DCarlton
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Spalling due to? Corrosion?
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I'm no expert but a 7% difference between the left and right side doesn't sound like much. It'll be interesting to see what the engine experts say.
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SIGMATEK 5000B-36 ATTITUDE INDICATOR $250.00
DCarlton posted a topic in Avionics / Parts Classifieds
Working when removed in 2024 for panel upgrade. Still has the Sigmatek seal and production stamp from 2008. Recommend bench testing or overhaul before installation. Returns accepted. $250.
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on the inside edge of the plastic trim that goes around the windows (against the plexiglass). it closes the gap and makes it look a little better finished.
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Plane Plastics calls it "Window Beading" but it looks like they only have beige. Perhaps searching that term.
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I think the problem now is the budget and wait time required for an IO-550 overhaul. Sounds like you're up in the 75-80K range by the time you're finished. I haven't studied the issue but it sounds like Continentals are taking a long time too.
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It's the "hassle of selling" plus the sales taxes that go down the drain and increased property taxes forever that always stops me from making a move... yet I keep looking. The ones that tempt me are the Missiles that have been looking for a new owner for so long. They deserve a good home.
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A gent used to park next to me that flew a polished C or E (don't remember) that flew pipeline or power line patrol weekly. He flew between Carlsbad CA and El Paso down low. Never asked how many hours he had on the airplane but it got a serious work out.
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I used to think it matters, but now that my plane has 5000 hours and the age of the population is increasing I don't care much. Now if I saw a plane with 10,000 hours, I would assume it had been used for training and I'd probably look elsewhere.
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Back in 2015-2016 it was $32K for me total for an IO360 including R&R and a firewall forward refresh. Guessing you're up to $40-45K total now. https://www.coronaengines.com/Engine-Overhaul https://www.coronaengines.com
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I’ve had a Skytec on my 67F for a long time, well over 10 years. If you need the exact part number, I can check my logs.
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Air Parts of Lockhaven can overhaul and calibrate the OEM gages. I’ve had mine serviced.
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MVP 50 Electronics International Placement
DCarlton replied to Brian2034's topic in Engine Monitor Discussion
Since you asked, I'm personally in the right side of the panel camp. I would never consider putting it on the left. Too much perfect real estate for it on the right and it's still very easy to see in a Mooney. It's a feng shui thing for me regardless of what more expert pilots might say. -
What 2.25" instrument would you add to this panel design?
DCarlton replied to birdofjoy's topic in Avionics/Panel Discussion
In general, I like a little space between my instruments and a little more aluminum for better access and structural integrity. Nothing wrong with having a place for something in the future too. Less might be more. -
I'm installing fuel bladders now that use a different fuel cap. I'll have 3-4 fuel caps to sell cheap on Mooneyspace soon. A couple have the marsh washers and fluorosilicon o-rings. I just need time to pull them all out on the work bench. I have a few extra fluorosilicon o-ring kits too.
