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Wonder why you can’t do an overhaul directly with the manufacturer? I had to do a OH on a wooden prop that developed a groove after rubbing a cotter pin. They sent that back along with the paperwork/logs as if it were new. Maybe too much headache to worry with that though.

Did not really need it but bought one anyway. Also bought the cigarette lighter plug, along with 2 dewalt batteries and an adapter. Both power supplies work well. Starlink worked wonderfully this past week at 9500ft and 200kts ground speed. Only problem is my wife kept fussing (not really) telling me to quit checking my eBay Lol. I imagine in a few years it will be the size of a phone with rechargeable battery. Amazing technology. IMHO.

Flying the j3 and sport cub has really rehashed my love for flying. 63 hrs tail wheel time in the last 12 months. Still like to go fast but there is something visceral about low and slow. Cheap fun too!

That E , probably not too bad at that price. Probably the mods cost more than asking.

Had a gfc500 in a F model. Worked outstanding. Not sure what you need to run it though. I had a g3x and a 275 and the 650. Not sure which one “runs” it though.

I loved to read those when I was searching for a Mooney

I suppose this may not apply, but my 550tn states need to be at least 100 rop, or 50 lop. I usually fall around 75 lop, at 15 gph-ish. That is wot 2450 rpm, and she moves. I really have never checked the rop speed numbers. LOP is 175 tas ,so I am good with that.

Nice! Similar incoming on my panel. 2 g3x and adding a 650 , w/ audio and transponder remote mount. Also gfc500, Around $ 90k . Geesh. The last panel upgrade I did , did yield full cost at sell, silver linings I suppose.

Already have the deposit placed and am looking at roughly a $96k install in my 1982 Bonanza. 1991 seems like a new plane to me.

Anyone explain why I don’t see an audio panel or transponder?

https://aircraftforsale.com/aircraft/single-engine-piston/mooney/m20/m20r-ovation-ovation-2/68090f34-ffd3-444c-86c0-cd3b0844fece

13 days at Asheboro NC for me. He did what I consider a very good job.

Instructor! Really no reason not to have some piece of mind in case something does go wrong!

My previous M20f w/ G3x showed airspeed increase during run up.

That is correct. I think it is the youngest v-tail flying. Also FWIW, it was John Deakin’s plane at one time. He wrote about taking it to 27k feet in ‘pelicans perch’.

Bonanza. V-tail. $260k Hull. 50 years old 522 hours, no IFR. No accidents. $6900/year

Mooney forum so you are going to get a lot of suggestions in favor of the Mooney. Probably good advice. IMO , The F may be the best “value “in the fleet. Plenty fast at 150kts TAS, typically has more payload as well. Mine had 650lbs payload + 64 gallons of fuel, and I couldn’t seem to get it out of balance. Usually considerably cheaper than a J or later. I would find the nicest I could find up front, even if costs a little more, and you likely will save in the long run. Enjoy the hunt.

J model,low time airframe , newer year model, new paint, New engine and prop= Heck of a deal on this plane, IMHO. For those of you in the market, better take a look here.

I usually give the 4 staff members a little cash at the holidays. They seem to really appreciate it. ‘Mechanics each get a $50 bottle of booze as I pay them plenty thru the year.

No way I would consider this if I wanted to fly in next 12 months. Or more maybe. You likely can find one current, that would cost less than the sum of your parts, time, and labor. Probably a lot less. ‘Good luck with your journey!

No way I can afford $5k for that. ‘I did my Bonanza myself, took about 6 hrs, probably not a “professional “ job but still looks great. ‘I used this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CNMTF8M?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 Be aware though, a little goes a long way. FWIW does help with bug removal and I clean after every flight with : https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Hybrid-Ceramic-Detailer-Contaminants/dp/B085751KTJ/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2IDWYJ1PFJNYR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.m54Auii6uiWK_KHCL1H-xL2N6BQaN4g2-3RelEaXVJtsi8g0zORi8lBp75AvPueTHxJ148MdRaRWXJNYMtfbWAnVT7mp5OeIsd1jx1_jBlahdCDU9PqGCj7vO58qAzn-xeroV3lKBrFLz87Khv3Knamz0MDH-9pBKV593w-d9TLsoTgDGX9V43OXumX-ug4ExPJiyQ0mViOl8ATLuuY6VKn47-iPFdNHBxqyODSuQ6g3V7_T-HLYDukmyX3YGX325cRSy2Qod-_S-qF8WRt6OQwRQvnNa4Vhmg8S6y4fDX4.J8MzcfT0kIiEzq35paH4nJbCnpami_vSecVpne9ht3w&dib_tag=se&keywords=mcguire+ceramic&qid=1733379798&sprefix=mcguire+cer%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-9

I’d call Lake Norman. Ron M. Has a Mooney and use to work with Lynn at AGL. Not sure if he is a A&P though. But Maybe they can guide you. They did my annual this year. Very knowledgeable.

Only once when I didn’t say my tail # after repeating what they said. Wasn’t bad, but did open my eyes to the need for that procedure.

I used this. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CNMTF8M?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title A little goes a long way!Then I maintain after each flight with https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Hybrid-Ceramic-Wax-Shine/dp/B08XSFKC4H/ref=sr_1_6?crid=34GMTEFWB2ITC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.m54Auii6uiWK_KHCL1H-xH9qn1pJV0oXOaJ4BfBD9r8KaaHkvQQShHo5q0H5Oy0hy7CuIu8BUSGs1jHKvk5bpqAcUsbQXMhM5zVV3ZoSx9OCu4WPvTq8JEd93oT7BJCOfvnT_qyvKWszdz5puLTJBIugs8adF1zXSWoDigW2xe6QblOj66pBbDEtqW2awdbeHTvGF3S_bm5UfITJQNRWr0StGG2XKamAPtBojJgdYKibcKIQB6T8qp0k9rWnOC7qSXojPy-oJ4Pi7C6K71cjdubAgl-0jd9vQmKu2RMNfag.vxup1BVf0muHQCMpXEpNmyhVDnbEEWbpOhi0IGVBcEs&dib_tag=se&keywords=meguiars+ceramic+hybrid+wax&qid=1727930006&sprefix=McGuire+ceramic%2Caps%2C327&sr=8-6 makes so much easier to keep clean.

You guys are doing great work. We were hit hard, but not near as hard as as close as 15 miles north/west. We did get power back today. KMRN and NC27 are also organizing and moving supplies westerly. In case anyone wants to contact them .From the club email yesterday:The NC27 relief effort is very active. Anyone interested in flying or donating supplies to the Helene affected areas in western NC, please contact John Carlton at 304-543-2726 or Ben Proffit at 828-292-5829.