Why would you want the annual done in nice weather?

Because *I'm* the one out there at the tiedown pulling panels, seats,
etc., and
it's hard to hold wrenches in temperatures like we're seeing now. I'm
absolutely
not going to be doing it in 18" of snow! It's not a whole lot of fun in
the
rain, either (but I've done it).

You're an A&P, George? Or are you saying your A&P doesn't let you do the
prep work in his shop?

I just got home from spending 9 hours in my mechanic's heated hangar,
tearing the plane apart, and changing the oil/filter. In theory, tomorrow
he only needs to peek inside everything with his flashlight, check the
compressions, and sign me off for another year. (HA! It NEVER works out
that way...)

Well, and then cut my wings up with his Dremel tool for the landing light
installation. Man, I just cringe at the thought!
--
Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"