Great post. Thank you.
I have a Lycoming O-320 E2D with standard low compression pistons that produces 150 hp.
All I have is an exhaust temp gauge on the rear left cylinder exhaust.
I run 100% 87 octane Mogas with upper cylinder lubricant.
The articles all seem to be geared towards more complicated engines with full engine analyzers.
I would like to learn how to run 'lean of peak' for long cross country's.
From now on I will always lean aggressively on the ground.
I will also always use full power for take off.
My question is:
If I fly at a slow between 2200 and 2400 rpm.
Can I just pull the mixture back until it runs rough and the push it back in until it smooths out.
Making sure to watch the exhaust temp first rise and then fall back.
I understand that you can not hurt these older low compression smaller engines with the mixture control?
Is that correct!
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