moparrob66
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Hey kids- Im considering the purchase of an experienced 172....1961 model. It appears to be in great shape. Needs an annual and probably a major overhaul in 1000 hours or less. I can probably handle that if I can get it at the right price, but an acquaintance of mine has his 182 in the shop right now for a firewall replacement. Major disassembly, hundreds of rivets drilled out, basically everything forward of the seats is un-done to get it re-done right. Hes bracing for a $60,000 bill. Is anything like this likely or common on an old 172?
I know anything is possible, but I hate expensive surprises I can't mitigate without paying someone else. Airplane ownership is fraught with financial peril, but whats the worst news I can get at annual?
I know anything is possible, but I hate expensive surprises I can't mitigate without paying someone else. Airplane ownership is fraught with financial peril, but whats the worst news I can get at annual?