Piper Cherokee 235 - Amazing Useful Load

[@donjohnston3776]

Such a kind peaceful gent. Long live Tom.

[@jonmcrafts]

Don Johnston Was going to say the same thing! Kind of guy you would love to spend some time with.

[@davidpbauer]

My sentiments exactly, does this 235 have an autopilot?

[@dljordan]

I was just thinking 'what a nice man'.

[@AugustMeteors]

Me too!

[@aryantruth1807]

I've met bankers with that humble pie demeanor. Easy credit...... uh huh.

[@johannmckraken9399]

Hard to believe that’s a fifty five year old plane. One of the nicest Cherokees I’ve ever seen, Tom can be very proud.

[@dabneyoffermein595]

And the gentlemen he bought it from who owned it for 27 years. He did a lot of work to it to keep it air-worthy and up-to-date through the years, not allowing an old plane to get ancient. Like putting anti-aging cream on it.

[@caseykelso1]

Not to mention he is rich AF🎉

[@rexmckeon]

I love how he keeps commending his friends on the field and the previous owner. Very humble guy, super knowledgeable!

[@yepme6484]

I like this old guy keeps your attention on the video and know's his stuff. I really like this plane

[@atnv-jd4vb]

He is chip of the old school.

[@simplyred6780]

Olden age but young at heart cool dude

[@jimz68]

What a beautiful aircraft. Tom has done a great job of modifying this classic. Fun video !

[@arnenelson4495]

A Cherokee Six once hauled 7 of us (including pilot) and ALL our baggage from Skagway Alaska to Juneau to catch up to the ferry we missed when the train engine broke an axle on White Pass. That was in 1974. I could not believe that little plane could take off with that load but it did with power to spare- awesome plane...and pilot!

[@ItsKibet]

That is by far the best looking Cherokee I have ever seen! Love that paint.

[@carlmeyer6242]

My first exposure to general aviation was in a Cherokee 235 when I was in my late 20's. It's probably why I got my pilot's license. Beautiful aircraft.

[@jetcraftvirtual8694]

I’ve come back to watch this video multiple times. Tom’s dedication to keeping his aircraft pristine is second to none and his passion for it is evident. One of the nicest Cherokee’s in the world without a doubt. Keep flying and blue skies Tom.

[@ditzydoo4378]

Its so refreshing to listen to a gentleman of his humble caliber who has such a wealth of knowledge and enthusiastically shares with the rest of us. Piper should hire him as an ambassador for the brand. Wonderfully relaxing voice and great video, loved the exterior camera angles.

[@thomasgrove5441]

Thank you Rod, it was my pleasure. Bobby is a great interviewer and can really put you at ease in front of the camera. Thanks for your comments. TomG

[@ditzydoo4378]

@@thomasgrove5441 Thank you, for the video

[@ditzydoo4378]

@@thomasgrove5441 Your welcome Sir

[@joecritch143]

Bob that was a great interview. Nice airplane as well with all the upgrades. He has some serious coin invested there.

[@KutWrite]

I loved that interior. Most seem to skimp on the seat cushions, esp. from the factory. Back when that plane was relatively new, it was one we used to joke was a "dope smuggler's airplane." Thanks for the video. I especially like your belly-cam.

[@aaronbrown6266]

Yeah. He's got a Shelby authenticated A.C. Cobra sitting in that hangar. Pretty sure he doesn't mind spending.

[@leemoore9933]

@@aaronbrown6266 He looks to be a Ford muscle car man too boot.

[@dabneyoffermein595]

Looked like a nice car in the hangar. Was he friends with Caroll Shelby?

[@ronicard]

Tom looks like a great dude to know. A true Texas gentleman

[@Theogenerang]

I learned to fly on a 1960's PA 28-140. I didn't appreciate it at the time but Im now a huge fan of all PA 28's. Nice video.

[@randyporter3491]

Tom is such a nice man and so gracious. Thanks to Tom and Bobby for a great episode and a look at a simply stunning aircraft. Safe skies !

[@TheWafty1]

Beautiful restoration/improvements. That panel is immaculate. Found you on Sailing Doodles and really loving this channel too. Edit: I love your interviewing style keeping yourself out of it and let the subject do the talking. Looks like interviewing is something you are really good at too.

[@JimPaar]

This plane is absolutely beautiful, love the 235. I would love to have one just like that some day.

[@TheBinaW]

Me too!!

[@stardust6773]

I'm amazed at how a 55-year-old updated plane is perfectly valid today, and Tom has been very kind to explain in great detail the upgrades he's made to his beautiful Cherokee. This channel is great, Bobby!

[@fanelli57]

Sure beats paying a million bux or more for a Cirrus.

[@victorbenson7611]

Love the plane, one of the best old planes I've seen, love the owner too he is so humble kept giving credit to whom it was due I'm perceiving he will be a very nice person to be around with, thank you so much

[@ruten45]

Love this PA-29-235 and miss mine. Best airplane I ever owned and flew. This one is really special and very well kept and maintained. Been watching this airplane for years. A special pilot and man. Love that new glass panel. Thank you for sharing.

[@eriklapparent4662]

Beautiful airplane!Very good pilot !Flew Cherokee with R/G in 71,loved it!Enjoy flying in your aviation minded country!Hello from France !

[@jamesbarner1692]

Love the idea of these videos! What a great way for people to show off their pride and joy! Best of luck on your upcoming spring journey!

[@beerguy1320]

Tom’s planes are immaculate! Thank you for interviewing and showing us them. And thanks to Tom!

[@dabneyoffermein595]

What is Tom's airplane that is his newest air-frame?

[@johnmcdevitt3683]

What a pleasure to listen to someone so knowledgeable! WOW added 15 kts with a fairing kit

[@rhetagrove8480]

John, thanks for looking. I flew this airplane for a few years when my friend owned it. It was just your basic white/orange and brown 1964 Cherokee 235 and cruised at 128 KTS. Now with the compete package it is an honest 145 KTS Tom G

[@nicklaslundgren]

Those are some really special airplanes he has there. And Tom seems to be a very nice and humble guy! It makes me very nostalgic to see those birds in the hangar. I took my ppl in a Tomahawk, and flew a lot of Cherokee after that. Thanks for a very interesting episode!

[@scotabot7826]

I keep watching this video at least once a month, just so I can watch this wonderful gentleman fly and talk about his beautiful Piper. I would ride with him anytime!!!

[@roberthouston3824]

Yep, and it helps having seen him grease those landings.

[@leemoore9933]

Yeah no doubt, I believe he flew for American airlines as well.

[@musoseven8218]

Tom has two great aeroplanes and great taste! I love Cobras too - especially the earlier 289s. Nice guy he deserves it all, sounds like he's earned it👍😊😊

[@pssryan]

Tom, what a wonderful Cherokee! With most of my hours in a PA-28 160, doing 145kts is a dream! Love the paint, panel and all the upgrades. Another great video!

[@larslake]

I flew one of these with a lot more payload than 1200 lbs. It handled very well. I've got many more hours in Cessna A/Cs but this is truly a well built and engineered aircraft and a lot of fun to fly.

[@dominicserafino6029]

That guy is a legend, love his passion for flying.

[@reyesben]

I could listen to that man speak all day. So calm and wise. Beautiful aircraft

[@Imustfly]

As a Texan, I was looking at the landscape off to the right, as he was about to take the active,....and I was thinking "that looks like Texas"....then he said "and you can see Ft. Worth over there"!! What a super mellow guy,...would be proud to call him a friend.

[@triskellian]

Great looking plane treated with a generous amount of care!This is one of my favorite straight legged Pipers to fly.😊

[@darreng5178]

Tom, you are a Gentleman. What great Piper examples you have. Another great video Bobby! Keep'em coming!

[@iammrvain]

Beautiful bird Tom! Thanks Bob for putting the time and effort into the video. Pleasure to watch

[@nothingtoseehere4026]

Tom might be ready for his own show. You do a great job on all your episodes. Always enjoyable to watch. ✈

[@andrewwatson9805]

Beautiful! I love the 235. We had a 1969 235C in the red and white with a little bit of blue on the tail paint scheme. Unfortunately it was burned by terrorists in 1977 during the Rhodesian Bush War. It was the only time I saw my dad cry. He replaced it with a Beech V35A, which in turn won its place in history as the first and only V-tail Bonanza to be equipped with twin .303 Brownings in pods under the wings. At the end of the war my father had to return it to its civilian state. After my dad passed in 1990 it was sold to a South African gentleman, who took it to Florida when he emigrated from SA.

[@Embarq007]

Such a beautiful aircraft Tom, thank you for keeping it in the air

[@kymbiddell7467]

Well done to the two owners, magic condition, thanks for taking us along Bobby

[@leemoore9933]

That is a beautiful air craft, very nice.

[@ronaldsimmons9517]

I miss the old Cherokee! Have a few hundred hours in the 4 cylinder model. Tom is certainly a seasoned veteran. Great gentleman and aviator! Keep flying Tom!

[@pellis0007]

Really enjoyed that. Tom is such a cool gentleman. I could listen to him for hours. Love all your camera angles and glad I stuck around to the end for the bonus landing back at Eagles Nest. Great video Bobby!

[@rhetagrove8480]

Good eye pellis, not many people would catch that. Tom G

[@johnnymyers999]

Great video Bobby, I just bought a 64, it's getting the pre-buy done as I write. Mine was also totally rebuilt back in 09.

[@alistairpowers8129]

What a superb aircraft, quality work throughout, it is good to see it still has the 'Coffee Grinder Trim Crank' I have not used one of those in a while. Regards from the U.K.

[@sailingnuestravida]

Nice cockpit upgrade. Amazing how much things have changed since the 80's when I was an avionics tech. Hey Bobby, anybody hiding a Skymaster in those hangars?

[@timothyosborn1697]

Would love to just be around this great gentleman. What a gem!

[@1stinsonguy]

Love to see someone take pride in their flying machine. Nice job, Tom!

[@bernardanderson7569]

Bob you have the best equipped Piper Cherokee 235

[@denault3985]

Great job on the rebuild, a stunning looking aircraft!

[@dwoodygura]

That Cherokee is a classic. What a sweet ride, thanks for taking us along. Tom's great and I love that he takes such pride in his plane. I'll bet he's the kind of pilot who could still fly "by the seat of his pants" as my dad says.

[@richardgeorge8612]

my late father learnt his british ppl in a Piper Cherokee 140 so this pulls my hearts springs ,thak you so much Tom

[@tomsmith3045]

I've flown cherokee 150's, 180's. I always wondered why they made a 235, and now I know. Beautiful airplane and a great ride along.

[@cremebrulee2484]

A Cherokee was the first plane that I got to take control of

[@EastBayBlue]

You are certainly a fine gentleman Tom. Thank you for showing us your beautiful aircraft. Love those Pipers!

[@larrylong2402]

Enjoyed this video! I soloed at Lancaster, kept an old (1960 Mooney) at Cleburne, and my son lives in the Eagle Nest area. I drive by the airport when I go see him and family. Loved listening to the gent.

[@kirkbrooks9447]

Tom is my new personal hero! Awesome planes and cars, he's the man!

[@richarddavenport9708]

True definition of golden years! Beautiful airplane!

[@edwardrichardson4788]

A pleasure to watch and listen to this gentleman.

[@meb8128]

What a beautiful airplane! And a well-deserved award at Oshkosh! Enjoyed the interview!

[@thomasgrove5441]

Thanks Mark Been fun so far!!!

[@psjasker]

His detailed knowledge is astounding. And his respect for his wife is awesome. A wise man indeed!

[@goneflying140]

Wow Wow Wow! I absolutely LOVE your Cherokee 235! That panel is so amazing. Your paint is beautiful too!!! I want to sell my 140 and get one of these!!!!!!

[@SlimLighty]

This is what life is about. I love this video.

[@mannypuerta5086]

I instructed for a Piper dealer/FBO during the ‘60’s. Flew all the Cherokees and Comanches. The 235 was my favorite Cherokee.

[@thomasgrove5441]

Yes sir, Just a good ole reliable time machine.

[@mannypuerta5086]

Thomas Grove Like my 185. Simple and reliable. Annuals are a breeze. I wonder how the current wing spar AD is going to affect this particular airplane?

[@Organsk8er]

What a gorgeous airplane, and Tom seems like a great guy! Thanks for sharing!

[@gmchristie123]

Three of us flew from Calgary Canada to Oshkosh in 2013 in a friends 235. I was worried about spending any time in the back seat seeing as I'm 6'1" but to my surprise it was more comfortable than the co-pilots seat. I would love to own this airplane.

[@mktwatcher]

really like the choice of the instrument panel finish. It provides really good contrast. Very cool plane and pilot.

[@thomasgrove5441]

Hi LG, Thanks took a while to match it, but finally got it right

[@christophertaylor477]

Great interview with a very engaging and likable man.

[@thomasgrove5441]

Thanks Christopher, it was a pleasure to have the opportunity to show my airplane and work with Bobby. Thanks for looking, TomG

[@Astronetics]

I'm really liking all these Flying Doodles videos, Bobby! Keep up the great work.

[@danroll81]

What a gem of a plane I love pipers with red and white colors, also what a dream Hangar! Congrats Tom! Living that dream sir!

[@LCRider13]

I owned a Cherokee 235 back 1998. We painted it, did the interior, and upgraded the avionics. What a great airplane! Our partner wanted to trade "up" and so we did, to a 1984 Saratoga fixed gear turbo. We should have kept the 235. I fly a Saratoga II HP now, and I need the extra space; but there is a special place in my heart for the 235.

[@johnmichaels4330]

I want to be like Tom when I grow up.

[@650gringo]

Enjoyed Tom as much as his beautiful airplane. Got to imagine the world is a better place with a few good gentlemen around.

[@websurfer44]

Bobby your king when it comes to getting your new friends to talk about their planes and adventures like you were a 20 year old friend.

[@ryanp6999]

Just discovered your channel and I'm absolutely loving it. I wish I could meet this old fella one day.

[@LifeWithTheRodriguezs]

Beautiful aircraft! Currently learning in a 140 ! Would eventually like to purchase something like this! What a beaut!

[@pappybo49]

That’s a really slick Cherokee. A plane like that you can still find cheap enough to buy a nice one and dress up to make her your own. Well done 👍 Bobby

[@niceguy2171]

What a great aircraft, and what a great flyer. People speak of "1964 airframe", but that aircraft has been updated and gone over by so many people, and so many new parts, that I wouldn't hesitate to go up in it, have a friend with an older aircraft, and people don't realize, so much of it has been replaced or redone that it is actually more late model, than older. Love the avionics systems he had done, which makes it fly like a new craft. Tom is a great example of the best of the aviation community.

[@AviationNut]

@niceguy217 I agree. A lot of these older aircraft are actually safer now then they were when they came out of the factory, especially with all the new avionics, engine and airframe upgrades. Some people like this gentleman here really take good care of their aircraft, I am not surprised at all that he won with all the great work that he put into his beautiful Piper Cherokee 235.

[@niceguy2171]

@@AviationNut , am not surprised it won either, as it is a beautiful example of the that model, and his other plane is a beauty too.

[@MikeKobb]

What a beautifully updated and maintained plane! Very nice.

[@gregdannels1699]

I enjoyed learning more details about the Cherokee 235 thank you.

[@maxsmodels]

My dad had a 235 Cherokee. We loved that mighty beast!

[@davidcole333]

Keep living the dream Mr. Tom. Wonderful stuff.

[@johnhowell5536]

Seeing the cars in the hangar I suggest you may want to go to Hot August Nights in Reno, NV. Great video jam up gentleman. Thank you for sharing

[@davechapman7735]

what a wonderful plane and a great vid production. thanks for showing us, and cheers from NZ

[@BradColemanisHere]

A beautiful aircraft and great pilot! Again, I learned a lot today. I loved hearing his stories of the failed engine, and the work he had done on the plane. Something you mentioned did pop to mind during this video when you mentioned that you replaced a cylinder head... what is your history in planes? All I know is that you were an instructor for a time, and then you were a corporate pilot before the stroke. I'd be interested to hear your story as a pilot. How did you get started, why, where, what planes have you flown, have you owned any, any favorites, and any desire to get back in the pilot's chair?

[@roythurston7799]

Real humble man with great toys & down to earth about it .

[@Jubileum-su4xl]

One of FEW things that is still old school in that fantastic bird: the elevator trim in the roof. Love it!

[@thomasgrove5441]

Jubileum, Thanks for looking. The trim handle on the roof is a Piper original part on the 1964 Cherokee, on the back of the part is a casing number in the metal, when cross referenced I found it is a 1962 Rambler door window crank. I guess Piper got a good deal on them back then. TomG

[@ellenorbjornsdottir1166]

@@thomasgrove5441 Bit of AMC in your Piper!

[@corsur]

Lovely looking piper aircraft. Love the paint job and the interior. I wish I owned that Cherokee.

[@peteh5862]

In the late 1960s I used to fly a 1963 Cherokee 235, N8510W, out of Beale AFB Aero Club. Was great going into/out of Lake Tahoe with its high density altitude.

[@snocrazee]

I want the Cobra! Nice plane Tom! Thanks for sharing. Thanks Bob.

[@leemoore9933]

He sure has some nice big boy toy's.

[@tsangarisjohn]

This guy really takes great pride in his planes 👍🏻👍🏻

[@williamanders7129]

A great explanation and walkthrough of all the work. (and great video editing to follow). I be Tom is a hell of a story teller.

[@ruten45]

When you get ready to sell this beautiful PA-28-235 please give me a call. My wife is also a quilter and I used to own one N15410 out in Lubbock. I live in the DFW area now and to me that is the best aircraft I have ever flown. You always do things correctly on your aircraft and I am impressed by your love of this aircraft and flying. . Love it and everything you have done to it. Thank you for sharing. Stephen Ruten

[@laurenceburr2097]

Yet another great video from Flying Doodles! Always looking forward to this and Sailing Doodles. Thanks Bobby!

[@wa9kzy326]

Most impressive, sir. That is the way to maintain an airplane. And it is a beauty, inside and out.I have flown the 3 different horsepower sizes of the Cherokee and agree that the 235 is the way to do.

[@sabeillard]

Great job Mr. Tom! Awesome aircraft! Great flights to you for a long time! You're a really air gentleman. Congrats from Portugal!

[@observer1242]

Did my primary training in Archers and a 235. Nice flying airplane.

[@buckbuchanan5849]

Nice! Good looking plane. That big ole Hershey bar wing will float for days :)

[@chuckcarroll2769]

Buck Buchanan I noticed the same thing!! Its got that Cherokee float! Know it well!

[@MichaelLloyd]

What a gorgeous aircraft. I like Tom's attention to detail. The Cobra (I assume replica) and Mustang were a bonus! I enjoyed the interview. I liked the cockpit angle of the footage. The other angles were nice but the cockpit angle gave it a "sit down interview" feel. Do you ever fly with anyone that uses an oil analysis service like Blackstone Laboratories. I'm sure there are others, they are just who I use. Oil analysis will tell you a lot about how well a new engine is wearing as well as the condition of an older engine. They have a protocol specific to aircraft. Sample kits are free and it's easy to collect the sample and send it in with the USPS.

[@rhetagrove8480]

It is not a replica. Tom

[@MichaelLloyd]

@@rhetagrove8480 Oh! I'm speechless... I don't know if I've ever had the privilege of seeing a real Cobra (other than in photo or video). How awesome is it to drive a REAL Cobra. That car is every hot rodders dream!

[@rhetagrove8480]

It is a CSX 4000, S/C Cobra, about 475 hp, built in the Shelby Factory. More fun than the Cherokee 235

[@charliebowman785]

A flying candy! Beautiful old school airplane and a great pilot. Outstanding combination. The only one thing that always have buzzed me is that trim crank; which direction to rotate for heavy tail or for heavy nose.....will never know. Anyway, it's a beautiful and fun plane to fly with.

[@dubrovink66]

Nice explanation about rebuilt engines. Thanks Tom!

[@billinga]

Very nice Piper 235 and great video. Thanks for sharing. Come over to Florida and let's go flying in the Cessna C310. Cheers!!

[@HGR693]

Enjoyed the video. I used to take lessons at the Montgomery County Airpark, in Maryland, in a 235. I liked the feel of that aircraft compared to the Cessna 150 or 172s. Thank you.