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It looks like we have an issue with this after the move to the new server. I have asked the tech guy to look into this for me.

I had a keen interest in the proper repair of my plane after it had a gear up. Not a re-sale issue for me as I plan to keep the plane and in conjunction with the repairs the engine was overhauled and the prop replaced. The plane had the following damage: -Nose gear doors (replaced OEM clamshell doors with later IMPROVED overlapping gear doors) -Replaced Belly skins with LASER one piece belly (Less Maintenance as removal of one piece belly vs. multiple OEM panels) -Replaced inboard (right) flap hinge with new hinge -Replaced retractable boarding step (scrapped/tube damage) That is it. There was no wing skin or tail contact. All repairs documented in logbooks (Airframe and Engine). For me the incident resulted in a MUCH better airplane. All repairs were essentially "upgrades" with the exception of the flap hinge and step...I say upgrades in that each improved the plane and were "bolt-on" replacements. Don't NOT buy because of a gear up. DO confirm extent of damage (I have photos) and the documentation of repairs/upgrades...

In 1988 when I first purchased my 201, I flew from New Orleans to Cozumel with 4 adults, during the evening hours. Despite strong tail winds, we landed far short of FAA mandatory reserves of fuel. On the return flight, we decided NOT to do this again and flew over Cuban airpace through Florida and back home. I had only the standard 64 gallons of gas on board To this date and after 27 years of flying, I think the Gulf of Mexico flight was the worse decision of any flight I have ever made. And I speak of this frequently knowing that there were no options mid flight. When flying and driving, I always try to leave myself alternatives. Sometimes thats not possible for only for a short part of a trip. Flying over the Gulf leaves you no options, no second guessing, and no immediate availablity of Help if needed. So if you want my two cents, just count the number of NO's in this response compared to the number of Yes's.. Pretty obvious.

Only objectionable planes are invited... -a-

The concern is that from my understanding this was a mod made to all m20cs decades ago. Why not this one? What else may have been treated similarly? What about resale.., if it takes $7k to get this airframe up to 1960s par that should be discussed (ad we are doing) and factored in. My original post was intended to gather information for buyer and seller... Not bring everyone into our negotiation.