Thanks for the info Vaughn.  It's really not a problem most of the
time.  My local flying I always burn mogas.  I'll just go back to
hotter plugs on leading.  May try the TCP next time I travel, if
I can't find a fuel stop with mogas/80.

I don't think it's temperature related due to lower direct-drive
RPM, as my temps actually run rather high.  Cruising at 5200 RPM
oil temp will still be 200 even when it's cool ambient.  I'm not sure
why, but I know I couldn't run 6500 if I had a redrive, because
my oil temp would be way over redline.

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

Just curious [Mr.] Mick,
What type of fouling was it? (lead, oil, etc)?
Vaughn

Lead. When fueling enroute, I have to poor the two-stroke
in while they are fueling, or before they fuel.  If the oil didn't
mix well with the gas, I suppose it could be oil.  While flying
close to home it's much easier to thoroughly mix oil with the gas
in 5 gallon cans.

Now that I'm back home and burning mogas I expect the
problem will disappear, but if not, I will let you know.

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

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