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Old August 13th 05, 05:02 PM
170driver
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Default Avion Research - Panels

Word to the prudent - If you are ever thinking of doing a panel rebuild
in your plane check out all others before going to A.R. Once bitten
twice shy!

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Old August 13th 05, 05:06 PM
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I have hear good things about them and their panel looks nice, but have
no personal experience. What was the problem.

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Old August 14th 05, 07:39 AM
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Yes, they do look nice but the problem comes with the paper work or
lack there of. Unless the panel replicates what exists in your plane
the mod is considered a "major repair" and needs at STC, PMA . Avion
soes not provide this. My 170 was modified extensively about 6 years
ago by the former owner. Other 170 owners have also done this mod. It
is an easily over looked item when one buys an airplane. A new buyer
focuses on damage history and airframe and engine times. The reality
is you need the paper work for this mod. Those that have purchased
directly ( I have not) from Avion claim that Avion "promised" to
provide the paperwork but they do not follow through. I am in the
process of trying to get a field check. FWIW

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Old August 15th 05, 01:20 AM
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http://www.avion.com/FAR%20COMPLIANC...able__far_.htm

Sheds a little light on Avion's stand on the issue. Not saying it's good
nor bad, only interesting and Buyer Beware.
Jim


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Old August 15th 05, 08:39 PM
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Almost any major avionics shop will fabricate a new modern flat panel
*AND* do a 337. All they need is a CNC machine and some aluminum.
Getting a silkscreener or engraver to add placards is a nice touch,
too.

Avion has had a good share of bad user experiences that I've read in
various sites. So, for the cost of the panel plus your own(or A&P's)
labor, you'd be better served to have a shop do it.

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Old October 17th 13, 11:29 AM
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I have hear good things about them and their solar panels looks nice, but have
no personal experience. What was the problem.
These panels are nice and effective.. I am sharing my personal experience and never faced any problem

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