JeremyHall

Hey everyone, thanks a ton for all of the advice. I’m going to to exactly as you all recommend and use that spreadsheet. Sorry for the inactivity, I have some updates about the plane. So the radio issue was just a problem with the pax side headset jack that was interfering with the whole system, so that is fixed. I also had transponder issues, but managed to get a new one for cheap. I also had the pleasure of speaking with the legendary @M20Doc and I look forward to meeting him soon. Unfortunately I discovered a new problem when I tried to fly this morning. When I hit the starter, I can hear it running but theres no engagement of the engine whatsoever, like the starter is disconnected and just spinning on it’s own. I can hear it running so I know it was on. I flew 3 days ago and it started fine, so I suspect the cold has had something to do with it. I’ve ordered a solid set of covers that are coming shortly, but the past week I’ve only had a canopy cover on it. Maybe the oil was too cold and the starter couldn’t turn over the engine and broke? But I didn’t hear anything break, just the starter whirring away. As disappointing as this was, I’m glad to have discovered a weak point in the plane that I can have repaired well. I know there will be teething issues while I get used to the plane. If anyone knows what could have broken the starter connection, I’d love to hear it. thanks again for all of your advice everyone! Jeremy

Thank you all so much for your advice. I’m going to go through all of the logs and make myself as familiar as I can. I’m located in London Ont., and a member named Deb has recommended a mechanic near me, in Kitchener who sounds like a Mooney specialist. To my dismay, I’ve been unable to find hangar space near me. I’m thinking of buying a full set of covers (engine, canopy, wings and horizontal stab.) from Bruce covers in the meantime, hoping that will be enough to keep it safely outside. Does anyone have experience with that company? Also, I went to fly this morning, only to discover that I had no intercom, and pretty much no radio function. I could hear faint mumbles from ground frequency, at full volume on the radio. Neither comm 1 or 2 would work. The radios worked when I flew last night, but were iffy with reception and at one point the transponder turned itself off for 3 minutes, before coming back on and working. Does anyone have any idea what the problem could be with the radios? They worked fine at the pre buy inspection and when I picked her up.

Hi everyone! As of 3 days ago, I’m the proud new owner of a 1963 M20C. I absolutely love the airplane, but I’m feeing overwhelmed with the responsibilities of ownership, as this is my first aircraft. I have a lot of learning to do with regards to maintenance schedules and proper care. Does anyone have any advice on areas to pay special attention to as a new owner? Any info helps! thanks a lot everyone. Jeremy Hall London ON. Canada