> One should be aware that using an oil thermostat involves taking in
> more cooling air than necessary, and diverting oil from the oil cooler
> when not in the warmest conditions.
> In addition to the extra weight, permanently taking in more air means
> flying with the maximum possible cooling drag for the entire life of the
> aircraft.
>
Gilles,
I can not imagine that the presence of an oilthermostat changes the flow of
the cooling air trough the radiators. What do you really mean by taking in
more air permanently?
Karel Vranken.
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