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Thanks, that is the type of response I have been hoping for. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Agreed and I do the same. I typically start leaning at 75% HP and 100+ ROP, then as I lean below peak the power has dropped to around 65%, but at that setting I see 9.5 to 9.0 gph, and rarely below 9 gph. My thinking, of which I am not confident, is that the fine wire plugs MAY allow for a more efficient combustion LOP and therefore smoother operations. For ROP operations I see little added value in the extra cost of the fine wire plugs. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Well said and insightful. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks, that is the type of feedback I was hoping for. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks, that is exactly the type of feedback that I was hoping for. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

In my case it is typically 10 to 20 LOP at 65% Hp Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I clean, regap if needed, and rotate at oil changes every 25 - 30 hrs. The nearing the service limit is based on using the champion gauge that indirectly measures how much of the serviceable electrode is left. Mine are not cracked, just wearing out faster than expected and in need of future replacement. That is why I asked the group about experience with LOP and fine wire vs massive. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

No idea, my previous massive plugs lasted over 300 hours. On the current set only some are approaching the limit. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

For those of you that run your engine LOP, do you use fine wire or massive plugs? If you switched from one to the other, did you notice any improvement in LOP operations? I currently have Champion massive plugs that have less than 200 hours on them and some are close to their useful limits so I am considering changing to fine wires. I run 10 to 20 LOP at 65% Hp for most operations but will run 100+ ROP when I want to fly as fast as I can. Since I am considering the much higher purchase price of the fine wire plugs I wanted to reach out and ask about your experience with massive vs fine wire for mostly LOP operations. Note that I am not asking about massive vs fine wire in general, or LOP vs ROP, both topics that have already been widely, and enthusiastically discussed in MooneySpace and other venues. Thanks in advance - Hank

If you remove them, then consider also removing the fairings on the lower wing behind them as the two just represent flat plates that increase drag when the front gear doors on their front are removed. I had mine removed 8 years ago and I am pleased with the decision and results. Hank

Has Corrosion-X been applied to the airplane? If so, it may be the rain have pushed out some of the Corrosion-X film from inside the cowling.

Philippe, here is an update. Contact Skip Weld at 352-406-8724. He has a hangar available at 7FL6 for month-to-month rent ($400/mo) starting February 1st best - Hank

Philippe, When i checked this past Match 2018 there were some basic T-Hangars available for rent at $350/month at Ormond Beach. Good Luck - Hank

Sorry to hear the terrible news, but as others have said, it is good news that no one was hurt. Regardless of how closely we are tied we are to them, our airplanes are not people and hopefully your bird will be repaired and flying soon. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sorry to hear the terrible news. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Following up with the group to thank again all that gave helpful suggestions. I just recently used SGJ and FIN to fly multiple approaches. Approach control and tower controllers at both were very accommodating. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks very much for the added insights. Hank Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks very much. MLB is also one I was considering for the ILS. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hello all, for those of you based on the East coast of Central FL, what comments or suggestions would you offer regarding how accommodating or not are the controllers at DAB and SFB to pilots wanting to fly multiple practice instruments approaches? regards - Hank

Jim, see PM from me. Hank

Hi all, just a quick note for other Mooney drivers based at 7FL6. Please PM if you have any interest in sharing proficiency flying, maintenance, etc. Hank

Just replaced my two wing strobes and nav lights on my 1990 J with the Orion 650e and my A&P agreed the only documentation needed was a logbook entry. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Hi Jerry, I am looking for a Whelen strobe light power supply that is in operational condition, to replace the one in my 1990 M20J that has gone Tango Uniform. The model number is A490ATS-DF-14 to 28. Thanks - Hank

Thanks Raptor, I will also research Arnold. Hank Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Thanks Mike, since I will be based at Spruce Creek it is nice that Daytona Aircraft Services also has a location there. I am also exploring use of PJ Airservices at Avon, while not an MSC, PJ seems to have a great reputation among FL Mooney owners. Hank Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk