J model gross weight increase

[capthaak]

Reading my MAPA Training Manual, introduction page ix states the Gross weight of the 1991 J model was increased from 2740 to 2900 lbs. Late model J's could be re-certified at the higher weight. Questions should be referred to Mooney. Has anyone attempted to re-certify their J? If so, what are the details?

[carusoam]

Having the correct S/N is the key.

Something changed regarding the tubes used for the structure in the middle years of production...(?)

Best regard,

-a-

[Shadrach]

Reading my MAPA Training Manual, introduction page ix states the Gross weight of the 1991 J model was increased from 2740 to 2900 lbs. Late model J's could be re-certified at the higher weight. Questions should be referred to Mooney. Has anyone attempted to re-certify their J? If so, what are the details?

I believe Parker_Woodruff had the 2900lbs increase done  back when he had his J model.

Edited October 3, 2015 by Shadrach

[carusoam]

Ross, thanks for the memory help..!

Find this thread.  Go down a few posts. Find the FAA link. Determine what S/N is the cut-off. Check the S/N you have.

in this case, newer is better...

Best regards,

-a-

[capthaak]

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!

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[M016576]

Having the correct S/N is the key.

Something changed regarding the tubes used for the structure in the middle years of production...(?)

Best regard,

-a-

I've got a 82 Missile, in the STC paperwork, it lists the part numbers of the landing gear / airframe parts that were changed to up the max gross weight to 3200lbs.  I think the parts that rocket used are the same ones used in the mid-model Gross weight increase S/N's.  They are definitely stock mooney parts (not aftermarket).