[quote=Gene_Roberts] The mechanic did a thorough check of the log books - engine number did not match engine number in log books, although it was painted up real nice.
Gene,
Your post has an excellent point for a checklist. A check of the logs should include engine number as well as any other serial numbered components. Another item could be the propeller. Is the serial number correct, is it the proper prop according to the TCDS and is there any record of overhaul or repitching? John Franks, of the Cessna Pilots Association wrote a book concerning the buying of the Cessna 182. The checklist in the back of the book for a pre buy is impressive. We might want to consider something along the lines of a club generated pre buy checklist for our members. If I had used Franks list as a guide for the prebuy on my 150, a couple of glaring items would have been caught.
