Hi. Yes the 150/150 looks like it would fit my needs perfect, if I could double the the fuel capacity. With standard tanks it doesn't seem like it would work.
Seems like a wealth energy and information here! It is enjoyable to read through the excitement.
While long range tanks are nice, there are some things to consider.
There's the added weight. The factory style long range tanks are great in that they enlarge the existing tanks but leave the fuel system unchanged. Other set ups add weight to the aircraft. I believe the Flint tip tank system adds 35 lbs. The added weight of the fuel reduces useful load available for passengers or baggage, regardless of the system. Most 150s don't have a lot of useful load to spare.
Factory long range tanks are hard to come by. You either have to find a plane with them already or spend a lot of time tracking them down. A few people in this club have been looking for them, I don't think anyone has succeeded in getting all the necessary parts.
I do not have long range tanks in my 150/150. I considered looking for them but could not afford them at the time I did the conversion. Since completing the conversion, I've found that I don't really need them. Most of my flying is in the local area and less than 2 hours. For my normal use, the long range tanks offer no benefit. I also learned that by pulling the power back, I can fly legs that are about the same length as I used to fly with 100HP. Just because the power is there doesn't mean it has to be used all the time.
A 150HP conversion has 3 really wonderful benefits. 1) Improved rate of climb. 2) Improved service ceiling (the reason I did the conversion). and 3) They're a hoot to fly!
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