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Yves I am in for MS gathering. Bob I would park with Caravan upon landing for debrief and taxi to VAP after. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Raptor - Yes, I've done that analysis. PTK - No, there is. And as I wrote, and my analysis showed, my CHTs are higher, not lower, consistent with more combustion (and more power). I don't know why someone would experience lower temps, I did not. Bob, you didn't ask me, but no I'm not being paid. And if I wasn't happy after being promised gains, I certainly wouldn't make up something to convince myself, much less others. But I'll beg off this thread ... You can see performance for yourself when I see you at MSN next week. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The argument one could instead by more fuel applies at any speed mod, and is enough to make a strong case against if one's analysis is solely dollar-based. For my part I looked at what were the most cost-effective mods. This was the only one that helped climb too (a 3-blade might, but would slow me down and has other cost-benefit issues). Every gas engine I've added intake and exhaust mods to ran produced more power, even if burning more fuel. I can always power back. To each one's own... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

It's not hard at all to run GPS tracks in four directions under identical load and extremely similar temp and altimeter settings, varying from 4,500 to 10,000, at full throttle/2700, measuring fuel flow, CHT and other parameters. That's why I did it. Everyone is entitled to their biases and skepticisms: Mine are the step, the downwind turn, Nessie and Bigfoot. But on my J, PFS has netted real performance improvements. I've also got a friend with a PFS-equipped F, and his F will be closer to staying with a J in formation flight. Much to his chagrin, first time we flew together he was disappointed to discover I also had a PFS. Whether it's worth the money is a fair point, but I'm not a "believer." Just persuaded by data. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Hi Joker, Actually, according to site map the N40 (aka General Aviation) is both. And so is the Vintage area. Check out the site map and the signs to print out for taxiing in. I've printed VAP and GAP signs. If I were camping I'd need VAC or GAP signs. "General Aviation is the N40. http://www.eaa.org/en/airventure/eaa-fly-in-flying-to-oshkosh/ground-operations/aircraft-parking-status We're staying in a private home near the airport. Our host will get us back and forth. I suspect the N40 parking will not be mixed in with the N40 camping so I'm not sure it makes a lot of difference where the plane is parked - we'll spend time with the Caravan folks and time in the central exhibit area. The vintage parking has a front row seat for the air shows, I'm thinking stowing chairs etc in the plane there might be handy. There is no GAP I've seen in the North 40 near us, but I've learned something new each of my 12 previous years. So I'm interested to learn where they park you when you hold up your GAP sign, I'm betting the other side of the field by Basler, I've done that a couple times. That's a 2 mile walk from us. Maybe you could park your plane with us, do the debrief, then taxi wherever you're going for your final destination. Jetdriven would be able to take your spot in GAC in our rows next to our N40 HQ tent.

Jetdriven, EAA N40 police won't permit saving spots. But we are debriefing around that time and it's possible some who park for the debrief then leave, creating open spots. Hold up a sign saying "GAC - Mooney Parking". Or have someone in the Caravan text you the number of a row with an empty spots and hold up a sign identifying it, it's possible the volunteers will assume you're returning to your previously-occupied spot. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Thanks for the info. I'm glad they're compatible now. Just what I needed, one more thing to buy... ;^) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

There is a roving A&P service, actually. I've not had to use it but I recall a friend who needed a starter swapped out and it was done on the N40. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

+1 on too many variables to simplify in this way. Out west we have mountains and my TO and LDG airport elevations may be way different. Descent profiles in the LA basin are often controller-induced "slam dunks." What's the objective? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I chased this for a while on my J, light first was intermittent then became solid. After ruling out moving parts and confirming voltage with voltmeter, followed procedure in service manual to adjust when light comes on accessible in back of annunciator panel. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Installed PF on my J when first available (motorcycle and car experience with tuned exhausts) and documented before and after. Bottom line, as much as 5 knots and of course better climb. Engine making more power, so higher fuel flow and hotter CHT (nothing is free). Only other negative is no LoPresti cowl (at least not when I last checked, maybe that's changed or one can 337 it). Exhaust SB for annual nonissue, I prefer to take a close look at exhaust annually anyway given potential serious consequence of failures there. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Marauder thanks for posting the manuals. This is very helpful. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Someone posted 3D printing info for these awhile back, certainly less costly than what is commercially avail Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I regularly fly no flaps approaches and landings. There are times when having that in your toolbox is handy. The 421 following you in at OSH will thank you...hopefully you don't have a 152 with 40 degrees flaps in ahead of you! Oh, and you're all using the same runway at the same time. Welcome to Oshkosh! #NoStressCaravanArrival Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Best Coasters use video too! https://vimeo.com/174963324

Hi Bob, Keep in mind the N40 is a campground, not parking. So you can't just "park" in the N40. You'll need a camping permit and the EAA Police will look to see a tent with their permit on it. Of course some do also "park" an empty tent. But if you're a Caravaner, your plane doesn't need to be with us to hang with us, we've got folks who hotel, house or dorm it. Having been in your shoes to me the bigger issue is where I am actually staying, and how am I getting to the airport every day? You can also park (if they've got space) at an FBO. Or, move your plane after the Caravan debrief to Appleton or another airport that doesn't have departure restrictions and so much traffic. Look forward to meeting you at MSN. Joker Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Yves, I'm emailing you Whitey's contact if you don't have it. He's the BBQ master and would know the logistics of a keg. EAA strictly governs the North40, the vendors on the grounds, and there is some info that's not apparent that can be a gotcha. No sales, and selling stuff risks eviction, for example. They want things hawked only at a booth they can charge rent for. Someone asked about getting into the North40. There's no admission or secure gate, there are openings in the airport fence by Friar Tuck, the show grounds and along the access road paralleling 9/27. So look for the Caravan tent, Mooney North40 HQ, and say hi! As far as "Caravan brass" being busy...planning and executing each year, with the busy educational, food, social, and mission schedules, involves a lot of work by many people. That work intensifies in the weeks before OSH. It only LOOKS seamless. Don't know about "brass," but we've got the house, now throw the party! I look forward to meeting everyone who hasn't joined our gathering in person before. Joker Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

A Citation went in next to Van Nuys a few years ago after a nose baggage door opened. It was suspected the owner/pilot reduced power and speed to prevent the door from departing. It also could have damaged the engine on that side. A Citation will climb fine on one engine with the door open. While avoiding damage is understandable, a far worse outcome - two deaths - accompanied the total loss after the resultant stall/spin. Let's make these decisions on the ground! The insurance company may have just bought your airplane, but no one can restore your life, or those of your loved ones.

That's true. The procedures used by P and C groups are different from ours and B2Osh. Both are still not the "gaggle" the Caravan used pre-formation. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

With some help from our Cessna-to-OSH brethren, we will be getting registered Caravan participants practicing in California on 8-9 July. Caravan participation drives formation clinics; if you want to go, SIGN UP! We will get you checked out. Many pilots come to our events even if they're not going to OSH because they are FUN. Check out the website pics of the Yuma Gunfighters clinic, 35 pilots including warbirds and homebuilts. The Texas Wing have about as much fun as I've seen anyone have with aircraft, and it's great to see a Northeast group get going. California formators have plenty of chances to fly with our very active Beech brethren, who constantly support services and ceremonies with flyovers. So once you've tried it, it's addicting. if you're interested, go to mooneycaravan.com. Join the forum so we will be in contact. Register for the Caravan so we will know you need to get qualified. Read the Formation Guide. Watch the ground school video. Show up to practice prepared, and have fun. If you're going to OSH, come by the Mooney Owners Forum at Forum Stage 8 Monday at 10 am. Come to the BBQ Tuesday at Mooney North 40 HQ. Come to our expert panel discussion at the North 40 HQ tent on Wednesday afternoon. These and other events are also on the schedule. Talk to others and find out for yourself why so many have gotten the "bug." See you in Madison if you're flying with us, or at OSH if not. Be safe!

Thanks for the write-up and especially for the kind words, Striptease. Many people worked very hard over the last year to bring off "the best Caravan ever"--at least until the NEXT one! Hope to see you again and look forward to flying together sometime, here or on your continent. Joker Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I rented a house below the Fisk merge point one year. One day I sat and watched with a couple beers. I gave up after an hour, it was just too stressful! Everyone on the Fisk arrival is already flying formation. They just don't know it, haven't practiced it, briefed it, or met the other pilots with whom they're sharing a runway. We've all seen several accidents that've closed a runway or the whole airport. Roush mentioned other traffic as a factor too in his jet bending. The controllers are just trying to push iron, they're relying on each pilot to execute or say "unable." Each year we have an interloper see the Caravan stream and try to join. And each year I think "wow, I'm glad I'm with people I know, trained with, and can trust to execute instead of throwing in with a bunch of strangers who may've not trained at all!" It IS the execution. 11 years with the group, no Fisk for me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I took both my kids up when each was five weeks old. Told controllers "baby on board" and put it in remarks section of flight plan. Got consideration and wasn't slammed in descent-unusual in LA basin. Kept rates of climb/descent gentle, always <500fpm. PS - Oldest is now 16-year old student pilot. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Looks like a clean 231. How did you find the VGs? I have never flown a Mooney with one, although I am always reluctant to fly a twin without them!