I'm assuming you are aware of the list of Ercoupe mechanics in each
issue of the Coupe Capers.
Every mechanic I have used over the years in Kansas charge a flat
rate for annual and then I pay
for the repair of any "squawks" found at annual time. That avoids
paying for the learning curve &
an incentive to do a good job and get the business again next year.
Seems to me any other
arrangement is like giving them a blank check to fill out.
Dan C
On Dec 11, 2008, at 5:42 AM, Al Demarzo wrote:
Well, at least they were honest about it. Since there is really no
reliable listing for Ercoupe specific mechanics, and that's a
shame, you should contact the EAA and see if they have a Vintage
chapter in the area. Those folks would be more knowledgeable about
who may be able to help you.
Check the smaller airports like Lincoln Park and maybe Greenwood
Lake and Sussex for a mechanic that would suit your needs.
Good luck.
Al DeMarzo
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----- Original Message -----
From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Sent: Wednesday, December 10, 2008 10:14 PM
Subject: [ercoupe-tech] Re Annual inspection
Hi Coupers,
I base my coupe in the Teterboro NJ area.
I am looking for a nearby mechanic experienced on Ercoupes
to do an annual inspection on my plane.
As I previously mentioned the fixed base operator here at my airport
do not care to work on an Ercoupes. (O.K. he fired me)
"He feels that they are not familiar with the plane" That's a quote.
I personally think they're after the big money stuff.
They did my last annual and it took 17 days in their shop
and about $4.000 of labor time and about $300 + for parts and oil
change.
Believe me when I say that this what I was told,
"You're paying us for the learning curve" That's a quote too.
And it was continually put aside for the Big Dollar Birds.
As mentioned. Now I'm looking.
Thank you, Prof. Ed
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