Cessna R/TR 182 Pilots and Owners

Hey Todd,
Looked for our screen today and it appears to be missing. Parts Manual below indicates the screen is at the dipstick hole, so hopefully easy to access.
Found what looks like new/old stock screen for $120 at https://www.ebay.com/itm/265836266397?itmmeta=01JYYDVKF7NXVWDAHPY85RYXFV&hash ...

Chase Duncan & Scott Sellers discuss the R182 Induction System, its components and how to assess their condition Including examples of R182 Carb Air boxes and discuss what to look for in correct repairs.

Scott Sellers is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
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Pics shared by Carl(816-522-8814) at BAS Parts of the two good condition R182 Air Box assemblies for $765. There other two posted R182 air boxes are not is as good condition.

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Bruce Wiley reports below procedure works for him:

In removing the rear seat, I found the trick that works for me to accomplish without front seat removal is.
Move the front seats halfway to the forward stops. Also lower them to the lowest height.
Slide the rear seat back up and forward at the ...

Recent discussions an IA/A&P friend pointed out the repair on our carb air box was not a proper repair and that a rivet from that repair was missing. That rivet likely went into/thru the induction system and into the engine.
This mechanic mentioned how Air Box issues can cause partial or full loss ...

This thread points out enough conflicting info for further review. Let me contact our Lycoming Tech Rep to see about scheduling a Zoom call.
I'm not convinced Lycoming's ROP only recommendations make sense including their rationale for it. The data matters!
I've heard from many operators for many ...

In February 2025 we performed the Wobble Test(Lycoming Mandatory Service Bulletin No. 388C) on our IO540-K1G5 with 1700hrs in service and found all valves to have adequate but not excessive play. Our engine was built in 2003 and has the High Chrome exhaust valve which are supposed to help prevent ...

Sam Cox <scox@coxairparts.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 9:31 AM
To: scott@cessnar182.com
Subject: RE: NG Actuator

Scott,

Apologize for the delayed response. I was gathering pricing from the shop manager.

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