FlyboyKC Posted November 10, 2018 Report Share Posted November 10, 2018 Well winter is here, well at least in Kansas City it is. I was thinking about taking the plunge and purchasing an engine cover. How well do they really work? I have seen some use an old horse blanket, seems like it would work just as well. Thoughts? Neal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toto Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 A "real" engine cover fits the plane snugly, and is typically both wind-resistant and heat-resistant. One of the most important uses for me is retaining heat when landing for a few hours at a cold destination. I have a Kennon cover that I'm totally comfortable putting on a hot engine (where it may contact very hot exhaust surfaces). The cover I have uses these bungee fasteners that keep it tight enough that a stiff wind won't blow it away. I don't know if it's worth the price, exactly, but it's awfully nice to have. I think of it like the difference between a big blanket and an expensive mummy bag. The blanket might keep you perfectly comfortable for sleeping, but if money is no object I'd much rather have the fancy bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypertech Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 (edited) Some kind of cover really makes a difference in preheating. In my hanger, last year I just threw a couple moving blankets over the cowel and it did the trick. This year, we are planning o do more traveling where the plane will sit outside, so I've ordered an actual engine cover. It isn't here yet to give a full review but the hope is I'll be able to keep the engine warm enough when its outside. Can't leave a blanket just dropped over it in a breeze. Edited November 11, 2018 by hypertech Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyboyKC Posted November 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 If you don't mind me asking where did you purchase your cover from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carusoam Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 What is the objective? Warming the engine? Indoors or out? What heat source will you use? Outdoor in Canada it is worth it... Outdoor in NJ probably not... indoor in NJ definitely not... Try a couple of blankets first... Best regards, -a- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warren.huisman Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 We purchased an engine cover from macsairplanecovers on ebay for the Cherokee a couple of year ago. Its a guy in Northern Michigan who makes them. Not sure he has patterns for a Mooney but I would check. If I didn't have two Tannis covers for the Mooney already, i would be checking with him. I think I like his cover better than the Tannis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 In the event of an off field landing, a good engine cover can double as shelter for the people if needed. Clarence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aviatoreb Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 6 minutes ago, M20Doc said: In the event of an off field landing, a good engine cover can double as shelter for the people if needed. Clarence True. In the winter I carry my engine cover AND a sleeping bag...in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcusku Posted November 12, 2018 Report Share Posted November 12, 2018 Along with an engine cover, Bruce's sells insulated covers for the prop and spinner. How much difference does that make? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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