RE: It's ready for maiden, however.......
Alex:
OK, first, absolutely do not fly with this pipe. Good, pipe has been removed. Second, I have pipes in stock. Please call me to discuss.
Third. . .remember when I checked out your Cougar? I suggested you move the turbine away from the pipe allowing a minimum of an inch preferably 1.5 inches between the end of the nozzle and belmounth (metal) of the pipe. This allows for the pressure area around the nozzle of the turbine to increase. . .pulling in air and keeping the pipe cool. Turbine too close to the pipe and heat rises proportionately. This is what appears to have happened.
Fourth. . .There are Cougars flying with Rhino @ 36lb, Super Eagle @ 30 lb (mine included) P-120 as well as other turbines. None report any issue with the pipe. Centering is just as important as distance from bellmouth.
Fifth. . .Dude ! You are my friend and I hear about this from another Cougar customer this morning ! Why didn't you call me. I am 10 minutes away and would have driven over with pipe in hand !
Let me hear from you. Tried your cell, but you must have been in surgury.
R/,
Eric