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Just looked up the Inogen G5 found this spec on the first distributor that came up on google: https://www.directhomemedical.com/inogen-one-g5-portable-oxygen-concentrator-is-500.html?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwh4-wBhB3EiwAeJsppOaEWn8m-GS8LqmljeJDCch6LY2bVMZxdt79K8ZJBKLoYJM9NQMxyhoCAvYQAvD_BwE OPERATING ALTITUDE Up to 10,000 Feet

For the newbie just reading this post…. What fuel does the diesel burn?

Thank you ! All fixed- both switches replaced- since we were there. Rob

Does anyone have Pics of the pathway/ repair of the flap microswitch? (1980 J, no belly pan conversion) Field mechanic has some knowledge, would like to help him in his efforts. Initial conversation, he thought he could access this through the side battery hatch, but I'm pretty sure its underneath. Would love to help him with your advice. Rob

Thanks!

Tim, If you have the chance, please post some photos of the work your doing. I will likely be doing the same soon. Thanks, Rob

but the sawblade is $$

Damn! had I known! Tube of toothpaste is only a couple of bucks!

not sure- its more about showing the airplane the respect and attention it deserves.

Landing light restoration- new part, $100. Restoration kit, $15 I have used the 3m headlight restoration kit successfully on car headlights, wanted to spruce up the landing light comer on the M20J. Its a little scary when you used the first round of sandpaper on it. First 500 grit, then 800 grit then they jump to a 3000 wet sanding. The finish on it brings it to crystal clear. a couple of points to consider- only do it with a power drill- I've never had luck doing it by hand. Use a folded towel underneath to support the curved surface. pictures loaded out of order. foggy, then sanded, then clear finish in the middle.

Thank you- The previous owner said that the stock (correct ) ones were not available when they were replaced. I'm hoping we find that the ones installed have a threaded adjustment. Rob

PT20J, I searched for schematics and came up empty. How would the rods be adjustable? Thanks, Rob

The previous owner replace the brake master cylinders. The originals we not kept. The ones put in changed the angle of the pedals, and it makes it very difficult to press on a rudder pedal without activating the brakes. I have five options- 1- try to get used to it, and do daily calf stretching exercises that will let me curl my toes up. Contact the Keebler elves for possible guidance. 2- wear heels....... high heels. Not my thing. 3-Add blocks to the bottom of the rudder pedals 4- find a mechanic that may be able to re-drill mounting holes, getting the alignment right 5- find a set of the originals and have them rebuilt, and put the right equipment in the airplane. I would appreciate this groups help with number 5- are there any best sources for salvage parts you could recommend? Thanks, Rob

All Great info- Thank you This airplane is new to me ( yes, I will accept congratulations and applause!) This represents a longtime dream fulfilled! This likely has nothing to do with the nosewheel bushings, and everything with it being out of trim. Will update you on findings Just learned the previous owner set the up trim 1/4 to 3/8 above the mark to get it to come off at 70 I'm still looking for the link on where to add the map of where I've been in a Mooney- any hints? Rob

With the aircraft loaded well within CG, (two adults, 100lbs baggage mostly in back seat, some in the baggage compartment) significant force is needed on the elevator to get the plane off the runway and into the air. an experienced mooney pilot tried, and noted how tough it was. I'm looking for potential culprits- the only thing I have come up with is donuts on the nose need to be replaced (mains were done) and I'm wondering if that could lower the angle of attack enough to make us have to pull through it. we thought the elevator trim indicator might be off- so we put a little extra up in- no real change, and clearly had to hold the nose down once we were in the air. Any thoughts? Thanks, Rob

Very cool- thank you for the info

I'm not sure I have seen these before- what is the yellow metal slice and the green and red indicators- I believe they move as one unit on a ring. This seems different than an altitude setting bug - to remind you what atc cleared you to, as I have used in the past. Thanks, Rob

Thanks PT- I've had had some great results with 3m restoration on car headlights, making it look really ugly before using the finer and finer grits to make it perfect. when the time comes, I'll work on a corner of a rear window to prove the process....

I know the enemy of good is "better" Does anyone have a favorite plexiglass restoration product? My windows are OK, but I would like to make them like new. I have restored car headlights - but I'm curious how others have approached this. Thanks, Rob

forflight let me set the weight, but when it came to the arms, It said " your aircraft has an arm range for the front seats of 34 to 39, we chose 36 " There is no adjustment available on foreflight, and in my POH, the range is 32.75 to 39. Curious how others work with this.

Is there a larger version of the moment arm cart to make computing weight and balance easier? FYI- I tried foreflight- hoping to go electronic, but the moment arm for the front seats is inaccurate when compared to the info in the POH and I couldn't figure out how to change their preset. I did not see anything for a J in the download section. Thanks for any thoughts or direction. Rob

How do you get the foreflight instructor discount? Does Garmin offer this too?

I just found that my new to me gtn650 has bluetooth out to connect to my ipad. I have just started using foreflight. Does anyone have experience using the two together? Would I be better off using the Garmin Pilot app for simplicity? Thanks, Rob

just parked in hangar

1980 m20 j noticed fuel smell in cockpit - not outrageous, but noticeable. dissappated quickly.( or I got used to it) no leaks observed anyone else experience this? thanks Rob