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I've got a local shop on the field that might have an ACU in stock. I like to support them when I can so I'll ask them when they return from Oshkosh in a couple days. I figure the install is at least a month out as I still need to buy the nav antenna and get some wiring to start building the...

Well, I just pulled the trigger on the Trig Nav/Com as the wife gave the green light to buy it. Now to start building a harness and planning out the antenna install.

That is odd. Kinda sucks as it would be nice to connect directly to the Aspen without the need of the ACU. Not only would it save cost, but it would save complexity and weight.

The SL-30 also requires the ACU according to the Aspen install manual. I asked Trig about connecting to the Aspen as well but haven't gotten an answer yet. But I looked at photos of other Trig/Aspen combos and they all appear to have the ACU in the picture as well.

The new Garmin units wouldn't require the ACU, but they also don't have a built in intercom.

I've got the Aspen install manual and communicated with them directly. The ACU is required for the Trig nav/com to connect to it. While not overly complicated, it adds cost to the project. Another option would be to install a more traditional nav indicator and skip connecting it to the Aspen...

I have yet to find a reason I need all of the additional functions/features of the PAR 200B. As my plane is a 2-place airplane I feel something like the Trig TX56A would cover all the bases. It provides a Nav/Com with the ability to monitor the standby frequencies. Has a built in 2 place...

Reviving this thread to see if opinions have changed or not. I'm also adding an updated photo of my panel. Goal: Currently using the Colt for IFR training in SoCal, the typical IFR flying out of my home airport of KOXR is punching through a marine layer, but rarely do we have thick IFR...

At least its a step in the right direction.

We love our PA22-108 Colt. We've had it just over a year now. It's basically a 2 seat Tripacer with a Lyc O-235 engine so climb and top speed are a little less than a tripacer will give you but it hasn't been an issue for us in Southern California. At 2400 RPM I cruise just above 100 mph...

Pretty much what I did. I used this to make my own water slide decals similar to what you get when you build a plastic model from the hobby store. Requires a bit more work than a label maker but I was able to create decals that look exactly how I wanted...

Thanks everyone. Definitely considering one as it will easily replace my PSA-400 intercom and not need to be in the radio stack.

Anyone got the PMA-4000 installed in your plane? If so, how do you like it? Looking for any pros or cons as there doesn't seem to be much info on the interwebs about it other than its a small form factor audio panel.

I used this one today https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B28HRSBP?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Is it too early to start wondering what companies will have sales and what they might be?

I was thinking the same thing. I can hear all kinds of things in my headset but its because before I owned the plane there was no ground block installed anywhere and all the grounds were haphazardly connected to various parts of the panel. While doing upgrades I've been fixing the grounds as I...

I just went through this debate and installed the Aspen Pro with oversight from my A&P/IA. I like the layout and organization of the Aspen over the dual G5's and install was easier as I wasn't building a harness for two units. I also didn't have to plumb two units into the pitot/static system...

My Garmin running watch also has a pulse oximeter built into it, but I've never had any luck getting it to get me a reading.

That is an interesting dilemma. I'm guessing the setup section doesn't allow you to assign what you want in the data blocks across the top of the G3.

Curious as to the reasoning on this. Is it because the O-235 is a low HP engine? Great record of reaching TBO? My thoughts are that an engine monitor gives peace of mind that everything is functioning properly as well as the ability to troubleshoot any issues before they become bigger issues. Am...