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Let’s do it! I used to be on the NJ flyer that 201er would send out for meet ups and events but haven’t seen anything since covid. I’m looking to get more missions for the Mooney and get off the joystick in that Airbus.

Figured I would dust off the cobwebs on this thread. Still own the old girl. Many avionics updates, fuel tank reseals and everything in between. 380 hours logged now since this thread started. The biggest question everyone was always worried about and asking….”is it still the same original engine? Yes. Top end was overhauled as a precaution a few years ago. However, No metal. And SOAP sheets are looking good still to their day. Flew her into Sun N Fun this past week for the first time. What a great product we all have and get to play with! #teammooney Will post some before and current pics of the panel. Thanks for following along. before: After:

Is the electric trim servo still available? I am interested for my 201J

Is the electric trim system still available on this airplane?

Garmin GNS530 for sale. Unit is in pristine condition with only 250 hours in use. Updated to the latest software. Comes with tray. Part # 011-00550-19 Comes with NAVDATA card. $4750 OBO. Shipping included. Located In MD

Any update from Oshkosh?

With a fresh top and flying regularly with being on a SOAP. No worries. Your loss.

https://www.trade-a-plane.com/search?category_level1=Single+Engine+Piston&make=MOONEY&model=M20J+201&listing_id=2396284&s-type=aircraft

Welcome to Delmarva. I am based in CGE (fly in to Kays restaurant right in the terminal building for good food). I was born and raised in the area and have 80 hours+- in a 201J that I purchased last year. There is a thread on here called "Resurrecting a J" that you might want to check out? I am signed up with the NJ Mooney email and its a great source for fly-ins and local events. FYI, I hear there is a party at the west T's in ILG on the 20th of this month. Can someone confirm? I am in ILG alot due to work in a Lear45 based there. If you need a Flight review or IPC sign off, I can help you out. @N6758N is at ILG and a good guy and flies a beechjet. Good guy to know for mechanical questions. I have met @Marauder in person and is very knowledgeable about electronics and Mooney. Airmods is a short hop away in N87 and the best MSC around. There is a good group of guys nearby. You shouldn't have any issues. I haven't met @Danb or @MICKEY yet. Who else is in ILG on here? I see Mooneys in and out often.

I had looked at this exact airplane previously! I am based just south of KESN in KCGE. Awesome job on the restoration

I have flown my mooney to an avionics shop and a maintenance shop with requests to look into my autopilot. Neither place would touch it or attempt to troubleshoot it

3 weeks later now..... it didn't happen

I realize this is my old thread and I got the supplement data needed at this time. However, I was mistaken and stated I have the P3B. I actually have the P3A system installed in my aircraft and have never seen the altitude hold work yet! When I turn on the "Master" switch, The trim window points "trim down" immediately. No sound coming from the aft compartment either of any motor running. After getting the airplane into the air, in straight and level trimmed flight, I turn the "Altitude hold" switch on. I get the steady green light. (I read the flashing green light meant it would need trimming) But there is no action and the aircraft will deviate from its altitude. Any clues to what is going on? Id like to salvage this system if I can.

I actually plan on keeping this airplane for a while. I cannot find a faster machine for the cost anywhere. I will not throw money into the pit either. Just want to make this a good IFR platform for myself. I have these few items such as WAAS upgrade to the 530 that I need to get to achieve my mission's capabilities. If I need to spend 6-8K between WAAS, software update, ADS-B etc. I wanted to see how far off I am if to just spend another 4-5k and get the big 750 that takes care of pretty much everything. Now the Lynx is super awesome but wouldn't the GTN750 give me traffic as well as ADS-B &WAAS? I don't see why I would get something that nice if I can already get traffic. I saw a few posts directing me to the EDM-900. Yes that is a sweet monitor. Yes my instruments are 40 years old. However, Now I would have to be out more $$ for someone to redesign my entire panel and gut pretty much everything. Plus I already have a blank spot for the 830 to fit into. I really do appreciate everyone 's input. I had no clue the GTN750 could be voice commanded. AWESOME!

Awesome feedback. This is exactly what I am looking for. I have not been able to play with the 750 so that is new territory to me. Hence why I’m asking here. That will be about 15-20k once everything is sold and/or traded up.

So 2018 has been fun but burned my wallet thin. With the initial purchase of the aircraft and getting her back to airworthy status, my 2018 budget is GONE! 2019 is fast approaching. So here is what I'm up against for the J. I want/need: ADS-B (GDL82) for my GTX327, WAAS upgrade for my G530, and engine monitoring system ( looking at the JPI 830). Sarasota Avionics has a sweet trade up program currently ongoing. http://sarasotaavionics.com/gtn-upgrade-promotion So my question, is it better to upgrade current GPS to WAAS, buy and install JPI 830, and go with the in line ADS-B out. Or to upgrade to the GTN750 and have everything remotely installed. price and practicability wise im sort of up in the air on this thought as it seems the 750 will still be considerably more. Sidenote: I may have to upgrade the Autopilot as well. Have my eye on Trutrak

My disks say ‘76 on them. Gear tolerances check within limits. We still going flying.

Where are you based at? Location? What services do you offer? Details?

UPDATE: A few breakfast and lunch runs, a trip to Myrtle Beach and Florida and finally had accumulated 30 hours on the oil. I nervously sent in the first oil sample to Blackstone Labs. (awesome company) The report came back as a few areas were slightly higher than average but as expected from the cylinder #2 overhaul! Engine from 1977 and she still purrs happy and strong. Developed a small weep in the left wing that my IA and I will tackle this fall with a patch. No other squawks to speak of. What a blast a Mooney is to fly. #Mooneyspeed Thanks to everyone on Mooneyspace for all the threads and knowledge to help with this resurrection.

I don’t feel like cluttering up the page with another thread, but since cowl flaps are mentioned here, does anyone know where I can get the quick coupler for the cowl flap. My spring flew off and I’ll never find it. I’ve looked in the Mooney parts manual and didn’t find an actual part # for one. Can anyone assist?

Chatted with my IA tonight. He said it was checked out and lubricated

No I don’t believe it did. (Manual) Trim system seems to run smoothly.

Jack screw? Please elaborate some

You mean to tell me we have other guys on here that fly lears and own Mooney’s?! Based in ILG too?! Sweet! Its a Lear 45 being managed by FlyAdvanced.

@Marauder it was a pleasure meeting you and your wife as well. Thank you for the kind words. Looking forward to seeing your plane and flying with the other guys someday. @DXB I’m based out of CGE. Work out of ILG on the Lear. Looking forward to meeting you as well.