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Old 15th Oct 2002, 08:19
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bottieburp
 
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Gypsy Engines/ 100LL

Hi Gasax,

I operate 2 Gypsy engines (I call them Pykies!) - a 1 and a 10/2.

THe 1 is unmodded apart from the valve seats, the 10/2 has all the mods.

Both purr away happily on 100LL.

In fact I flew behind the 10/2 to Sweden and back in June (see next issue of Plot) - it was sweltering.

THe thought of Mogas over all those lakes and trees is unthinkable.

Stick it in your car - use aeroplane fuel for aeroplanes.

Too many accidents have occurred as a result of vapour lock.

I feel that there are too many people prepared to take short cuts just to save money. At the end of the day, flying costs. I think you will be surprised how many people don't even insure their aircraft for 3rd party risks.

Pay the money, fly safe. If you can't afford it, join a group.
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