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FLYFST

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  1. Thanks! Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  2. Thanks! Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  3. Where are you located? Sounds like we should talk. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  4. Thanks Dan! Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  5. Anyone have any good or bad experience with getting your aircraft propeller dynamically balanced at a shop in Florida? I'm not asking whether or not to get the propeller balanced, but instead asking for any experience and recommendations on a shop to get it done. I am presently considering Double M Aviation in Lakeland, FL. all the best - Hank
  6. Plus one for Edison’s work and the way he honors his warranty! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. Thanks! I will investigate. I’m thinking of pulsing only the new LED recognition lights on the J. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  8. Thanks Marc, I will investigate. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  9. I’m planning to install the 14V replacements in my J model soon. Is there a wig-wag system available to augment the installation? Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  10. Used Wet Wingologist to reseal both wings of my M20J and remain very satisfied. Edison is very good at what he does and stands behind his work. All the best - Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  11. Thanks EricJ and PT20J. Issue resolved on my 1990J by adjusting the switch bracket position on the throttle cable behind the console; what at PITA! Hank
  12. Hello Eric, since you mentioned the microswitch on the throttle, can you point me to where I can find more details on adjusting or replacing it? Mine appears to be out of adjustment as it gets the gear warning going when I pull the power below 20 inches MAP. thanks - Hank
  13. Thanks EricJ. No clear problem that I can point to. However, in a discussion with AutoPilotsCentral they mentioned making sure to change that filter on the 500 hr schedule as it can be the hidden cause of gyro problems. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. Thanks Clarence, that helps. Any recommendations on how tight to turn the nut and avoid crushing the filter? The shop that last installed mine had it finger tight at best. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  15. Regular has one filter attached to the back of the AI and in my case HSI, while the alternate has a single filter attached to the firewall and to which each instrument connects. The alternate configuration is shown on the lower right corner of the diagram. All the best -Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  16. Any procedural advice on replacing the Central Gyro Filter? On my 1990 M20J it is a Rapco RA-D9-18-1 that has just a few hours left on the recommended 500 hr replacement cycle. It is the alternate installation in the Service Manual (MAN123, Figure 37-1) located inside the instrument panel on the pilot's side and appears to be very difficult to get to from the top of the instrument panel. Advice on how much to tighten would also be great as the Service Manual (MAN123, Section 37-13-04) only says don't over tighten. thanks in advance - Hank
  17. Like Skip and others have said, "Dan Long at West Coast Governors is terrific". I sought him out because of recommendation in MooneySpace, and he met or exceeded my expectations. He came through for me in replacing my old governor with a different, newly overhauled governor when like Skip I swapped out my IO-360-A3B6D for a -A3B6. I contacted Dan several weeks before I would need the governor and he offered to have one ready and waiting for me when I needed it, at a very reasonable price, and that is exactly what he did He was also very responsive and patient in dealing with the questions I gave him regarding the installation. Hank
  18. Brad, As others on this thread have already responded, there is a quite a bit of variance in overhaul prices, and that is assuming no nasty surprises like a cracked crankcase or problems with the crank shaft, none of which are typically included in overhaul quotes. As also mentioned by others, there are other costs that typically get quickly added and you should consider when budgeting, such as: replacing the muffler and/or entire exhaust system; overhauling or at least flushing the prop governor and oil cooler; replacing the hoses; replacing the engine mounts; replacing or overhauling the starter and alternator; the cost to remove, ship (round trip) and reinstall the engine; and of course there is always the “might as well fix this now expenses”. These additional costs will vary depending on the condition of the aircraft and engine accessories , but with 1750 hrs on the engine, they are something to consider as they can easily add $10k to $20K or more to the cost of just the overhaul. Also keep in mind that supply chain problems are presently causing delays in parts availability, so expect delays in completing the project from whatever you are promised. Good luck with your efforts - Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  19. They overhauled my D3000 in 2019 and I was very pleased with the results and with their communications before and after, as well as the detailed instructions provided to my maintenance shop for installation and check out. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  20. Left and right Pilot's Brake Pedals, P/N 720017-007H. Fully serviceable when removed from a 1990 M20J. Please see additional details at listing below: https://www.ebay.com/itm/224660888106
  21. SOLD! Selling 8 fine wire plugs. The plugs have just 294 hours when removed and working great in an IO-360-A3B6D. Price reduced to $480. You can find additional details at the eBay listing below, or PM me with any questions. https://www.ebay.com/itm/224661012528
  22. Unless you can accept being AOG for possibly a long time, going with the overhauled Eaton replacement from LASAR that you have reserved (congrats on finding one!) may be your fastest, albeit much more expensive way to get flying again. For my J model the solution was to replace the Plessey actuator and spring with a low time Eaton/Avionics Products actuator and install it with a new spring, one that is similar but different from the non-available Plessey spring. If the Mooney factory does contract to produce more Plessey springs, that would clearly be the most cost effective option many owners, so the question becomes how long you are willing to wait? While investigating for options, consider pickling the engine to prevent corrosion from the developing and possibly leading to spalling of the cam and/or lifters and thereby creating another problem. Good luck and hope you get your J to flying soon - Hank
  23. Thank you! I’m only 7.7 hours into the break-in process and getting rpm drops of 140 on the EIS and 70 on the Mag, with massive plugs gaped at the lower standard recommended gap. Maybe as the break-in continues the numbers will change some more. I do plan to change the gaps and mark the EIS leads as you did and determine what that results in. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  24. What results did you get? What is your run-up rpm drop like? Any noticeable change in takeoff or cruise performance? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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