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TheAv8r

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  1. I just used AWI for my exhaust overhaul and though we haven't installed it yet, the work seems quality. They have a good reputation and were great at communicating.
  2. Thanks, that Texas Air one has 2 bolts on either side, mine is a continuous clamp all the way around with 1 bolt that goes through to hold tension against the tailpipe. I agree a welder making a replacement is the best option, I'll run by a shop and see what they can do.
  3. The clamp that holds the tailpipe on my 1965 Mooney M20E has snapped clean through the metal. Looking at the parts catalog, this is part 630089-000 (#16 in this diagram). Not having any luck searching around online, I've emailed LASAR but figured I'd ask here if anyone has one? Worst case scenario I can see if a welder can repair it, but I'm not optimistic.
  4. +1 . I also used it as the chance to put in all new cables, as my plane had the original cables. If you're doing that, then it's basically the same cost either way.
  5. Congrats! That panel is very cleanly laid out and love-love that you went with a 1-piece panel, really gives it a modern look.
  6. @nevadabandit I have an M20E tach from my 1965 M20E I removed when I put a JPI 930 in. It was working fine when removed, we didn't have any issues with it. I'll cut you a deal on it if you'd like to snag it.
  7. No worries . Thanks for the reply! I'll order one off the website soon.
  8. Looking to pick up one of these for my E, are you still offering a Mooneyspace special? @takair
  9. I think they’re out now. Someone on Facebook was looking for one and said they had called them already.
  10. You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. Chandler Aviation had a new one in stock and are sending it out to me today. Thank you for the suggestion!
  11. I always have a hard time getting anything out of DMax, every time I call, they just take my information down and say they'll call me back and they never do. I'll try Chandler though, thanks for the suggestion Yeah, I read that one and had the same reaction... I also told LASAR that it's astounding a part that could literally cause engine failures is almost impossible to get forcing owners to resort to other methods so planes aren't grounded for years, Mooney needs to get that corrected.
  12. Well, it looks like it's my turn to join the queue asking... I need the 200hp one for my E model. Currently starting an engine overhaul and mine has at least 3 tears. I've already been in touch with LASAR and they don't have any and aren't expecting any any-time soon, they said it took Mooney 1.5 years to make the last run. Anyone have an M20E intake duct?
  13. E/F/J really comes down to - how many people are you flying with and what's your budget? J is the fastest of the 3 on the same engine, but it's also the most expensive of the 3. The E is faster than the F, but the F has a bigger baggage compartment and more legroom in the rear seats. So if you're planning to regularly fly with 3 people, you might consider the F or J. If you're probably only going to fly with 1 or 2 95% of the time, then that extra legroom is just slowing you down. The E is the nimblest and fastest of the short-bodies thanks to the 200hp IO-360. It's fast and efficient, I can do 142kts TAS at 65% power burning 7.8gph. I can speed it up to 155kts TAS at 11.5gph at 75% power. For my wife and I, it's the perfect XC machine for us. If I had a family of 4, it would be too small. A J would be great, but it would be about double the cost of what I bought my E for and only give me 5-7 knots more.
  14. There's a pretty good shop up at CXO - https://www.aviationxai.com/ . I have a friend who had them do some yoke and glareshield work and it was very well done. Of course, shameless plug for AeroComfort at SAT, which is not much of a flight from Houston. They're definitely the market leaders, but think you have to book out a year in advance right now. You can take a look at my seats (pic below) for a sample of their craftmanship.
  15. I went with the JPI 930. The 900/275 really comes down to if you don't want to cut a new panel and just put it in an existing hole and/or if you're not concerned with legibility. The 930 is really sweet, I wavered back and forth between the 930 and the 900, but seeing both at SNF a few years back sold me on the 930, I found it WAY more legibile than the super tiny numbers on the 900 (trying to cram too much in there). The 930 has very high legibility, and it's so nice seeing everything cleanly laid out. If you want everything on the left side of the panel, then the 275/900 may be a better option. Panel pic:
  16. I've had 2 almost hits with a drone, one at 5500 and the other at 7500. Both whizzed under my wing and missed me by about 20 feet. I reported both to ATC who warned other operators in the area. I could barely see either until it was right by my wing
  17. They don’t list the parts at all. They have doghouse parts but nothing that matches the P/N from mine. I have not called them yet but in the past when I’ve called and the part wasn’t listed on their website they’ve told me they didn’t have it.
  18. Reviving this topic... my 1965 M20E doghouse is falling apart. Cracks all over the place, holes, etc. I'd like to just start over with new, I checked out LASAR which had a ton of baffling parts thinking oh sweet, they have a lot I bet they have... nope, not a single one of my P/N from the Mooney catalog. I reached out to Airforms mentioned earlier in this thread and they say they only make it for the J and would not make one for my M20E. Anyone have any new sources in the last 5 years?
  19. An M20C will do around 140 knots reliably. This can vary a bit depending on speed mods and how you run it, but I wouldn't plan on too much over 140.
  20. Yeah, we made it more straight and matched the pilot's side angle vs. the other side of the panel.
  21. Huh, I have a dual G5 flat panel and we didn’t have any issues with the calibration. I think yours is leaned back though and on mine we made it flat and straight all the way across.
  22. +1, see mine I just had done here - I had to wait 13 months. Hector was on time and on budget. The work was phenomenal, it's worth it.
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