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I have an Owner's Manual and Parts Manual for the M10 Cadet. Available almost free ($15 to cover shipping to lower 48). These are reproductions in good condition.

No, I never named her. I did put a "bumper sticker" just below the pilot's side window . . . it says, "Bumper". When I sold my ASH26E, I asked the new owner if he wanted me to remove the sticker. He said, "No, that stays!". I know 58065 has an appreciative new owner and home with sleeper-319 . . . I'm good with that!

Thanks for all the kind words, well wishes, and the comments re. soaring, a big part of the reason I moved to Minden. This is my ASH26E in wave, conditions fairly light that day, though I've been to 28K. I sold the ship last year, now every time I look at the sky . . . I guess that yearning doesn't go away. Kingsbury Grade is ahead. My house is ahead of the left wingtip and just under the edge of the cloud. Wally's Hot Springs is off the right wing near the corner of the pic. A friend, in his 26E, took the photo.

It's been a while. Back in the 70's as an Oakland cop, I'd drive down Earhart Rd. (that runs by the "old airport"), shining my spotlight on the ramp, looking at the parked planes. Mooneys just looked fast sitting there. I knew little about them, but did know I could never afford one. That changed 20 years later, some ten years after I founded Morgan Alarm Co., when in 1991 when I had my company loan me half the purchase price for 58065, an '87 201. At the time, this seemed the culmination of a lifelong fascination with flying, an unimaginable dream come true. As Mooney owners, we are so fortunate. At one point I owned 3 power planes and 2 self-launch gliders, but now age and (fortunately just minor) health issues have prompted the sale of all but my Husky A1-B bush plane. Many here probably won't remember me, as I was far more active on the forum back 20 to 30 years ago . . . still, I thought it appropriate to say goodbye and thank you to all for everything you've taught me and all the help that was given, hopefully I returned the favor some back in the day. Clear skies, unless you fly gliders too - than add some puffy cumulus to circle under. All the best, bumper

Currently looking at hip replacement and maybe another laminotomy - - that'll have to do as to excuses for not getting it in annual and ready for sale. Thus the "expectations" of what asking should be are also dropping. Started around 123K (vref), but that's down to 110 or so and open to offers.

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Around 900 lb IIRC, pretty much standard 87 201 fare, though it does have a lightweight starter and Power Flow, though a new W&B wasn't done for that.

Found one yet? Mine will be for sale due to health issue (not life threatening, fortunately). In the process of figuring out what it should go for, but it could likely be within your budget. 1987 Mooney 201J (LM), 24-1616, N58065 AFTT - 2225 hours ETTSN - 716 hours, Lyc A3B6, installed factory new, (Mod 212 conversion, 2 mags), Power Flow exhaust, McCauley 2 blade. Engine oil heater. Exterior - 9+, factory original paint, always hangared. Interior - 9+, Lake Aero Styling interior upgrade, Oregon Aero Confor front seats, Lake Aero sun visors. Original Bendix King 165's, Strike Finder, older IEI engine monitor. No ADS-B. Other: Speed brakes, LED recognition lights w/wigwag, Pulselight, upper and boot cowl reinforced. Located Minden, NV .

At the time, Yuri apparently sent his draft to several forum members,. Probably all with the request to review and keep confidential. My copy died with an old computer - sorry.

I just received a self addressed stamped envelope with $5 enclosed from Jared in Ohio, but there were no instructions included. If requesting the small fluorosilicone O-rings for the fuel caps they are free (no payment required, but please check with me to make sure I still have them in stock before sending the envelope). My problem is that I give away a few other things, and also make and sell some small parts for guns and sailplanes. So, Jared, if you are reading this, please let me know what you would like to order. Thanks much, bumper

I apologize for not checking private mail in so long. No, there's no PMA or approvals of any type. I didn't move the project forward, mostly due to too many other projects and not enough time. It's a one off test, made from components, soldered and mounting the 20 watt LEDs (similar to these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-5-10-Pcs-High-Power-10W-30W-50W-100W-Watt-LED-Chip-Lamp-Bulb-Light-900-9000-LM-/322148749705?var=&hash=item4b018fd189:m:mBtMQXeZTdacoTofPixJB8w mounted with heat conducting paste to aluminum heat sinks, and then the assemblies driven by buck/boost LED drivers. The system worked very well, far brighter than the halogens, bright enough they could have been used as landing lights! But, not enough time and too much hassle to get approved. Besides, LED technology advances so fast that anything approved today would be obsolete (but still functional of course) in a few months. all the best, bumper

It's called a strobe power supply or power pack. If it's Whelen, you can buy one new, or maybe on eBay, but older Mooneys used Hoskins and they are out of business, though parts may still be available, eBay? If buying used, be aware these supplies have large electrolytic capacitors and the "insulation" inside can break down over time if the capacitors are not charged (power supply powered up) occasionally. There is a way to sometimes rejuvenate the capacitors, using a variable DC power supply to ramp up the voltage slowly that sometimes works. Other options: Replace your individual strobe supply with a centrally located power supply - requires running new wiring from supply to strobes, but results in synced strobes and multiple flash strobes (Whelen Comet Flash etc). Probably not a great option due to labor cost running new wiring. I did this years ago on my Mooney. Replace power supplies and strobe tubes with LED strobes. Expensive, nice, did this on my Husky.

One of the best anti-chafe tapes is UHMW PE (ultra high molecular weight polyethylene), or UHMW for short. UHMW is tough as nails, one of the most mechanically strong plastics. It also has a very low coefficient of friction, almost as slick as Teflon, but much stronger. A 1" thick piece of UHMW will stop a .45 round (just not with me behind it). Tape is an almost translucent white that allows paint color to show through. Has acrylic adhesive, comes in various thicknesses from about 4 mils to over 10 mils - - get 4 to 6 mills is good for most applications as thicker, say 10 mil, will be too stiff to be very conformable. Note that even the thinner tape does not stretch much, so won't conform to compound curves without cutting. Works on engine cowls, gear doors, wrap it around the bolts to tighten up the cowl flap hinges, etc. http://www.amazon.com/TapeCase-423-3-UHMW-Tape-5yds/dp/B00823JBPW/ref=pd_sbs_indust_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=07M4CX95TSCZSK0KBBC7#product-description-iframe

If unsure, and you need a handy ignition source, one could always duct tape a Bic lighter to the wing trailing edge, tie a cord to the lighter button, lead it back to the cockpit and you should be good to go . . . . insert suitable "Whoomph!" noise here. :c) If the leak is that bad, I'd just go on the other tank, assuming adequate reserves.

I have an "as new" 3-blade spinner, polished aluminum (no backing plate) that I would part with on the cheap as I have no use for it. Best offer.