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flypa38
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Looks great! Is this the same TBM I saw in Frederick, MD in the late '90's on the ramp? If so, I'm really glad to see it being taken care of so well!
I was on a cross country training flight when I saw it. I was flying a Piper Tomahawk and was thinking of asking to see if the owner would want to trade even-up!

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Slowly but surely, looks really good. :drink3:

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Clifford Bossie
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That is a great restoration! It is really coming together.

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flypa38 wrote:
Looks great! Is this the same TBM I saw in Frederick, MD in the late '90's on the ramp? If so, I'm really glad to see it being taken care of so well!
I was on a cross country training flight when I saw it. I was flying a Piper Tomahawk and was thinking of asking to see if the owner would want to trade even-up!

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It is the same TBM. She ran afoul of some hard times before Jack Kosko and his crew took her in. If this TBM turns out anything like Jack's previous restoration, it's going to be one beautiful bird when they're done with it.
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johnrfuentes
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Engine with Starter, Magnetos and Generator installed.

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Engine side view with accessory shield in place and new engine mounts.

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Frank Darney installing the Wright R2600-20 on TBM-3E BuAer 91426....no, he had a little help!
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johnrfuentes
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Hey BillB24 any updates for us?
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John,

It's getting closer... I can't wait to see it coming over the fence at KCJR.

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johnrfuentes
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Browning .30 Cal. stinger position- Picture By Stephen Chapis

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Nose ring cowl installation- picture by James West

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Right wing fold Hydraulics- picture by James West
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Very great news. We are all very proud of you and this restoration of yours is top, top notch!

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Pat Carry
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Lookin' toooo good. Keep up the good work!

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JohnCFord
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This project rocks! Good job guys! :drink3:

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Very well done, can't wait to see the finished product :drink3: :drink3:

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Alan Brooks
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John.... Looking good...... I have heard a rumor that you guys will be sharing a ramp or two with us (B-29/B-24) this summer? Can't wait to see her up running and flying.......
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johnrfuentes
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That's what I hear also. Are you coming out with them?
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