Engine

Slick Magneto Service Bulletin SB1-15A

Recently a friend gave me copy of Slick Service Bulletin SB1-15A to check against my engine's magneto (Left, other on right is PMAG).  It was originally published 07-02-15, but recently revised on 11-12-18. This deals with decreased life of distributor gear assembly.   I confirmed my Slick magneto is newer than affected serial numbers.   Mine is Serial No 17090862 (made Sept 2017), whereas affected are through July 2016.   I'm also documenting in my Engine Logbook.

Firewall Forward Kit

VA-190 re-position ( 1 hr )

Dis-assembled elbow from oil cooler for VA-190 hose as'ly.  Cleaned threads, re-applied Permatex high temp thread sealant.  Installed with approx 5 degrees more vertical alignment (any more would cause hose to rub engine mount tube).  VA-190 now just clears battery angle  -- so still need to explore how to prevent contact wear during engine vibration.   I'll ask Vans Prod Support on Monday. (appears on their build they attached hose to nearby fuel line hose with nylon tie to provide clearance)