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Product Information
Updated 4.30.11
Power Flow Systems, Inc. has been hard at work developing a potential exhaust system for the Beechcraft Bonanza. This will be our first six cylinder exhaust system, so all existing PFS exhaust designs would not come close to fitting. It requires a "clean-sheet" design to fit inside the cowling while accommodating the necessary length for increased performance.
PFS is happy to announce that we have designed an exhaust that meets all of our design parameters and delivers substantial improvements in the performance of the Beech Bonanza. At this point, all of our developmental testing has been done on only one aircraft, our A36, N9066S with an IO-520 engine. The exhaust and certification are planned for Bonanzas configured with the IO-520 engine first, with the IO-470 and IO-550 engines to follow.
Based on over 3700 Power Flow equipped aircraft flying today, we feel that the performance we are seeing should represent "the average" aircraft. As is normally the case, some aircraft will respond even better to the tuned exhaust, while some may not respond quite as well.
Due to the unique design, we do not want to fully commit to the high cost of FAA certification and production tooling of the exhaust unless a significant number of Bonanza owners will commit to the purchase of the exhaust.
Number of IO-520 Bonanza Deposit Holders as of 4.22.11: 7
Remaining number of deposit holders needed for PFS to commit to certification: 23.
- Up to 7 knots faster (4 knots is minimum guarantee)
- Up to 1.5 gallons per hour fuel savings at current speeds
- Up to 15% improvement in rate of climb
- Increase in service ceiling – 2000-5000 feet
Exhaust Features:
An entirely new high performance tuned exhaust system, includes Power Flow’s patented and patent pending design features such as:
-Each header has an independent slip joint – no clamps
-Mandrel bent tubing
-Includes new cabin heat design, no change to SCAT connections
-Weighs approximately 10 pounds more than the stock design (which will help move your CG forward)
-2 year/500 hour warranty, whichever occurs first (prop. must be dynamically balanced)
-Includes all necessary hardware and SCAT tubing for installation. No need to purchase anything additional.
-PFS exhaust exits out same locations in cowling
-Estimated time to remove stock exhaust and install PFS: 3-5 hours
Frequently Asked Questions:
How will I know how many deposits you have received?
We will continuously update our website forum with the number of deposits received.
When will the exhaust system be certified?
We can not predict a date. In the past, we have been able to certify and bring to market an exhaust design within 12 months of seeking FAA approval. However, prior experience is not a guarantee or accurate predictor of future success. It is in our best interests to bring the exhaust to the market as rapidly as possible.
Will Power Flow be certifying the exhaust for other countries/regions such as Europe?
The initial product will only be certified for US (N registered aircraft) and Canada.
We will consider the European market based upon the interest. The retail price will likely be higher than the US to reflect the cost of additional certification required by EASA.
Why is the price for the exhaust more expensive than for other aircraft?
This pricing is for six cylinder aircraft whereas all of our previous certifications have been for four cylinder aircraft.
Cost of certification continues to climb. This affects the end unit price as we have to spread those costs out over a certain number of aircraft to provide a reasonable rate of return for the risk we incur.
How can I pay for the deposit?
We prefer major credit cards, but will also accept checks & money orders.
If I choose not to take delivery of the exhaust after I have paid the non-refundable deposits, do I have any additional options?
Yes, you are able to sell your deposit slot at which time you must notify us of your intentions. We will not refund your deposit; the new purchasing party will be responsible for compensating you for your deposit. Upon your authorization, we will change the name of the deposit holder from your name to the new customer’s name. You have 60 days from notification that your exhaust is ready in order to complete this process.
Will my deposit money be put into an escrow?
No. The cost to set-up, manage and administer the escrow adds levels of complexity and cost to this project. In part, this is why we are requiring only a small deposit on the exhaust and encouraging the use of credit cards to make the initial deposit.
If I have international currency, will you wait to take payment until the exchange rate is good?
Regardless of currency, payment is due as described in the above agreement. If you are worried about the exchange rate changing, we would suggest setting up a bank account in US funds.
What if I am not able to pay the final balance prior to the scheduled ship date?
Should this situation occur, you will be moved until the end of the pre-production line or will be provided with a 60 day grace period (whichever is more beneficial to you).
What if PFS does not certify the product with my engine configuration, is my deposit refunded?
Yes, this is stated earlier in the agreement as one of the three conditions in which your deposit is refundable. Initial certification is planned for the IO-520 Bonanza beginning with the A36. Power Flow anticipates IO-470 and IO-550 certifications to follow thereafter.
Pre-production pricing (through April 30, 2011):
Deposit holder pricing is guaranteed, regardless of final price. If the final
retail price is lower than projected, the deposit holder price will be adjusted
down to reflect the same dollar amount of savings as was originally forecast.
Offer Basis:
A minimum of 30 deposits from US/Canadian Customers by April 30, 2011 in order
for PFS to commit to full certification and production. The sooner the 30
deposit mark is reached, the sooner PFS will apply for certification.
All deposits received by the above date receive a pre-production pricing discount
as outlined below. Every deposit holder saves when a new price point is
reached.
Production
Prices:
Full
System - Polished Tailpipes
$6,500
(subject
to change)
Full
System - Ceramic Tailpipes
$6,900
Number of
Deposits
Pre-Production Deposit Holders
Final Price
Savings
Tailpipe Finish
Tailpipe Finish
(guaranteed)
0-39 (at
least 30 req.)
Polished
$5,750
Ceramic
$6,150
$750
40-49
Polished
$5,585
Ceramic
$5,985
$915
50-59
Polished
$5,425
Ceramic
$5,825
$1,075
60-69
Polished
$5,255
Ceramic
$5,655
$1,245
All Prices are in US Dollar Currency.
A $500 deposit is required. Upon FAA Certification, a $1,500 additional deposit is
required within 30 days. The balance is due prior to shipment. Deposits are
non-refundable, except for the specified reasons discussed in more detail
below.
Production slots are first come first served. The only way to move up in the list is come
to Daytona for installation. We typically install a minimum of 3 aircraft
prior to releasing for outside shipment.
By placing a deposit, you are agreeing:
Your $500 deposit is non refundable except for 3 specific reasons (*see “Power Flow
Systems, Inc agrees to” below.) and will be charged upon completion of this
agreement.
Your $1,500 non-refundable deposit is due within 30 days of PFS obtaining FAA certification. You will be
contacted when certification is complete. Failure to make payment within the
agreed time frame forfeits your deposit, pricing, and delivery slot.
You will be contacted with your estimated shipping date once parts are in full production and we have
completed several local installations. The balance will be due before the
exhaust ships.
You must take delivery with in 60 days of your scheduled ship date or forfeit all deposits.
Power Flow Systems, Inc. agrees to:
Develop and obtain FAA approval on an exhaust system for the Bonanza, provided a minimum of 30 deposits are received by April 30, 2011.
Guarantee minimum performance improvements from the PFS exhaust (see Performance, above).
Deliver the same high quality, performance improving exhaust system we have delivered to over 3500
happy aircraft owners and as standard equipment on the Diamond Aircraft DA40XL
series of aircraft.
Provide a money back guarantee for the exhaust within 60 days of installation.
Power Flow Systems has a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. If within 60 days from the date of the first flight after installation the customer is dissatisfied for any reason, they can return the system to Power Flow Systems and they will be entitled to a full refund of the purchase price of the system (exclusive of shipping charges and labor) once the system has been received and inspected by Power Flow Systems. Inspection will take place within five (5) days from the return of the system, and an adjustment to the refund amount will be made for any parts missing or damaged. If the original payment was made on a credit card, it will be refunded to the same credit card, if by check, company check will be issued.
The warranties provided by Power Flow Systems, Inc. in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Exhaust Systems you purchase for your use, and not for resale, and not from Exhaust Systems that are acquired through transfer of ownership. Installation and use of the Exhaust System constitutes your agreement with the terms of this warranty. The term “Exhaust System” means a Power Flow Systems, Inc. exhaust system, its upgrades, elements or combination of them. Nothing in this Statement of Limited Warranty affects any statutory rights of consumers that cannot be waived or limited by contract. If you have any questions, please contact Power Flow Systems, Inc.
The Power Flow Systems, Inc. Warranty for Exhaust Systems
Power Flow Systems, Inc. warrants under normal use and service that each exhaust system is 1) free from defects in materials and workmanship and 2) conforms to FAA regulations where applicable. The warranty period for an Exhaust System is a specified, fixed period commencing on the Date of Installation. The date on your log book entry is the Date of Installation unless Power Flow Systems, Inc. or the Reseller informs you otherwise.
If an Exhaust System does not function as warranted during the warranty period, and Power Flow Systems, Inc. or your Reseller are unable to either 1) make it do so or 2) replace it with one that is functionally equivalent, you may return it to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded.
Extent of Warranty
The warranty does not cover the repair or exchange of a Power Flow Systems, Inc. exhaust system resulting from misuse, accident, modification, installation errors, unsuitable physical or operating environment, improper maintenance by you, installation not performed in accordance with our current and approved installation instructions or failure caused by a product for which Power Flow Systems, Inc. is not responsible. Power Flow Systems, Inc. reserves the right to deny any warranty claim.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN THAT EVENT, SUCH WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD.
Items Not Covered by Warranty
Power Flow Systems, Inc. does not warrant Exhaust Systems where end-users attempt to extract a Power Flow exhaust system from a third-party consumer. End-users, who chose to do this, do so at their own risk.
Power Flow Systems, Inc. Exhaust Systems may or may not fit once removed from the aircraft for which it was originally intended.
Power Flow Systems, Inc. does not warrant any outside labor costs associated with the installation, removal, inspection, repair or other considerations of the Exhaust System.
Any technical or other support provided for a Power Flow Systems, Inc. Exhaust System under warranty, such as assistance via telephone with “how-to” questions and those regarding Exhaust System set-up and installation, will be provided without warranties of any kind. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the installer, A&P with inspection authority or equivalent, to determine the airworthiness of the installation in accordance with FAA regulations.
Warranty Service
If during the warranty period, the Power Flow Systems, Inc. Exhaust System is not in good working order, Power Flow Systems, Inc. will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace it at no additional charge, provided that:
the vibration level of the engine and propeller does not exceed 0.2 IPS at a minimum of 2,000RPM (confirmed by a dynamic balance).
the Power Flow Systems, Inc. Exhaust System is installed on an airworthy engine.
the exhaust is in compliance with our Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Instructions (ICAW).
the Power Flow Systems, Inc. Exhaust System is installed on the designated aircraft it was purchased for.
During the warranty period, if warranty service is required, you may be required to acquire a dynamic balance for further investigation.
To obtain warranty service for an Exhaust System, contact Power Flow Systems, Inc. directly within thirty (30) days of defect discovery. Failure to do so and/or using a third-party for repairs or service will void the warranty. You may be required to present proof of purchase and log book entries. You are also responsible for returning the defective Exhaust System or Exhaust System component to Power Flow Systems, Inc. at your cost. Power Flow Systems, Inc. will not reimburse these shipping costs or any outside labor costs that may be associated with the installation, removal, inspection or repair of the Exhaust System.
Power Flow Systems, Inc. will pay for the outbound shipping expense (UPS ground or other non- expedited freight service) from our facility to the customer, but will not pay for shipments inbound to our facility for warranty repair.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
WARRANTY PERIOD
COVERAGE
All Models
1 Year or 500 Tach Hours whichever comes first.
Power Flow Systems, Inc. parts, Power Flow Systems, Inc. labor and shipping replacement to customer only.
Limitation of Liability
NEITHER Power Flow Systems, Inc. NOR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR ANY OTHER THEORY, EVEN IF Power Flow Systems, Inc. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Power Flow Systems, Inc. ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT, REPAIR, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT Power Flow Systems, Inc.’s OPTION.
