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I will definitely pursue some kind of resolution from lycoming. New cranks are very difficult to find nowadays. Even yellow tagged ones are hard to find.

The engine started making metal.

It was deemed un-airworthy by the repair shop inspecting the crank. They based their decision on Lycoming SB 475C figure 7.

Ok. So I got a response from Lycoming. The crank shaft area in question was a hardness test conducted at the factory. Most likely during manufacturing. The crank shaft is deemed un-airworthy. That means I’m in the market for a LW-17222. Any leads are greatly appreciated.

Original engine logs have NO evidence of an engine damage repair ever done. Low time airframe and engine is factual. This Mooney sat and sat. So “anything is possible”. I have contacted Lycoming and informed them of the findings. Waiting for response. I have been told by others that the holes on the crank are consistent with a metal hardness test, usually performed at the factory.

I have reached out to Lycoming. I will post their response once received. Thanks for all the inputs. All good recs.

This is a first run engine. Never been overhauled before.

So the engine in question is a 1983 io360A3B6D. It is in being overhauled by a reputable shop. I was just informed that the crank shaft was rejected during inspection. The reason given “Improper repair” most likely by the factory, Lycoming. Has anyone seen this before? Reason for the holes? Any recommendations for were I might be able to find a replacement crank? Thanks in advance.

I’ll look it up. The one on the link is for pre J model Mooneys.

Can anyone suggest where I may acquire a 1983 M20J muffler clamp? Mine appears to have departed the ac somewhere. I have reached out to Lasar but no dice. This is for the metal ring that attaches the exhaust pipe to the rubber hanger.

Still searching for a shop. PJ Aircraft was supposed to install but Phil has retired since.

Recently installed a JPI 900 in my 1983 M20J. Need recommendations for Florida shop that can install the CIES fuel senders. If you've recently undergone this installation, please include installation hrs/cost. Thanks

Phil is your best go to IA. Out of Avon Park.

Altitude is your friend. Gain it as fast as you can. Specially in densely populated surroundings.

I sent this shop a couple of emails yesterday and no response. Not sure if he's busy or failed to check his email. Will try again next week.