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True words indeed! Matt

Hi gang- I very much appreciate all the positive support that has been posted by users regarding the R-1 tachometer from EI. I just wanted to note that the R-1 does offer: Bright, LED backlit, polorized LCD for easy viewing in all light conditions. 210 Degree Arc The R-1 displays RPM in a 210 Degree graphical LED arc for immediate reference. Red and Yellow LED's highlight cautionary and restricted operating ranges. Tach Time The R-1 keeps track of Tach Time on your engine, to .1 hours. Flight Timer Flight Time is recorded from takeoff to landing. Peak RPM For every flight, Peak RPM is stored. Simply press the "Pk" button to see the previous flight's Peak RPM. Mag Drop The drop in RPM when switching from "Both" mags to "Left" or "Right" on your ignition switch is displayed on the large, crisp LCD of the R-1. For instance, if the drop is 110, the R-1 will display "-110." Mag Failure Alert If a mag fails during your flight, the R-1 will alert you by intermittently cycling through the LED's several times as you make your approach to land. Several pilots have mentioned to our support staff that this "cycling" has caught a failed mag while in flight. As an added benefit the R-1 averages over $160.00 less than the competitors sales price. Matt

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**Moved from another thread** A poll to ponder! I ask because there are some down right stark differences among the three brands offering a primary MFD set up for TC'd aircraft and I am trying to discover how the Pilot mind works: Thanks for letting me participate. Matt

Thank you very much for the feedback. The MVP's STC was issued 4/17/2009 so I do very much understand the timing. I looked a bit further into the issue and there appears to be a compatibility issues that would need to be addressed if the P-300M was to be used with the EDM-930. A. Can they supply a 5v + to the sender? and B. Can they calibrate to a 0-5v signal? The next consideration would be the paperwork. How would the P-300M be documented, probably requiring an individual 337 approval. Matt

I was going to post this in a new thread but I figured that the OP's questions on "to replace" or "not to replace" the senders and the $1K warranted some thoughts. Please do not throw money at dead technology. If you pay $1k now, you WILL do it again later. Resistive technology is d-e-a-d technology. All "resistive" systems are prone to corrosion, varnish build up, wiper fatigue, and the inevitable failure. Replace resistive technology with modern technology where/when you can. Not meant as a thread jack but I wanted pilots to be aware of options available. The reason people keep overhauling the floats in these aircraft is due to the FAA requirement under the type certificate and the pure lack of a better option. However, EI offers a PMA'd, TSO'd, and STC'd sender that is built custom for each user. We call it a P-300M. This probe works on opposing magnetics guaranteed not to loose more than 1% accuracy in 100 years. To build we have the customer send us there old floats that need replacing. We then build geometric copies that then drop into the factory Mooney tanks. This probe generates a 0-5v output. Using this probe with EDM series systems may be possible. And they cost $250.00 each at retail. (read: you'll pay less then retail) I also wanted to ask a fairly sticky question of you folks if I may. I wonder what the largest variables are for you when shopping for multi function systems like the EDM-930 or...let's say...my MVP-50P? Is it brand name alone? Is it prior experiences with manufacturer? Recommendations by mechanics? Certification? Ease of installation? Price? Capabilities of systems? I am hoping for "All of the above" type of responses but I fear alot of times its maybe one or two of these items only. I ask because there are some down right stark differences among the three brands offering a primary MFD set up for TC'd aircraft and I am trying to discover how the Pilot mind works. Thanks for letting me participate. Matt

Quote: Seth PM me and I'll give you a fun story that one of the factory rep told me that I'm not sure is actually true or not - but it was decent story.

1. The FP-5(L) also has a AUX input for an additional engine function/temp/ PSI etc. (secondary version only) 2. Is available in two different STC approval types. One is secondary/supplemental instrumentation. One comes bundled with flow and fuel pressure and replaces factory "PRIMARY" Mooney fuel flow/PSI equipment. 3. Utilizes the most advanced flow transducers in the business. Put 1000 of them in a row and they will all have identical outputs and less pressure loss across them then the other units out there. Best regards, Matt

I thought I was the only one confused by that article:) Great choice btw!

Here are some folks in NorCal that I've heard/had good experiences with. In no particular order:) DMK Aviation; RedBluff, CA 530-529-3240 Tom's Aircraft; Lakeport, CA 707-262-9330 Ivan Air; Sacramento, CA 916-428-2310 Mangon Aircraft Repair; Petaluma, CA 707-765-1848 Good luck! Let me know if I can help further. Matt

Dave- I'd be happy to recommended some shops, where in California? Southern, Central, or Northern? Matt

I'm here! Call or email anytime! I try to check the boards but sometimes I'm a day or two late. Best regards, Matt support@buy-ei.com 877-318-6060 Ext 113

Scott- Looks really sharp! We really appreciate your business and if you need anything at all give a shout! Matt

Jeff_S, A very good question. The scan is made simple via two remote mounted annunciator lights. A yellow caution and a red alarm. If a parameter is violated on the indicator you will see it in both locations by color. The MVP also has zero problems with viewing at angles.

I got this new panel shot in today, thought I would share. Its installed in a 231 Matt