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 Post subject: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon Mod
PostPosted: 18 May 2023, 12:08 
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Location: Tucson, AZ (57AZ)
Aircraft: 1960 Bonanza M35
My business use for an airplane has been diminishing for some time. That's a good thing as I'm slowing down. My wife doesn't fly with me, my kids are grown and out of the house and I'm just not flying much. Not that long ago I had a pressurized twin, then went to a normally aspirated twin, and now I have this awesome rocket of a Bonanza. But I have to admit to myself that I'm at a point where it makes sense to sell the Bonanza and take a break. Not long ago I was flying +/- 175 hours per year. In 2023 I've flown barely more than 10 hours in 15 flights. 2/3 of those flights were 0.5 hours or less just taking the airplane out to exercise it and not let it sit.

I bought this airplane last fall from BT member Austin Gunder who, with his father, both A&Ps, essentially rebuilt this airplane. It had suffered a prop strike (not gear up) 10-15 years prior and had sat in a hangar ever since. They spent several months bringing it back to life. In addition to doing a major overhaul on the engine and prop, as you can expect nearly all mechanical systems needed work. For the most part, the systems that were not rebuilt/overhauled to get back to flying status have been taken care of over the last four years and 350 hours of flying. The last couple of years has proven very high dispatch reliability with only minor squawks and planned maintenance.

Essentially all of the avionics are less than four years old with most being less than one year old.

A typical cruise is full MP at altitude (8-10k), 2,400 RPM, and 12.5 GPH LOP for 170 KTAS. I have seen a 1,800 fpm initial climb rate when cool outside and solo and a 1,200 fpm climb at 135 MPH indicated while climbing through 10,000 ft.
Video: https://www.dropbox.com/s/pn6j8hbrf8qt4 ... 7.MOV?dl=0

* items below that are less than one year old

Asking $179,000

1960 M35 Bonanza, D-6303; AFTT: +/- 4500

- D’Shannon 550 Engine Upgrade/Baffles

- D’Shannon Extended Baggage

- D’Shannon Large 3rd Window

- D’Shannon Speed Slope Windshield

- D'Shannon Pilot/Passenger Windows

- D’Shannon Late Model Ventilation

- BAS Shoulder Harnesses

- Smith Flap/Aileron Gap Seals

- Cleveland Brakes
- Rosen Visors
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- WAT G3 PAR-46 LED Landing Light*
- WAT Model 9052055 LED Beacon*
- Door Stewards, Main, and Baggage Doors*
- Covercraft Sheepskin Seat Covers, Front Seats*
- Empty weight 2090 lb
- Useful load 860 lb
- Empty CG 79.50


Continental IO-550-B6A; SMOH: +/- 350

- GAMI Injectors

- D’Shannon Baffles

- Challenger Permanent Oil Filter*
- New Aluminum Prop/Mixture/Throttle Knobs*


Hartzell PHC-L3YF-1RF Super Scimitar; SMOH: +/- 350



Avionics:

- PS450B Audio Panel

- Garmin GNX 375 WAAS GPS/ADSB In/Out

- Garmin GNC 255 NAV/COM

- Dual Garmin G5s*
- Garmin GAD 13 OAT/TAS Interface for the G5*
- GFC500 Autopilot with YD*
- KY197 COM

- JPI 830 Engine Monitor w/ Fuel Flow
- LHS (Landing Height System)

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Recent MX:

- Engine Overhaul 4/2019

- Prop Overhaul 4/2019

- Boost Pump Overhaul 4/2019

- All new engine hoses 4/2019

- GeeBee Aero Firewall Fwd Ducting/Chafe Seals 4/2019

- New Lord Mounts 4/2019

- New Tires 4/2019

- New Starter 4/2019

- New Alternator 4/2019

- New Slick Mags/Harness 4/2019

- New Brake Hoses/Master Cylinders/Brake Calipers Rebuilt 4/2019

- New Battery 4/2019

- BAS Shoulder Harness Install 7/2019

- Flap Motor Overhauled 2/2020 (Kevin O)

- Nose Strut Rebuilt 3/2020

- Replaced All Landing Gear Rod Ends 3/2020

- Main Gear Struts Rebuilt 2/2021

- New Brake Pads 2/2021

- IFR Certification 11/2022

- Landing Gear Motor Overhauled 11/2021 (Kevin O)
- New left auxiliary fuel cell 11/2022
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- Annual Inspection completed March 2023*

I'll provide a few photos and a link to another 85 photos. Links to logs, etc are also provided.

Photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/47g2t4ixpuqf ... HaFca?dl=0

Logs: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/17haf91g2dud ... OgtIa?dl=0

FAA CD: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/dvircc2gjbjf ... vFdMa?dl=0


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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
PostPosted: 19 May 2023, 07:50 
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Looks like a fast and beautiful Bo, sorry to hear you're not flying as much as you once did.

Out of curiosity, is the useful load so low (compared to other Bos I see here) because of the model? It's a bit lower than what I normally see for a Bo with upgraded avionics.


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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
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Looks like a fast and beautiful Bo, sorry to hear you're not flying as much as you once did. Out of curiosity, is the useful load so low (compared to other Bos I see here) because of the model? It's a bit lower than what I normally see for a Bo with upgraded avionics.


NOTE: I just went and looked at a number of for-sale ads for early 35 series Bonanzas. Not a single one listed the useful load in the ad.

I don't claim to be an expert but the following is what I've been told:

The M35 did not get a gross weight increase with the addition of the -550 as many Bonanza models did so it remains at the original certification weight of 2,950 lb. However, tip tanks are available for the M35 and they increase the gross weight by 200 pounds - even if there is no fuel in them. So it seems, an M35 will fly just fine at a gross weight of 3,150 lb. Of course, I would never suggest anyone fly an airplane over the legal gross weight :D

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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
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I spy one of my decals on the panel under the GFC500 :thumbup:

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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
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Location: Virginia Beach, VA (KCPK)
Aircraft: 1972 Cessna 310Q
As Ken mentioned, I traded this M35 for his Cessna 310Q last year due to my family outgrowing it. While I love the 310 and the utility it provides, I sure miss the performance and harmony of this airplane. With the older light airframe, the 550 and the Super Scimitar, this is the true "fast one!" It is a pure joy to fly.

As stated, nearly every system on the airplane has been overhauled in the last 5 years using the knowledge and resources on this forum as a guide. Ken has continued with some very nice upgrades during his stewardship. If any prospective buyers have specific questions on the scope or detail of any of the work that was done, I would be happy to provide the background.

Dealing with Ken is also a pleasure. He is straightforward and responsive. I can't help but be a bit jealous, someone is going to be very happy!

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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
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I've also been told that from the K35 on, there were no changes through the last V35B in the wing, landing gear, etc., so there doesn't seem to be a lack of structural integrity to support greater weight.


You were told wrong...

This from a previous K35 owner, a current V35A project owner, and a owner that reskinned a full set of V35B wings for that V35A project...

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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
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You were told wrong... This from a previous K35 owner, a current V35A project owner, and a owner that reskinned a full set of V35B wings for that V35A project...


What is correct?

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 Post subject: Re: FS: M35, Low Time IO-550, New Garmin Avionics, D'Shannon
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You were told wrong... This from a previous K35 owner, a current V35A project owner, and a owner that reskinned a full set of V35B wings for that V35A project...


What is correct?


Short answer is three different spars, although the V35B spars can replace the V35A spars. They have different leading edges on all three, although the V35A and V35B are similar other than rivets used. The structure for fuel tank installations are different. There is different structure behind the spars for removal of the aux tank option in V35A and V35B. Then there are all kinds of small changes between them like step reinforcement, fuel vents, spar bolt sizes, wingtips, etc. Those are just the ones that I can remember off the top of my head.

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New asking price. $179,000.

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