'67 F 201 Passenger Window Modification

[dmevans]

Hello Everyone,

I purchased my F and flew it back to it's new home in California a few weeks ago. One of the first modifications on my list is to upgrade the windows all the way around, including the 201 windshield modification.

When upgrading the glass, I would like to get rid of the 3 window layout and move over to the 2 window 201 style layout. I have a few questions with this:

1. It's obvious that the beam between the 2 passenger windows must be removed. Is it just a matter of cutting this beam out and installing the 201 glass? Or are there other areas of the fuselage that must be upgraded/altered?

2. Does this mod require any sort of STC documentation?

3. I read somewhere that pilots can replace their own side windows but not the windshield. With that being said, can I still do this work myself even though parts of the fuselage must be altered?

4. Does anyone know of a blog or website that has some sort of instructions or information on this modification?

Thanks for your help in advance everyone!

-Derek

[carusoam]

 

Derek,

Congratulations on your new purchase.

Have you seen the link on side windows posted by George Perry?

http://www.mooneyspace.com/index.cfm?mainaction=posts&forumid=1&threadid=55

Look for his photos and his input to get a feel for the size/complexity of the job.

 

Best regards,

-a-

[DaV8or]

Quote: dmevans

2. Does this mod require any sort of STC documentation?

3. I read somewhere that pilots can replace their own side windows but not the windshield. With that being said, can I still do this work myself even though parts of the fuselage must be altered?

[dmevans]

Dave,

Thanks for the information. I have submitted a 337 to the Oakland FSDO for pre-approval. Hopefully they will be getting back with me shortly. The work will be performed by a good friend of mine who is an IA.

-Derek

[danb35]

If you're following an STC, there's no need for any involvement whatsoever with the FSDO, much less for pre-approval.  If you're not following an STC, my understanding is that they should kick it back to you and tell you to use an existing STC.

[N601RX]

I'm not sure if this is correct, but was told that a STC was not required because later Mooneys came from the factory with this mod.

[dmevans]

601,

You are correct. An STC is not required. However, a field approval (337) is required due to the removal of the sheet metal between the rear windows.

-Derek

[N601RX]

I have the parts and paperwork for a plane that I am in the process of buying.  It mentions a stiffener that goes along the top of the window also.

[tablor]

dmevans, did you of your mechanic complete the 337 from scratch or did you have access to a copy of someone elses 337 to follow?  Is there a Mooney specific bin for people to upload a copy of a 337 for some particular modification?  It'd be handy to have a database of Form 337s that people have gotten thru the FAA in the past - does this exist?  For instance, I have a drawing and 337 for a camera window beneath the passenger seat that was installed in my plane some years ago.