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    hot running O-235 engine

    The lycoming O-235 engine in my 1965 Citabria 7ECA has no oil cooler or external filter. It has always run hot in the summer. I have recently had it overhauled (20 hours ago)--new baffles and cowling seals,-- and it runs hotter than ever.--- Head and oil temps at the red line and I occasionally...
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    propeller torque

    Would you please verify the proper torque for the prop bolts on a 7ECA O-235?? 25 foot pounds stands out in my mind, but I can't find a reference. Thanks.
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    Control Cable Swaged Nicopress Connectors

    In accordance with your request to check the flight control cable nicopress fittings, I would like to report that all the fittings on my 1970 7kcab have 3 crimps and measure .350 inches, or very close to it. Keep up the good work!
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    INVERTED ENGINE OIL BREATHER INSTALLATION ON 7GCBC

    HAS ANYONE PUT AN INVERTED ENGINE OIL BREATHER SYSTEM ON A 7GCBC AS CAN BE FOUND ON A 7KCAB ? WOULD THAT REQUIRE AN STC OR POSSIBLY JUST A FIELD APPROVAL OR MAYBE JUST A LOG BOOK ENTRY SINCE IT IS ALREADY APPROVED FOR THE IO-320?
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    aileron spades

    do aileron spades make much difference on a 7kcab?
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    vortex generators

    Has anyone installed vortex generators on a 7KCAB and how do you like them?
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