randy9101

I thought My M20k was getting hard to start and had tried everything from hot start procedures to the proposition of flooding the engine.. I just completed the annual and after replacing massive spark plugs the mechanic asked if I was having engine start issues. He checked it several times and found that after push start, turning the key slightly counter clockwise or to the left, the engine would easily start. The implication is the ignition switch is worn and the ignition circuit was not hot during the push sequence. Is there a specific ignition switch part number for the M20k or would a generic aircraft spruce left right push to start work? Thanks in advance for your replies.

My aux pump is leaking at the seal. I've heard you can go to Aircraft Accessories for a $1400 rebuild, or look at Weldon referenced at $1200 from Spruce, or talk with Aero Motors LLC from WI. I called Aero Motors and they have a flat rate of $400. They referenced that most of the rebuilt Dukes have a 50% failure rate out of the box due to the seal. I asked "Ole" from Aero Motors what made their work different. He said that the replace the o-ring with a lip seal and replace many of the other Dukes parts during their overhaul process. Has any other Mooney members had prior/good experience with Aero Motors?? Thanks, Randy