---------------------------------------------------------- RotaxEngines-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Fri 08/15/08: 4 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 04:14 AM - 912ULS oil tank installation (Icrashrc@aol.com) 2. 04:51 AM - Re: 912ULS oil tank installation (Robert Borger) 3. 05:44 AM - Re: 912ULS oil tank installation (Ken Arnold) 4. 06:03 AM - Re: 912ULS oil tank installation (Pete Christensen) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 04:14:12 AM PST US From: Icrashrc@aol.com Subject: RotaxEngines-List: 912ULS oil tank installation Is there a recommended height the oil tank on a 912ULS should be mounted at? Is there such a thing as mounting the tank too low or too high compared to the centerline of the engine? Thanks, Scott **************Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-Volkswagen-Jetta-2009/expert-review?ncid=aolaut00030000000007 ) ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 04:51:22 AM PST US From: Robert Borger Subject: Re: RotaxEngines-List: 912ULS oil tank installation Scott, Check your 912 Installation Manual. In the 914 Installation Manual it is Chapter 13) Lubrication System, Section 13.6) Feasible position and location of the oil tank. "The oil tank (1) has to be positioned in its z-axis such that the oil level (2) is always between 0 and -400 mm (-15.75 in.) on the z-axis. WARNING: At higher location of the oil tank oil might trickle through clearances at bearings into crankcakse during longer periods of engine stop. If fitted too low it might badly effect the oil circuit." If you do not have a copy of the 912ULS Installation Manual, go to the Rotax Owners Assistance Site ( http://www.rotax-onwer.com/ ) and download a pdf. I'd also recommend registering as a Rotax owner so that you can receive notification of service bulletins, etc. Good building and great flying, Bob Borger Europa Kit #A221 N914XL, XS Mono, Intercooled 914, Airmaster C/S http://www.europaowners.org/N914XL (99.9% done) Presently fighting gremlins in the instrument panel. 3705 Lynchburg Dr. Corinth, TX 76208 Home: 940-497-2123 Cel: 817-992-1117 On Aug 15, 2008, at 6:13, Icrashrc@aol.com wrote: > Is there a recommended height the oil tank on a 912ULS should be > mounted at? Is there such a thing as mounting the tank too low or > too high compared to the centerline of the engine? Thanks, > > Scott > > > Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read > reviews on AOL Autos. > > ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 05:44:21 AM PST US From: "Ken Arnold" Subject: Re: RotaxEngines-List: 912ULS oil tank installation Scott, Look at Lockwood Installation Tips. The document explains the proper installation height and has pictures. The height is critical to proper oil distribution. Ken Arnold do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: Icrashrc@aol.com To: rotaxengines-list@matronics.com Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 7:13 AM Subject: RotaxEngines-List: 912ULS oil tank installation Is there a recommended height the oil tank on a 912ULS should be mounted at? Is there such a thing as mounting the tank too low or too high compared to the centerline of the engine? Thanks, Scott ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----- Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 06:03:08 AM PST US From: Pete Christensen Subject: Re: RotaxEngines-List: 912ULS oil tank installation Real men don't read instructions. Kitfox owners install the oil tank above the engine. Pete Robert Borger wrote: Scott, Check your 912 Installation Manual. In the 914 Installation Manual it is Chapter 13) Lubrication System, Section 13.6) Feasible position and location of the oil tank. "The oil tank (1) has to be positioned in its z-axis such that the oil level (2) is always between 0 and -400 mm (-15.75 in.) on the z-axis. WARNING: At higher location of the oil tank oil might trickle through clearances at bearings into crankcakse during longer periods of engine stop. If fitted too low it might badly effect the oil circuit." If you do not have a copy of the 912ULS Installation Manual, go to the Rotax Owners Assistance Site ( http://www.rotax-onwer.com/ ) and download a pdf. I'd also recommend registering as a Rotax owner so that you can receive notification of service bulletins, etc. Good building and great flying, Bob Borger Europa Kit #A221 N914XL, XS Mono, Intercooled 914, Airmaster C/S http://www.europaowners.org/N914XL (99.9% done) Presently fighting gremlins in the instrument panel. 3705 Lynchburg Dr. Corinth, TX 76208 Home: 940-497-2123 Cel: 817-992-1117 On Aug 15, 2008, at 6:13, Icrashrc@aol.com wrote: Is there a recommended height the oil tank on a 912ULS should be mounted at? Is there such a thing as mounting the tank too low or too high compared to the centerline of the engine? Thanks, Scott --------------------------------- Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? 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