at 251 degrees F at 2800 RPM and 106 kts airspeed. Some have stated that is ok. Meanwhile others say not ok: Anything over 240 degrees F needs correction. My previous understanding was an operating range between 180 and 220 degrees F would be optimum. Not being any sort of VW engine expert, I am somewhat confused what to do, if anything. Using air cooled aircraft engine operating procedures seems reasonable, but the VW is an automobile engine conversion and I am using SAE 30 automotive oil.
Any suggestions, other than "you will go blind". By the way, I have already made up my mind what to do. I want to see if any one will persuade me not to, or to hurry me along, lest I break something or go blind. Sid Wood Tri-gear KR-2 N6242 Mechanicsville, MD, USA
