"Take a full 20 off my landing speed" reminds of Dan Gryder repeatedly stating that low air speed on final is one of the top killers of small plane pilots. Not trying to nit pick or anything like that. Just think maybe give a second thought to low air speed. Always enjoy the vids, thanks for posting.
Yeah, What Paul Arc said. I have been my own mechanic for many years now. My dad was a diesel mechanic. He told me the importance pre lubing the gasket on the filter so it doesn't gall up and will slide on gracefully when tightened. Not so much the plug but the filter.
Unsolicited SW tip from a Jet mech: I've always used a general ROT for cutting SW as the length of my forearm. When you pull the pliers to twist the wire, keep the wire wrapped around the pliers so the ends don't flail out and cut up your pretty heat wrap, electrical, or scat tubing. Really appreciate the quality content here and hope the aviation TY community will follow suit; showcasing some of the aircraft DIY and maintenance pilots/owners can do themselves. This content is really opening the eyes to those intimidated or uneducated about general aviation. Great stuff!
10:55 Oil Filters : Trick I learned from sailing channel Gone with the Wynns, wrap a plastic bag around the filter when taking if off. It catches most of the oil (if not all) and you can just drop the filter in the bag.
Kevin, from flying to changing the oil, you explain everything in a simple and educational fashion. The after change checks and analysis are just as important as the new oil.Be well and safe flying.
Thank you for a good video! We aviation guys like seeing someone else doing a maintenance task because I always like to see how someone else does it. Always learn something. Plus, for non-pilots, it shows what terms like “run up” means and what is involved in good aircraft maintenance.
As an A&P/IA and pilot of over thirty-years, I also applaud your attention to detail. The cheapest form of maintenance is always an oil change and visual inspection. Bravo Kevin!
Excellent video! Very interesting to see the similarities - and differences - between changing oil in a car/truck vs these Continentals in your 310. Thanks for the great content and sharing your wonderful family and airplane with us fans!
Awesome job doing the oil change, brings back memories of working on the 310R we had at the one company I worked for. I used to use cardboard or pieces of aluminum to make drain shoots for the oil, then I found the form a funnel you can get at some auto parts stores. Another tip that I learned from a old mechanic was when you cut the filter media out of the housing, if you keep it corrugated and squeeze it in your bench vice it will get rid of most of the oil and then you can more easily see any metal or dirt in the pleats. I usually wrap it in a rag to catch the remaining oil as it is squeezed out. Keep up the good work and enjoy all the flying videos as you give us great scenery shots of the country, and love the nerdy instrument tech you have in the plane also
WOW Kevin that was so interesting to see. I remember when I was 16 years old, now 67 years old I use to watch my father work on his Cessna 310 and change the oil and other things. I really miss him. Thank you so much for sharing this. You and Jamie take care and I will see you on your next video.
Kevin, great video on oil changes. It brought back my days of doing them on my planes. Watching the video made me feel lucky that I only had single engine planes. Half the work. Yes, as noted in some of the comments, I always wiped a little oil on the filter gasket with my finger prior to installing the filter. It worked for me. The filter cutting tool was new to me. Sure beats using a hack saw.
I have my dad's old safety wire pliers (USAF) and I use the same company for oil testing in my old (2000) Landcruiser and Diesel pickup.They do a great job. I like the maintenance videos. The are very informative
Hey thanks for that Kevin, I am always interested in maintenance type vids. I have just been following your channel for a short time now and am really enjoying your flying trips. When I was in my 30s I thought about getting my licence, when I lived in Perth Western Australia, but unfortunatly my situation changed so never went through with it. Its great that you and your wife enjoy similar interests and can do all these trips together. Thanks once again for sharing these vids with us. cheers for now, Trevor Cozens, Picton NZ.
Very cool Kevin. Really good explinaiton and demonstration. You are taking good care of the airplane, yourself Jamie and the kids as well as those below you who have not chosen to fly. GOOD JOB ! and thanks for taking us along !!
Excellent DIY video Kevin, in addition to my pilot ratings I also have my A&P certificates and you did that oil change exactly by the book ... good job!
I’ve been meaning to ask for maintenance and inspection videos. I do all my boat work but understand how much more critical aircraft work has to be. Good show.
Kevin, what a pleasant surprise to see you on a Tuesday. I may be messed up on my days this week now. In any case I did enjoy your oil change. Being technical I was very happy to see an actual drain plug for the oil, not to mention the wire lock. I have always had a beef with Cessna on the small planes. They have a quick disconnect for the oil drain. Almost makes me wish I would have learned on a Piper. The only reaction I have ever received from comments on 150/172 oil changes is that nothing has ever happened. Well that in no way should let safety take a back seat.
Thanks for doing this Kevin! Always cool to see how other people do it. When I first learned how to do it with an A&P, he had me use a hole punch on the filter(at the top) while draining the oil. That means the oil filter empties more completely(lets air into the draining path) while draining, and ultimately means less mess when the filter comes off. I also use the time while the oil is draining to wipe down the plane and listen to music. It's definitely one of the best ways to spend time with your plane, if it's not going to be in the air!
As a corporate jet A&P at midway, I always have in the back of my mind the best way and easiest way to safety wire because a lot of the time you don’t always have good access to safety wire and make it look good. Awesome video, I live in the southwest suburbs.
Enjoyed the video as always, thanks for sharing some of the maint. side of flying. Love watching you fly and interact with ATC, I'm still learning and it's awesome to get to watch a pro. Your channel is one of my favorites, love then there is a new video!
Awesome video! It's good to see the 'real' side of aircraft ownership from time to time.. Kevin, you do a great job of showing and explaining everything your doing... Very logical, step by step.. Perfect, clean and simple... 1BC is in very good hands indeed...
Another great video Kevin. Brought back a lot of memories working fixed wing maint in the Army. Save yourself some time and wrist ache and get yourself a speed wrench for them screws. Blue Sky's Brother
Good video. I agree with Dawn Lovell’s comment. Definitely glad you commented about the logbook entry.....as A&Ps, we definitely have to do it and want to see it documented by owners, who, are supposed to do it, too when they do preventive maintenance.
@@Donaica1 I know. After I posted this I realized 'he' doesn't actually have his a&p. My fault. Wasn't referring to you ma'am. I just passed my General pron so I'm stoked! Bring on Airframe
Kevin, I would like to say thanks for teaching this old dog a new trick. For the 21 years I’ve owned my 310 I hated the oil change task solely because of replacing the safety wire at the drains. It’s hard to see and awkward to get to. I always put the plug in before the wire and you have now shown me the error of my ways. Thanks, Chuck from Memphis
Thank you, it was very informative and interesting. That adds more safety by understanding how to prevent danger and keep an engine in very good condition. Great job !
Kevin, I will offer a suggestion for removing the oil filter. On my marine engines the filters are less accessible than yours, but similar. I found that a large zip lock bag over the filter, once it is broken lose, traps almost all oil and helps keep clean up to a minimum.
Well done video. I’m a mechanic but not an A&P mechanic and I’ve always found that taking the pleats of an oil filter, wrapping them in a clean rag and then pressing them together in a vise to drain the oil helps me see any contaminants in the filter pleats a lot easier.
Really enjoyed this video. Just found your channel a few weeks ago. Really like the technical info on the plane and its components. Sure looks like a great time being able to fly around the country. I'll keep watching!
Fantastic how to video, from one aviation nerd to another. Your bird is my dream plane ever since I was boy some 65 years ago, watching Sky King on Saturday mornings on TV. My Dad and I used to like working on planes as much as flying them...almost.
Very good video, cutting open the oil filter can show a lot of what is going on inside the engine. I worked 25 years as a mechanic and used to take oil samples to send of to a lab to see what was going on also.
I always used to enjoy getting my hands dirty on minor maint. things but now that I am older things are not as easy as they once were. But it was nice to see you in action Kevin. Thanks for this video.
Always looking to improve, I love that about you Kevin. I'm not a pilot and trying to keep up with everything and loving your videos. Again, N771BC looks great.
if it leaves the ground as part of it's *NORMAL mission...* it's MORE THAN *NOT MUCH* ... just saying ;) (motorcycles and speedboats, for 2examples, gettin in the AIR is *NOT* part of their *NORMAL MISSION* just saying!!! I have almost 75k miles on HONDA GOLDWINGS and I have NO DESIRE to jump a motorcycle... or even pop a wheeleeee lol)
Showing the other side of owning a plane. The 'boring' but very important oil change. Thank you for the video - showing how much it takes to change the oil and what safety steps needed. (safety wiring etc.) Hope the family and you are doing well. Was just up near the farm buying cheese. Take care 'Spin'
Great Vid! Thanks for the "ownership" perspective of PM a plane. From personal experience, I use a pair of cut-resistant gloves when opening filters. Nothing more irritating than slicing open an oily knuckle!
Nice bonus video! As a DIYer and former auto mechanic, enjoyed seeing “under the hood”. One suggestion, get a step stool on casters and put the drain bucket on top of that. Easy to quick adjust location, and can roll out from under. Cuts the distance the wind has a chance to blow the oil.
Hey Kev! I love these techical videos!!! Thanks for doing this one! I am helping my uncle get his '61 skylark back in the air after 5yrs of collecting dust and I am having a blast getting my hands dirty. I should have a video up tonight maybe.
Just a little thing to add. I was taught and always put a very light film of oil on the filter gasket with my finger before installing. It’s suppose to give you a better seal, keep the gasket from bunching or tearing and gives you a more accurate torque. Just something I learned years ago and hear quite often so thought I would mention it. To each his own and everyone has their own way of which there are many. You’re right....only pure aviation geeks and mechanically minded people love this stuff. Good news is, I think there are plenty of us out there. As the owner of many different piston turbocharged aircraft before switching to turbines, I can say oil changes and being very meticulous with them are even more important (yes, all aircraft maintenance very important). Many aircraft turbo wastegates and pressure regulating devices are controlled by the oil. Many of the orifices and passages the oil runs through are small and machines to precise tolerances so any fod can really give you some trouble. Not to mention turbo health in general is extremely reliant on clean and proper oil. Thanks for sharing, keep up the great vids. Fun to see some videos for us engine gurus from time to time, even if it just an oil change.
Another great video, gotta say to do an oil change in a white T is pretty Pro 👍🏻👍🏻. As a non pilot I’ve found your videos entertaining and educational. Yes this isn’t a replacement for a flight school I know but I feel like I have a better understanding with general Aviation. Thanks Kevin and Jamie for sharing your adventures with us. I look forward to the weekly videos. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.
Even though I do not own my own airplane, I learned to and still fly Cessna's 172's, they are fun to fly but the video was very informative with all the tricks to keep filters and nut's in place. Great video brother and keep the video's coming.......
Always feel better & think it sounds better after an oil & filter change (plane or car). Probably delusional but seems like it to me. One thing I've started doing is set the new oil in the sunshine to warm up while I'm working in the hangar on the cowling, old oil & filter. Then the new oil drains a bit faster & more thoroughly. Thanks for the video. Gorgeous aircraft. Got to be one of the best in the fleet.
As a non-pilot, it was interesting to see all the safety features. I've done hundreds of oil changes on cars and never had "safety wires" LOL. But, I'm on the ground. I can relate to when you are in the air, as a lost engine in that environment could be catastrophic. Thanks, Kevin, for the instruction. You're a great pilot and owner. I'd fly with you LOL.
Thanks for inviting me over to come hang out! Had a great time hanging out with ya!
And sorry for stepping into the frame😬
@@tallishyeti2756 Haha your moment of fame!
"Take a full 20 off my landing speed" reminds of Dan Gryder repeatedly stating that low air speed on final is one of the top killers of small plane pilots. Not trying to nit pick or anything like that. Just think maybe give a second thought to low air speed. Always enjoy the vids, thanks for posting.
Yeah,
What Paul Arc said.
I have been my own mechanic for many years now. My dad was a diesel mechanic. He told me the importance pre lubing the gasket on the filter so it doesn't gall up and will slide on gracefully when tightened.
Not so much the plug but the filter.
Love that you change your own oil. Way to stay up close and personal with it.
Unsolicited SW tip from a Jet mech: I've always used a general ROT for cutting SW as the length of my forearm. When you pull the pliers to twist the wire, keep the wire wrapped around the pliers so the ends don't flail out and cut up your pretty heat wrap, electrical, or scat tubing. Really appreciate the quality content here and hope the aviation TY community will follow suit; showcasing some of the aircraft DIY and maintenance pilots/owners can do themselves. This content is really opening the eyes to those intimidated or uneducated about general aviation. Great stuff!
Nice job on the oil change. I Use to watch cap do oil changes
Good tip Aric. Also the filter adapter is soft (aluminum) so just be gentle threading and removing the safety wire.
Great video Kevin glad you pay close attention to detail, safety first. Good job.
Oil change in a white T-shirt, that's confidence for ya.
I’ve been a mechanic(automotive) for 30+ years and I don’t even open the hood on a car with a white shirt on.
I agree the cleanest aircraft mechanic I’ve ever seen Lol when you know you’re good Lol well done from an A&P/ PP.
He learned hat from Jamie Hyneman
How much will cost if done by a professional mechanic?
@@faustobaptista8555 Figure about 1.5-2 hours per engine at ~$115/hour plus supplies, miss, and oil filter read.
Love the pride you demonstrate for your bird! I enjoy the channel.
Great video. Did a good job laying out the whole process as well as the ending explaining the filter inspection and oil analysis.
I love the fact that you are as meticulous in your maintenance as you are in your preflight and takeoff roll. Great video!
10:55 Oil Filters : Trick I learned from sailing channel Gone with the Wynns, wrap a plastic bag around the filter when taking if off. It catches most of the oil (if not all) and you can just drop the filter in the bag.
Kevin, from flying to changing the oil, you explain everything in a simple and educational fashion. The after change checks and analysis are just as important as the new oil.Be well and safe flying.
Thank you . Brought back lots of memories. I worked on the whole range of Cessna,s from 150s to 421C loved them all.
Thank you for a good video! We aviation guys like seeing someone else doing a maintenance task because I always like to see how someone else does it. Always learn something. Plus, for non-pilots, it shows what terms like “run up” means and what is involved in good aircraft maintenance.
Always loved the Cessna 310. Beautiful aircraft.
As an A&P/IA and pilot of over thirty-years, I also applaud your attention to detail. The cheapest form of maintenance is always an oil change and visual inspection. Bravo Kevin!
Hey Kevin... That was quite the tutorial well filmed, documented and spoken! THANKS ';-)
Excellent video! Very interesting to see the similarities - and differences - between changing oil in a car/truck vs these Continentals in your 310. Thanks for the great content and sharing your wonderful family and airplane with us fans!
Wow this brings back old memories, nice job!!!
Kevin , you performed that oil change from memory but like you were following the check list! Awesome - thanks for sharing.
It's a lovely looking aeroplane!
Well done. Need more of this.
Awesome job doing the oil change, brings back memories of working on the 310R we had at the one company I worked for. I used to use cardboard or pieces of aluminum to make drain shoots for the oil, then I found the form a funnel you can get at some auto parts stores. Another tip that I learned from a old mechanic was when you cut the filter media out of the housing, if you keep it corrugated and squeeze it in your bench vice it will get rid of most of the oil and then you can more easily see any metal or dirt in the pleats. I usually wrap it in a rag to catch the remaining oil as it is squeezed out. Keep up the good work and enjoy all the flying videos as you give us great scenery shots of the country, and love the nerdy instrument tech you have in the plane also
WOW Kevin that was so interesting to see. I remember when I was 16 years old, now 67 years old I use to watch my father work on his Cessna 310 and change the oil and other things. I really miss him. Thank you so much for sharing this. You and Jamie take care and I will see you on your next video.
I had been wanting to see your engines. Nice and clean as expected!
Really liked this video of you performing maintenance on your plane with technical commentary.
Kevin, great video on oil changes. It brought back my days of doing them on my planes. Watching the video made me feel lucky that I only had single engine planes. Half the work. Yes, as noted in some of the comments, I always wiped a little oil on the filter gasket with my finger prior to installing the filter. It worked for me. The filter cutting tool was new to me. Sure beats using a hack saw.
This was a great video. Thanks for supporting the aviation community!
Beautiful plane and love the sound of those engines. 👍
Thanks for sharing Kevin!
I have my dad's old safety wire pliers (USAF) and I use the same company for oil testing in my old (2000) Landcruiser and Diesel pickup.They do a great job. I like the maintenance videos. The are very informative
Hey thanks for that Kevin, I am always interested in maintenance type vids. I have just been following your channel for a short time now and am really enjoying your flying trips. When I was in my 30s I thought about getting my licence, when I lived in Perth Western Australia, but unfortunatly my situation changed so never went through with it. Its great that you and your wife enjoy similar interests and can do all these trips together. Thanks once again for sharing these vids with us. cheers for now, Trevor Cozens, Picton NZ.
Good to see the guts of the operation!
Very cool Kevin. Really good explinaiton and demonstration. You are taking good care of the airplane, yourself Jamie and the kids as well as those below you who have not chosen to fly. GOOD JOB ! and thanks for taking us along !!
Excellent DIY video Kevin, in addition to my pilot ratings I also have my A&P certificates and you did that oil change exactly by the book ... good job!
I’ve been meaning to ask for maintenance and inspection videos. I do all my boat work but understand how much more critical aircraft work has to be. Good show.
Thanks for taking the time to film that I enjoyed it!
Kevin, what a pleasant surprise to see you on a Tuesday. I may be messed up on my days this week now. In any case I did enjoy your oil change. Being technical I was very happy to see an actual drain plug for the oil, not to mention the wire lock. I have always had a beef with Cessna on the small planes. They have a quick disconnect for the oil drain. Almost makes me wish I would have learned on a Piper. The only reaction I have ever received from comments on 150/172 oil changes is that nothing has ever happened. Well that in no way should let safety take a back seat.
Great video and good to see how safe the regulations are
Thanks for doing this Kevin! Always cool to see how other people do it. When I first learned how to do it with an A&P, he had me use a hole punch on the filter(at the top) while draining the oil. That means the oil filter empties more completely(lets air into the draining path) while draining, and ultimately means less mess when the filter comes off. I also use the time while the oil is draining to wipe down the plane and listen to music. It's definitely one of the best ways to spend time with your plane, if it's not going to be in the air!
That was a very detailed video. But then again, each little thing has a proper way of being done, especially on a airplane. Stay safe.
The Videos are Awesome and You and the Family Are Great!
Love watching your adventures
As a corporate jet A&P at midway, I always have in the back of my mind the best way and easiest way to safety wire because a lot of the time you don’t always have good access to safety wire and make it look good. Awesome video, I live in the southwest suburbs.
Nice narrative Kevin, thanks!
Great video Kevin. Glad the oil drain plug is easier to get to in your 310 than in my Bonanza. Makes changing the oil a whole lot simpler.
Enjoyed the video as always, thanks for sharing some of the maint. side of flying. Love watching you fly and interact with ATC, I'm still learning and it's awesome to get to watch a pro. Your channel is one of my favorites, love then there is a new video!
Good stuff y’all keep keeping on living the life stay safe y’all
Nice to see you doing your maintenance Kevin.
Thanks for that. Enjoyed seeing the entire engine and the procedure.
Awesome video! It's good to see the 'real' side of aircraft ownership from time to time.. Kevin, you do a great job of showing and explaining everything your doing... Very logical, step by step.. Perfect, clean and simple... 1BC is in very good hands indeed...
Another great video Kevin. Brought back a lot of memories working fixed wing maint in the Army. Save yourself some time and wrist ache and get yourself a speed wrench for them screws. Blue Sky's Brother
Good video. I agree with Dawn Lovell’s comment. Definitely glad you commented about the logbook entry.....as A&Ps, we definitely have to do it and want to see it documented by owners, who, are supposed to do it, too when they do preventive maintenance.
Enjoyed this as a car guy. The actual work part is the same as a race car. The testing part is also similar. That report is a handy maintenance tool.
Congrats on the awesome landing. I’m glad you figured it out and nailed it.
Very informative and glad you took the time to video the process 👍👍
Awesome video Kevin.
thanks for the informative video, safe flying.
As an A&P mechanic and pilot , you did everything perfect +, I just love your channel and flying with you and Jamie and your family ❤️👍👍👍
Thank you Dawn!! :)
You are very welcome ❤️
Never knew he had his a&p too!! I'm in class right now getting mine after 25 years in aviation
Michael Brown Just wanted to let you know I am a woman ❤️
@@Donaica1 I know. After I posted this I realized 'he' doesn't actually have his a&p. My fault. Wasn't referring to you ma'am. I just passed my General pron so I'm stoked! Bring on Airframe
Nice change of pace...thanks for sharing!
Kevin, I would like to say thanks for teaching this old dog a new trick. For the 21 years I’ve owned my 310 I hated the oil change task solely because of replacing the safety wire at the drains. It’s hard to see and awkward to get to. I always put the plug in before the wire and you have now shown me the error of my ways. Thanks, Chuck from Memphis
Ha ha...not sure if you'll find it helpful or not but it makes it a lot easier for me. :)
Excellent video
Very thorough and careful oil change. I like the safety wire application. They do that on Heavy Equipment. They could do that on Cars as well.
Thank you, it was very informative and interesting. That adds more safety by understanding how to prevent danger and keep an engine in very good condition. Great job !
Kevin, I will offer a suggestion for removing the oil filter. On my marine engines the filters are less accessible than yours, but similar. I found that a large zip lock bag over the filter, once it is broken lose, traps almost all oil and helps keep clean up to a minimum.
Yep.... that's an old school "work smarter not harder" trick
Thats a good idea
You can teach an old dog a new trick. I'm fifty-three. I never knew the bag over the filter trick.
Well done video. I’m a mechanic but not an A&P mechanic and I’ve always found that taking the pleats of an oil filter, wrapping them in a clean rag and then pressing them together in a vise to drain the oil helps me see any contaminants in the filter pleats a lot easier.
Really enjoyed this video. Just found your channel a few weeks ago. Really like the technical info on the plane and its components. Sure looks like a great time being able to fly around the country. I'll keep watching!
Fantastic how to video, from one aviation nerd to another. Your bird is my dream plane ever since I was boy some 65 years ago, watching Sky King on Saturday mornings on TV. My Dad and I used to like working on planes as much as flying them...almost.
Gr8 vid Kevin! Having worked on planes years ago, it was great to see again!
Thank you for the behind the scene video. For someone wanting to get into flying this was neat to see.
LOVE the intro song! :) Thank you for bringing it back!
The safety wires are something I would never have thought of. Makes sense on an airplane for obvious reasons! Interesting video, Thanks Kevin!👍
In all aviation maintenance safety wires are a must
Very good video, cutting open the oil filter can show a lot of what is going on inside the engine. I worked 25 years as a mechanic and used to take oil samples to send of to a lab to see what was going on also.
Awesome job, Kevin!
Love the sound of those sixes firing up!
It’s crazy,,,, I didn’t know you existed, and now I find myself binge watching you. Greetings from Henderson, NV.
I always used to enjoy getting my hands dirty on minor maint. things but now that I am older things are not as easy as they once were. But it was nice to see you in action Kevin. Thanks for this video.
Of course I had to watch every bit of your video Kevin! I enjoy seeing everything about planes and especially 1BC!
Yeeessss! A work video! Finally! Thanks for this!
Always looking to improve, I love that about you Kevin. I'm not a pilot and trying to keep up with everything and loving your videos. Again, N771BC looks great.
It ain't much but, I love my Cessna 150! ~Oil change due today!
if it leaves the ground as part of it's *NORMAL mission...*
it's MORE THAN *NOT MUCH* ... just saying ;)
(motorcycles and speedboats, for 2examples, gettin in the AIR is *NOT* part of their *NORMAL MISSION* just saying!!! I have almost 75k miles on HONDA GOLDWINGS and I have NO DESIRE to jump a motorcycle... or even pop a wheeleeee lol)
Thanks Kevin, interesting and informative video. All the best.
Showing the other side of owning a plane. The 'boring' but very important oil change. Thank you for the video - showing how much it takes to change the oil and what safety steps needed. (safety wiring etc.) Hope the family and you are doing well. Was just up near the farm buying cheese. Take care 'Spin'
Enjoyed this video!
Great Vid! Thanks for the "ownership" perspective of PM a plane. From personal experience, I use a pair of cut-resistant gloves when opening filters. Nothing more irritating than slicing open an oily knuckle!
Nice bonus video! As a DIYer and former auto mechanic, enjoyed seeing “under the hood”. One suggestion, get a step stool on casters and put the drain bucket on top of that. Easy to quick adjust location, and can roll out from under. Cuts the distance the wind has a chance to blow the oil.
I for one, enjoy your technical videos.
Being mechanical minded I enjoyed that. You certainly are a brave man doing that in a white tee shirt.
Hey Kev! I love these techical videos!!! Thanks for doing this one! I am helping my uncle get his '61 skylark back in the air after 5yrs of collecting dust and I am having a blast getting my hands dirty. I should have a video up tonight maybe.
That is interesting...... Never knew about the safety wires on the oil filter and drain plug. Thanks for sharing......
Just a little thing to add. I was taught and always put a very light film of oil on the filter gasket with my finger before installing. It’s suppose to give you a better seal, keep the gasket from bunching or tearing and gives you a more accurate torque. Just something I learned years ago and hear quite often so thought I would mention it. To each his own and everyone has their own way of which there are many. You’re right....only pure aviation geeks and mechanically minded people love this stuff. Good news is, I think there are plenty of us out there. As the owner of many different piston turbocharged aircraft before switching to turbines, I can say oil changes and being very meticulous with them are even more important (yes, all aircraft maintenance very important). Many aircraft turbo wastegates and pressure regulating devices are controlled by the oil. Many of the orifices and passages the oil runs through are small and machines to precise tolerances so any fod can really give you some trouble. Not to mention turbo health in general is extremely reliant on clean and proper oil. Thanks for sharing, keep up the great vids. Fun to see some videos for us engine gurus from time to time, even if it just an oil change.
Awesome Kevin. Learning something new everyday!
Awesome video!
Good job Kevin, enjoyed the video.
Another great video, gotta say to do an oil change in a white T is pretty Pro 👍🏻👍🏻.
As a non pilot I’ve found your videos entertaining and educational. Yes this isn’t a replacement for a flight school I know but I feel like I have a better understanding with general Aviation.
Thanks Kevin and Jamie for sharing your adventures with us. I look forward to the weekly videos. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.
Even though I do not own my own airplane, I learned to and still fly Cessna's 172's, they are fun to fly but the video was very informative with all the tricks to keep filters and nut's in place. Great video brother and keep the video's coming.......
Great video as ever so interesting for the ones as me, who are just aviation enthusiasts. Regards from México !
Great video on oil change. Very interesting to watch. Great that you are able to do this yourself!
Always feel better & think it sounds better after an oil & filter change (plane or car). Probably delusional but seems like it to me. One thing I've started doing is set the new oil in the sunshine to warm up while I'm working in the hangar on the cowling, old oil & filter. Then the new oil drains a bit faster & more thoroughly. Thanks for the video. Gorgeous aircraft. Got to be one of the best in the fleet.
As a non-pilot, it was interesting to see all the safety features. I've done hundreds of oil changes on cars and never had "safety wires" LOL. But, I'm on the ground. I can relate to when you are in the air, as a lost engine in that environment could be catastrophic. Thanks, Kevin, for the instruction. You're a great pilot and owner. I'd fly with you LOL.