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by Sinorm
Fri Feb 17, 2023 9:06 pm
Forum: Sling TSi
Topic: Low Engine Temps
Replies: 4
Views: 19656

Re: Low Engine Temps

Has anyone installed a water thermostat to keep the coolant temperatures higher? I'm regularly flying in sub-freezing weather during the winter and the temps are very low, around 140-150 F. I'm not sure if an oil thermostat is an option, but I have read online about people installing water thermosta...
by Sinorm
Thu Mar 25, 2021 2:33 pm
Forum: Sling TSi
Topic: De-icing / Anti-Icing Systems for the TSI
Replies: 11
Views: 20396

Re: De-icing / Anti-Icing Systems for the TSI

I'm very interested in a Sling TSi but the lack of anti-icing is a huge issue for my planned flying. I contacted The Airplane Factory to ask if anything was planned here, and unfortunately they said there are not any plans. They estimate a weight penalty of ~30 lbs for a TKS system and don't feel th...