Where Might I Get One Of These?

[Z00mie]

...Or maybe a part number etc? I can't believe it only lasted 20+ years!?! LOL (SDI Hoskins belly strobe, 66 M20E)

Edited July 3, 2023 by Z00mie

[ShuRugal]

Vintage camera supply?

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[N201MKTurbo]

https://www.xenonflashtubes.com/spiral-helical-flash-lamps/ft-118-spiral-60ws-photo-flash-lamp_163.html

[N201MKTurbo]

Actually, I think you went too far. If you show a picture of your strobe, there is probably a replacement strobe assembly available.

[Z00mie]

Duncan Aviation indicates they have a part number 896078-1 (and have a few on the shelf). The price is a bit high without knowing for sure its the correct part. They aren't returnable. Can anyone help verify this is the correct part number? It appears my Google skills have proven to be substandard.

Edited July 3, 2023 by Z00mie

[Boilermonkey]

This is what was on our C without the molex.   https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/whelen11-03213.php?clickkey=22408

[Z00mie]

I found the part number referenced above from an Ebay ad for a strobe tube that looks like mine. I do not have any reference material otherwise. Additionally, I have scoured all the common aviation parts sellers, no-joy though.

Thanks boilermonkey and others for contributions.

I'll try to get a snap of the installed unit later too.

I'll consider stripping a strobe tube out of another type unit (or generic) if all else fails.

[N201MKTurbo]

1 minute ago, Z00mie said:

I found the part number referenced above from an Ebay ad for a strobe tube that looks like mine. I do not have any reference material otherwise. Additionally, I have scoured all the common aviation parts sellers, no-joy though.

Thanks boilermonkey and others for contributions.

I'll try to get a snap of the installed unit later too.

I'll consider stripping a strobe tube out of another type unit (or generic) if all else fails.

The problem is it is a Hoskins. There is no more Hoskins. I think Wheelan may have taken over the company, but they probably will want to sell you a new strobe that fits the same hole.

[Z00mie]

An Ebayer has a number of yellow tagged Hoskins units that I believe are the same. I'd consider those as an option too.  A distant 4th option will be a new (LED) replacement unit.

 

Edited July 3, 2023 by Z00mie

[Eight8Victor]

@Z00mie Let me check the hangar, I might have a couple laying around. Give me a day or two.

[Z00mie]

23 minutes ago, Eight8Victor said:

@Z00mie Let me check the hangar, I might have a couple laying around. Give me a day or two.

Thanks 88V!

[Z00mie]

Here she is, in all her grease covered glory!

[M20F]

I had a similar dilemma with my Heath Kit (kid you not) strobe.  In the end after trying a variety of bulb options just swapped it.  Save yourself the pain and move 50yrs into the future. 

[Pinecone]

I would contact @OSUAV8TER and get an LED replacement complete beacon.

[Z00mie]

Thanks for the advice gents! I'll try and stay 'old school' until, well, I can't though.  

If anyone has further info etc. on these units, I'm definitely interested in what you've found...

Edited July 3, 2023 by Z00mie

[Jim Peace]

Get the red baron beacon. Being seen is worth a lot. 
 

https://www.aveoengineering.com/redbaron-galactica-2/

[Z00mie]

Do you have one of these Jim? (Aveo, red baron) Pictures?

[Hank]

I put in the Whelen LED to replace the old high-voltage flasher.

[N201MKTurbo]

2 minutes ago, bluehighwayflyer said:

It works fine but I want to replace the OEM rotating beacon on my ‘65C with a modern LED just as an upgrade.  The only reason I haven’t already is because I am perplexed about how to get back that far in the fuselage without damaging anything.  I’m tall and thin but I still can’t reach back that far weight putting my full weight on the plane.  What back there can support that much weight?   What technique is the best practice for accomplishing this task? 

I use Dave’s 10 year old son. He is pretty good with tools and follows directions pretty well.

[Jim Peace]

8 hours ago, Z00mie said:

Do you have one of these Jim? (Aveo, red baron) Pictures?

I do. But I am on the road having to celebrate the 4th while day sleeping in Mexico.  I will look. 

[OSUAV8TER]

@Z00mie I am a Whelen Aerospace Technologies (WAT) authorized reseller. If you're interested in replacing that beacon with an LED option I have several that will work. I have a couple that are all red too. PM me, email me at gallagheraviationllc@gmail.com, or call me at 1-833-425-5288. Here is a photo of one on the belly of a Navion.

[Z00mie]

Hi OSU A,

Awesome, thanks for the offer! What is your discount to Mooney Space members? Aircraft Spruce does 5% to 10% generally (if you're military).

Edited July 5, 2023 by Z00mie
clarification

[RoundTwo]

46 minutes ago, Z00mie said:

Hi OSU A,

Awesome, thanks for the offer! What is your discount to Mooney Space members? Aircraft Spruce does 5% to 10% generally.

MS discount at Spruce? Sure wish I knew this two weeks ago. Is there a code to use?

[Z00mie]

Not MS, MIL (military)! Post edited above.

Edited July 5, 2023 by Z00mie

[Eight8Victor]

@Z00miethis is from a wing tip strobe. I’m not sure if it will work, but you are welcome to it.