what should the oil pressure and temperature be

[terrell]

i was wondering what should the oil pressure and oil temperature be on my engine. engine is a continental 6 cylinder aircraft motor.. would like to also know what is the correct oil to run in aircraft engines.

 

[Daddy Dave]

We have a Continental E-225 / 0-470. It carries only about 10 - 15 lbs. when hot. My Lycoming carries about 35 when hot.

 

[blackpowderscout]

As far as what type to run, I use the AeroShell 100 (red label) in my 470. Don't know if that's the only kind you can use but it's all I'll use.

Adam

 

[scooter]

Terrell my 520 cont. runs 170 oil temp cruising 180-190 hard running carries 35 psi. idling hot and 70 running hot i use aero shell w 100 red label