Dual G5’s in an older style 20E panel

[RDuplechin]

Does anyone have pictures of dual G5’s installed in an older style (65 M20E) panel?  Specifically, I am wondering if it is possible to mount them over/under as Att Ind/HSI with one on the upper angle and one on the lower angle without having to replace the entire panel with a completely flat one?

[prflyer]

We just installed dual G5s in our 1965 E, but the prior owner had modified the panel already to a standard six pack, so our situation is probably not helpful to you.  However, if we can be of help, don't hesitate to reach out.

[RDuplechin]

Was it converted to the standard 6 pack on a flat panel or did it still have the bend across the middle of the panel?

[prflyer]

Yes, standard six pack on a flat panel.

[chriscalandro]

There are a few people around with panel drawings for your airplane. As long as the drawing is correct and the panel fits, and you don’t have clearance issues where you want to move the instruments, replacing the panel really isn’t difficult. 
 

you would be wise to make a long term plan now and cut a panel with that plan in mind. 

[Andy95W]

After paying the $$$ for dual G5s plus their installation, a new flat panel would be a relatively minor up charge.  And you’ll be much happier in the long run. 

[jamesm]

There may be limits on mounting the G5's for degree's of tilt I can't remember specifics.  Go with flat panel It makes life easier and look much nicer too.

If  you go Flush mount G5's you will more than likely lose two of 3.125" instruments holes. Leaving you with a total of four   3.125" instruments holes and Center rectangular cut out for the  G5's and still have room for 2.25" instruments holes sorry the image is real blurry.

 

 

James '67C

[prflyer]

Here is what ours looks like with flat panel -- but not flush mount.

[carusoam]

There are a few places that offer a pre-designed flat six-pack panel...

It would make good sense to start with the updated layout, for an AMU more...

Lake aero

Henderson Machine

PP thoughts only, all stuff found around here...

Best regards,

-a-

[Flymu2]

On 11/15/2020 at 6:53 PM, prflyer said:

Here is what ours looks like with flat panel -- but not flush mount.

Beautiful panel. Which shop did the work.? How much did changing to the flat six pack panel add to the cost? How long was your down time?

[prflyer]

Thank you. The prior owner did the flat panel upgrade, so I am not sure of the costs or downtime.  I know he did take advantage and rewired a lot of the panel at the time, so it was not just putting in the flat panel.  Me and my partner just added the two G5s and the JPI 830 (which we bought used from another forum member here) and that took us about two full weeks of work.

 

[Keith20EH]

I chose not to flush mount, since they are primary flight and nav instruments, I wanted them to stand out a little more then the standard round instruments.  Love the dual g5 capabilities! M20E

[carusoam]

It’s really cool if it would read GS 206mph all the time!

-a-

[Keith20EH]

Had a little push, but why limit it to 206?

[AIREMATT]

Here is my 67C model with the G5‘S side by side.

 

[carusoam]

Al Mooney would be soooo amazed... so many color screens in his plane...

from when the slide rule was king!

Best regards,

-a-

[MV Aviation]

On 11/16/2020 at 12:53 AM, prflyer said:

Here is what ours looks like with flat panel -- but not flush mount.

Nice panel! How does it look from the right seat and from the top? Is there a gap between the new panel and the rest of the airframe (e.g. between the left panel and the GTN) or is it covered up with something. I'm curious how that is solved.

[prflyer]

7 hours ago, MV Aviation said:

Nice panel! How does it look from the right seat and from the top? Is there a gap between the new panel and the rest of the airframe (e.g. between the left panel and the GTN) or is it covered up with something. I'm curious how that is solved.

Thank you.  Attached is an older photo before the G5 installs, but as you  will see there is no gap. The aluminum bends and covers the gap completely for a finished look.  I believe the panels came from Lasar.