Steve Dawson

Doesn't Edison now have the STC and install the Monroy Long Range Tank?

Can't believe it took 10 days to sell!

That's too bad that you're so far away. I had one for my J and they are the best out there. Very good price

Curious:for anyone that may know or has experience, how would a lifter issue or am over length push rod on the intake valve effect on the causing a vacuum in the intake tract?

Just a quick bore scope, there is oil in the cylinder, the monitor showed normal considering it was an overhauled cylinder (within parameters and I didn't do an inflight mag check. What would that show that would link it to an oil issue?

This was done by a well known and respected shop that my mechanic suggested and who other shops used too, so I don't think, or hope they did a poor job.

The piston has been cleaned with the overhaul and has new rings as well. As far as a worn guide in another cylinder, it could be however the borescope shows that the valves have normal wear on them. It could still be the guide but I'm trying to put as many possibilities in a priority list first. I thought about the turbo check valve as well as a worn or bad seal in the turbo however the oil is only between the 1st and 3rd cylinder manifold.. The MP would be below ambient when idling or when pulling back during a descent as examples. As for any smoke I haven't noticed any but I haven't been able to have anyone look when it's started. Thanks Rich, I was also wondering if the drain on either #1 or #3 maybe clogged.

I bought this plane in May of 2023. Number 1 cylinder had always had oil fouled plugs. Leak down tests showed ~ 70/80 on all cylinders however #1 had air leaking by the rings. All the other cylinders were very good. (bore scope showed good on all cylinders except #1, It showed no cross hatch and scratches on the wall). Replaced # 1 cylinder with an overhauled cylinder and after a three hour flight the plug is still foiling. And just like before, there was also oil on the belly coming from the vent tube. NOTE: when removing the cylinder there was oil in the intake manifold between #1 and 3 cylinders. I believe this is where the oil usage is coming from. What would cause this?

Thanks, I did get ahold of Main and I'm looking for a spare for the future when I overhaul the engine.

Looking for a turbo for my TSIO 360 GB-LB. Part number is 646396 and model number is: 3AT66EE10J2 Thanks

Thanks FlyBoomer, The one shown is for the STC'd RayJay turbo. I'm looking for the the Roto Master (RayJay) for the early K models. Steve

Thanks Marc, I did. It only shows the turbo as an assembly and not the parts numbers of the turbo.

I need to replace the gasket between the exhaust housing and the turbo and I can't find a parts manual. Does anyone know where to find a manual or a link to the manual? Or have have the gasket or where to get parts for the turbo? Turbo PN: 3AT6EE10J2 Thanks

If you're looking for a FIKI plane its only the later model Bravo, Ovation or an Acclaims that have that option. (not sure if the 252's and Encores were available) The turbo models will also get you above the weather at at least 1000ft/min when needed.

I just noticed that there's a 231 that's been properly modified on Controller that seems to be at a very good price. It's Canadian registered however that's relatively easy to change to an N registry. (I have no affiliation with that buyer)

What's your mission for the plane? Are you going to just go for $100 hamburgers or is it for business over 500 miles 10 times a year? That should help determine which model to buy. Controller gives a pretty good idea of the market. Before Covid there were approximately 90-100 Mooneys for sale, then during Covid the demand increased and the number for sale decreased from 40-50 and the prices went up substantially for everything. This morning there's 95 for sale so the demand is lower and the prices should be going down soon. There's a few ad's showing that the plane has been listed for two years so they're probably overpriced and/or have something wrong with them. I've owned a J, an M and now a K and they all fit different missions. After the initial costs of bringing them up to your standard or your upgrades (such as deferred maintenance and avionics) they all cost different amounts to maintain. Fuel per hour is roughly 60% higher in the Bravo then the K or the J but you do go faster and it's great to fly. It sounds like you have the time to wait and buy, so find the one you want and hopefully the pricing will be right.

As I mentioned before I tried to contact them but they never returned my calls, emails or texts

I used an adhesive silicone. Just enough of a dab in the recess to hold it in. I wasn't sure what the factory used but it's similar what I had to scrape out when it was taken out. From Amazon: Moeller Marine Mechanical Direct Sight Fuel Tank Read Capsule,White,One,035759-10

Just received and installed the boat gauge from Amazon. It's plastic and doesn't show gallons but it will work until the actual ones are available. I had to trim the ears off and have sealed around the top edge with a transparent sealant. https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000MTCRBO?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details The US Amazon site is substantially less Moeller Marine Mechanical Direct Sight Fuel Tank Read Capsule,White,One,035759-10

When I was in Don Maxwell's shop last year they had one that they were working on. Not sure if they've finished it yet but thought it would be a cheap to purchase pressurized aircraft. (expensive to operate ?) Does anyone know what the cabin pressure is or what the in cabin altitude is at it's ceiling?

I just checked and the 28v battery is still available through our supplier (Mississauga Hardware) as well as through Amazon

Other than being in a K model these are the same as what I have. It has a different STC than the electric or vacuum type too. They aren't anodized but look like they were painted the same colour as the plane.

These are completely manual so it has a lever beside the trim wheel on the floor. The lever attaches to a cable which connects to two individual cables which each control the left and right wing speed brake. I've a call into Precise flight but as of now they don't know and I'm waiting for someone that may.

I have a 1980 M20K with Precise Flight manual speed brakes and unfortunately it doesn't have any annunciating of when the brakes are out. Does anyone know if there's an annunciator available or has anyone made one that has been approved? Yes I know I can just look out to confirm they're down.

The engine has 1100 hours on it so if there is anything shown in the pre-buy an IRAN to the engine may help out with the cost. Definitely needs a pre-buy to get an honest assessment of the engine.