Removal of Positive Control

[CrazyWilly]

Whats the legal/ regulatory problem, if any, with removing the positive control? Can I simply go with a "new" autopilot?  Can positive control be removed?   Im tired of waiting for it to be repaired?  Related question.... Does anyone recommend an avionics shop in/ around Tennessee for an M20F???

[Guitarmaster]

What's being repaired?

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[3914N]

I believe that removal of the PC system requires a 337 form.  Many here have removed/replaced their PC systems with better A/P's.  Not sure about the logistics involved.

I'm looking for an actuator in working condition.  If you remove your system, PM me and I will buy one off you.

[Marauder]

Whats the legal/ regulatory problem, if any, with removing the positive control? Can I simply go with a "new" autopilot?  Can positive control be removed?   Im tired of waiting for it to be repaired?  Related question.... Does anyone recommend an avionics shop in/ around Tennessee for an M20F???

Mine was removed on my 75F with a weight and balance adjustment. It was removed to install a STEC 60.

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[Guest]

2 hours ago, CrazyWilly said:

Whats the legal/ regulatory problem, if any, with removing the positive control? Can I simply go with a "new" autopilot?  Can positive control be removed?   Im tired of waiting for it to be repaired?  Related question.... Does anyone recommend an avionics shop in/ around Tennessee for an M20F???

The Brittain auto pilot is a very simple system, if you call them they will provide manuals and advise to get it working again.  With simple tools and a bit of time you should be able to figure it out.

Clarence

[carusoam]

Many people remove.

Many people get repaired.

Many people upgrade to add things like STec alt hold or GPS steering or heading hold...

the company is still alive...

http://www.brittainautopilots.com/products-services.html

Best regards,

-a-

 

[HRM]

15 hours ago, CrazyWilly said:

Whats the legal/ regulatory problem, if any, with removing the positive control? Can I simply go with a "new" autopilot?  Can positive control be removed?   Im tired of waiting for it to be repaired?  Related question.... Does anyone recommend an avionics shop in/ around Tennessee for an M20F???

Maxwell can repair it and he has some parts. Other MSCs probably can as well.

if you have any engineering talent it is a fascinating system to learn--all of the manuals are available free.

Calls to Brittain have always been productive for me.

My PC wasn't working last year, my IA went thru and checked all the vacuum lines and it magically started working again.

When you look at the cost to remove and replace I wonder if it is worth it.

 

[Marauder]

Considering the replacement cost of a new autopilot, if there is anyway to repair what you have, I would go down that path. Even a basic STEC 30 system will cost you over $10k installed.

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