Ed Anderson wrote:

I run my 13B with a 26 psi Strand radiator cap and have seen as high as

21

psi on the gauge.  I also was concerned that the increased coolant

pressure

might cause leaks around the water pump seals, but so far not a drop.

Ed Anderson

I run the 24 psi cap, and I've seen the pressure go that high, but it
usually sits around 20-21 psi at cruise 4800 rpm.  It drops down to 10 psi when
I throttle back for descent.  No leaks, but I replaced the gaskets during
my recent annual.

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Perry J. Mick
Mick Duckt N7XR
http://www.ductedfan.com

 
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