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Just did a leak test on the 165 Franklin in my Cruisair. Engine was warmed up prior to test. 3 Cylinders were in the 60s, with cylinder 1 being the lowest at 63. Other three were in the mid 70s. Engine seems to run fine. Is this something to be concerned about. I've heard conflicting...

I would really like some way to make sure my Franklin 165 isn't making metal. Does anyone know if an oil screen or oil filter can be added to this engine?

I've got a line on an 14-13-2 Cruisair. It has a straight airframe, but the paint is very old and tired. What is the most economical way to repaint it? It has the original fabric but boy is it ugly.

What would the expected performance difference be between a 14-13-3 Cruisair with a 165 Franklin and aeromatic prop and a 14-13-2 with a 150 Franklin and fixed pitch prop?

Has anyone tried an Autolite 2245 spark plug in their Franklin? They look the same as the Champions I have now, but about 1/8th the price.

I am in the process of servicing my aeromatic prop. When I got it, there was no oil that drained out when the plug was pulled. There was evidence of oil on the plug though. The aeromatic service manual that I have says to fill the hub to the brim with oil. If this is done, I would wonder...

I'm thinking of rebuilding the mechanical fuel pump on my Franklin. Does anyone know if there is a NAPA kit for it (or some other inexpensive part number cross)?

Since the Cruisair is new to me, I'm just a bit curious about oil temperatures. At about +7 degrees C, I am seeing close to 190 degrees oil temperature At about -10 degrees C, I am running about 150 degrees Can this be considered normal? It seems a bit hot compared to what I'm used to (a...

I took the Cruisiar up for a flight today in -10 degrees C weather. The prop seemed like it didn't want to coarsen up very easily in cruise. I am wondering if this is a result of the cold weather and thick oil in the prop. Has anyone else had similar experiences?

Just wondering how much oil burn those with the 165 Franklin are having? What would be considered normal and what would be excessive?

My Cruisair isn't charging. The generator looks good, but the voltage regulator looks original. Does anyone know a test procedure for it, and what model the regulator is? I figured that I'd start with the regulator as it seems inexpensive and is easy to change.

The 165 Franklin is rated for 2800 rpm, but I am seeing only 2550rpm static with the aeromatic. Should I adjust things to get more rpm or leave it be?

What is the best method to time a 165 Franklin. The way things are placed I can't see the timing marks.

I need to remove the generator from my 14-13-3 with a 165 Franklin. Is there a special procedure? It looks as though there is not enough room between the engine and firewall to get it out.

I recently have purchased a 14-13-3. How many here use full flap (47 degree) during landings? If so, what speed do you approach?