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Damn good catch... wow... How did the cam/lifter set look? -Don

David, @Sabremech, installed one on his C I’m buying. He can probably guide you. It was installed on the left mag side... -Don

Same one I believe... -Don

https://www.controller.com/listing/for-sale/194444325/1961-mooney-m20b-piston-single-aircraft That is a hefty price for a B... -Don

That is who I bought mine from.. David says it works great! -Don

Well Jeppesen did me a solid today! Since 2652W still has a working GX60 and I want to finish my IFR training in her, I was able to get a subscription until the sunset (December) for $141! Now, a 1 time update is $154 so with basically August-December left, that was nice! I could have paid $460 for the year subscription but Jeppesen prorated it for me. Gotta give them props for that! -Don

That would be a steal today... -Don

Found this: https://www.grizzlyairservice.com/mooney-m20f -Don

You mean the 'air bus'? ;o) -Don

David has her started up! She's been pickled while David was working the gen 2 cowling and, now after 2 blade turns, fired right up! SureFly appears to really help starting... Here are a few more pics -- Garmin is now installed: -Don

Pics after the fact? amazing job getting her down! -Don

Have you tried this?

Ok, its that time... -Don

Geez, I’m turning that off so no-one can see my flight path :o) -Don

Like the Cozy and other Canopy types... -Don

Ah.. that makes more sense ;o) My B was like that (380 prop factory overhaul) low time (3800 hrs) VFR and good radios/ABS-B. new windshield, PC wing leveler... may find something similar for under $50k — mine - with updates I added - was $40k They’re out there but sell very fast... -Don

Boy, that hurts for sure... I’m sure there is a future for that one... What’s next for you? -Don

Are you an AP/IA? Home built would still require an AP/IA sign off or the original owner (who built the plane) would need to do it for annuals. You’d be better as far as equipment options (home built) - not sure if you as the owner (not builder) could still install/wire things up. EAA would help there. top E’s and Cs won’t be under $50k — Bob Belville’s sold for $110k - and it was really a top of the line plane.. -Don

Congrats! Nice bird indeed... -Don

Not for this one, it’s a 337. David ‘might’ try for an STC. Since these have been done, you could do a 337... -Don

Shakespear ;o) -Don

Anthony covered quite a bit. If you read about my first Mooney (B) you’ll note it was a very well maintained one — 380 hrs on factory engine and prop, 1 year out from a Don Maxwell extensive annual, no corrosion, interior in great shape, was VFR but had a good panel and I updated the avionics and windshield. She was very solid. Easy first annual. Then the engine out — so you never know - even when it all looks good on paper. This one from David has more hrs and is getting some nice upgrades. Knowing David has made this an easier choice. We both did a through inspection (David is an AP/IA FAA/PMA) so that helps since I trust him. Not everyone can find that but, finding a plane that has close to what you want is the goal — and once you find it act - make part of the purchase a PPI (pre purchase inspection). Have them ck the big thing first and if those are ok, then do the rest. Don’t forget the title search with NO LIENS - can't stress this enough as this can be a real downer and YOU will be responsible for paying that if you buy the plane (if its not a 'paper work' error)! Make this a condition of your purchase -- protect yourself. I use AOPA's full title search service since I'm a member -- and got all the STCs etc's with it. The transition training is very important. I’d expect insurance to require 25 hrs dual, 10 solo. Make sure to get you complex sign-off (if you don’t have it) while transition training. If you’ve flown C’s (Cessna) and P’s (Pipers), the Mooney is a bit different (especially if you get the J-Bar), stall is definitely different, but I’ve found it to be welcoming to fly - manage speeds for landing and it will be perfect. Expect ‘stiffer’ control feels since there are tubes vs wire for controls. This is my 4th plane I’ve owned (2 Mooneys with David’s ) and the Mooney was always my dream plane... Follow Anthony’s list will get you there... -Don

Yep! Once I get flying her a bit and get my IR, I'll update to the GNC 355 (going to use the GX60 right now for the IR ticket since it also has ILS/GS with the KX 155). After that, we'll see about what comes next ;o) Gen 2 Sabremech cowling will have to wait until the FAA helps David out... Can’t wait to see the front and back seats in! -Don

Next round of updates: David has updated the baffles and did paint the spinner and gaps seals for the wings. Also began the install of the gen 1 Sabremech cowling until he can get the FAA to work though Gen 2. Interior is getting the 'new treatment too: seat covers in progress (David's Dad is doing these): Going to look awesome! -Don

Got mine! Thanks! -Don