2 Airplane Barn Find! 11 years sitting... What could go wrong...

[@TechGorilla1987]

This channel is flush with entertainment and poor adult monetary decisions. It's frankly perfect for me.

[@Travissmith-nc9ms]

Haha yes i love it!

[@deanwood1338]

He does say he’s an idiot 😂😂

[@robertprice7246]

Can You Get A " Clear Prop "?

[@musictheoryexcel7578]

I'm In !

[@altonriggs2352]

My thoughts exactly. Jimmy is living my Walter Middy life.

[@sheepdoglogic]

Jimmy, you and your son are so much alike and so glad you take him with you as much as you do. You are making memories with that young man that he will talk about with his kids and so on. God Bless you brother, love your video's and can not wait for the next one. HOOAH!!!

[@radams009]

What I like is that you are teaching your kids about your love for planes.

[@trupinion512]

Can't teach love, it is in the genes.

[@Q.Public]

Jimmy, regarding your Bonanza cylinder walls, they are channel chromed and look good from what I saw. What you saw as "crazing" is the normal, intended, chrome channeling, necessarily done for proper lubrication. Chromed cylinders are indicated by orange paint on the cylinder base or somewhere on the cylinder fins. The red paint was probably considered close enough to orange. Also, the fact that they are chromed, explains the absence of rust you mentioned at 22:49.

[@mechrhg]

you guys really know your stuff,impressed,they are marked,and i think its cast iron rings with chrome plated barrels.

[@LockheedStarliner]

Yep.. cylinders are chromed...provides better oiling of the cylinder walls. Chrome cyls are indicated by orange or red paint on the base of the cylinders.

[@RoofLiberty8]

Yes. Chrome cylinders. No doubt.

[@jimmazurek5589]

I lost it at “Every time I go near this thing I cough constantly.” Jimmy, you’re right up there with Leno. Keep it up.

[@luigi5890]

Never change Jimmy, your one of a kind. Great show thanks

[@ttride1115]

I am absolutely amazed how the Champ and the V-Tail are already 70-75 years old. I’m words SEVENTY. The design is still so cool and modern and I really can not believe how less aviation design developed in the last 80 years. Beautiful to see these old ladies still being loved and cared.

[@PeteLenz]

If you never make another plane fly, you’re a success as a Dad! (But I sure enjoy your videos!)

[@ABC-rh7zc]

This is quickly becoming one of my fave KZbin channels. Keep it up, Pastor Jim!

[@ChiefStones]

Dude, you have a problem. And I love it!

[@HackedBy]

Im noticing that lil Jimmy has become a awesome camera man!

[@niclasjohansson1522]

Defintly! Give the kid a video light as well and we get to see all those undersides and interiors😀

[@jamesnelson7415]

The AD on Bonanza wing spar carry-through structures applies only to 1957 H models and later, not to the C35 in question, so you should be good to go in that regard, barring unseen corrosion. Also, the E185 engine in C35s is rated at 205 HP. The electric prop is not subject to an AD, but removal and bearing lubrication is required at 200 hours IIRCC. That one has been upgraded with a solid state constant speed controller, an aftermarket modification available in the 1960s, as indicated by the dial for low-high rpm in addition to the toggle switch for prop pitch control. The aux tank behind the back seat could be either 10 or 20 gallons. The bladders Gor the main tanks might be OK, but will probably need replacement after sitting so long without fuel. Their longevity varies with the manufacturer, sometimes Uniroyal, Goodyear or a few others. BTW, on the later Bonanzas, the spar AD requires a visual inspection inside the cabin, sometimes a dye-penetrant or eddy current inspection, and allows cracks up to a certain length to be stop-drilled. Beech also offers a beef-up kit for the spar center section that can be installed if one fails the inspection. That AD is repetitive, requiring inspection every 500 hours (I think, may be 300 hours, don't recall offhand), but it doesn't apply to the C35. Good luck!

[@peteranninos2506]

, yah, it's 500. I believe it was a spar web, not the spar itself. As you said, a pretty easy fix. I was looking at a "straight 36" and that inspection scared me and I lost a sweet deal.

[@benjigault9043]

The aux in this plane was 20 gallons.

[@terry12327]

To James a ture guru on the Bonznzas... Thanks for your detailed knowledge of the early Bonanzas... Seems that it makes things a little clearer.

[@harriettedaisy2233]

I’m glad you had adult supervision along with you.

[@hutchr6142]

Jimmy, you are a Wild-Man! I also am an entrepreneur as well; we have done the window cleaning on this very hanger! The owner is a very sweet lady, I understand her husband was an engineer, he passed a couple years ago. I will keep this location hush-hush, i would love to see how this works out, we will be watching your future videos. You really know your way around the equipment!

[@theadventuresofjavier8698]

The Chevy Monte Carlo is sweet

[@Carlos-r5n2b]

Yeah I'm thinking a 1973

[@McReef2950]

Your son is going to remember this stuff for the rest of his life. Good Job Dad! Awesome Channel!!

[@realone4341]

You have the ability to keep me completely engaged as you go through the technical aspects from all the important airplane components. I catch myself speaking ahead to make sure to look at something...Love the 310 and grew up with Sky King and Penny.

[@sosexyimsexy134]

Only for fans over 18 years old PERFECTBODYGIRLSS.WEBSITE 👈 tricks I do not know Megan: "Hotter" Hopi: "Sweeter" Joonie: "Cooler" Yoongi: "Butter So with toy and his tricks, do not read it to him that he writes well mamon there are only to laugh for a while and not be sad and stressed because of the hard life that is lived today. Köz karaş: '' Taŋ kaldım '' Erinder: '' Sezimdüü '' Jılmayuu: '' Tattuuraak '' Dene: '' Muzdak '' Jizn, kak krasivaya melodiya, tolko pesni pereputalis. Aç köz arstan Bul ukmuştuuday ısık kün bolçu, jana arstan abdan açka bolgon. Uyunan çıgıp, tigi jer-jerdi izdedi. Al kiçinekey koyondu wins taba algan. Al bir az oylonboy koyondu karmadı. '' Bul koyon menin kursagımdı toyguza albayt '' dep oylodu arstan. Arstan koyondu öltüröyün dep jatkanda, bir kiyik tigi tarapka çurkadı. Arstan aç köz bolup kaldı. Kiçine koyondu emes, çoŋ kiyikti jegen jakşı dep oylodu. # 垃圾 They are one of the best concerts, you can not go but just seeing them from the screen, I know it was surprising 💗❤️💌💘

[@diannebaginski3255]

I think the champ is good at 15 k the beech is beyond me.

[@jakobschoen6499]

The Chevy Monte Carlo in the hangar also looked great.

[@NavyGuy2OO7]

That Bonanza looks really nice! I love the V-Tails.

[@mctransportation9831]

Bonanzas are beautiful. I'd love to have one. Even one as old as this if it was airworthy.

[@skyhorseprice6591]

@CheapSkateSimmer Roger that. That particular airplane kinda scared me; I watch a lot of aviation videos & have seen plenty of awesome airplanes, but as far as private general aviation aircraft go, I've seen some cool ones but have never fallen in love with anyone's old, castoff airplane. Until now.

[@alexdarcydestsimon3767]

The "jet Bonanza" remains my favorite V-tail.* * Fouga Magister

[@iamzerogravity55]

I'm actually learning to fly a 1946 Aeronca Champ, so it's very cool to see another one!

[@SnoopDougieDoug]

I've got the prettiest one I've ever seen at KLVK. {see the AOPA article by Barry Schiff on her at the bottom} Learn PROPERLY, don't cut ANY corners, keep that stick in your lap when it needs to STAY in your lap, lest that wing goes flying again before you are stopped... ...then come track me down. My dad and I both have '46 Champs here, and the beer fridges are full. Any primary trainee who learned in a Champ is welcome into my beer fridge anytime. Better than learning to drive a stick shift 3-on-the-Tree first. Maybe you can find someone to give me a Nosewheel Endorsement. ;-} You know why I chose a career in the MC-130P as a Flight Engineer? Put those 4 fans of Freedom in Reverse, and my Engineer seat sits atop what is now a TAILwheel. {Sure that's a stretch, but I have been a Champ fella since Carter was President and I had to sit on Phone Books to find the horizon, so I'll take my liberties where I may} You will never regret training in a Champ, Cub, T-Cart, Luscombe or Citabria. Took my PPL Check in a Citabria GCAA on a crosswind max component kinda afternoon at RHV, and a year later, I was on the other side of the Bay at NUQ in the Mighty Combat Shadow, clearing #3 Prop. "No Ragrets" 😲 www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2018/october/pilot/barry-schiff-full-circle

[@chrisbrowne8997]

Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy.... that champ is absolutely the coolest plane you've found yet have one like this at my local airport love the champ

[@ferebeefamily]

I really enjoy your videos Jimmy. Please make more of them. Thank you for this one. My grandfather was a private pilot and I flew with him till he quit flying. Good memories. 15k for the big plane and 7k for the little yellow one.

[@ibbylancaster8981]

Me and my grandpa flew from Atlanta area up to Knoxville to pick up a 65 hp Continental for an A-champ. Took the back seats out of a 182 and away we went. Good memories. I’d love to have a champ.

[@Sonny_V]

That Champ should be a big hit in Knoxville with that paint scheme...

[@scottmurray6977]

Love this channel. Always look forward to new videos. Thanks Jimmy !

[@scottpetrich1346]

I`ve gotten to where I cannot wait for another installment. My favorite. Keep up the great content buddy...Cheers from chilly Wyoming

[@CJE2007.5]

I would say that if you could get the Champ for 10k to 15k and the Bonanza for 20k to 30k would be a good deal. Okay so before everyone jumps on me I do NOT have a Pilots license nor am I a A&p. I just love aircraft and I read and watch anything and everything that I can find about them. So if I am way off go easy on me please and don't just say that I am stupid and don't know crap because that's not going to help me learn anything. I have no problem with constructive criticism and enjoy learning new things. Keep up the great work Jimmy

[@fullraph]

Look like someone really loved and cared for these planes!

[@pizzabagerenmujaffa8123]

Hey jimmy , you always cheer me up ...with the way you are . Thank you .......

[@robertbradley7528]

I like the Dreamsicle in the garage..looks pretty well kept for a smaller old plane..

[@CarDocBabaPhilipo]

The Champ is a go and the Bonanza scares the snot out of me, like an old Vincent Price movie, 😝 !

[@skyhorseprice6591]

Yeah that Bonanza is scary because it seems to be saddled with a few more unknowns....but man that airplane just spoke to me. It's just a very sweet looking retro-futuristic airplane. Even if I didn't want the Champ (which I also like, just not as profoundly as the Bonanza), if I had the money I'd buy both of em just to get that Bonanza.

[@i.r.wayright1457]

Like a Steven King movie. "I fixed you an airplane....go ahead.....fly it."

[@syzygy3239]

This brings back memories of flying with my father. Great content.

[@petermurphy3354]

Same here, my father had a Bonanza, then had a Cessna Bird Dog, like a big brother to the Champ.

[@johnbitsonline2602]

Jimmy is a great guy all round. The son must be so proud of his Dad! Memories are made of these!

[@RealRickCox]

At what point do we pivot from Save the 310 to Save Jimmy from making crazy aircraft purchases? :)

[@autobreza7131]

1,000,000 subs I’d say.

[@redlinedeath]

#savethejimmy

[@charlesinscore4107]

Intervention time for Jimmy. 6 wraks in rehab.

[@dalestephan6777]

That's what his wife said😃

[@azscotts]

JImmy, your channel has fast become one of my favorites. I wish I lived closer - I'd volunteer to help you bring some of these great finds back to life.

[@jamesbrown3358]

Your son’s expression of your landing was awesome!!

[@Thedavidsavage]

Jimmy please use sound cancelation for your flight film. You can get the background noise out of your flight film. Please and thank you 😊

[@Brimmlinn]

IIRC, from my days of working on Barons and Bonanzas, that spar inspection is done after taking out the seats. Spar is directly under the seats. Either way, those airplanes look really nice at first glance.

[@sosexyimsexy134]

Only for fans over 18 years old PERFECTBODYGIRLSS.WEBSITE 👈 tricks I do not know Megan: "Hotter" Hopi: "Sweeter" Joonie: "Cooler" Yoongi: "Butter So with toy and his tricks, do not read it to him that he writes well mamon there are only to laugh for a while and not be sad and stressed because of the hard life that is lived today. Köz karaş: '' Taŋ kaldım '' Erinder: '' Sezimdüü '' Jılmayuu: '' Tattuuraak '' Dene: '' Muzdak '' Jizn, kak krasivaya melodiya, tolko pesni pereputalis. Aç köz arstan Bul ukmuştuuday ısık kün bolçu, jana arstan abdan açka bolgon. Uyunan çıgıp, tigi jer-jerdi izdedi. Al kiçinekey koyondu wins taba algan. Al bir az oylonboy koyondu karmadı. '' Bul koyon menin kursagımdı toyguza albayt '' dep oylodu arstan. Arstan koyondu öltüröyün dep jatkanda, bir kiyik tigi tarapka çurkadı. Arstan aç köz bolup kaldı. Kiçine koyondu emes, çoŋ kiyikti jegen jakşı dep oylodu. # 垃圾 They are one of the best concerts, you can not go but just seeing them from the screen, I know it was surprising 💗❤️💌💘

[@bluenaite]

Your subscriber count has jumped a few thousand in a couple of days, great to see it climbing so quickly. Love your work. 👍👍

[@ericgriffin397]

I like the champ!!!!! Jimmy and Mini Me, y'all ROCK!! GOOD LUCK on the planes!!!🤞🤞

[@jessiec4128]

Very easy fix, external CD Drive. I have used many of them, and they work perfect. Dude, I love your videos!!

[@lutomson3496]

as a kid i worked at the factory in the summers in Osceola..doing medial tasks but getting to hang around the production line on how the Champ's were produced...great plane if maintained correctly

[@irpat54]

My first ride in an airplane was in a Bonanza V-35, my best friend's dad owned one... that's something I'll never forget, it made my entire years...lol

[@airaction2257]

Love this channel Jimmy, Respect from England.

[@scottminshall6420]

Great Video Jimmy! Can't go wrong with a Champ, first airplane I flew in as a youngster. My father owned two of them at different times through out my child hood. As I have said before you let me know when your ready for the turbine world and I will help you stay away from the "it such a good deal" deals.

[@7ACtailwheelav8tor]

Couldn't agree more! I've owned a Champ for the past 11 years and can't imagine a better, more economical airplane for those late summer evening flights and the morning breakfast runs...not fast fast or loaded with avionics but an absolute joy to fly!

[@traviswilliamson7329]

Leeward Air Ranch!! I hope to get back there one day. My grandfather lived there, built an RV-6A in his hangar. Many childhood memories

[@DutchFlightTours]

Jimmy, Im a loyal viewer and each time I watch your video with lots of enthusiasm. Thank you so much for all effort into editing and sharing your adevnture! AWESOME! Cheers mate.

[@alrad5686]

Cool to see the old Champ. My Dad learned to fly in one.

[@ph5915]

Ah, the '152 C model Bonanza - my brother's 1st Bo, his had an E-225 engine (basically the same, just rated at higher HP). Our mechanic also has a C model, with the E-185 (currently apart/storage). Yeah, the electric prop gov was unusual. he had that thing for about 7 yrs, got it all dialed up, had the engine OH, brand-new STEC-30 A/P and Aspen panel installed, then sold it, got his '65 Debonair with the IO-520, just added tip tanks last year. I love the Citabria's! Although, the models I like have an electrical system and metal-spar/wings. I almost bought a restored 7-ECA (with factory metal replacement wings) a few years ago, but it was in VT at the time, in Jan, and every time I could get there to check it out it was like -20 degrees and 30 kt winds...So I missed it...LOL, great video!

[@nevadahamaker7149]

With a V-tail Bonanza, it's now more like, "You buy a set of magnesium control surfaces, and you get an airplane included for free."

[@sosexyimsexy134]

Only for fans over 18 years old PERFECTBODYGIRLSS.WEBSITE 👈 tricks I do not know Megan: "Hotter" Hopi: "Sweeter" Joonie: "Cooler" Yoongi: "Butter So with toy and his tricks, do not read it to him that he writes well mamon there are only to laugh for a while and not be sad and stressed because of the hard life that is lived today. Köz karaş: '' Taŋ kaldım '' Erinder: '' Sezimdüü '' Jılmayuu: '' Tattuuraak '' Dene: '' Muzdak '' Jizn, kak krasivaya melodiya, tolko pesni pereputalis. Aç köz arstan Bul ukmuştuuday ısık kün bolçu, jana arstan abdan açka bolgon. Uyunan çıgıp, tigi jer-jerdi izdedi. Al kiçinekey koyondu wins taba algan. Al bir az oylonboy koyondu karmadı. '' Bul koyon menin kursagımdı toyguza albayt '' dep oylodu arstan. Arstan koyondu öltüröyün dep jatkanda, bir kiyik tigi tarapka çurkadı. Arstan aç köz bolup kaldı. Kiçine koyondu emes, çoŋ kiyikti jegen jakşı dep oylodu. # 垃圾 They are one of the best concerts, you can not go but just seeing them from the screen, I know it was surprising 💗❤️💌💘

[@vincentrusso4332]

Thanks for a new upload Jimmy! Anyone have any abandoned equipment in Va let me know. Your wife has got to be the best . I like how the expense is the first sum of the equation and the whole life thingy secondary...

[@andymunnings9109]

"It is good that you act as yourself Jimmy. That's cool. Being yourself is the best actor. It shows you truly, and? I'm glad you love and appreciate your work. Just how you and your Son is now, that is just how I use to be( Flying around with my friend everyday). I know your his best friend Jimmy, and? I know you would train him well."

[@johnjones-bv5df]

That Champ is awesome. For Saturday afternoon fun flying there is nothing better and never will be. Take the doors off and go spy on your neighbors. Great 👍

[@tinlizzie37]

Not a thing wrong with an electric prop. My '48 Bonanza had it and I had zero problems with it. The "V"block also has an AD note for replacement. I paid about $75 dollars for mine. I had the tubular spar in mine, and installed a spar kit. Yours is a built up aluminum., which is very strong! If the price is right, I'd get them both! I just loved my Bonanza, even though my E-185, was just the takeoff power, and 165 hp was the real hp. Wish I still had mine, had to sell it for a down payment for a house (after I got married). Should have kept the Bonanza! Bob

[@CapitalVideo]

The `first powered aircraft I flew was a 100hp Champion Citabria and went solo after just over 5 hours, then went on to do some aerobatics with my instructor not long after I went solo. The next tail dragger I flew was a North American T6 Harvard (Texan) with the New Zealand Airforce and did 146 hours in a combination of all of 18 we had on the line, most of which are still flying somewhere in New Zealand or Australia.

[@jeffreykostbar9859]

I do not fly planes, I do not fix anything. But love your channel and it is so great you involve your child. Very nice to watch.

[@MegaEyeTV]

Jimmy, I think you can flip two to planes very easy. They look solid, with little things to do. Hope you can buy it.

[@dougteague7217]

Good morning Jimmy!!! just got my Save The 310 stickers!! thanks !! i could have stopped in when i went by. i was in Ft Meyers and now back in NC!!! thanks doug

[@therealjimmysworld]

Rock on!

[@TheSavacc]

Love your channel !!! and loved the Fletch reference...( yes, I caught that "Moon River")

[@AZVIDS]

Using the whole fist Dr Jelly finger?😉

[@MrJohnBos]

I'd pass on the "Doctor Killer", too much of a risk with the engine and the main spar not to mention the magnesium - IMO. I love the Champ, she's a sweet, low and slow, ride on a lazy Sunday afternoon.

[@twistedyogert]

What's the main spar?

[@Roadglide911]

The magnesium? 🤭🤔

[@roadsweeper1]

@@Roadglide911 did you actually watch the video? Thats the 2nd comment ive seen from you that the answer was actually explained in the video. A lot of the control surfaces, the structural parts are made of magnesium, which is prone to corrosion, and hard and expensive to repair.

[@crazy10seven]

I think the spar is an issue on the straight 47 35s

[@Av8or7]

If the engine runs on the champ and compression is good on it, and the fabric is good. 15-20k. On the C-35 Bonanza, it has No ADSB. Might need new bladders. The prop bearings need checked. 24-27k with a good gear swing and good compression.. the big if is the powder you found on the ruddervadors . That corrosion is what killed my C-35. I loved my light C-35.

[@johnharding3674]

These numbers seem more realistic than all the other posted. With all the tube and fabric tail draggers you need to check the bottom tubes at the tail they rust out and fail. Had to do a repair to my 39 J4A.

[@adrianflower3230]

"PASTOR JIM! - We need a little help over here!! " 😁😁😂😂🤣🤣👍👍👍

[@mrdfarms9373]

7k for the Champ with it being 11 years out of annual and the issues you mentioned. The Bonanza is a run as fast as you can away. Way to many unknowns without a through inspection by an A&P with I.

[@Roadglide911]

I’m sure Jimmy needs your advice. 😂😂

[@mrdfarms9373]

@@Roadglide911 Don’t be a 🍆 , if you watched the video Jimmy asked what we would pay for the planes.

[@petercrowl9467]

You must be new here

[@thecivilrightsguyintxk]

@@Roadglide911, I’d expect that remark from someone who has a Road Glide. 🤣

[@drhoff585]

Love your channel it’s my top aviation channel. That being said without a spar inspection I’d make a strong offer on the Champ and get the Bonanza as a bonus. $15k. Good luck.

[@bob4gold543]

When I decided to take Flying Lessons early 1990's The instructor had use of a '46 Champ. Told me If I could learn to fly it I could fly anything! Loved that plane.

[@Salkinmusic]

As one once said: "You'll never grow up" 🤣 Love the airplane fixing and giving them new life 🤘

[@sosexyimsexy134]

Only for fans over 18 years old PERFECTBODYGIRLSS.WEBSITE 👈 tricks I do not know Megan: "Hotter" Hopi: "Sweeter" Joonie: "Cooler" Yoongi: "Butter So with toy and his tricks, do not read it to him that he writes well mamon there are only to laugh for a while and not be sad and stressed because of the hard life that is lived today. Köz karaş: '' Taŋ kaldım '' Erinder: '' Sezimdüü '' Jılmayuu: '' Tattuuraak '' Dene: '' Muzdak '' Jizn, kak krasivaya melodiya, tolko pesni pereputalis. Aç köz arstan Bul ukmuştuuday ısık kün bolçu, jana arstan abdan açka bolgon. Uyunan çıgıp, tigi jer-jerdi izdedi. Al kiçinekey koyondu wins taba algan. Al bir az oylonboy koyondu karmadı. '' Bul koyon menin kursagımdı toyguza albayt '' dep oylodu arstan. Arstan koyondu öltüröyün dep jatkanda, bir kiyik tigi tarapka çurkadı. Arstan aç köz bolup kaldı. Kiçine koyondu emes, çoŋ kiyikti jegen jakşı dep oylodu. # 垃圾 They are one of the best concerts, you can not go but just seeing them from the screen, I know it was surprising 💗❤️💌💘

[@ramvan2284]

What a great young man you have there to help you out. Excellent experience for him, way to go dad.

[@skycop56]

You crack me up. But your very interesting too. Good show Jimmy

[@scotty2307]

Bananas are fun, and fast. If you are sitting in the back they wag you to sleep. Just have to always make sure the ruddervators are properly balanced. Even mud daubers can put them out of balance if they make enough nests inside. You can close most of the openings with speed tape. The Champ looks awesome. If nothing major is broken, and the spar is in good shape, they are the ultimate low speed flying fun. Leave the door in the hanger, and go chase coyotes, or fly the river.

[@mindysdad3110]

Liked the return flight tune and speed up. Silas is a star in his own right and you are a great dad. Maybe $20K tops for both airplanes? Fixed up Champ can sell for $25K easy and Bo parted out can get $5K for engine core and $$$10K for the control surfaces, maybe?.

[@johnbryan1523]

Get the Champ!!!! Love it, looks nice paint, engine part are "reasonable". Wing spars will need inspected and possible deal breaker.

[@albertvonschultz9137]

All I can say is your kid is one lucky kid. I would have loved to been able to go flying like he has pretty much when he want to

[@Tito44573]

hello Jimy, I'm happy to watch your videos, you're a good and simple master,

[@redlywaxer]

Another great video. You two quite the team! That young man is a great sidekick! I hope you guys get the deal. I am learning so much and enjoying the ride here in your world! We supported the 310 so we could be part of your team in some way. It would delight us to meet you one day and fly with you in one of your birds!

[@ojaijman]

5:40 It’s Doug Demiro!

[@chaser9889]

Great video! Your KZbin channel is coming along great! My grandpa showed me how to repair wings like your Champ - I wish I could help.

[@alpal5948]

Always love the Bonanza. Total novice on what it costs / takes. Love the “buy a plane or an engine” analogy 👍🏻. So interesting watching your activities Jimmy!

[@stevegiboney4493]

Enzo Ferrari was the one that coined that phrase.

[@dawnsantiago9795]

Love your videos. I know nothing about planes and found your channel when I went down a rabbit hole! 🤣 I am totally intrigued and can’t stop watching. Very interesting.

[@MDMARaver]

I found this channel by accident and have no idea about airplanes but damn - your videos are entertaining as hell. Keep it up. I love it! Many greetings from Germany

[@billellington3732]

Jimmy,....love your channel! Good news.....there are zero AD's on the Beech electric prop. There are inspections and 250hr. lubes. Buy both planes!!!!!

[@emmanuelgoldstein1918]

LOL! 'Moon River'... that's such an old and appropriate joke.

[@R0bobb1e]

So glad you're doing up a Beechcraft Bonanza! When you had to scrap the barn find (more field fiend) one I almost cried! One of my favourite planes! Love your show Jimmy!

[@429thunderjet2]

Ick! Those airplanes were nasty! All three of em. They should have all been parted out.

[@mamulcahy]

We owned a K35 for a few years. 150knots on 12gph. Oh and it had tip tanks for 8 hour endurance with a gross weight increase! I miss that bird!

[@MD-NWWI]

A champ would be such a cool old plane to own. I have a radio Control model champ and would like to have the full size version!! I can't wait to see it running!

[@randalljames1]

To buy to sell? I think the Aeronca has the best chance.. The DrKiller...Might be worth $50G? (in annual) BUT A huge gamble. So, $20G for the pair.. I think they are of equal value at this point .. The Beech has more total value ready to fly, but you gotta get it there... total value of both in annual? $70-80G? (right buyer, right time)

[@AN2Felllla]

Wow, that Champ is a beautiful aeroplane! Love the livery!

[@thirdcargarage2951]

Good luck, hope you get it.

[@terrallputnam7979]

I also like the way the Stratux is mounted in your Lancair. I am going to duplicate that on my Ercoupe!

[@GolfFoxtrot22]

Woohoo, brew in hand and settling in Jimmy.

[@richardsarcheryreviews]

I've been watching your videos from the very start of your channel I'm really enjoying it I'm hoping to take my flying lessons at the start of next year

[@readrepairs]

Just shows what a difference well ventilated storage makes. Good roof.

[@hodges-hg6ck]

I miss working with my dad. Mini me, try to enjoy all the time with your dad.

[@galaxyfrogs736]

Omg! Ive been interested in flying for quite a while and Id love a little champ that plane looks so cute haha!

[@jaysen192]

Maybe $10k-$15k for both. Closer to $10k. I flew a V35 for years and that prop, parts and engine is gonna be expensive. Spar could be a deal breaker and requires seats, etc to be removed to inspect plus balancing those ruddervators. The V35 is by far my favorite Bonanza so for the right money $7k-ish and a clean spar inspection I'd say go for it

[@mehrschwein7378]

even broken planes dont go for that little anymore. flying and buying planes got so much more expensive in the last years.

[@jaysen192]

@@mehrschwein7378 unless you want to go bankrupt or lose a significant amount of money you just walk away then. Don't let the seller dictate the price considering you're the one with the investment ahead of you they chose not to pursue. Treat it as a business. It's not economically feasible because you also need avionics, ADS-B, annual, engine, prop, tires, brakes, rigging and a ton of other miscellaneous expensive things. You'll have $30-$40k into that airplane besides the purchase price for a $25k-$30k airplane realistically. I've been down this path with a K35 that had close to $85k in it then....an engine/prop overhaul for another $27k. Beautiful airplane I loved but poor financial decision.

[@bsdh01]

@@jaysen192 so you're saying that Jimmy has no clue with his estimates on the bonanza? Remember, he didn't say why they haven't been flown. Likely were both good airplanes that have just sat after someone passed away. I'll bet money the deal is already done. This is just the first of many videos on these.

[@benjigault9043]

the ruddervators and prop alone off that v tail are worth 10k by themselves all day, even in the condition they are in now. An UN-airworthy disassembled c model 1952 just sold for 15k... The price of airplanes is insane right now.... If you got this c model for 7 k, that would be a miracle...

[@benjigault9043]

@@jaysen192 also nice e series (47-56) sell for 50k all day long as well... you're guess was about half the price on an overhaul as well... prices have about doubled since you have been in the game...

[@lostinasia25]

That fact it's your money not mine makes it an easy decision. The Champ probably 8000 usd and the Bonanza is clean but not much in resale value, so maybe 11,500 usd if all have logbooks. Wing Spar the great unknown without a pre purchase inspection. Still think saving the 310 was a waste of money. The Aztec would be a better return on investment.

[@mnewb1]

Completely agree, but offering what they are really worth would probably get you looks of derision. Especially in the last couple years, people seem to thinks airplane like this are worth quadruple what they really are

[@jamesharkness1058]

I agree....Aztec is a better airplane

[@raganusmc]

Yes buy them I would love to too see that Bonanza fly again!!

[@brendanhayes2752]

Another great one. Thanks

[@conlethbyrne4809]

Hi Jimmy, your one cool dude as my mum would say a real tonic, she's from Belfast, Ireland as am I. You must know your stuff Bud. Yeah I saw your beautiful wife. Your living the dream. Most of all born entertainer. Keep those videos coming, so much fun. Thanks Jimbo.

[@martinmcquaide4807]

Certain aircraft have timeless lines, that beech is one, P-51 and F-4 are a couple of others. Start a go fund me, you would be surprised at what we are willing to watch you repair. As a mechanic, I love this channel.

[@tomwarner2468]

When I was a young child I had a plastic toy beech bonanza, v-tail! It was red on top and white on the bottom! One of my favorite toys! And when I was about 13 we were out at the airport and there was an aeronca champ setting on tarmac, in like New condition for $595 ! Dark green as I remember!

[@i.r.wayright1457]

It would take a good annual inspection to determine what those two planes are worth. (At least they aren't covered in poop.) I would consider if the owner has to pay hangar rent or are the planes not costing him anything to sit there. Does he still have a pilot's license or are the planes useless to him, which would explain why they have been sitting. On the Champion, I want you to take the wing inspection covers down and look at the condition of the spars. Pay particular attention to the rear spar. The ribs are attached with tabs. I found a Citabria with broken tabs (from doing aerobatics) and the rib was sawing into the spar since there was movement when I lifted up and pushed down on the inboard end of the aileron. We opted for new wings with metal spars. Check today's pricing on that. You buy them all covered and ready to install from the factory. They will want a piece of the inboard spars sent back to them for proof they would not be reused. Old fuel bladders sometimes crack on the top surface first. If they are let sit less than full for a long time they dry out there. You will be the first to know if you top off the tanks with fuel.