bat charger for M20s 1999

[skyking1]

Anyone have any experience on bat chargers ? Mike Busch recommends a BatteryMinder from vdc Electronics Model 24041-aa-s2 4 amp charger for 24 volt Batteries.

[Barry]

BatteryMinder is the way to go and the price is right. It saved a battery of mine that was severly beaten by my old mechinical voltage regulator. The de-sulphation process integrated into it really works nicely.

[skyking1]

Thanks I appreciate the help!

[Cris]

I will be installing one of the battery minders tomorrow. I figured I needed it in part since I use a Robotow on ships power after shut down not to mention the obvious features.

[Cris]

Also Their customer service is very good.

[skyking1]

How do you like your screaming eagle?

[Cris]

For me, it is a terrific A/C for all the right reasons. Like many I spent about a year or so looking at various Mooney J's. I've owned turbo's & found that I rarely used the capability but payed the penalty in terms of longer T/O & reduced useful load not to mention that there was more "stuff" to maintain like the high end autopilots vs the Eagle's Stec 30 which translated to $'s. The downside to the Eagle like the turbo & Ovation is the longer T/O distances & reduced climb rates. However I was discouraged by the J A/C I found in the market & knew nothing about the Screamin' Eagle M20S version until this A/C was presented. After research, it cured my concerns about performance while at the same time minimizing the "stuff" I'd need to maintain which is a real driver for me. The fact that the long bodies are all that the factory produced in the end also entered into my decision. This particular A/C only had 330 hrs TT & had for me very good upgraded equipment ie GMX200 & GDL 69 with backup alt/vacume & leather interior. The downside was that although hangered, it really had not been flown but having just come out of annual without issues including the updating of all SB's & Ad's, I am a very happy camper. Many folks ignore the Eagle which makes them a very good value in todays market especially so if you can find one with the 310 HP STC. This STC also increases the gross weight including 95 gals of fuel to 3368 same as the Ovation & my useful load is 1122 lbs. The typical Eagle is lighter than the Ovation due to soundproofing & equipment so the useful laods are better. Thus you get the performance of the Ovation 3 with the acquisition cost of a late model J at a discount over an Ovation.  You probably know that the Eagle & Ovation are the identicle airframe & engine combo but derated in the Eagle. Check with Dockett for his thoughts on his Screamin' Eagle which is "really" well equipped or PM me if you want additional info.  

[skyking1]

I agree on all your points. I also looked at an ovation until I found out about the stc and the screaming eagle. I have had mine for a year and a half. I added an aspen with a flight director . It already had a stec 55. The performance speed and price are great! Have you put in the new elt? Looks like on mine we have to put the att in the dorsal fin. Also what power setting are you using at 110. Thanks 

[Cris]

We're pretty much off the battery thread so I'll start & answer on an "Eagle" thread

[Cris]

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[Cris]

So I installed the Battery Minder only to find out it was DOA. Called the mfg who said they would repair it but seems to me they should have just offered to ship me a new one. I also had to pay for shipping.

[Cris]

Just an update on the Battery Minder. I sent it back after talking with customer service. Just got it back with a note that they replaced it with a new one & tested it prior to shipping. They also included all the cables which I had not sent back to make up for the shipping. Now I have enough for both battery's.  Good customer service I'm a happy camper.