Hoeschen Posted March 28, 2017 Report Share Posted March 28, 2017 When I purchased my 1968 Mooney M20C, it came with an aluminum six pack panel blank, one that I've seen installed in other panels. So I talked to local avionics guy and plan to have this installed in a few weeks. It seems pretty straight forward to me. I want to do the left side first and then down the road install a new JPI to reconfigure the right side and then further down the road upgrade the center stack. Any advice going into this? How should I paint it. I was thinking a 3M di noc carbon fiber wrap? Before: After: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrpilot Posted March 28, 2017 Report Share Posted March 28, 2017 I don't like an iPad in the panel, but that's just me. Otherwise, it all looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 The only change I would make is to put the switch on the bottom. My C has different keys for the baggage door, people door and ignition, plus the hangar key. Why have all of that hanging down in front of anything? By 1970 when my plane was built, that's where Mooney put it, too. As for the ipad, do what you want. Just realize that Apple, Samsung, Motorola, etc., release new versions every 12-18 months, and the size changes slightly each time. Just sayin . . . . I have yet to get two consecutive phones that will fit in the same holster, much less tablets in the same cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carusoam Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 (edited) Check in with @Chocks. He has some talent in decorating panels... See if this is something that would work for both you and him... +1 on the changing size of consumer electronics advice. The older they get, the less chance of being updated they are... Best regards, -a- Edited March 29, 2017 by carusoam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrpilot Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 @"Chocks" and I were at the avionics shop today looking at options for my 252. He's now got the drawings, etc, and will be cutting a panel for me over the next couple of days. He does really good work. And is very reasonable on price. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigers2007 Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 What is the purpose of the second altimeter on the right side? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 As a matter of fact, my key and Master Switch are next to each other on the bottom, leaving room for a Carb temp gage and remote compass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoeschen Posted March 29, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 What is the purpose of the second altimeter on the right side? I have no idea. It was in existing panel when I purchased it. It will be removed likely when I redo the right side. Save some weight!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 I have no idea. It was in existing panel when I purchased it. It will be removed likely when I redo the right side. Save some weight!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk If the plane was ever based in Europe, I believe they have a requirement for a second altimeter. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor05121 Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 Boy that 8-hole panel is a beauty. I would love to get something like that. Anyone know what it runs to get one cut like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigers2007 Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 Boy that 8-hole panel is a beauty. I would love to get something like that. Anyone know what it runs to get one cut like that? I was quoted $1700 plus the actual panel cost $300-500. I'm definitely doing this in a month and it puts me on the path to Aspen. I'll need a full size turn coordinator though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drapo Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 6 hours ago, tigers2007 said: I was quoted $1700 plus the actual panel cost $300-500. I'm definitely doing this in a month and it puts me on the path to Aspen. I'll need a full size turn coordinator though. Redid the left side of my M20E 2 years ago, and bought pre-cut panel from LASAR for for $250 + $85 for hardware. Had the whole thing installed by my trusty AME (A&P or IA in the USA), total price, parts and labor (rearranging + paint) was $1600CA. I did put the key switch between alternate static and master. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoeschen Posted March 29, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 Redid the left side of my M20E 2 years ago, and bought pre-cut panel from LASAR for for $250 + $85 for hardware. Had the whole thing installed by my trusty AME (A&P or IA in the USA), total price, parts and labor (rearranging + paint) was $1600CA. I did put the key switch between alternate static and master. Are your instruments backlit? Looks like the same panel I am installing.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carusoam Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 (edited) Nice spot for the alt static too! +1 for the alternator warning light too! The modern ones are a bit hidden at the bottom, off the panel. In a stressfull moment it can be hard to scan a panel and remember where else to look for important butt saving devices... Best regards, -a- Edited March 30, 2017 by carusoam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris from PA Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 I did mine last year and powder coated the panel to match my interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drapo Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 15 hours ago, Hoeschen said: Are your instruments backlit? Looks like the same panel I am installing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk No backlit on the instruments, I use a LED strip for night flying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigers2007 Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 How come some of the panels have a wide vertical gap between the attitude indicator and altimeter? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mooniac15u Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 2 hours ago, tigers2007 said: How come some of the panels have a wide vertical gap between the attitude indicator and altimeter? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I believe there is some structure behind the panel where the yoke shaft goes through. The bottom instruments need to be offset a little either vertically or horizontally. You will notice that the panels without the vertical gap have the bottom row of instruments placed a little higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 The instrument panel is completely rubber mounted with no structural members behind. There is a small bump for the control column bearing. Clarence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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