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Old November 3rd 04, 04:13 PM
G.R. Patterson III
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NW_PILOT wrote:

Best Type of Oil Heater?


Wag-Aero sells a cover kit for the oil tank. It's not a heater, but it will keep the
oil warmer when the engine's running.

Should One Use a Cowl Warmer?


If you intend to be flying somewhere, parking for an hour, and flying again without
pre-heat, I would buy an insulated cowl cover. I had a Kennon cover for my 150.

I Notice in the manual something about a winterization Kit Can I
install/uninstall it my self? Can you still buy the winterization kit? If so
ware is the best place to buy?


Back in the early 90's, my A&P told me that these were no longer available. He could
have been wrong. Check with an authorized Cessna service center.

Any Extra Pre-Flight Inspections Needed For Extreme Cold Weather


Preheat. If possible, get the heater outlet into the lower part of the cowl. That
will heat the oil tank as well as the rest of the engine.

Any other useful tips for that type of flying gladly accepted.


Keep the revs up - the heater works best near redline. I found that my heater was
most effective if I cracked the cabin air knob just a little to increase the air
flow. I would definitely wear insulated boots and either long johns or insulated
pants.

George Patterson
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