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by hogster50
Mon Jul 08, 2019 1:25 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: How to value a DA20
Replies: 34
Views: 16956

Re: How to value a DA20

For me I would overhaul engine myself. That way I know who did it and I choose which company does it. People looking for low ball IMO are not fair to the seller. It's not the way to approach an aircraft purchase. I wouldn't counter too! Upgrading/repairing again IMO I rather choose who does it. So b...
by hogster50
Mon Jul 08, 2019 12:46 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: DA40
Replies: 18
Views: 5010

Re: DA40

Does the 40 require rudder cable replacement time out? My mission Boatguy is xcountry with wife most times, friends and fam other times. Not much of around the patch. Some short xcountries while others aprox 800-1000 mls
by hogster50
Sun Jul 07, 2019 3:35 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: DA40
Replies: 18
Views: 5010

DA40

Hi I currently have a DA20 and it will be sold next week. Had her for 15yrs. DA40 owners how do you like the 40? Is it under powered as one owner told me? Can it take 4 people or is it a 3 seat craft? I am aware one can reduce fuel to make weight. I flew one at Diamond fest years ago but only two pe...
by hogster50
Sun Jan 06, 2019 8:58 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: C1 - Engine quits on roll-out after landing
Replies: 14
Views: 6555

Re: C1 - Engine quits on roll-out after landing

I had same issue. Took it to Diamond service center and they tuned induction system, fuel setup with proper gauges. Never had an issue again and didn't have to anything to throttle or mixture once at idle for landing roll..
by hogster50
Sun Jan 06, 2019 8:55 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: cockpit & intrument lights
Replies: 9
Views: 5587

Re: cockpit & intrument lights

I'm going to look into the following. FIBERLITE INSTRUMENT LIGHTING SYSTEM .Fiber optic lighting ribbon around gauge. The dome light works but not very well. also the Whelen landing light mentioned.
by hogster50
Sun Jan 06, 2019 8:49 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: Leaning the DA20 C1 IO240 engine
Replies: 13
Views: 6829

Re: Leaning the DA20 C1 IO240 engine

I was at Diamond fest some years ago. They told me the engine will run all day at high RPM. 2400 plus. I run mine at different RPM settings during cruise. It's just me, I figure it's good not running at same RPM, like a car. But it's just me..... I change my oil and filter 25hrs. I have a MT prop....
by hogster50
Sun Jan 06, 2019 8:08 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: Buying a DA-20
Replies: 10
Views: 6919

Re: Buying a DA-20

I have a 1998 c1 for 15 years. Great plane, and yes cons are small and no ifr. I was never stranded and maint. very good, zero time engine now and 4 cycl engines much cheaper than 6. Ins cheap at least for me. I have over 2k hrs in many different airplanes. I have the MT prop which is great. Fuel bu...
by hogster50
Sun Jan 06, 2019 7:15 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: KLX 135a
Replies: 0
Views: 1437

KLX 135a

Hi Has anyone replaced the 135a? If so, which unit did you go with? Would anyone know where I could get a used 135a? Mine has a battery mounting issue. The last shop that replaced battery messed up pads on pcb so no contact with battery. I'm thinking about another used 135a or gnc 250xl. I know some...
by hogster50
Thu Jan 28, 2016 4:38 pm
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: Looks like the upholstery could use some work, too...
Replies: 3
Views: 2161

Re: Looks like the upholstery could use some work, too...

Reports do not care about true facts, just ratings and views. In an emergency, land anywhere and pick the safest place. Just watch out for idiots and we see them every day in cars.
by hogster50
Wed Nov 25, 2015 11:49 am
Forum: DA20 Forum
Topic: Cont. engine rebuild
Replies: 5
Views: 3434

Cont. engine rebuild

Can anyone rec. an engine re-builder in the US? Northeast but not necessary. Or know of low time engines forsale? Thanks