Oil Separator

Guest Discussion
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This month’s Plane & Pilot had a write-up on oil separators. Very complimentary, commenting on no real downside, and upside of reduced grease on belly, and lower oil temps due to being able to hold more oil. DID SOMEONE SAY LOWER OIL TEMPS?

To those with more understanding of engines than me, is this worthwhile and realistic?

Andy

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In reply to:

is this worthwhile and realistic?

Andy,

I believe it’s a good gizmo to have, but it’s a moot point for you… and for me. SR20’s already have 'em - at least, mine does. I think they’ve always been standard on the '20.

FWIW…

Mike.

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But at some point we will be moving to the SR22 which does not have this device installed. Why is is good for the SR20 but not for the SR22?
Brian

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In reply to:

But at some point we will be moving to the SR22 which does not have this device installed. Why is is good for the SR20 but not for the SR22?

Brian,

Good question. It’s among a few others on an answering maching at Cirrus, as we speak. I’ll let you know what I hear.

Mike.