Supplier in Charolette sent me these, this is select Douglas Fir, what ya
think?Chris Sent from my U.S.Cellular© Smartphone
-------- Original message --------From: Flesner via KRnet
<[email protected]> Date: 1/7/21 09:58 (GMT-05:00) To:
[email protected] Cc: Flesner <[email protected]> Subject: Re: KR> Ash
vs. Sitka On 1/7/2021 12:29 AM, Michael via KRnet wrote:> To follow on Phillip
comment, does it really matter what ply is used as> long as it is light and
strong enough to hold shape in flight? What about> fibreglass and foam
laminate like the KR-Super2? Could the laminate not> potentially be even
better than ply (costs excluded)?> Spars are a whole different equation but for
the boat; I am curious and> questioning status quo a little (I am no expert so
questions are genuine)>> Michael L
Griffin+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Michael,Please
don't take my post personal or as an attempt to end your questioning. As a
matter of fact I encourage it. It seems from your questions that you are
unsure just what plan you want to proceed with. Cost and availability seem to
be a driving factor. The further you deviate from a proven plan the longer the
build time and the less likely of success in the end. I recommend a "reality
check". Go back to square one and establish the primary reason you are
building an airplane and why you picked the KR design. If the KR fits your
mission plans but cost and availability of materials are beyond your means then
you may have to scale back your missions to an achievable level.Personally I'd
like to have a C182 but that's beyond my means. The KR fits my need for speed
and fits my budget (given several years build time) but I gave up load
capability but that got me in the air and I don't regret it. Most of the
building techniques you ask about have been done in one form or another but I'm
personally not knowledgeable of them all used in one plan.I'd suggest you, and
anyone looking to build and airplane, start with a clear mission plan. Decide
what you want from the airplane and the minimum capability you will accept.
Decide what aircraft will meet those requirements with a proven design. Start
eliminating designs until you find one that meets the mission , cost, and
availability targets. If modifying an existing plan is doable then go for it.
If your requirement is "I just want to fly" then maybe a hang glider and a high
hill will fulfill the mission. If the joy of building is primary than go that
route. I'm guessing your desire is somewhere between that and a Lear Jet so
only you can decide the course you take. Educating yourself as you are doing
with your questions is a good start in making a decision. Just be honest with
yourself when answering.I guess what I'm trying to say with too many words is
make sure you have a clear plan that is achievable before spending considerable
time and money. If the KR design, with some modifications, fits your budget,
financial plans, and mission, then by all means go for it. I'm sure you''ll
have the backing of the KRnet.Larry FlesnerP.S. Consider the wisdom of an old
KR sage whose signature is just above. "Having and flying a hang glider is
preferable to only having the desire to own a Lear
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