In the cruise I aim for cht of 400 degrees, and try to use the power settings for 65% set out in the POH. My max accepted cht is 420 Degrees (and I have become increasingly accepting of 420 degrees). I have a Garmin 600 TXi with EIS but for no good reason other than I am not sure of my understanding of how it all fits together, I am very hesitant to use the lean assist function, either to find ROP or LOP. Therefore I guide all my engine settings on getting CHT to below 420 degrees primarily adjusting mixture to achieve this rather than cowl flaps that kill the speed.
I have tried reading all the red box/red fin stuff but seem to have a mental blind spot in understanding it all and my main takeaway is power <65% (you can do less harm here) and CHT management are key to engine longevity.
How do others operate similar engines and are my procedures gonna kill my engines? Should I be using the lean assist function?
I have tried reading all the red box/red fin stuff but seem to have a mental blind spot in understanding it all and my main takeaway is power <65% (you can do less harm here) and CHT management are key to engine longevity.
How do others operate similar engines and are my procedures gonna kill my engines? Should I be using the lean assist function?
