BKSC

Anyone out there have any suggestions for engine temp management in cold weather? I’m based in Mn and find it takes forever to bring my oil temp up to green prior to take off. Thought about foil heat resistant tape over portion of oil a liquid coolers but prefer not to experiment if someone else has already solved. Thanks! Brad

Thanks Shawn! I will give that a try. Unfortunately, my first problem is that the handle is also frozen on the horizontal shaft which rotates the locks. I've unscrewed the handle from the inside but can't pull it off. I've thought about securing a small impact dent puller to the handle and, with someone holding onto the shaft from the inside, gently trying to break the lock free. Penetrating oil sprayed in from the back side might work too. It would be great to able to lock the canopy. Have a great weekend.

Greetings to you all from Rochester MN I joined SCF one year ago after purchasing a 2010 PSC. Unfortunately, I encountered log in issues soon after. Dave was kind enough to give me some help and I now have full access once again. I've flown my plane about 50 hours since purchasing it and really enjoy it. I've owned a 172 and 150 before and found it took me awhile to get used to the handling characteristics- particularly pitch sensitivity and rudder authority. I look forward to getting to know other members and helping anyone where I can. One question- I am unable to lock my canopy. Received two keys and a blank key for the lock when I purchased the plane. The keys slide in easy but won't rotate the tumbler. I tried to remove the handle so I could take it to a locksmith but it refuses to slide off the shaft. Has anyone encountered this issue? It's not something I want to apply a lot of force to. Thanks in advance. Brad K