Recent content by c08joseph

Hi Sam, weather rolled in so ground run only. Bits and pieces of overhaul work done—top was done also. I believe it is 1630SMOH but I’d have to check the logs again. My advice, better options available.

We followed the cessna special prep instructions perfectly because we are highly qualified pilots and mechanics withyears of experience and thousands of hours. Still had an awful start. If you need any special prep tip let me know and I can pass along my wisdom. Lots of sputtering in this bird...

Hey Samuel, I looked at the plane—log books are in disarray. Sometimes that is normal for older planes but these are rough. Cylinder P/N requires 24* BTDC due to AD. Airplane hasnt flown a single hour in 2 years. I’d moved on. I’m walking away. Start-up was rough with lots of priming needed.

Samuel, Did you buy it? Seems to have some weak engine issues and pending ADs I am looking into the airplane if still unsold.

Here is the annual logbook entry from Feb2018 (attached). The AD states to reset timing back to 28* BTDC once aftermarket cylinders are installed. Based on the annual write-up (attached) it appears these are the original cylinders...? TTSMOH is 1630. TTSN 5302. Any more information about the...