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Happened to me too, test flight out of RFD was a real eye opener. I had another shop at DKB inspect everything, corrected errors and re set trim by the book. Works rock solid since.

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Very nice!

Very nice!

YD. When I am flying long trips it’s sure nice to have on those bumpy days, IMC too.

This is where my servo is mounted in my C.

It’s about time! I see nothing wrong with 150k early high end M20’s especially when I’m constantly seeing 150k for early 172’s and Warriors, they may advertise low time engines but most are very outdated / original.

I’d be inline too.

Ordered my intake boot (C model ) from Lasar last January and just received it. Pretty much 6 months to the date.

Down low 2-5 was higher. 6-8 was ok. I set it to fixed so it’s more well rounded especially in summertime.

Incase this helps another M20C in the future. I recently installed the Surefly with the variable timing option on my carbureted 0360. During the test flight my CHT’s were noticeably higher than normal. Next I pulled everything and reset to fixed timing CHT’s returned to normal or a tad better. Very quick starts both cold and hot and much smoother running engine.

So it’s been a while since many of you switched to SureFly. I’m in the process of installing Surefly on my 70C . I’ve heard a few rumors the C models CHT’s may run hotter when selecting the variable timing mode. Have any other C drivers noticed hotter CHT’s ? Is it worth setting a carbed O-360 to variable timing or would you stay fixed like the right mag ? Thanks Ed

If it’s above your ability or your local mechanics ability you could also visit your local EAA chapter, this would be easy for them since most have built aircraft and have a good amount of metal experience. Many are retired and some are A&P’s / IA’s.

Hello, I’m interested. How old is the unit and battery?

I installed the YD and like it. After establishing climb I turn it on and my feet can go to the floor if I like. Really nice on rough climb out’s and or long bumpy flights.

I installed my tips back in the late 90’s I think I still have the drawings, pretty easy to install. I’ll look later when I get home. After my install I did notice a tad more roll response during the landing flare which I like during turbulent landings. They sure look cool, I thought they were worth the purchase.

I’m building the -7 Tailwheel / Slider. Just moved it to my new place so I can proceed with the fire wall forward.

When I use to be in the aircraft window polishing business I used thin CA for customers with minor cracks like this, had good results.

I had the Tanis system installed 8 years ago with the sump and intake bolt adapters, works great and warms the entire engine.

A dimmable automotive led strip light that plugs into a 12 volt cigar socket works nicely under the glair shield / dash pad. Blue works good, lights up my entire panel when needed. Amazon has many options.

Very nice.

For local maintenance I’d highly recommend Jeff with Fly America out of DKB. He is very good with many years of Mooney experience.

I originally had my my S-tec30 with gpss installed back in 2003. I thought it was good at the time but never very precise, in the bumps it always wondered a bit plus it lacked many features I really wanted. It still worked when removed. THEN I went up in a A36 with a GFC autopilot ( complete system ) and that did it for me. I was amazed how stable, smooth and precise it was. I also really liked the approach capabilities felt like I was in a biz jet.

He decided to go for it, currently being installed. Not sure about short and mid body differences, I've only flown the GFC500 in a A36 (which opened my eyes to the GFC500) an Arrow and my Mooney. I’ll fly in my neighbors 231 once it’s finished,.

People would tell me I didn’t need a yaw damper on my short body but I thought since I’m pulling a S-Tec30 out and installing a GFC500 I might as well go all the way, very happy I did. Take regular trips say 2-4 hours and then have to return the same day in pretty bumpy air and you will have a much more relaxed / enjoyable ride with it. Like many others have said, the ones with it will say you need it and the ones without will say you don’t. My neighbor asked me if I thought the damper was needed so I took him for a ride on yet another bumpy day, we turned it on and off many times so he could make his own decision what worked best for him.