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JAZZ - prebuy
I should have figured you may be looking at the one at Lane (guess you wouldn't want them to do the pre-buy ;>(
You should check the rear engine since it is original. It probably has the VAR crank that will need replacing (probably the front as well) if the cases are split (6k$ each). Also see if it is a "C" or "CB". IF "C" then check to see if there is a "H" on the case for heavy duty. I am not sure which engine was delivered with AC.
2) check AD on props. There was a problem with inspection of bolts with the earlier props. The annual inspection is no longer authorized by McCauley.
3) would consider borescope or pull a jug to check for corrosion on engine (rear). 1200 hrs is pretty low time.
4) Check dates on gear hoses and fuel hoses. They may need to be replaced. About 2500 dollars plus labor for all.
5) Flight test to check pressurization would be a MUST, also to check to see if you can hold press to 20k. Seals around control cables may be shot.
******Other note********
There is NO Air conditioning and you are going to find this AC extremely warm. You will need to put 20k aside to keep your head from frying unless you plan to run this north of the 40th parrellel. Try it on a warm day to see if you can accept it this way.
"They" say the engine is rated at 250hp at 37 inches. WRONG. Try 225 hp. There are no mods to get to 250 hp unless you go to the SUPER Skyrocket with a pair of 540's/
Just passing comments.....
if you are not familiar with the P337, he rated performance figures quoted are erring on the optomistic side.
Bob
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