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Post subject: B55 - Naples, FL Posted: 20 Oct 2021, 14:41 |
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Joined: 08/30/18 Posts: 32 Post Likes: +13 Location: Naples, FL
Aircraft: B55
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Hi all,
I’m a long time reader, and thought I would finally introduce myself. About a year and a half ago, I bought a fairly low time 1974 B55 from a gentleman who had barely flown it for the previous three years. Although it was a solid airplane, the paint was terrible, and I knew with such little use, it’d be a project. IT HAS BEEN! But, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the learning. With the help of my very patient IA and a lot of reading on Beechtalk, I’ve:
- performed two annuals - replaced cracked cylinders - rebuilt brake master cylinders - started my ME training - paused my ME training - removed and sent out an engine for overhaul - reinstalled an engine - replaced more hoses than I thought this plane had - repaired baffles and replaced all baffle seals - Repaired air boxes - finished my ME training - removed obsolete avionics and antennas - patched antenna holes - replaced boost pumps - did some minor avionics upgrades - chased down autopilot issues (thanks Bob Weber) - replaced door seals - replaced nav/strobe and beacon with LEDs - replaced the ELT - repaired and replaced more stuff that I can’t remember right now - and finally, got a brand new paint job!
As it sits now, it’s a solid airplane that is a real joy to fly and works great for our family.
I just want to thank all of those who post regularly here. You’ve helped me tremendously during this project. And, now that I actually know some stuff, I’ll try to contribute as well.
Next on the list is an avionics upgrade, and I’m sure I’ll have some questions…
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Post subject: Re: B55 - Naples, FL Posted: 20 Oct 2021, 15:02 |
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Joined: 08/30/18 Posts: 32 Post Likes: +13 Location: Naples, FL
Aircraft: B55
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Hi Mike, I flew a Grumman Tiger for about 7 years before upgrading to the Baron.
I’m hearing hangar waits are a year or two now, but not sure on that, could be more. I pay about $500 a month for a hangar I can juuuussst fit my Baron in.
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Post subject: Re: B55 - Naples, FL Posted: 21 Oct 2021, 09:09 |
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Joined: 08/30/18 Posts: 32 Post Likes: +13 Location: Naples, FL
Aircraft: B55
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Thanks all for the kind words.
Bill, Okeechobee Painting Center at KOBE did the paint for me. They really did a great job at a reasonable price. I’d definitely recommend them.
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