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@Bens Motorworks,

That is great to hear, Ben. Sounds like it was a bit of a hassle, but good to know things worked out in the end and you got what you were looking for!

Take care,

-Sia

I'm sorry about that, @Bens Motorworks. It doesn't feel good to be impersonated by a scammer, either.

Stay safe and take care.

@Bens Motorworks,

I am very sorry to hear that! But I agree, it does sound like there is some scamming going on here. Unfortunately it happens more than it should.

Who is Samuel Jolly? Is he a Mooneyspace member?

Thanks for the poke, @carusoam!

Hi Ben, unfortunately I've sold everything in the listing. Looks like I failed to circle back and update the post. Will do that now.

Good luck on your search.  Seems like when I was selling, I checked on ebay to see what they were going for and I did see some activity on ebay. So if you have not already, you might check there, too.

Everything here served me well for the last 3 years until removed for a panel upgrade in August. No known issues other than those mentioned in the in the notes below.

Prefer to sell as a package, but will consider individual items. Make offer.

For others who may run into this issue, in my case it was a bad diode. It was replaced with a 1N4001 and all is working perfectly now.

Thanks for all the help!

@DanM20C,

Using the schematic you provided (thanks!) and a multimeter, it looks like my D14 diode is shot (not passing voltage in either direction). The other diodes I tested are passing voltage in one direction.

Does anyone know if this diode can be replaced with a standard 1N4001?

-Sia

Thanks much, @carusoam and @DanM20C!

As was said, Mooneyspace is full of amazing people!

-Sia

Hi Folks,

running into a related issue and wondering if I can get hands on the schematic.
 

-1970 M20E

-All lights operating normally

-But push to test does not illuminate any of them

-Rheostat operates all of the regular panel lights normally

Hoping for a schematic to troubleshoot the board and switch. 
 

Also open to any other suggestions. Image below. 

Many Thanks!

Great video showing the use of a Dynon HDX from pre-flight to landing! 

Thanks for sharing!

This one is a beaut!

https://www.controller.com/listings/aircraft/for-sale/190417029/1976-mooney-m20c

Is the seller on Mooneyspace?

This is what my E wants to look like when she grows up :-)

I just discovered this discontinuance a few days ago, too. I used the graphical ceiling imagery all the time...sorry to see it go.

As was mentioned above, windy.com (and especially, their ios app) seem to work as a decent replacement for several days-out ceiling forecasts. It did take me a few minutes to figure out how the app works. But seems to work pretty well. 

I use a a usb adapter exactly like that to access sd cards on my windows computer. Works perfectly.

I have a copy of the maintenance manual, flight manual supplement, and brochure, but not the install manual.  Message me if you want a copy of anything I have.

-Sia

Parker was super helpful when it came time to renew this year. Switched to his agency and am happy with my choice.

Had one installed during my Avidyne install last month.  Bought for backup ai, as I’m doing my instrument rating currently and want a backup. Ai and timers work great. 

6 hours ago, MBDiagMan said:

I bought a yuasa with lithium battery about two years ago and have been very pleased.

Ditto. Yaesu a couple of years ago and has held up very well. Solid, functional. 

1) yes on the pictures. Bring it. 

2) I have a similar slight hill and lip right at the threshold of my hangar. Tried to get it in on my own, but was unable. So bought a sidewinder and love it. 

I’m equipped. I had an ifd540 w/ axp322 installed a few weeks ago.  Feels good to finally have IFR GPS in the cockpit and the benefit of ads-b out to boot. 

@Gary0747, there are a number of reports here and elsewhere of problems with the AoA function of the AV-20S. I've heard about a potential firmware/software upgrade that may address the issue, but nothing confirmed that I know of.

That said, I still decided to include one along with my current ADS-B and GPS install, mainly as backup for the primary vacuum AI.  I should have my plane back from the avionics shop in the next couple of weeks.  Will be sharing my results.

If the AoA works reliably, then I consider it bonus gravy on top of the AI, since so far, I haven't heard anyone reporting that the AoA is working as hoped/expected on these units.

I’m 6’. My wife and I fly with our 16yo 6’ son in the back regularly, and space is not an issue, for any of us.

We love our E. I can confirm the ‘fast off the runway’ comments. Great combination of airframe and power plant. Highly recommended! 

On 7/10/2019 at 11:01 PM, Jesse Saint said:

I’m selling the IFD540 right now for $12,500, and it does include an AXP322 ads-b out transponder and gps antenna. The Skytrax 100B is $2,000 added to that. 

If budget is really tight, I have a used 540 newly updated by Avidyne for $9,000 with antenna, but no AXP322. I could throw in a new lynx with he used IFD for $4,000. 

A G5 HSI would also be a winner option, especially since you need an indicator anyway. 

Thanks for the offer, Jesse. But the equipment has already been ordered.

I’m curious, though, about what you said about the HSI and indicator. Will my Century NSD-360A not do the job?

@EricJ, thanks for the input. I'd love to add a G5 to my setup, but glass is going to have to wait for round two, unless my HSI fails or needs an overhaul before then.

I don't have an autopilot, either (other than the PC wing leveler, which works flawlessly). AP is going to have to be in round two as well. 

@McMooney. Dang, just when I thought it was unanimous to remove the DME.  

I do think I'll end up removing it. A few less instrument connections, shed a couple pounds of weight, simplify the panel. Vs probably using it a handful of times ever.

Spoke to the shop today. Equipment is getting ordered over the next couple of days.  Dropping her off for the upgrade at the end of July. 

I tell you, though, with an IFD540, G2, AV-20, and PMA450B going into my mostly original panel, it's probably going to take me a year to get proficient with everything! 

Thanks @Vno and @Ragsf15e. I'm getting the same guidance from other sources, too. I'm planning to retire the DME.