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    I hate my January annuals

    Thanks. My AP said he didn't see any spalling, just the pitting. During the time I've owned it, there were no problems making static RPM. If it weren't for the aluminum in the filter, I wouldn't have suspected any issues at all with the engine.
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    I hate my January annuals

    Indeed, so secret it was included in the original posting
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    I hate my January annuals

    Here it is...
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    I hate my January annuals

    Unfortunately not. I did see them though - they were thin shards of aluminum, about 5-10 mm in length and the thickness smaller than thin sewing needle
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    I hate my January annuals

    Thanks. I'm trying to get a sense of what options are available, and I did contact AirPower. Unfortunately the lead time for a Lycoming overhaul, rebuild or new engine is at least 26 weeks. My mechanic let me know when I bought the plane that I'd need to get some engine work done within a few...
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    I hate my January annuals

    I was wondering recently how long it lakes the average aircraft owner to think in terms of AMUs rather than dollars. For me, it was a very quick transition!
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    I hate my January annuals

    That's great. I'll send them an email to see if there is one in stock.
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    I hate my January annuals

    Thanks. My AP mentioned Penn Yan so I'm sure he'll call them on Monday. The engine is about 1300 TSMOH, last done in 1996
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    I hate my January annuals

    I don't think the cam is making metal. There was no sign of anything other than aluminum in the filter, and I sent an oil sample out for testing at the last oil change and all values were in the normal range. I don't have an engine dryer but try to fly weekly if I can.
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    I hate my January annuals

    Thanks Dan. My mechanic said the cylinders are in pretty good shape, notwithstanding the one causing the piston pin plug issue. Since the camshaft is pitted with no spalling, perhaps one way to go is to overhaul this cylinder, reassemble the engine and fly it until I start see signs of other...
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    I hate my January annuals

    I'm worried that this year my annual sign off may be in August!!
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    I hate my January annuals

    Before he pulled the cylinder, my AP was recommending a top overhaul. He said the cylinders look good and was suggesting overhauling/chroming them. I'd assume that may still be an option with a major
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    I hate my January annuals

    Unfortunately my AP doesn't do overhauls. He said he'd check his network of shops to see who might be able to do it, but I have have a feeling I'll need to cast the net wide to get lucky.
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    I hate my January annuals

    Almost a year ago to the day, I was told during the annual that my Cherokee that I owned for less than six months would likely never fly again. That indeed turned out to be the case. Some of you may remember my saga...
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    Sold SOLD Bendix/King KX155/KX165 Display for 14/28 VDC P/N 037-00073-0000 (Factory New)

    I didn't open the sealed packaging, so I'm not sure how many pins. But it's the standard display module for the KX155.
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    Sold SOLD Bendix/King KX155/KX165 Display for 14/28 VDC P/N 037-00073-0000 (Factory New)

    Bendix/King KX155/KX165 Display for 14/28 VDC P/N 037-00073-0000 (Factory New) $775 + shipping, Paypal F&F I bought this as a replacement for my KX155 LED display that was starting to fail, but ended up not getting the radio repaired. It is brand new, sealed and unopened, as seen in the photo...
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    Panel upgrade: Who gets old avionics?

    I recently did an upgrade and the shop offered me $500 for my transponder. I declined and was able to sell it on a forum for $1100. So it may be worthwhile to see what stuff is selling for privately. For low value items, it might be more convenient to let the shop keep them.
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    For Sale Overhauled Narco Nav-121 VOR/LOC Indicator NAV Receiver

    Narco Nav-121 receiver, recently overhauled by Mike's Avionics - "meets all manufacturer's specs". $900 + shipping, Paypal F&F
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    Century IIB autopilot troubleshooting

    Have you contacted Bob Weber (https://webairconsulting.com/)? I spoke to him regarding issues I had with my IIB, and he is very knowledgeable. If you're comfortable with a multimeter, he can do troubleshooting over the phone with you.
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    New GNX 375/ GI 275 install - "Receiver Failure"

    I think the menu page had options like METARs, TAFs, Sigmets, Pireps etc. I didn't see menu options that would be obvious solutions to the problem. I'll check them again next time I'm at the plane.
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