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With a new set of avionics, I'm finding I need to spend some time in the hangar with everything running in order to perform updates, download data, figure out which buttons do what, etc. I've read the previous threads on power supplies, but am not completely sure I know which ones to pick. I've identified two possibilities, see links below. Thoughts? Is the noise offset function needed/useful? https://www.amazon.com/TekPower-Analog-Display-TP30SWI-Switching/dp/B01MQ2PGYO/ref=pd_cp_23_2/178-8363182-2771543?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01MQ2PGYO&pd_rd_r=da7b4289-486f-4bf8-a111-69fd2c8a3378&pd_rd_w=zUe5e&pd_rd_wg=4sFw1&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=DGF2GJHNMYGGWCK0Y5A1&psc=1&refRID=DGF2GJHNMYGGWCK0Y5A1 https://www.amazon.com/Desktop-Converter-Vehicle-Cigarette-Lighter/dp/B07PBXKLGM/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=12%2Bvolt%2Bpower%2Bsupply%2B12%2Bamp&qid=1569199200&s=electronics&sr=1-2&th=1

So it's taken a while, but it seems like the issue was the flexible lines to the brakes. It appears the lining collapsed, which trapped a small amount of pressure in the caliper; just enough to make life difficult trying to push the plane back into the hangar. So far so good, anyway. We'll see if the issue reappears, but for now it looks like this was it.

Thanks all, this is great advice. The shop that did the major overhaul for the previous owner didn't do a great job, and I've been removing ty-wraps as I go along. These are some of the last ones left.

Ah, this is making sense now. I'm breaking in overhauled cylinders, so am running very rich to keep temps down, which explains why I'm seeing fuel drip from the induction drain. Just to be sure, is there a good reference for doing a leakdown test on the mechanical pump? Is this just tracking pressure after shutdown to see how long it holds? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks, that helps. I'll keep an eye on it and see if it gets any worse. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just got my J back from a top overhaul, and noticed a couple of fuel drips from a tube that exits the pilot side cowl flaps (picture below). What are the possible sources? I was thinking the fuel pump, but want to know what else it might be, and how to isolate it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks! See discussion earlier in this thread; can't connect 2 nav sources to the G3x when using a non garmin autopilot. They may be working on a change to the stc to allow this, but I wasn't going to hold my breath. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

You've got to draw the line somewhere. I couldn't justify the extra $15k, especially with the STEC30 performing so well.

Picked up my plane this week. Soooooooo happy with it.

The name of the town is Au Gres, on Saginaw bay. Ice cream place is Zaner's. Closest GA airport would be 6D9. They had an airport right in Au Gres, but it closed in the 80's. Some digging shows that you can get Mooney's ice cream in Saginaw as well, HYX looks like a good option, though I've never been.

That was taken in a small Michigan town; I'll check and see how widely distributed Mooney's ice cream is. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The only place a true Mooney pilot can go for a treat Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Update - I ended up using one of the plastic automotive clips. Seems to work well, but I don't think you can remove and replace too many times. Like maybe none. That should be fine, since this is an accent piece that you really don't ever need to remove. The holes had gotten a bit oblong, so I filled them in with a repair kit from Plane Plastics, then redrilled the holes. I'll post some photos of the interior when it's all done.

I'll stop by one tomorrow and check. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

They are metal. I have enough good ones for all the armrests, so I'll only need the plastic ones for the accent panels (the long wavy trim pieces just below the windows). Not sure what caused the metal ones to break, but it looks like previous owners had trouble keeping them in. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm going to try some of the plastic alternatives available online; if they don't work I may be looking to take your clips off your hands! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hard to tell, but the ones from Summit might just work. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I don't have my parts manual handy either; will check it Monday. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm finally wrapping up my interior redo in conjunction with a panel upgrade, and am in the middle of reupholstering the accent pieces that attach to the plastic interior panels of my J. They are held in with spring clips (or spring rivets, or keyhole rivets, or ?????). Several of them are broken, and I'm trying to source replacements but haven't had any luck. See photo for example. Has anyone found a source for these before? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Needed to model an elastomeric seal that wasn't ( sealing, that is). Strains weren't extreme, so didn't need to get too exotic. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Quite the timely topic; I was digging into the Mooney-Rivlin material models just last week. Eventually went Neo-Hookian.

Another update: Have been in direct contact with Garmin about the availability issues, and they are being very proactive. They have coordinated with my shop to make sure items on the critical path get higher priority such that my installation will not be delayed due to parts availability. Still working through the issues regarding limited navigator connectivity when installed with a non-garmin autopilot. We have a solution, but it's contradicted by language in the install manual. Hopefully this gets resolved soon. I've been quite impressed with Garmin's customer service.

Found it. It's in the Part 23 AML STC Maintenance Manual. (190-02472-02_02.pdf). Note 6 under figure 2-11, on page 16 "If a non-Garmin autopilot is installed, only one external navigator (GPS and/or VHF) can be connected to G3X. A second navigator, if installed, must use a dedicated CDI and cannot interface to G3X." So if you're using a GNX375, and want to fly an ILS, you're hosed even if you have a garmin nav radio also installed.

You would think, but apparently the STC does not allow it. My limited understanding is that the GNX375, SL-30, and STEC all go through the GAD29B. I'll try to find the document from garmin that states this.