funvee Posted November 18, 2012 Report Posted November 18, 2012 I just got my M20F back to Canada and got it out of its Annual inspect.... So now it's time to fly. To do that I need to get one of the many cell triggered switches available to operate my Tanis preheater. I was told that there are some selling for $150 but I haven't found any such beasts. If anyone knows where the best deal is, let me know. Thanks!
TWinter Posted November 18, 2012 Report Posted November 18, 2012 There was a vendor on this site a month or so ago..do a search. There are also a few on EBay.
timpercarpio Posted November 18, 2012 Report Posted November 18, 2012 I got a switch box from Phillip Angert. phillip@phillipangert.com He was the vendor on this site. You simply send a text message to turn it on or off. We've used it several times this fall and it works very. I'm happy with it since I have to drive over 30 minutes to the airport. Good luck.
funvee Posted November 19, 2012 Author Report Posted November 19, 2012 Thanks. I think his were higher priced but ill look into them again. Thanks
TWinter Posted November 20, 2012 Report Posted November 20, 2012 Just ordered one of these as a Turkey Day gift to myself. I'll give a full report after I get it and have it up and working Went with the one from Phillip.
Scopes Posted November 20, 2012 Report Posted November 20, 2012 a little off topic, but i'm just over in kenora and was wondering where you had your annual done - my last one was at a MSC in calgary when i bought the plane, and i recently had some work done at willmar MSC (but we can't have annuals done there as i understand it, must be done in canada) anyway nice to see another mooney so close by
Lowbid Posted November 24, 2012 Report Posted November 24, 2012 I just put mine into use (from Phillip). It works as advertised and quite well so far. I operate a Reiff heater and ceramic interior heater off of it. Ordered covers from Kennon which have yet to arrive.
funvee Posted November 24, 2012 Author Report Posted November 24, 2012 a little off topic, but i'm just over in kenora and was wondering where you had your annual done - my last one was at a MSC in calgary when i bought the plane, and i recently had some work done at willmar MSC (but we can't have annuals done there as i understand it, must be done in canada) anyway nice to see another mooney so close by Hi Scopes, I had mine done by Maple Leaf Aviation in Brandon because that is where I had the import inspection done ask for Dave if you go there. There are a few places that do annuals in St. Andrews though and that would be a shorter hop for you. If you want me to shoot you some names and numbers just let me know. We should put together a fly-in someplace and do lunch. On the Remote... I'm still looking for a lower priced option if anyone comes across one
TWinter Posted November 30, 2012 Report Posted November 30, 2012 Phillip's unit came in yesterday. Within 15 minutes it was up and working perfectly. Very impressed.
funvee Posted December 6, 2012 Author Report Posted December 6, 2012 a little off topic, but i'm just over in kenora and was wondering where you had your annual done - my last one was at a MSC in calgary when i bought the plane, and i recently had some work done at willmar MSC (but we can't have annuals done there as i understand it, must be done in canada) anyway nice to see another mooney so close by Hey Scoops, I would like to retract any recommendation for Maple Leaf in Brandon. I would NOT go back personally. There are lots in St. Andrews though.
funvee Posted December 6, 2012 Author Report Posted December 6, 2012 Does anyone from Canada other than the Lower Ontario region have one of the phillip ones? I heard they work up here but I am cautious because I've been burned before on the "oh ya it'll work fine for you" line. Anyone know what he is charging for his now? Thanks
duke Posted December 16, 2012 Report Posted December 16, 2012 i just got mine from philip) it works in canada whereeaver there is rogers cell coverage
funvee Posted December 25, 2012 Author Report Posted December 25, 2012 Thanks. If his price improves ill give it a try.
Hank Posted December 25, 2012 Report Posted December 25, 2012 Mine works like a charm. His price is cheaper than others I've read about, and requires no work, just plug it in. There are now iPhone & droid apps to control it too.
funvee Posted January 8, 2013 Author Report Posted January 8, 2013 Has anyone bought one of these ones? http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200597872557#ht_4369wt_1413 Price is better at $129usd , I would have to wire the connectors myself which wouldnt take more than a few minutes. Just curious if anyone else went this route. Thanks
duke Posted January 10, 2013 Report Posted January 10, 2013 that one will work, but you will have to get a simm card from local provider etc. It also has an internal antenna. Probably won't work if you have a metal hanger. Phillips box comes with completely wired (with 2 outlets) activated simm card and aux ext ant that can be mounted outside of a metal building. His price is the same as sporty's with ohe outlet, no simm card and no ext ant.
funvee Posted January 10, 2013 Author Report Posted January 10, 2013 I talked to the seller before buying it and he sold me a new model, with ext antennae for the same price. I have to wire it to plugs (5 min work) and pick a pay as you go cell plan but that way I know what coverage I am going to get based on the provider I choose. There is a small charge to activate the plan but depending on the carrier it is pretty cheap ( under $20). I also have to buy a SIM card but I did that from eBay for $3 with free shipping. The new model is AC and has 2 - 30amp relays so it should work well for my setup with Tanis preheat and a cabin warmer. One outlet is phone activated and the other is text controlled. He shipped it the same day I ordered it so i should be able to comment back soon on its functionality. Overall the seller has been awesome so far and my total cost should be well under $175 total. Ill try to post a full run down after installed. Thanks Shawn
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