Cessna 150 Pre-buy Inspection

[@AvgDude]

My engine, airframe, and avionics were good. But it was not until after I purchased the C150 that I figured out the fuel shutoff was non-functional, the parking brake locking mechanism didn’t work, and the seats were completely non-adjustable, bolted in place rat rod seats. No mention in the annual of any of that.

[@YaceYoung]

The parking break never works any any 150 I’ve ever flown lol

[@tnpotomacrr4792]

Compression check is worthless without borescope the cylinder. Plus the compression should have been checked warm, after flying 45-60 minutes. That cylinder could be fine. Nothing else you mentioned is a show stopper. The A&P should have at least checked for all ADs or spent a lot more time on the logs to verify what you need to know. You’re now in the dark as to whether the ADs are up to date which is a significant part of pre-buy. You didn’t mention AD status. Was anything said about corrosion? That’s usually one of the few things that might make you walk away. At least you did a pre-buy. Good hunting.

[@petermarkman1496]

If your A&P did compression then he should have also done a leak down for that low cylinder to determine where it was losing pressure. Did he do that? What did he find? If could be something like carbon on the exhaust valve. A relatively easy and cheap fix.

[@radioace318la]

I was thinking the same thing. not knowing how long its been sitting. not knowing TTAF and SMO or top. lots of questions.

[@dougs7157]

I know that 150, that’s one that TAA use to use. I’ve been up it that old bird. Hope you enjoy it.

[@justaboutaviation9343]

Yup. She lives down in Asheboro now.

[@imtherapycat]

Really cute plane! I do hope you can get those issues resolved to your satisfaction!

[@1212CRMD]

Good video! Informative. Keep up the good job. Thanks!

[@mykofreder1682]

You think a seller would do the same thing and fix it or sell it with a list of as is items. The dents in the skin could come from rocks shot up by tires on landing, there is a lot of energy on landing and you squeeze a rock just right, like a car or truck shooting a rock at your window and cracking it.

[@CakeIsMyCat]

Appreciate all the photos that show the areas that had problems! Always annoying when someone talks about various mechanical parts you're not familiar without showing you what they're talking about.

[@piper0428]

Lets not forget that prices of used aircraft are greatly inflated!! An airplane that's seling for $100k maybe actually have a value of less than $60k. Short in SUPPLY and big on DEMAND! I would wait it out!!

[@19211926]

Out of control. I think prices will come down but you never know. I had a 47 Navion years ago I wish I still had. No way I can afford to buy again.

[@RusscanFLY]

So what's the verdict? Yay or nay?

[@justaboutaviation9343]

Stay tuned. I have some videos in the making that will reveal my decision.

[@dansharp8042]

Do you think it's a good idea to read and drive at the same time?

[@NEW_N18155]

Talking about the cylinder issue, did the mechanic "Stake" the valves in that cylinder???

[@justaboutaviation9343]

Not sure about that. Im not familiar with that term. As this was a year ago, I cant remember what they did. The plane had sat for almost a year. I believe it just needed to be flown. As of my last annual, compressions are good, and I have a cylinder on stand by ready to go on if needed. Thanks for watching.

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good Morning Sir, thank you very kindly for your OUTSTANDIG informative video 👌👌👍👍😇😇🍻🍻

[@bennettmykland4374]

I just paid $3000 for flap tracts on my 1966 Cessna 150F. That was parts and labor.

[@CM-010]

Flap Track replacement is a complete whore of a job. Tracks are $300 each, and is a time consuming job, and the trailing edge skin that has to be removed and reinstalled is another PITA. More often than not, if the tracks are worn beyond limits, the attach hardware and rollers will need to be replaced. That's another $450 in parts easily. The price you paid sounds like you got a fair deal, for sure.

[@CopterKev]

Personally, I would walk away from that one. There’s plenty of fish in the sea when it comes to the C150.

[@chrissinsigalli7336]

I’m looking to buy soon, can I ask what the pre-buy inspection cost?

[@justaboutaviation9343]

As far as I understand, prebuy inspections can vary on how deeply you want to inspect. It's sort a double edge sword. The more you find wrong, the more leverage in negotiating a sale price. But the more you find to be fixed. As in my case, the seller and I worked out things he would have repaired, vs how close to his asking price I would pay. Hope that helps. PS...I spent about $400.

[@chrissinsigalli7336]

@@justaboutaviation9343 Good to know! thank you

[@jerryspringer6411]

@@justaboutaviation9343 who did you use for the pre buy? Looking to have one done as well.

[@justaboutaviation9343]

Jerry, I used a local mechanic I was introduced to. His name is Jimmy. If you are you in the central North Carolina area, I could get you two together.

[@eugeneweaver3199]

I have seen those exact dents under a car, it was caused by a jack stand.

[@bobwilson758]

Bottom line : Do you want to fix the aircraft up really nice and enjoy it ! $

[@bobwilson758]

Are there going to be issues ? Yes - of course . Normal .

[@alienxyt]

This sounds like you're married to the 1st plane you looked at. If so, be careful. That's a good way to rationalize away your money or safety. Good luck.

[@justaboutaviation9343]

This was not the only plane looked at. Just the only one I made a video of. Had it now for about 2 months. Great plane. Watch the " I bought a freakin plane" video.

[@alienxyt]

@@justaboutaviation9343 glad you're enjoying it!

[@edenhunter9904]

I'm not sure I want to fly with a guy who reads while he drives ....

[@Uncle-Dude]

Idk I personally would want a pilot who can multi task.