EGT probe interference

[Bud_Keil]

I am upgrading avionics in my RV-4. Today I was installing the EGT probes utilizing the existing locations of the old probes that were removed. In two locations, the Dynon EGT probe has a slight interference with the spark plug cap. The old RMI CHT probe had a 90 degree bend thereby eliminating any interference. My question is can the Dynon EGT probe be bent slightly to eliminate the interference or do I have to drill a new hole in my exhaust stacks and relocate the probes?

 

[n144sh]

I don't know if it officially sanctioned or not, but I bent mine (also on an RV-4).

 

[Bud_Keil]

I don't know if it officially sanctioned or not, but I bent mine (also on an RV-4).

So, no ill effects with the probe? How much did you have to bend it to clear?

 

[n144sh]

Hi Bud, no adverse affects in about 400 Hrs. If I recall I think I bent several almost 90 degrees.