GregF

Congratulations Robert, it would be reassuring to find an instrumentation problem. The old transducers are highly suspect. Unfortunately my transducer is fairly new and I had the system calibration verified. I'm afraid a new fuel pump is on my short list. My fuel pressure only drops to 14-15 psi, right at the bottom of the green pressure range. Pressure comes back to 22-25 at idle so I am suspecting the pump capacity may be failing. I'll post an update when I get mine solved. Greg

Hello, just checking back in with the symptoms (or lack of) with my J fuel pressure issues. I have a fuel flow meter, it's indications are rock solid under all conditions. I have had no evidence of any fuel leaks around the selector, gascolator, or anywhere else. All of these systems were rebuilt or new since 2009. I'm a few weeks away from a mechanical fuel pump replacement as a next step in solving my falling fuel pressure issue. I will report back if I learn anything Greg

Unhappy coincidence here, I have been chasing a similar issue with the fuel pressure in my 201. I have been seeing 25 psi cold that falls to 14 psi when warm. I have checked the calibration of my sender and gauge which appear ok. The system research I have done says the mechanical fuel pump controls fuel pressure in the system, so I am planning to replace the fuel pump soon. I'm not looking forward to the job, these planes were never designed for service! I have about 700 hours since rebuilding the engine with a new fuel pump. Greg

Sustained flight at 90kts in a J is very comfortable with the right configuration. Gear down, half flaps and 19" MP will give you a rock solid 90 knots. 16" MP should give you a 500-600 ft/min descent at 90 kts. Have fun, see you there.

I used PIC to complete my instrument rating earlier this year in the Detroit Mi area and was quite pleased. The pace of the training, in your airplane, and in familiar airspace really work well to get you ready for the rating. I split the training over 3 weekends, 3/3/4 day sessions to balance work, etc. and it still proved to be a good program. Whoever you choose, go get it done! Greg

I added an Aspen PFD to my 201 a year and a half ago and couldn't be happier. The Aspen adds so much functionality to the airplane, you will be surprised at the added features and capability. My combination is a G530, Aspen Pro PFD, and an STEC 30 autopilot. The Aspen handles GPS roll steering and heading/GPS switching and annunciation. You will also get wind vector information, heading, altitude, airspeed and minimums bugs, and much more. I don't yet have synthetic vision, but it looks nice. Greg

I'll add a second for Sturgis Aviation at KIRS in Southern Michigan. They painted my J and I remain quite happy with the work. Greg

I mount it on the passenger yoke, on an angle so I can see it. I can't make anything else work.