KY 197 Com Needed

[GMBrown]

If anyone has a used (and working) spare King KY 197 Com that they would let go of, I need one.  It would be a plug in replacement which would be optimal.  My com is unusable on several levels, so looking to replace it.  If you have one, let me know what you would be willing to part with it for.  Thanks

Garry

[Andy95W]

Why not just get yours fixed?  There are still a number of places that will work on them and recertify them.  Here are a few:

https://bevanaviation.com/avionics-repair/

https://www.gulfcoastavionics.com

http://www.kx-155.com

 

[GMBrown]

That looks like the way I'm heading.  Any experience with the shops you mentioned?

[carusoam]

45 minutes ago, GMBrown said:

That looks like the way I'm heading.  Any experience with the shops you mentioned?

Jake at Bevan is a great MS supporter…. always answering detailed tech questions around here… both radios and APs @Jake@BevanAviation…

 

For pre-flown avionics… see what @Alan Fox has on the shelf…

Best regards,

-a-

[GMBrown]

Good idea.  Thanks

[Andy95W]

I can definitely recommend Bevan and Gulf Coast.  Your old King radio will come back looking like brand new, with a fresh 8130 meaning it’s been repaired as necessary and tested IAW the manufacturer’s repair manuals.

I would try Bevan first.

@Jake@BevanAviation

[Jake@BevanAviation]

@GMBrown We still support the KY197 units, if you would like a rough estimate and lead time give us a call and ask for Mike.  316-946-4870

Thanks

[Wes]

If these options don't work out, I have a KY 97A com with the tray that isn't being used. If interested, let me know.

[carusoam]

1 hour ago, Wes said:

If these options don't work out, I have a KY 97A com with the tray that isn't being used. If interested, let me know.

See if @GMBrown is stopping by…

-a-

[GMBrown]

Thanks a bunch for the offer.  Unfortunately, I think the 197A is not a plug in replacement for the 197.  So If I had to do a complete reinstall, anyway I would probably go with a new radio.  Issue is mute however because I sent it to Bevan last week for R & R.   I talked to them and they seemed to be very helpful, so I'm hopeful things will work out all right and repair will be easiest for ease of reinstallation.  

G

[carusoam]

Great pirep for Bevan nosky!

Thanks for sharing it.

Best regards,

-a-

[guyjill]

(SOLD) I'm currently upgrading my panel and selling everything. I know this post is a bit old, but if your still need a KY197 I have one in working order. $400.00

Thanks,

Guy

 

 

[carusoam]

46 minutes ago, guyjill said:

I'm currently upgrading my panel and selling everything. I know this post is a bit old, but if your still need a KY197 I have one in working order. $400.00

Thanks,

Guy

 

 

Guy,

It may make sense to start a new thread in the avionics for sale area…

As a paid member you have access…

Best regards,

-a-

[guyjill]

One I get everything together, I'll start a new thread.

Thanks,

Guy

[GMBrown]

Just to come full circle on the KY 197, Bevin did the repair and the com is now working great.  Static gone, knob turns sweetly and they even found a new faceplate screen.  

I can highly recommend Bevin.

G

[carusoam]

Great pirep for Bevin GMB!  (Sharing with @Jake@BevanAviation)

Thanks for sharing it.

Best regards,

-a-