65 Year Old Comanche 250 RESCUE Hasn’t Run in YEARS

[@shanesdiy]

It means so much to our family that these airplanes will be saved and find good homes. Shawn and I had such a great time hanging out and working with Jason and Joe for a few days. We made some lasting memories and friendships. We especially appreciate you sharing Dad's legacy and his incredible history and contribution to aviation. Looking forward to your next trip out to get the planes in the air once again! We'll be there! You guys are the best.

[@rebuildrescue]

@@shanesdiy Shane, man it was awesome hanging out with you guys up at the airpark. So much fun…. Like hanging out with family. Can’t come back there and get these old birds back in the sky !

[@timburdick6207]

Hey Jason, thanks for the great memories about the Piper Comanche. I received my commercial pilot license and my initial CFI rating in a Comanche 260. The very first thing I noticed about flying this aircraft, is that the only slow thing about this aircraft was the pilot flying it! It took several flight lessons in the Comanche before I got a good handle on it. Once all the ratings where complete, I did fly the Comanche 260 on part 135 charter flights. Plus, I did a number of instructional flights for folks who wanted to get their commercial pilot license in a Comanche. It’s just a great aircraft all-around. Thanks again for all the great memories………

[@rebuildrescue]

@@timburdick6207 One of these two airplanes will be my first ride in a Comanche. I’ve heard they’re pretty slick and almost Sportscar like. Can’t wait to feel how they fly. Thank you for watching Tim !

[@timburdick6207]

@@rebuildrescue Hey Jason, one word of caution about flying the Comanche, it will spoil you for flying other single engine aircraft! It happened to me! Have lots of fun flying the Comanche and thanks for your comments…….

[@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304]

This is a bonanza fans most hated aircraft. Because they outperform a bonanza in every single metric.

[@alanpettibone]

You can see the happiness and memories wash over the brothers as y’all were taxiing that lovely ol’ bird. Awesome video!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for being apart of the channel and supporting us Alan

[@BamaDad]

I really, really enjoyed this episode! The seeing a plane that had been taken good care of even though it hadn't been flown in years reminds of of my late father. He was a flight detachment commander in the U.S. Army. I would always go with him to the airport as a small boy and hang out all day while he got in his flight time. I went in every hanger that was open and marveled at the aircraft, Hung out in the tower with the facility managers Irish Setters and every now and again get to go fly. I solo'd at 13 years old and even though I never got my license I have loved aircraft my whole life! Seeing the two brothers faces when they toook the plane out to taxi was worth the whole thing to me, reminded me of good times. Thanks for the video, now I am going to go wipe this wet stuff that is falling down my face!

[@rebuildrescue]

@@BamaDad The more we do these Airplane rescues the more we find folks that really have a deep connection with their airplanes and see that they’re engrained in their lives and families. It’s such an honor to be invited into their world and families…. Hearing the story’s and seeing the joy. Thank you for sharing your story. The story’s and memories are proof of the love and joy others brought into our lives just like your father brought into yours. 👍🏼

[@daveh4893]

When I was a teenager in the early 70s, my dad (an Air Force pilot) bought a 1964 Comanche 250 (N6394P). Great traveling plane that we took many cross country trips in. Years later, I read about the exploits of Max Conrad and the amazing flights he did in Comanches.

[@kevinmerrell9952]

What a great aircraft! Thanks for rescuing this bird, whoever ends up with it is LUCKY!

[@aussie4142]

OR UNLUCKY LIKE SAM!!!!!!!!!

[@johnkilgore1055]

Absolutely love the 250Comanche! A ‘58 on my field is much like yours. However, it’s got two Garmin 430’s and Piper Autopilot. Add the wood grain kit (rosewood burl) and it’s super cool! With the LoPriesty 3-blade STC prop it climbs like a home sick angel! At 10,000’ the tabbed prop give 1.5” more manifold pressure and boosts the true airspeed several kts. 160kts true is typical at 8-10k msl. Fuel burn is 12.5-14gph. The twin Comanche (aka Twinkies!) are my favorite twins 2-160hp Lycomings @ 7.5gph each at 160-170kts! With a VG kit they practically won’t stall/roll (demonstrate VMC). With the Garmin G300 avionics suite, they’re as modern as tomorrow! I’ll take a Comanche over a Bonanza or Mooney anytime. The Lycoming engines make the difference. High TBO’s and often make it or beyond. Continentals seldom make TBO w/o a top o/h.

[@LNC4P]

That AFD is from 2001 and it isn't faded. That is awesome right there.

[@TXFlyer32]

Our family plane was a Comanche 260B, enjoyed every minute of this one. 👍

[@MrJohnBos]

The Piper Comanche was one of the best planes ever built. They were fast, had good useful load and looked good on the ramp. If it wasn't for the flood at the Piper factory in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, there would be a lot more them flying today.

[@jadeng1147]

As would the PA-40

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

Great video Jason, and what a great rescue! So nice that the sons could experience some good memories with it. This one should raise some good money for the 401.

[@rebuildrescue]

It was so awesome to be apart of it! Thank you for your constant support Brother

[@peterh4761]

I still remember i was working under a twin camanche in a hanger in Cambridge in the uk (g-atsz) when a man from Spain somewhere taxied in through the hanger door in a camanche engine running and casually parked it between 2 aircraft. I became aware of wind and shouting 🤣😂....Anglo saxon words and things. Always loved the look of the single and twin. The twin looks bloody fast sat on the tarmac. Oily beasts them. I did a sheet metal repair under the di boot on atsz. They resprayed it and she looked beautiful. Just a cautionary note....be careful on the twin with the oil filters. It was difficult to get anything in there to tighten them and we sometimes had issues not getting them to leak......had to do the kill hand signal and have another look! Trying to clean their brand of golden syrup off the tarmac was like herding squirrels with a spade. Turns out the single pilot wasn't very happy. One of our mateys sent it up with the inspection panels loose. Hey from the UK 🇬🇧

[@oscarNewman-v8z]

Two days of the week i look forward to. Rebuild rescue and ship happens one day after the other. Ok no 401 but love all the content. From wales uk

[@Durandalski]

I've always been fond of the Comanche. When I was very little (I've been obsessed with aviation as long as I can remember) when other kids wanted toy jets and P51s I asked for a toy that looked like the pipers and cessans at my local airport. It just so happened Matchbox made a die cast Piper Comanche, I got one, and it was one of my favorite toys for years.

[@jimjenkins3313]

I knew you'd get it started. Cool that you all took a little ride also. Nice work Jason.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you Jim. We appreciate all your support 👍🏻

[@johannbrink7991]

Jason if you want an easy non evasive way to clean off battery acid build up inside the battery box and the terminals make a mixture of baking soda and water, a table spoon of baking soda to approximately 500ml of water. Brush over all surfaces and watch it bubbles off. Rinse with clean water and dry off. Put a thin layer of copper grease on the terminals to avoid any corrosion again. Johann

[@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304]

You're the first person in the world to ever come up with the idea of using baking soda for ph neutralizing. Genius!

[@stephenraley6621]

My dad had a Comanche 250, and we owned a Twin Comanche together. Great airplanes! Interesting to land, you have to fly them on to get a greaser.

[@boogerwood]

Heck yeah! I fly a 1959 Comanche 250! And yes, it IS the muscle car in the sky.

[@Kjp-hf7hp]

I did my high performance/complex in a Comanche. It was fast, sleek and mimicks traits of the Mustang. They aren't like landing a 172 though lol, takes a minute.

[@carygrant8796]

My friend Norm owned 8230P which I flew with him throughout Arizona. He owned it from the start and it still had the original paint and instruments which he was very proud of. I loved flying the Comanche but I’m glad I didn’t have to pay to fill the 90 gallon tanks. Watch the bungees for the gear and ADs for tail and muffler. Age finally caught up with Norm and he donated it to the Commemorative Air Force. They in turned sold it to someone who landed it gear up in Fresno. I found a video of the landing and it appears the plane is no longer registered. I don’t know the details of the gear malfunction but I hope it wasn’t because the owners went cheap on maintenance. It was a beautiful airplane. Norm went west when he flipped his C120 landing on his farm in upstate New York. He was shot down twice in WWII and the second time he bailed out the B24 he became a POW of the NAZIs. Godspeed Norm.

[@brianworthington8493]

Really love the new content, Jason! Get to the 401 when you can. It is okay to show new rescues.

[@frankpuleo2009]

Another awesome find! good luck for her new owners…BTW my uncle had this plane for 10 yrs before updating to a Baron 58.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching Frank! It's awesome hearing from you

[@bettertimes4026]

Hey! Jack Christopherson is my grandpa! I am the daughter of his second eldest son, Keven. His two oldest sons, Kary and Keven (my dad), were/are full-time professional pilots all of their careers. Uncle Kary is a retired Fed Ex pilot, and my dad, Keven, is still a full-time corporate pilot. We are a family of pilots! Even now, the smell of a hanger is nostalgic for me. I grew up around it all my life. Thanks for this great video. It's so fun to see Uncle Shawn and Uncle Shane on KZbin!

[@rebuildrescue]

@@bettertimes4026 I’m so happy you stopped in here to give us more of Jacks story. I haven’t met Kary and Keven yet. I’m going to have to reach out to them! Such an amazing history of aviation !

[@YenaS-l7g]

That's a beautiful smile on the original owners what a treet and only basic clean up and it started on the first try once you sorted out ground problem wow that's awesome what a great plane ❤🎉😂

[@rebuildrescue]

It was awesome, super excited to see what comes next👍🏻

[@kevinsislo7160]

Nicely done Jason and Joe!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you Kevin

[@edwardstephens247]

This is definitely a keeper! Outstanding 1st start.

[@stevejones924]

Hope the 250 works out to be ok because in MFS2020 flight simulator, they LOVE the Commanche 250 there!

[@bobmoyer8864]

What a great rescue!! How great to bring the family to be a part of bringing this beautiful airplane back to life.... I can't wait to see it fly. Take your time and be safe.... when do we get to see the Saratoga.... you guys have soooooo many great projects..... you need more workers..... lol Bob

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching and supporting, we wouldn't be able to do this without you all! We are slowly but surely making progress on a lot of projects, thank you for your patience and we can't wait to show you all what we've been up to!

[@rebuildrescue]

@@bobmoyer8864 We decided to do a complete engine overhaul on the Saratoga. Unfortunately that meant waiting over 8 months for just the cylinders to be overhauled because new ones aren’t available. The engine overhaul shop has it now and we should have it back in 12 weeks or so.

[@bobmoyer8864]

Thanks for the update… did the sale for the original 235 go through and how is the new (to you guys) doing?

[@davemajor1884]

Love the Comanche and loved this episode a lot. I got about 130 hours in a 260 so it’s my favorite plane.

[@wespotter6985]

Love the twin, One of the most beautiful aircraft of all time

[@jamesvrablic6832]

I learned to fly in a Comanche 250. It had the wing main tanks at 30 gallons apiece and the tip tanks held 15 gallons apiece. 90 gallons got you a long way in that bird.

[@wezsworld2737]

What a beauty! Have a 61 model!

[@003bobjones]

That plane has great story behind it those are the best rescues. So far looks one better rescue of airplanes that not gone to be ton work to get back in air

[@RobertFerrell-t7t]

It’s always good to see your successes and this is yet another one to put on the chalkboard👍 Always remember that takeoffs are optional, but landings are mandatory 😳

[@rcusick973]

Very cool airplane! Finally a plane that's not a maintenance nightmare lol. Good luck with it

[@BeauInPDX]

Awesome video and story, can't wait to watch this one progress. Apparently now I want one, didn't realize till today!

[@peterh4761]

Having a drain on the gascolator is actually a good thing. 2 drones = twice the drains to possibly leak.

[@Pilotc180]

The Comanche 250 is a great old airplane😀

[@johnkorff1118]

The first ever plane I flew in was a 260C that my friend's dad had back in the 90's. He also built a composite version called the Ravin 500. I believe there is one flying in the US that is crazy beautiful. If you like Comanches you need to look into getting a Ravin (think it's called a Pcad now ). You can look at the specs. Non-type certified is way cheaper to own and operate and most of the time and definitely in this case, a much better performing aircraft and you can buy as a kit with wings factory built. You should be able to find a demo video on YT if you want to see what that plane can do. Having said all of that, I would not take any chances with that 250 and spend every penny it takes to make it perfect. Some call Comanches "the widow maker" , and it will bite you if you give it the chance... But that is just my 5c.

[@thisisus.504]

Just grateful for any and all you do. 😊

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for being apart of the Rescue Crew and supporting us

[@wn6904k]

Grew up in a Camanche, #N 5033 P the 35th one ever built. Awesome memories...Thank You

[@rebuildrescue]

That's awesome. Glad you liked the video Brother

[@ross2812]

Something I've noticed: I've been around airplanes my entire life. Helio factory was across a pasture from my family farm that started my passion. I watch mostly car, cycle, sailing, and aircraft videos and I read the comments. Aviation video comments have the most terse and cynical attitudes regarding procedures, editing, ongoing projects, Monday morning quarterbacking, etc. Anyone else notice this?

[@johnkilgore1055]

Absolutely! I seldom frequent aviation forums for that reason. Too many neophyte experts! A500hr CFI Doesn’t know what they don’t know! I’ve been flying the “little airplanes” for nearly 50yrs. My ‘68 Cherokee continues to educate me! Love the older Comanches. I fly one routinely with only the hand brake. Tires don’t get flat spots from neophyte pilots!

[@fredmoore7309]

My godparent’s in Atlanta had a green/white Commanche 64P-little sis to this one!! Great plane and memories!!👍😎

[@mikewalker4134]

I am an interstate battery dealer . I suggestion is do not use a deep cycle battery for a jumper battery. Deep cycle batteries are not designed for cranking power. Use a good starting battery with high cranking amps like a MT series interstate battery. Also, Comanches are known for slow cranking of the starter. My guess is the battery is not in the engine compartment and there is loss of power because of the location of the battery in the rear of the plane.

[@rebuildrescue]

Very good points Mike. Usually we’ll have a new battery ready to go but the shipment didn’t get to us in time.

[@barrywood5357]

Jason this is a good one keep em coming and get your license mr flyright. You will have an air fleet

[@nibblick29]

Love the videos Brother. This channel keeps getting better. It feels like we are all along for the journey. Hope to be able to swing by and say hello and get a pic with the legend that is Joe when i visit the states in october. Love you brother

[@rebuildrescue]

We appreciate all your support Brother! Thank you for letting us live our dream

[@margauxfelix]

Jo est vraiment un autre homme avec son nouveau louque !! super

[@bertengineer]

A guy here in Altoona has a Comanche 260. I did a warmup and a flight review with him. Awesome airplane

[@joebankson9777]

Love your episodes! My brother is a pilot and he loves your shows too!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you Joe, we appreciate your support. Awesome to have you apart of the channel

[@JonLocke-w4z]

It looks like it has the one piece windshield too, thats the best looking on a Comanche, ask me how I know. Also the rear bulkhead looks like it might need some tlc (doubler) too. The best thing Comanches dont corrode!

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Would be nice to spin it up to get oil pressure up and then put plugs in and yes go for it .

[@jmead6121]

Old Plans Like ole Harleys ..when used , keep Up Properly Stored Last to Fly the sky's or Roll down the road for generations love the look of that Plane brings back memories for I live 2 miles from our small town air port all my life some 67 yrs .so seen a lot planes & still ...one of my Fav hangouts & lucky to Right Seat a lot

[@kimberlypineau7490]

Dad’s first plane was the Comanche 250. Great plane. Sexy! Learned to fly in that plane.

[@larryburwell8550]

nice plane in good shape for sure. your inventory is getting rather large. but you got you a running airplane and it looks pretty nice

[@a.n.7863]

I’ve been looking forward to a Comanche update since the 6 planes in 6 days (or whatever it was) videos.

[@Tehlongcat]

I did my CPL training in a Comanche 250 - they’re a fantastic aircraft, wish I could have flown it more that I did.

[@rebuildrescue]

One of my favorites

[@steve83333]

Totally love that Comanche Jason.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching Steve. We appreciate it

[@sportclay1]

These older planes with bladders need a good shake to verify that no water has been trapped by the wrinkles in the bladder. Water can escape the wrinkle traps when taxing and especially when taking off when rotating. Don't ask me how I know......

[@rebuildrescue]

100%! I have a friend who was bitten by that in his Moonie

[@stevemackrell1568]

How long before the next 401 video, it's been a while since we saw any work done on it? Love your other videos however I subscribed because of the 401 as it has a wonderful history behind it including its previous owner?

[@zblanken]

Man just a thought but people like seeing all those other things that happen to these rescues. I get the startups, but the finishing, sold etc

[@rickregister9424]

Most of my time is in a 1977 Piper Arrow PA-28 201T. I love the Piper aircrafts

[@shannononeil2751]

That's what I like to see. Good Video!👍

[@markmccomish7864]

Such a cool looking Aeroplane!! Definitely reminds me of a sports car

[@i.r.wayright1457]

Might want to safety wire that gascolator bowl nut, eh? Mouse probably lives under the floor. The fuel bladders dry out and leak from the top when full of fuel. If you change one, good luck getting the fasteners on the top outboard corner. Is there still a metal drain tube connected to a drain hose on the battery box? The earlier batteries were not sealed like the Concorde battery. If the charge got low and it froze in the winter, there is where you corrosion came from. Definitely needs further inspection in the inside of the belly below that shelf.

[@MsRybak1]

Comanche has been my favorite airplane since I was 14, I’m now 74.

[@davemessenger1944]

Hell of a lot better than a motorcycle!!

[@cndream1]

That Loran in the 250 is an oldie !!

[@williamconner9407]

My dad had a Commanche for years, a great plane. Jason, that name is pronounced MOH-GHEE-YOHN.

[@iflick7235]

I was wondering where my Rebuild rescue was.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for stopping by the channel this morning

[@thejacksonmurphy]

Season 8 (maybe 9) of myth busters they tested a golfball dimpled car and it got better gas milage. Might as well sell it as is and say it increases your milage due to the drag on the plane being reduced. 😂

[@doriWyo]

I've asked, before. What is the crank in the ceiling for? I am not a pilot (and never will be) but I love learning vicariously, via KZbin, and especially, your videos.

[@shanesdiy]

Pitch trim

[@neilwoodmansey9109]

Nice, My farther has one of those three way screw drivers, it must be sixty years old

[@stevestevens9046]

Wow a airplane video.. been missing you guys

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for stopping by Brother

[@patricknance5284]

I really enjoy your content and your show a little bit less of the hand and arm filming in my opinion.😊

[@ShawnPossible]

That is one purdy looking Cherokee. Were you able to evict the squatter damaging the carpet? Thank you again for a perfect Saturday morning. I'm off to work on my free abandoned airplane.

[@rebuildrescue]

Awesome to hear from you Shawn! We evicted the rat not without some chewed wires, so stay tuned for the update 👍🏻

[@amore2022]

Cranking starts at 38:22

[@DarrynDavis]

Golf ball wing. At least 5 knot increase!

[@MotorboatToo]

Correct me if I'm wrong, and it may just be for boats but.... On the older aircraft, Isn't the battery box supposed to be sealed all around the bottom of it for the primary reason of keeping the battery acid secured if it leaked??? Your box has a hole in it. I understand that current batteries have moved on from the acid phase and holes in the box are no longer an issue, but the corrosion damage could have been prevented had the battery box been sealed at the bottom. The only other concern is, even if the aluminum surface looked ok or good enough, it's still compromised. Nice plane though!

[@kevin1873]

The sad thing is before Covid. Before sleepy Joe and Cumala. $32,500 would actually buy you a nice plane in the 70's-80's with a fresh annual, low engine time and ready to fly for the next 5-10 years. That price today gets you a 60+ year old money pit.

[@ThomezG]

Golf Ball aerodynamics work, look at the myth busters episode where they tried it with a car 🎉😂

[@BikerFail16]

Wish you would change the oil before starting the engines. Need to get a leak down tester too. Easy to test while the plugs are out.

[@rebuildrescue]

We normally check the oil and if free of contaminants we check the levels and start but won’t perform any heavy load testing or long runs. The next step of the rescue is the Annual inspection which includes fresh oil, filter and a full compression and leak down. The leak down doesn’t need done to start and would likely be low on some cylinders as it’ll need ran seeing they haven’t been ran for a long while. However I do pull the prop through each cylinders compression strokes to feel the compression before starting just in case it has a bigger issues bore scoping doesn’t show. 👍🏼

[@BikerFail16]

@@rebuildrescue great! Good work

[@R.Craig.Collins]

Good variety, but don't forget to update us on your other projects on occasion, too ;)

[@rebuildrescue]

We're excited for the updates we have coming up, thank you for being apart of the Rescue Crew and supporting us👍🏻

[@ytcommentor]

What's the status on the TB20?

[@antoniog9814]

5:00 Jason, why remove those dimples? On a golf ball, the dimples are there to enhance the travel through the air. Those dimples would only help the plane fly better.

[@rebuildrescue]

We should do a test some day and see the actual difference. Could be the next big thing !

[@blindsight_music_]

@@rebuildrescueI recall there was a mythbusters episode which proved that it does improve performance on a car.. Probably wouldn’t have much of an effect in this case though😂

[@olddogg60]

The upper unit on the right panel is a Loran. There is no Loran system anymore so that one can go. 😊

[@rebuildrescue]

In a few years I’m even betting we won’t see many VOR’s…. Always changing.

[@olddogg60]

@@rebuildrescue True. VOR's, ADF's, DME's and Area Nav's. Mostly anything that I use to work on. 😂

[@rebuildrescue]

@@olddogg60 I’ve always said folks who flew before GPS were real pilots. That stuff is so much more difficult to fly with. Took me a bit to understand VOR’s and once I did I was surprised at how easy it is.

[@olddogg60]

@@rebuildrescue For the new young pilot's they will be a mystery like a typewriter or record player. 😉

[@JohnHBrandon]

Jason, I've been following your channel for about 3 years now and enjoy watching your exploits. I have to say though, you need to bone up on your use of the words "ran" and "run". The title of this episode should read "RESCUING 65 YEAR OLD COMANCHE AIRPLANE HASN’T RUN IN YEARS".

[@rebuildrescue]

Totally missed that ! The editing team and I had some late late nights working on the next few videos after being away working and filming for two weeks. 🤣😂

[@daniel3188]

N5705P o7 Beautiful airplanes... Fast, functional, beautiful, and simple.

[@ChrisCobb119]

Missing Sam in these videos so much. 😢

[@dennyoconnor8680]

Looks like me it has aluminum starter cables. My 57 Apache has them. Mechanics cannot believe these cables are still good. Those may be near the end of usable.

[@justinmorrison8068]

Is the 401 done ? Nothing seems to have been done for over a month now

[@johnblythe1612]

Try boiling water on the hail dent then around the dent with dry ice should shrink the metal removing the dent.

[@plotholedetective4166]

Mouse trap.... Just fly really high and bring your oxygen, I don't think the mouse has a oxy mask with it.

[@rebuildrescue]

😂🤣👍🏼

[@theofficialdiamondlou2418]

😂😂

[@mmccon2007]

Hey Guys!

[@rebuildrescue]

Good morning, thank you for stopping by👍🏻

[@brentmcmahon8188]

I love Mystery oil good for a lot of things .

[@JTScottOfficial]

Any progress on the 401, or Yacht? I'm loving the videos, but I also desperately want an update on the other projects, because I really wanna see them flying and sailing.

[@daver6828]

Nice plane this one and the last one have been really nice 👍

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you

[@lanceripplinger8352]

Hello, great rescue!

[@cammos]

Every plane u buy u always go "oh this is my dream plane or my alltime fave"

[@rebuildrescue]

We were just sawing that the other day ! I can’t help it ! Each one has a special something that just draws me in. I’m a sucker for an airplane I guess. 🤷🏻‍♂️👍🏼

[@williamralph5442]

Awesome !!!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thanks!!

[@FeltonZackery-gm8yl]

Keeping fuel tanks full will keep the fuel bladders from dry rotting. 🤓

[@brentmcmahon8188]

That’s why I use AGM batteries or lithium batteries they don’t vent with acid leaking out and eating your plane up from inside out .