Aerodon

I may be wrong, but I have not seen electronic mags for a turbo charged engine? I don't think there is any legal basis for turning the MB engine into SB for the 262 upgrade. For sure you don't get the gross weight increase of the Encore, and the MB is happy enough at 210 hp, just going to wear out sooner at 220hp. I would not do it. Aerodon

And I do have a Navworx ADSB too, complete withe new harness to install with a GNS480. The advantage with a GTX33ES or GTX345R is that only one antenna is required (save$), easy install, good performance. I have heard of others struggling with the wingtip, tail or other boxes that need to 'sniff' the existing transponder install. The savings disappear pretty quickly when you have to go back to the shop a couple of times. Aerodon

If you have an M20A, you are likely short of panel space. The inline GDL82 is not likely to work well with a KT76A, and not likely to be reliable anyway. So a remote GTX33ES for ADSB out pairs nicely with a GNS480, or a remote GTX345R is even better for ADSB in and out. I have one of each for you, send me a pm. Don

Would that be the 1000tt pristine Mooney advertised recently? Really good price for what it is. If I did't already have more planes than I can count I would have bought it. Aerodon

Check your Merlyn system for leaks - sounds like something was disturbed and any small leak will result in your symptoms. (been there, done that). Don

I'm just doing this on my Seneca. Once you remove the old priming pipes, you have to put two plugs in the manifold where you remove the primer nozzles. I had aero hose shop make up 4 new hoses, two for each engine. (the JPI FF transducer goes in the middle of two hoses). I removed all the diverter valve wiring all the way back to the nacelle and i removed the diode in the circuit. Good opportunity to inspect all the wiring behind the firewall. And fortunately, we have the correct injectors. Aerodon

Yeah, send me a pm, I can supply and EDM900 for you with a panel to match your old cutout to make this work. Or take JPI's offer and get a nice new EDM930 and find a way to make it fit. I have several Mooney panel templates in my library, I can do a special deal on a new panel for you. Use the opportunity to do some other upgrades too. Sometimes you gotta look at things as 'I got enough mileage out of those old tires'. Its not like you were totally burned like Navworx and Sandia instruments turning into bricks. My MacBook is 7 years old, battery failing, time for a new one. Just hanging in for the next generation.

I was not aware that these came in remote units. Will it include the 'lightning detection'? And can you control it with the IFD540 that would make it a really nice unit? I'm also doing the minimalist approach in a 252 - remote transponder, audio panel, stormscope, XM etc. Aerodon

There's fixing, and there's adding value. I would not fly behind that engine - I have seen a similar prop strike that cracked a TSIO360 with 77 SMOH in 3 places. And the prop is not likely to make it through an overhaul. Considering that you got the plane at such a bargain price, pull the engine off, send it for overhaul, buy a new prop. Change the engine mounts while you are at it, and make the firewall forward perfect. Avionics are almost OK, get a WAAS GPS and then either a 330ES, 335 or 345 for ADSB out. Aerodon

If your installer was lazy and did the calibration near hangars or airplanes, I would not be surprised if this translated into a 10 degree error 'out in the open'. Aerodon

I call BS. Find another installer to do both the magnetic interference test and the calibration. By definition, the calibration is the 'software' to make the corrections. (and if you can find an install manual, it's easy to do both these procedures yourself). Aerodon

What engine monitor do you have? You can easily add CRB to an EDM700, not to a FS450. You can add FF to a 700, advantage is that your fuel data gets recorded along with other engine instrumentation. And you are 'ready' for an EDM830 upgrade sometime. I have 450's, 700's (all flavours) and EDM800's in stock, taken in on trade for 830's and 900's. Aerodon supercub180@gmail.com

I'm making slow progress, its hard to get the attention of a machine shop to do small jobs. Had the parts laser cut, but that shop could not do the bending. Had another shop do the joggle in the side pieces, they did a really nice job. Just waiting for them to do the centre piece. Aerodon

Art, with a single G5, the flush mounting holes and spacers could be placed above and below the G5, allowing for very close side by side spacing. But I would want to leave .5-.75" material between the G5 and G3x for strength. Personally, I think the GI-275 is a better way to go, even if you have a a spare G5. Aerodon

Good eye. It is indeed not vertical because the CB panel in the Mooney is not straight 9as built by the factory). We looked at it and determined it could not be adjusted, so I adjusted the panel to fit. If it were my plane, I would cut a new CB panel and mount it parallel to the rest of the panel like the later model Mooneys. Aerodon

Skip, Just finishing off this M20J panel, plan to install tomorrow. Two G3x, Audio panel, GTN650, GNC255, GTX345, GFC500. This is the first 3/4 panel with radiorax that I have done. Two G5's semi flush mounted to match the G3x's along side. I have vinyl labels made, will try something with higher quality. Note the non standard gear / override switch placement as per customers request. Also 3 spare with places per customers request. I would have preferred to put the master/alternator/avionics switch there. Not the overlay panel for the old engine instruments - now contains ELT and dimmer switch - enough space for a USB outlet there too. Aerodon

We came to the same conclusion. Here's the back of an M20J that I am working on. We've recessed the G5's by 1/4" to match the G3x. Note the radiorax rails (pointing wrong way here). Had to learn how to get my CNC machine to drill the 12 holes to align with the panel holes. Next step is to countersink and screw in place. Having fun so far, but if you've ever wondered why some places charge '000's for new panels, there is a ton of work. Aerodon

I have a spare TSIO360MB that could be overhauled prior to removing yours to minimize downtime? Aerodon

IIRC the GTX330 uses a HD (High Density) connector, so it is difficult / not possible to use 18 or 20Ga wire in the small pins. There might also be a current limit per pin. I've seen several installations where they join the two wires with a splice a few inches away from the connector. Every splice introduces a new point of failure, especially if you don't use high quality splices and crimpers. I used to like the AMP crimp splices, but my new favourite are the enviro splices. Make sure you have the proper crimper, and a small butane heat gun. https://www.edmo.com/product/D-436-0110/multi-wire-splice-red-d-436-0110 Aerodon

I quickly looked at the chart on a 252, and it could use 50% more runway at 8000'. Think of it like this, the airplane needs to get to a certain IAS. At 8000' the TAS will be higher. Therefore the ground speed will be higher. I learned to fly at 5500' elevation, and often saw 8000' density altitudes. When I flew to sea level destinations, I could not believe how slow the landings felt, and had to pay attention and believe the airspeed indicator. Aerodon

The shop that painted it was also the dealer. Now there is an Alberta dealer (the owners home province) and the plane has been pushed outside of dealer #1's hangar. I would be OK with scanned copies of previous logbooks, but it is easier to intentionally delete a page. Yes, my last experience with a dealer in Colorado was excellent - he chased down proper answers to all the questions I had, even tracking down previous owners and maintenance guys to ask about stuff. It's a hard plane to sell in Canada, there are not as many buyers that are wealthy enough, and not as many pilots as appreciative of a Mooney's capabilities. Yet given the distances and altitudes we need to fly, it should be easy. I see C172 prices going through the roof, they are being snapped up by the flying schools worldwide. So a matter of time before the more capable planes also become more valuable. Aerodon

It's a dealer selling it, it's currently at CYCW, and he can deliver to KBLI on a Canadian registration. You can get a broker to pre-clear the customs for a small fee, makes CBP much happier knowing that someone else has taken care and approved the import. The dealer can mask over the registration after landing and commence the de-registration process. You get a maintenance shop to do a fresh annual and get the plane ready for a DER inspector, who will issue the new CoA, one it is registered in your name. The big 'gotcha' is figuring out the point of change of ownership and change of funds. I got a little caught out last time when the escrow agent wouldn't release funds on delivery, and waited until reregistration. I was annoyed, because this was not what the sales agreement said. But it all worked out. I think the other thread said the early logbooks were missing? I have a hangar at CYCW, have seen the plane, know all the local guys, know the paint shop etc. I can help with the transaction if you want? Don

I'm going the 'OPP' route, have several of these blanks to experiment bending... Aerodon