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1. 04:33 AM - Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change (Catz631@aol.com)
2. 05:56 AM - Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change (Pete Christensen)
3. 11:50 AM - Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change (Alan Carter)
4. 12:50 PM - Re: Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change (Bob Comperini)
5. 02:25 PM - Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change (Roger Lee)
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| Subject: | Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change |
Alan,
I would highly recommend you find and take a course to learn about this
engine. Lockwood,Leaf,Miss Light aircraft,etc all offer them here in the US.
One of the things I learned in my course is that you can remove the
magnetic plug by using a large brass punch. You place it over the plug and smack
it with a hammer. The plug is tapered on the inside and this will help
release its grip on the case threads. Then you will be able to turn the plug
without messing it up. Don't go overboard with the hammer as it is an
aluminum case.
Then you can replace the plug with the proper one.
An accurate inch lb torque wrench is really necessary with this engine by
the way.
Have fun !
Dick Maddux
Milton,Fl
912UL
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| Subject: | Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change |
I had a problem getting my magnetic plug out the first time. You might try t
his: Heat the case around the plug with a heat gun. Take a can of electron
ic component cooler and use it to cool down just the plug. Use the proper to
rx to remove the plug.
Pete
On Sep 12, 2012, at 6:32 AM, Catz631@aol.com wrote:
> Alan,
> I would highly recommend you find and take a course to learn about this e
ngine. Lockwood,Leaf,Miss Light aircraft,etc all offer them here in the US.
> One of the things I learned in my course is that you can remove the magne
tic plug by using a large brass punch. You place it over the plug and smack i
t with a hammer. The plug is tapered on the inside and this will help releas
e its grip on the case threads. Then you will be able to turn the plug witho
ut messing it up. Don't go overboard with the hammer as it is an aluminum c
ase.
> Then you can replace the plug with the proper one.
> An accurate inch lb torque wrench is really necessary with this engine by
the way.
> Have fun !
> Dick Maddux
> Milton,Fl
> 912UL
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change |
Hello All
Robert thanks for Photo,
Mine looks the same ,It is the wire locked type as in photo, I suspect it has not
been removed for some time as i can see no mention of it in the Engine logs,
The Torx may be rounded at the edges, i will check and get the correct tool.
It would be nice to have all the tools and facilities available but i have to do
the best with what if got, the engine now has fresh oil +filter +Air filter
and cleaned so better than before, but maybe not perfect.
I will have a go tomorrow at removing the Magnetic Plug.
1, What type of spanner is used on the latest version plugs ?
2,Is they a Magnetic Oil Drain Plug Mod used, ?
Alan
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| Subject: | Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change |
>1, What type of spanner is used on the latest version plugs ?
http://www.cps-parts.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=1332
>2,Is they a Magnetic Oil Drain Plug Mod used, ?
No. No magnetic plug on the bottom of the oil tank is needed.
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Bob Comperini
e-mail: bob@fly-ul.com
WWW: http://www.fly-ul.com
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| Subject: | Re: Rotax 914 Oil Change |
Hi Alan,
Your welcome to give me a call anytime and I can save you a lot of frustration
and maybe keep you from any damage.
The older magnetic oil plug on the side of the case just above the oil filter is
a number 40 Torx. There are a couple of ways to break it loose the first time.
First make sure the Torx head is tapped all the way to the bottom of the magnetic
plug. Have someone with the wrench hold quite a bit of pressure to unscrew
it, then with a hammer and a rod rap stiffly on the edge of the plug only.
With 1-2 raps it will always come out. If you have stripped the Torx then it
can come out 3 ways. One is to use an easy out or the better ways are, use a small
set of vise grips and grap the metal edge of the magnetic plug and rap on
the center with your hammer. If all else fails take a Dremel Tool with re-enforced
cut off blade and slot the magnetic plug head then use a large flat tip
screwdriver. I have never had one I couldn't take out.
The new hex head is a 16mm head. Whatever you do don't put it back in as tight
as the factory. It only needs not to leak and safety wire it. You should never
have to crack it with a hammer or mess it up taking it out again.
I'm with Bob, no mag plug needed on the oil tank.
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Roger Lee
Tucson, Az.
Light Sport Repairman - Maintenance Rated
Rotax Repair Center - Heavy Maint. Rated
Home 520-574-1080 TRY HOME FIRST
Cell 520-349-7056
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