jbeech
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Location: Sanford, FL (Orlando area)
| Thanks Marty. Anyway, the purpose of the Simple Green is just that, to cut the oil residue. I've used alcohol as well but switched to the Simple green mixture. Your milage may vary.
Howeevr, "what" you use isn't as importsnt as the fact you're being proactive, i.e. cleaning the machine and thereby going over it post-flight. This is when you are thinking and inspecting and is an important part of your use of the product.
For example, this is a good time to check for wear on the pins of the AUD0010, or to lube the washout base and swashplate where they slide over the main shaft, lubing the tail ring sleeve where it slides over the tain output shaft. This is also the time when I apply a touch of lube to the bearings at the washout and seesaw arms, contemplate disassembling the head and tail grips for purposes of cleaning and greasing, etc., etc., etc.
While I'm at it I also examine the fuel line and where it connects to the muffler. After all, if it slips off in flight it may ruin your day as the engine goes lean and perhaps results in a hole in the piston. Diotto where the exit the fuel tank/header, and attach to the carb or filters. I also examine the fuel tank itself, and look for witness marks on the dress washers/bolts, which attach the engine, i.e. to see if they're coming loose.
For me the act of cleaning my machine is also when I reflect on how the day went, and whether there was anything unusual, which perhaps I want to follow up on. Maybe it's time to replace the battery or switch harness. By the way, don't neglect the blades themselves, and don't just clean them, but feel of them too.
Ultimately, I'm glad to see this discussion and to learn from you guys as well.
John Beech - GM (and janitor)
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