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I have read this entire thread and must say that I am more confused than enlightened. I was under the impression that LOP developed more heat in the cylinders. And fuel was used as a coolant. I have an "E" model Mooney with a brand new injected engine in it and I am worried about the...

Are there any "B" model owners that can give me some encouragement on buying a "B". I have been wondering why they were only manufactured for one year? Is there something wrong with them? I have a pristine 1961 B picked out to buy, but, I don't have enough information on them. Any help will...

Thanks guys, I did a little more research I found the following: O-360-A1A180 hp (134 kW) at 2700 rpm, Minimum fuel grade 100 or 100LL avgas, compression ratio 8.50:1. The base model. A four cylinder, horizontally opposed, air cooled, direct drive engine which includes provisions for...

I am in the process of looking for a Mooney to purchase. I realize that the Model "B" was made for only one year and that it was the first all metal version. The only thing I can find different on a "B" to an early "C" is the engine model 180 hp "A1A" vs "A1D". Am I missing something here or...

Thanks guys, I can tell by the postings that it all boils down to if it ain't broke don't mess with it and if it is broke there are highly qualified people to fix it. I am looking forward to our Mooney purchase in the next few weeks and hours of enjoyable flying time. Thanks again, Maurice

I am in the process of looking to buy a Mooney model "B" through "F" and am confused about the weeping fuel tanks. What I read about O&N bladders is that they are only warranted for 5 years at a cost of somewhere around 7 grand installed. It looks to me like a reseal, if done properly, will...

Here is a copy of the reply that Barron Thomas sent me after the one on making a deposit: We don't give out N numbers over the Internet or phone, that's why you have not received an answer Do you want to come fly it? Barron I don't think so buddy! :nonod:

If you will check out the ads that Barron Thomas has right now (Feb 2010) he has a 1963 Mooney "C" for $28500. The first time I called he answered me right back and said that he had a deposit on it from a buyer and would keep me posted on what transpired. Two weeks later I called him to see...