Depends what engine speeds you're operating at.
I (and others) find that the 912 burns no oil below about 4500rpm. Above
this and it becomes noticeable. Possibly due to mild ring flutter at the
higher speeds.
Duncan McF.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard Iddon" <riddon@sent.com>
Subject: Europa-List: 912s oil consumption
>
> Following the recommendations from Rotax, I have recently changed from
> Castrol GTX magnatec to Shell VSX4 for my 912S. I seem to be consuming
> more of this and getting more 'nicotine' stains down the exhaust side of
> the fuselage. Engine has done 100 hours now and I seem to be consuming
> around 1 to 2 litres of oil between 50 hours oil changes approx. Is
> this normal?
>
> Richard Iddon G-RIXS
>
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