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I'm shocked that it read zero. Is yours a low-level detector or a home-use one? I'd check the exhaust at startup when the catalytic converter is cold to confirm your sensor is actually working. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

This is what the Q&A said on Amazon about the one (Sensorcon) that I ordered: Question: How long can this remain on? i want to use it in an airplane to keep an eye out for co induced hypoxia. thanks! Answer: From what the manufacturer states the unit can stay on continuously for 2 years. I turn it on for my entire work shift at the fire department and turn it off when shift is over. By JD on January 3, 2016 The meter can be turned on and left on. With normal usage and alarm frequency, if left on the battery will last approximately 2 years. By Sensorcon SELLER on January 4, 2016 It won't turn off until you do it. Unlike other brands, you can clip this device to your shirt and have it on continously throughout your shift. By mydleon1 on January 3, 2016 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I ordered this one: http://sensorcon.com/collections/carbon-monoxide-meters/products/portable-carbon-monoxide-detector-meter?variant=4193480964 which is also available on Amazon. It's made in the USA, alarms at a low (35 ppm) level, and can be clipped on a seat-pocket. Having previously read the Aviation Consumer write-up on CO Detectors I believe the most important feature is detecting and alarming at LOW levels (unlike your typical cheap home-use detectors). Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Dan, yours is an incredible story, and we are all thankful of the positive outcome! But more importantly you may be the catalyst that results in MANY MORE lives saved. As a result of your experience and your willingness to share it I have just ordered a new low-level CO Monitor/Alarm to use in my plane. I am ditching the little "spot detector" I've been using. While I occasionally look at the little "spot" it would never actively attract my attention like a true monitor/alarm. There are lots of models to choose from, and even if I have to replace the $60 sensor every couple of years it provides great peace-of-mind for me and my family. Thank you sir, for I (and the whole aviation community) owe you a debt of gratitude for your lesson learned!

No apology necessary. Cool post and awesome pics! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

It almost certainly says 25 on the engine data-plate. Makes a difference too. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Clarence is the resident expert on putting multiple planes in small spaces. Look for his pics which involve accentuating the vertical separation. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I hope for your sake Barney's not related to Toonces. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I agree with what you're saying but the problem several of us have is that we keep up with Mooneyspace on our mobile devices through an app that doesn't allow us to easily filter the discussions based on which forum they're posted in; we look at all posts as they roll in. Sitting at my PC it's easier to avoid the crap. The new forum wouldn't keep me from checking in occasionally but it would likely lessen my participation (which some of you may actually cheer about[emoji846]). Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

P.S. I should also add that in the 175 hours referenced above there have been zero incidents of pee, poop, or barf. I wish I could claim the same with my human passengers.[emoji51] Still I utilize a vinyl seat cover. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Pi = 3 sounds like a great idea to me! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Mageto looks like a great dog! I'm in the Mutt Muffs camp but will make a suggestion. I replaced the chin strap with an elastic strap that allows me to simply slide the muffs over Eli's head and into place. Not quite 5 years old he's logged 175 hours and has only dislodged them 2 or 3 times. IMO big floppy ears makes the muffs a bit less important but with Mag's erect ears I'd definitely use them. Since some of the funniest stories I've ever heard in aviation involve small dogs loose in airplane cabins we secure Eli in back with a harness and 3' leash which allows him to get up and turn around as desired. He's a big boy so the back seat's all his. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I WIN! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

New POLL posted. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I know this isn't a democracy, but I'm hoping that opinions matter.

Is there some way to block the new forum entirely? I generally view Mooneyspace on the Tapatalk app reading all the new posts as they appear. If I have to carefully screen everything to avoid the bullshit and animosity I'll likely make fewer visits here. I'm very sorry to see MS taking this path. There is so much GOOD and UNIQUE here. If I want to "Rant and Rave" there are thousands of other websites for that purpose. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

The AD Clarence and I refer to is only required every 100 hours but it's not a bad idea to do the check regularly. Just be sure to do it quickly so you don't load the exhaust with combustible gas and cause more damage than good. You'll know right away if the engine is shutting down. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

With all due respect to Andy, for practical purposes I would answer "no". If you get an RPM drop and corresponding mag drop on each switch position then it means that you've effectively turned "off" each mag at some point which would verify p-lead integrity. But... I should agree with him though that it might be possible for the switch to fail such that one side could conceivably remain "on" when in the "both off" position. So in that case I'll agree with Andy that a "very screwed up" switch could still allow the engine to run in the "off" position. It's an AD in my J and many others to turn the switch off briefly prior to shutdown to confirm its condition.

Many of us feel sick for Paul's situation. He just sold his beloved C stepping up to a nice 252. After some significant avionics upgrades the tank issue pops up, which now turns into a possible airframe issue. From the one picture it doesn't look that bad but we're not the experts and I know Paul will fix it properly. My question is this... once your tanks are stripped and resealed by a top shop that specializes in such work is it reasonable to assume that such a problem can be dismissed on your plane (as long as you keep the tanks free of water)? This might be a valid reason for a premium on planes that have had this work completed in the recent past. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

At Oshkosh Mooney put cement blocks under the mains and left the nosewheel on the ground to make their planes look better. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Not sure but I believe "Pinto" gets props for our t-shirt logo. Sandman knows for sure. I'm just a messenger. Hoping to acquire my 4th Formation Clinic shirt in April. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Looks like a great turnout Buttercup; wish I could have made it! But it sounds like the Texas Wing is representing well and "Keepin' It Tight!" For others interested in joining the Mooney Caravan, the Texas Formation Clinic runs March 31-April 2 in San Marcos (KHYI). -Bubbles- Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

'Twas Teejayvan's idea; he gets credit. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I agree, for normal opps. But 90 knots isn't an automatic prop-strike either. IMO there's way too much hype about how Mooneys are SO difficult to land. Certainly for short fields being on speed is critical but the important part is keeping the nose-wheel from touching down prematurely. I'm neither an instructor nor a guru; I'm simply a pilot. My target speed is also Vs x 1.3 on approach and Vs x 1.2 over the numbers but I'm just as comfortable landing at 90 knots when appropriate for the situation. Sometimes with a B737 trailing me and ATC requesting best speed, 70 knots on approach doesn't seem too prudent. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk