Description

The numerous how-to articles and books written over the years by the late Tony Bingelis are arguably the very best technical resource ever published for homebuilt aircraft builders. Nearly every successful homebuilder will recommend turning to Bingelis’ easy-to-read and crystal-clear explanations and illustrations whenever you’re faced with the question of “How do I do that?”

In “Firewall Forward”, Bingelis covers perhaps the most complex and critical (yet often the most misunderstood) phases of building an powered airplane… the selection and installation of the engine. Far more complex than just buying an engine and bolting it on, homebuilders need to learn about such diverse topics as cooling and baffling, engine instrumentation, fuel systems, electrical systems, exhaust sound reduction, propeller selection and setup, and many other intertwined topics. To this end, Bingelis covers most of what you need to know in a logical, step-by-step fashion. (We say “most” as no book could ever cover every conceivable situation!) First published in 1983, “Firewall Forward” will remain a premiere reference on the subject for many years to come.

Written by Tony Bingelis, Copyright 1992. Published by EAA Aviation Foundation. 302 Pages, Softcover.

Chapters include:

1. Engine Selection
2. Handling & Storage
3. Firewall Preparation
4. Engine Mounts
5. Exhausts & Mufflers
6. Cowls & Cooling
7. Lines & Hoses		 8. Fuel Systems
9. Ignition & Electrical
10. Powerplant Instruments
11. Engine Installation
12. Propellers & Spinners
13. Center of Gravity
14. Engine Operations