Re: KR> Melting lead

[Ken Hurley via KRnet]

So when the wife takes cooking utensil and makes contact with skull you
are now officially called a "pot head"!

On Jan 27, 2017 11:09 PM, "Bill Masquelier via KRnet" 
wrote:

> I melt lead easily over an old Coleman camping stove in an old (junk) pot-
> no problem
>
> Bill Masquelier
>
>
> 
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> Subject: KR> Melting lead
>
> First a comment before my question.  In the book it says to use an old pot
> to melt lead down for the aileron counter weight.  I'll give you some
> advise. What you consider an old pot is might be different then what your
> wife considers an old pot is. Be forewarned??
>
> How do you melt a 5 lbs chunk of lead on the stove? I did an internet
> search.  Lead melts at 621 degrees.  I'm not even getting close to that.
>
>
> Paul Visk
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KR> Wing tank building material

[Ken Hurley]

nicr at sharefoodbringhope.org

On Nov 17, 2016 11:13 AM, "Joe. E. Wallace via KRnet" 
wrote:

> Mike  I appreciate your comments?.jw
>
> > On Nov 15, 2016, at 18:34, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet <
> krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote:
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> > should
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KR> wing tank building material

[Ken Hurley]

Archoil, has a fuel additive that received a Nobel prize that prevents gas
from going bad.

On Nov 13, 2016 8:40 AM, "Larry Flesner via KRnet" 
wrote:

>
>
>  but unless you are planning to run alcohol contaminated fuel, epoxy tanks
>> really aren't an issue.
>>
>
> 
> +++
>
> I'm with Jeff on this one.  My tanks are epoxy and I've run a considerable
> amount of auto fuel when I could still find it without alcohol.  The
> concern with auto fuel is if it sets in the system for long periods it can
> gum up the carburetor.  12+ years with epoxy tanks and still going strong.
>
> Larry Flesner
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KR> Tire Pressures

[Ken Hurley]

The #1 problem with tires (any tire) is low air pressure. My father-in-law
had a tire shop. After learning that and driving over 500,000 miles, I've
had 2 flats! Learn how to land and that solves the bouncing problem.




Thanks

Ken Hurley
kenhurley50 at gmail.com
417-343-6888

On Fri, Nov 11, 2016 at 11:34 AM, Mark Langford via KRnet <
krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote:

> Bob Sauer wrote:
>
> > What tire pressure is being used for the mains and the nose wheel?  My
> Plane
> > is 700 lbs. and has the suggested rims and tires.
>
> I fill mine up to 50 psi, mainly to keep from pinching tubes on hard
> landings.  I check them every 2-3 months and top them off again, but
> it's not a problem to keep less in it.  What I have learned though is
> below about 25 psi, the chances of pinching a tube (and creating a leak)
> go way up below 25 psi.  And early warning is when I roll the plane out
> of the hangar and the tires squeak...they are usually low.
>
> Of course 50 psi means more bounce on landings, so there is a tradeoff.
> And depending on your tube, it may not even handle 50 psi (my Cheng
> Shins are good to 70 psi).  If you are fanatical about maintaining tire
> pressure, 40 psi may be a better number.   I don't have a nose wheel,
> but I would expect it to be similar.  I'm sure there are other opinions,
> but that's been my experience...
>
> Mark Langford, Harvest, AL
> ML "at" N56ML.com
> www.N56ML.com
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KR> Speed Brake

[Ken Hurley]

How many planes and how many hours have KR's flown without one? Enjoy your
time in the air.

On Nov 4, 2016 7:50 PM, "bjoenunley via KRnet"  wrote:

>
>
> Do I need my speed brake installed before my first flight?  I have a
> mechanical speed brake ready to install but I am ready to fly.  My thought
> was fly sooner, keep it simple with no additional items to effect the first
> flight. I live on a 3000 foot grass strip.  I have hydraulic brakes.  Will
> I need that brake installed?
>
>
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KR> Accordng to Air Nav

[Ken Hurley]

Rob gave me my first KR ride. I'll return the favor and give him a hand
next year. Oh and I'll fly up.!

On Sep 18, 2016 4:07 PM, "Daniel Heath via KRnet" 
wrote:


KLXT

Lee's Summit Municipal Airport
Lee's Summit, Missouri, USA



I hope to be there.



My Panther Building Documentation at  
PantherBuilder Web Site



Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC



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KR> Stop over on the way home

[Ken Hurley]

Nice project Paul. Some how your lights ended up in my pockets!

On Sep 18, 2016 11:08 AM, "Paul Visk via KRnet" 
wrote:

>
>
> Ken, Mike and Ray stopped over for a visit on the way home from Mt
> Vernon. It was a vary productive for all of us. Thanks for the visit guys.
>
> Paul Visk Belleville IL  618 406 4705
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KR> KR Gathering

[Ken Hurley]

Yes, also dinner banquet at 7:00, $15. Let Larry know if you want to eat.

On Sep 16, 2016 11:51 AM, "Chris Prata via KRnet" 
wrote:

> will there still be krs there tomorrow? i am 4 hours away,  planning to
> come saturday.
>
> there is rain in the area
>
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KR> KR Poll, last chance

[Ken Hurley]

A

On Sep 8, 2016 7:26 AM, "Paul Visk via KRnet"  wrote:

>
>
> I was somewhat overwhelmed with the response. I didn't know we had that
> many active builders.  Which is awesome.  The response from the active
> flyers was little on the weak side.   Maybe they are too busy flying there
> KR's. : )So, If you haven't responded to the poll yet.  Send me an email
> off net to  ppaulvsk at aol.com.
> Put in the subject line.
> " A" for active builders
> " T" for first flight this year
> " N" for first flight next year
> ",F"  for flying KR's
> I will give out the results at the gathering and then post them.
>
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KR> Tail Wheel

[Ken Hurley]

If anyone has an extra tail wheel assembly they want to sell i'm
interested. If you can bring it to the annual fly-in I'll settle up with
you there. Call or text 417-343-6888, kenhurley50 at gmail.com.

Picture is too big and exceeds email capacity.



Thanks

Ken Hurley
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417-343-6888

KR> Great plains

[Ken Hurley]

Don Grow and Art Box are the owners of Great Plains. Founder Steve Bennett
sold to Marty Roberts, who has sold the business to Don and Art. They are
located in Afton, OK. I have been to their shop, so I know they are up and
running. Maybe not as smooth as they would like but still up and running.

Don, Art, and Marty will be at Oshkosh (they won't have a booth this year)
but Marty will have his 5th wheel and that will be the meeting area for
Great Plains.

Here is the web site for their company:
http://www.greatplainsas.com/
http://www.greatplainsas.com/scorder.html

Great Plains Aircraft
Supply Co.

Tel 402 493 6507

info at greatplainsas.com

Even though Marty isn't a partner he is still involved with Great Plains.
Marty, my friend Mike Arnold and I took one of my VW motors to GP and we
re-built my 1835.

I think you'll be pleased with the new owners, especially when the rough
spots get smoothed out. They are expanding their inventory and getting the
right people in the right places.

I hope this info helps. I'll continue to do business with them in the
future!




Thanks

Ken Hurley
kenhurley50 at gmail.com
417-343-6888

On Fri, Jul 15, 2016 at 10:09 AM, Jeff Scott via KRnet  wrote:

> So, the question is, who owns Great Plains now, and where are they located?
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KR> Ballast weight installation

[Ken]

Hi Jeff

That is exactly the point I was aiming to yesterday.  The addition of a 
single pound in the tail would require perhaps five times more in the 
nose due to the differences in distance from the CG to the tail than the 
the distance from CG to the nose.  It is quite likely the balance weight 
on the elevator is good to have but unnecessary for the KR-2 since much 
of it's top speeds have shown that most of the KR-2 have exhibited 
little or no concern.

Adrian Carter and I were both building our own KR-2 at the same time in 
Calgary and we were always concerned with how to keep our projects 
light.  That needs to remain the principle target with the KR-2.  I am 
getting close to finishing my plane many years after Adrian's.  I 
haven't commented on anything over the years but perhaps I should rather 
than just reading.

Thank you
Ken R Nathan  KR-2  C-FKRN

On 5/11/2015 11:34 PM, Jeff Scott via KRnet wrote:
> Hi John,
>
> You are correct in that the fuselage was extended to address elevator 
> sensitivity and the firewall moved forward to move the engine forward to make 
> the plane easier to balance.  Sid just stated it a different way by saying 
> the wing was moved back by 2".  Either statement is correct.  I don't think 
> the CG envelope changed at all between the 2 and 2S as far as CG range 
> relative to the wing cord.
>
> I don't know why Sid's plane is so terribly tail heavy, but adding a ton of 
> weight to it isn't the way I would go about fixing it.  As someone pointed 
> out, he has balance weights on the elevator.  Those are really unnecessary on 
> the KRs.  I'd lose those in a heartbeat.  When I rebuilt the tail on mine to 
> a much larger elevator and stab, I designed it to accommodate a set of 
> balance weights, but when it came down to it, I couldn't convince myself to 
> add 4# of lead to the tail.
>
> Sid seems determined to fly his plane as equipped.  That seems fool hardy to 
> me and others have implied the same on the net.  Hopefully he won't hurt 
> himself in it.
>
> Best regards,
>
> -Jeff
>
>
>
>> Hi Jeff
>>
>> I thought the -2S had the rear fuselage extended to reduce elevator
>> sensitivity and had the firewall moved forward to compensate by altering the
>> engine mount position. I can well understand then why you correctly needed
>> to add weight up front in various ways without building the firewall
>> extension. I wasn't aware that RR changed the CoG envelopes as well to
>> reflect any changes to wing position.
>>
>> I sincerely hope Sid has a successful flight but I don't understand his
>> reluctance to get his conclusions verified by a professional given the
>> stakes. To me it's a no brainer given the magnitude of the weights
>> apparently needed.
>>
>> Regards John
>>
>>
>> John Martindale
>> 29 Jane Circuit
>> Toormina NSW 2452
>> Australia
>>   
>> ph:61 2 6658 4767
>> m:0403 432179
>> email:john_martindale at bigpond.com
>> web site:
>>
>> -Original Message-
>> From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Jeff Scott
>> via KRnet
>> Sent: Tuesday, 12 May 2015 4:03 AM
>> To: krnet at list.krnet.org
>> Cc: Jeff Scott
>> Subject: Re: KR> Ballast weight installation
>>
>> Sid brings up a good point here, especially for builders that are early on
>> in their projects..snip
>>
>>
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KR> Ballast weight installation

[Ken]

The counter balance for the elevator could be adding to the problem with 
Sid's KR-2.  That is addition weight aft of CG that isn't in the plans 
that I have.
Kr-2 builder C-FKRN
Ken Nathan

On 5/11/2015 3:02 PM, Jeff Scott via KRnet wrote:
> Sid brings up a good point here, especially for builders that are early on in 
> their projects.  I think sometimes we forget that the original KR design 
> tended to be a tail heavy design that was balanced by a large header tank in 
> the nose.  That didn't work out so great as it left the pilot landing in an 
> aft CG configuration when low on fuel.  20 years ago, there were lots of 
> stories about guys taking a friend for a ride and experiencing an exciting 
> landing with low fuel and an aft CG at the end of the flight.
>
> With the advent of the -2S design nearly 20 years ago, many of those lessons 
> have been forgotten.  But as Sid points out, the wings were essentially moved 
> forward in the -2S to help balance the plane.  Additionally, most builders 
> are putting their fuel in the wings to avoid the large CG shift, as well as 
> for other safety reasons.
>
> My KR has the extended tail, but was not stretched in the nose (started 
> before the release of the -2S plans).  I knew when I was building it that 
> this plane wanted to be tail heavy, so made a concerted effort throughout the 
> build process to move weight forward.  I used the Rand Robinson designed 
> O-200 motor mount and a C-85, then eventually an O-200 with the heavy 
> accessories to help keep that weight forward.  I also mounted my battery on 
> the front of the firewall.  When completed, my CG came out where I wanted it 
> without the need to move more things around or the need for ballast.  
> However, as I said, I made an effort through out the build to move weight 
> forward.
>
> As for Sid's checklist of modifications to move the CD forward, I did them 
> all to get the plane right:
> 1) Move the engine forward (used a longer mount than what was normally used).
> 2) Hung Battery on the firewall.
> 3) Installed a heavier engine.
>
> That's what it took to get a nicely balanced plane with the shorter KR-2 
> firewall placement.
>
> -Jeff Scott
> Los Alamos, NM
>
>
>> John,
>> If I knew the actual answer to why so tail heavy, I would have fixed that
>> long ago and would not be having all this discussion.  The only plausible
>> explanation I have is: The designer, Stu Robinson, set the RAF-48 wing
>> 2-inches farther forward in the stock plans than it should have been.  That
>> is a moot point with the advent of the KR-2S.
>> I know there are hundreds of KR-2 aircraft flying.  It seems they either
>> have moved the engine forward, hung batteries on the the firewalls,
>> installed heavier engines and/or fly them onto the runway at 70+ knots and
>> never ever stall them.  That or the builders are not around to tell about
>> their last flight.
>>
>> Sid Wood
>> Tri-gear KR-2 N6242 N6242
>> Mechanicsville, MD, USA
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KR> > Subject: Carbon fiber sources

[Ken Henderson]

Take the time to check out the Vans Air Force link included in Steven Eberharts 
question on carbon fiber yesterday. This Corvair conversion is mind blowing.

KR> Mailings

[Ken Henderson]

Lately my receiving of KRNet has been very spotty. I get every other one then 
it will skip 10 issues or so and start again. Anybody else having these 
problems?

Also, last issue of Corvaircraft was received on 4/5/2013, Vol. 342 Issue 71. 
Attempts to contact Corvaircraft site only gets me ?Mail Delivery Failure? 
notices. Does anyone have any info about this?

Thanks, Ken Henderson

KR> To Turbo or not to Turbo that is the Question

[Ken Yellen]

Ken Rand also spent more on Oxygen than on gas.
Ken

On Sat, Jan 29, 2011 at 10:08 AM, Steve Glover <n92...@cox.net> wrote:

> And KR-1 that is at EAA OSH.
> Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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> Date: Sun, 02 Jan 2011 22:46:26
> To: KRnet<kr...@mylist.net>
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> Subject: Re: KR> To Turbo or not to Turbo that is the Question
>
> Ken Rand turboed his KR-2, Virg
>
>
> On 1/2/2011 12:46 PM, Jeff Scott wrote:
> > Joe, You have to know that you aren't the first to go down this path.  I
> would suggest that you take a good look at Orma Robbins web site<
> http://www.kr-2.aviation-mechanics.com/>, then do a search in the KRNet
> Archives for Orma's comments and problems with regards to his turbo
> installation on his Type 4 engine.  Orma is a long time A/IA, so is far
> from new at this, but I think eventually, he found that the problems with
> the turbo on the type 4 were much more than he wanted to deal with.  Your
> mileage may vary, but you may learn the most by looking at the history and
> failures of one that has been down that road before. -Jeff ScottN1213W
>  -- Original Message --
> >
> >
> >
>
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KR> Kr2

[Ken Yellen]

Hey gang, I sold my KR2 at the boat stage back around 1983. The spars were
signed off. At the time, I lived in Buena Park, California, almost next to
the Fullerton airport. Would the buyer of that plane be on this list, and
did he finish it?

Ken

KR> Whirlwinds

[Ken Henderson]

I fly out of KALM in Alamogordo, NM, alt.4200, DA usually 6000 and UP. We have 
a lot of whirlwinds, dust devils we call 'em. These things can extend 1000 ft. 
or more into the atmosphere and pack a nasty surprise for the unaware or 
unsuspecting pilot. They are like mini-tornados with a top of 200 ft. or more 
in diameter. That is the "visible" top that can be seen from the airborne dirt, 
the affected area is much larger. I remember reading that the wind velocity can 
be 100 mph or more at the top.
I can remember as a kid running into these things to get to the "eye", and 
yes there is an "eye", but it is small and hard to keep up with on foot. Of 
course, the "devils" are smaller and slower on the ground than they are at 
flight level.
While these things can be unsettling at altitude, they can be disastrous 
during the takeoff or landing. If there is no available loose dirt, these 
things can be damn near invisible with the only clue being the movement of 
ground cover. Imagine a sudden 360 degree circular crosswind of about 25 mph or 
more gathering you up as you get light. That's what I think Mike experienced.
If you're flying in the west these babies are an occupational hazard. AOPA 
website probably has some info on this but the best advice is "see and avoid".
Ken

KR> Spar vs. Capstrip spruce stock

[Ken Henderson]

Thanks for the advice Jeff, Roger, Oscar, and Joe. As you may have figured out, 
wood is not my most knowledgeable subject. I read "sparcap" in the instructions 
and assume they would be made from capstrip. Very bad assumption. You guys 
saved me a bunch of money and time and possibly prevented me building something 
that was not as good as it should be.
Joe, sorry about the "hokey" crack. I wonder if the mod was an attempt to 
enable builders to use the wood they already had in the kits? I'm sure that it 
is safe and airworthy or it wouldn't be there. I plan on using the 5048/45 
airfoil so yes, I am building a different center spar. When I downloaded the 
templates and had them printed I noticed in the fine print the measurements 
needed if eliminating the foam extension. Since I am building the outer spars 
why not make them one piece I thought. BTW-I live in a small town and we don't 
have an Insty-Prints, etc. so I took the airfoil template pdf. file to the 
local print shop. Said it would take a week and cost $30. I was going by 
Staples and noticed they had a print department. Less than half a day and cost 
me $7. As always, your results may vary.
Ken

KR> Spar vs. Capstrip spruce stock

[Ken Henderson]

All, 
Should have asked this as well. If capstrip is unsuitable for the wing 
spars is it also unsuitable for the spars used in the horizontal and vertical 
stabilizers? If so, not a problem as I will calculate width needed including 
kerf loss, order 5/8" spar stock, and rip them myself. Please excuse my 
ignorance. This wood is costing me a small fortune and I want to make sure I 
get what I need. Thanks, Ken

KR> Spar vs. Capstrip spruce stock

[Ken Henderson]

All,
Still trying to get my Aircraft Spruce wood order right and I have a few 
questions. Is capstrip suitable for use as spar and longeron material? In their 
online catalog Aircraft Spruce states that their capstrip stock is 
"non-structural". Aren't spars considered structural? 
The reason for this question is this. For the KR-2S front and rear outer 
wing spars I will need (4) 1 15/16" x 1 7/8" x 90" and (4) 7/8" x 7/8" x 91" 
pieces of spruce. These pieces are longer than what is supplied in the kit 
because I am eliminating the hokey foam spar extensions. I can order 7/8" x 
7/8" capstrip material or I can order a piece of spar stock 7/8" x 4" x 91" and 
rip my 4 rear outer spars from it if the capstrip material is not suitable but 
I can't figure out a way to do the front outer spars. Spar stock is available 
in up to 1 1/2" thickness and capstrip is available in up to 1" thickness. 
Either path will require a lamination of 2 pieces to achieve the required 
thickness unless I can order special thickness spar stock. Any advice?
Thanks, Ken

KR> Plywood

[Ken Henderson]

All, 
Just bit the bullet and sent a spruce and ply order off to Aircraft Spruce. 
I know most of you do business with Wick's but they couldn't supply the spar 
stock I needed and California is much closer to NM than Illinois shipping cost 
wise.
I noticed they offer ply in 90 degree and 45 degree. I assumed that the KR, 
being an "economical" airplane to build, would use the 90 degree. Am I correct 
in this?
    Thanks, Ken

KR> fuselage,glass or paint ?

[Ken Nathan]

My belief is simple. When one engineers an aircraft you design it to do 
exactly the job, anything more and it becomes too heavy to fly and of course 
too light it could  suffer structual failure.

Ken Nathan
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From: "Larry Flesner" <fles...@verizon.net>
To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 10:49 AM
Subject: KR> fuselage,glass or paint ?



>  What in the world do you think was going to hold the deck cloth to
> the structure anyway (which was infact the original question). I
> used the epoxy instead of another type of wood sealer that was
> going to have to be put on any way. The epoxy was harder for
> sanding purposes to prep for painting (so I did not sand into the
> wood). The epoxy was applied by squeegy not brush and trust me it
> was not thick as I microwaved it to thin it out before applying.
>Joe Horton
+

We're talking "deck cloth" here.  Only 1.45 ounces per square yard
plus the small amount of epoxy needed to wet it out. If you don't get
carried away with the epoxy I'm guessing your finish will be as light
as all the filler needed to smooth out the wood for a slick
finish.  Why add dead weight to finish the wood when you could be
adding some small amount of strength at the same time for probably
the same amount of weight. Tony Bingelis recommends going that route
and I'm a big fan of Tony.  If you're a builder and don't have all
his books (available through EAA) you are missing out on a lot of
good info.  I certainly wouldn't recommend covering with something as
heavy as the  KR cloth or equivalent.

Larry Flesner


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KR> Grain orientation on Firewall

[Ken Henderson]

All,
I have been a lurker for several years as I gathered parts and materials 
but am getting close to gluing sticks together. I have poured over builders 
websites and old posts, as well as my plans and construction book and have some 
questions but I'm going to continue to do some research until I'm smart enough 
to know what I need to be asking. However, I have one quick question that has 
probably been asked before. I hope you will indulge me. I'm ordering some 
spruce and ply and was wondering if the grain orientation on the 5-ply 1/4" 
birch ply used on the firewall needs to be vertical or horizontal or does it 
matter. Yes, I know plywood doesn't technically have a grain. I'm talking about 
the two outer surfaces or plys. Thanks for the help. Ken

KR> BNC connectors

[Ken Linder]

Do you need the Male or Female side?  I might have a few male BNCs around 
here.

FWIW, IMHO, the twist-on BNC connectors are good for almost nothing.  If 
possible, get the highest quality connectors you can.  Cheap connectors are 
rather prone to intermittant problems.  I don't like 'em.

Ken
(KC7RAD)
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From: "Dj Merrill" <d...@deej.net>
To: "Pshows" <psh...@bayspringstel.net>; "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 21, 2008 7:57 PM
Subject: Re: KR> BNC connectors


Pshows wrote:
> Guys;
>   If anyone has a ready access to BNC connectors for RG58A/U, I would 
> appreciate some help.

Hi Pat,
You can order them from TerminalTown
<http://terminaltown.com/Pages/Page5.html>

Radio Shack carries BNC connectors, too, but they are the twist-on,
non-crimp kind which I do not feel are as good.

-Dj


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"Many things that are unexplainable happen during the construction of an
airplane."  --Dave Prizio, 30 Aug 2005

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KR> Foam

[Ken Henderson]

Larry Howell wrote:

> If you are so inclined to try Divinycell as a core for your wing surfaces, 
> Divinycell's HT series was developed for aircraft cores. You could choose 
> their HT50 which is 3.1 lb/ft3.. It has a 100psi compressive strength, 73 
> psi shear strength etc.

I'm not anywhere close to this operation yet but since we're on the subject of 
foam I have a question. I bought 2 different KR-2 projects for constructing my 
airplane. One kit came with a huge (Aprox. 8'x3'x3') box of foam blocks, the 
foam kit that RR sells. As close as I can figure, this kit was purchased from 
RR in the early '70's. Is this foam still safe to use? It is still in the box 
and does not appear to have had much exposure to sunlight, etc.
Also, I have a brand new RR VW motor mount still in the box that a fellow 
builder is interested in. I don't have a current price list from RR. Can 
someone tell me what they cost now? I want to make this guy as good a deal as I 
can but I have no idea what the mount is worth. Thanks, Ken 

KR> Looking for someone nearby to see their plane, AZ or SoCal

[Ken Linder]

Hi Nick!

We're not far from each other...  sort of.  I'm in Vegas.  I know of one 
fellow here that has one, but haven't called him yet.  A pilot friend of 
mine (I'm still a student) told me that the RVs are pretty popular here and 
that he had only seen a few KRs in the last 5 years.

I hope to get out to the airport soon (Boulder City) and look at my new 
school's trainers.  If I see any KRs out there, I will let you know.

Ken
KC7RAD
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To: <kr...@mylist.net>
Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 1:55 PM
Subject: KR> Looking for someone nearby to see their plane, AZ or SoCal


> Hey guys (and presumably gals),
>
> The name's Nick Brennan, and I live in Lake Havasu City, AZ.  I am 
> practically frothing at the mouth to begin building either a KR2 or KR2S 
> (most likely the latter), but am a bit concerned about how well my 220 
> pound frame will fit in the plane.  I am 6 ft tall, also.  Most of my 
> flights (like 95% or more) are going to be flown solo with my trusty 
> German Shepherd at my side, so I know the weight is ok, but I'm talking 
> about squeezing in.
>
> I'd appreciate it if anyone from SoCal or Arizona would be willing to let 
> me come take a look at your finished or unfinished KR2 or KR2S so that I 
> can get a feel for how well I'd fit.  I appreciate any help y'all can 
> give.
>
> Nick Brennan
> nickdbren...@comcast.net
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KR> Radio...

[Ken Linder]

Bill,

I am also looking at Vertex radio equipment.  I have used Yaesu (Vertex) ham 
radios for a while now & pretty much like them.  One thing you may want to 
do, is wrap the feedline into a coil.  Start with 5 or 10 turns & see how 
that works.  If not, maybe try 20.  The coil should have a diameter of about 
2 inches, but probably not more than 2.5 inches.  Keep the coil as close to 
the antenna as possible.

Another possibility is that your coax may be old.  Old coax can do funny 
things with a signal. Maybe try replacing it.  Since you are transmitting 
fine, it doesn't sound like a short.

You could also try to wrap the coax in a torrid core.

I have some more ideas.  Let me know how that works out, OK?  Good luck.

Ken
KC7RAD (ham radio)

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To: <kr...@mylist.net>
Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 1:56 PM
Subject: KR> Radio...


> Just got back from a flight to a neighboring airport where 100LL is 
> cheaper and giving the folks a couple low passes.  Am trying out my new 
> Vertex handheld.  It works real well with my intercom and I can transmit 
> about 60 miles out.  The only problem I have, and I had it with another 
> handheld, is that I cannot squelch out the static.  If I use the whip 
> antenna it silences the static no problem.  But when using the aircraft 
> antenna, it wont silnce with the squelch.  SO I know it is an antenna 
> problem.  I made the standard copper tape antenna but forgot to us the 
> teroids (?)   Is there a fix for this problem?
>
>  Still having fun..Bill
>
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KR> Yokes -vs- Sticks

[Ken Linder]

All,

I have been surfing the web for info on yokes -vs- sticks.  I've only trained 
in a 172, so yoke only for me, so far.  NOW, the stick looks unwieldy to me...  
probably because I have never flown one.

Several places on the net, most of the ones I found anyway, contain comments 
that sticks are better for small aircraft.  After looking at several sites 
detailing how the KR2 fits together, I would have to say, it may be difficult 
to fit a yoke in there.  SO...

Is there anyone here with a yoke in a KR2?  Is it worth the additional hassles, 
skinned knuckles and swear words to have a yoke?

I saw a pic of a KR2 with a yoke (forgot where) and...  well, it just didn't 
look natural.

Comments anyone?

TIA
Ken
KC7RAD

KR> (no subject)

[ken]

here's an 140hp in line four thats capable of aerobatics it weighs 240lbs and 
has a tbo of 2000hrs. it also has a super charger that can be cut on and off 
from the cockpit. http://www.moraviation.com/

 the peak hp and torque is around 3100 rpm so a reduction drive is not needed. 
how much do corvare engines weigh? do you think 240lbs is too much weight?



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KR> (no subject)

[ken]

if your wondering how to keep your mylar tape from peeling up from fight times 
heres a methode i used to do when i was a comercial aircraft painter* after 
painting an aircraft we would have to re-placard  these were generally 
stickers ( just like your tape ) after the placards were applied we would then 
paint with a small detail brush clear paint ( urathan or enamel ) arround the 
edges** this keeps air and contaminates from working under the tape * if 
this works on 747s flying over 400 mph then is should work on a KR flying less 
than 200





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[ken]

HAS ANYONE COME UP WITH A BETTER WAY FOR DETACHABLE WINGS





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[ken]

thanks for the in put but i'll probably enfd up doing some experimental work on 
a test spar i'll let yall know what i come up with -- i'm looking to make  an 
attachment that plugs in and then bolts  although JOACHIN did have a good 
idea with the explosive bolts!





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KR> selling your kr?

[ken]

  Hey John,

  Sorry to hear you are selling your kr2 or are willing to trade for an 
ultralite.Depending on how heavy your "boat" is have you concidered building as 
an ultralite trainer.A kr1 can be built with a weight around 300 lbs and thats 
with a vw motor.Just change your spars and airfoil, and think real lite! As an 
ultra lite trainer you get extra weight allowances.just a thought





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KR> saturn engine

[ken]

 thanks for the info colin

  i'm in the process of researching for a cusotm cam-shaft for the saturn to 
get my hp and torque near the same power curve i'm also looking to have the cam 
ground to to have peak torque and hp at a lower rpm range so there will be less 
wear and stess on the motor

   as for the electronic the comp will go inside the cockpit near the firewall 
but im still looking for that web site i found for the company that does the 
reprograming to convert auto to aircraft



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KR> new member

[ken]

trying to post

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KR> just saying hi

[ken]

Hi i'm ken and i live in middle ga. i've owned my plans for awile now but i've 
yet to start contruction (lack of space and MONEY) i have enjoyed reading the 
posts and compiling the info i dont think i will have any problems once i start 
my building process cause i have a background in composite work and finishing 
(i was an aircraft contractor painting and also work in boat repair and 
refinishing--- but i'm a cop now and dont make as much money  you do see more 
grey haired cops than you do see painters)   if anyone needs advice on 
finishing their aircraft or lives in the middle ga. area and would like some 
help let me know 

   looking forward to hear from yall ken

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KR> saturn engines

[ken]

i'm concidering using the new saturn 2.4 dual overhead cam engine it puts out 
150hp and wet weight is around 285lbs minus reduction drive   has anyone else 
used an inline motor? other than a little plumbing for the radiator whats the 
diff to using opposed air cooled   also has anyone seen that new motor put out 
by "dyna-cam" 200hp at 2000 rpm and 600lbs of torque at 1500 rpm! water cooled 
at 300lbs dry 40 inches by only 30 inches wide for only $30,000 (way out of my 
price range)

   i found a company that rewires auto motors for aircraft using the 
engines comp. but i dont remember what site this was any clues

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KR> Canopy for sale

[ken j grevemberg]

Jack,
  What is the URL of your website?
Thanks,
Ken



On Tue, 16 Aug 2005 22:10:10 -0400 "Jack Cooper"
<kr2coo...@earthlink.net> writes:
> I have a Todds canopy for a KR-2S that I cracked installing it. I 
> have posted some pictures on my website for anyone interested in it. 
> I also included some pictures of my KR with the new Todds canopy 
> installed so you can get an idea of how the canopy is cut. If you 
> are planning on a hatch opening you may be able to use this canopy 
> and/or the extra pieces of plexiglass that comes with it. I would 
> really like to see it used and like to get it out of my garage. If 
> you think you can use it make me an offer. There are 5 pieces all 
> together, most of which have been sprayed with spralat. Email me off 
> net.
> 
> Jack Cooper
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KR> kr2s project for sale

[ken j grevemberg]

I am very interested.
Please send specs and price.
Thanks,
Ken



On Mon, 08 Aug 2005 20:02:18 -0400 "Dave Jeltema" <inmy84ve...@msn.com>
writes:
> kr2s project with alot of the work done already too much to list have 
> tons 
> of pics just e-mail me at inmy84ve...@msn.com if interested i lost 
> my job 
> and am
> starting another carrer
> Thank You
> Dave Jeltema
> 
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KR> dual controls

[ken j grevemberg]

I would like the drawings. Please email them to me.

Thanks,
Ken

Ken Grevemberg
304 Whitewater Lake Road
Tamassee, SC  29686
864-944-7417

On Mon, 25 Jul 2005 22:36:01 -0700 (PDT) Jaco Swanepoel
<jacosw...@yahoo.com> writes:
> Hi Ron,
> If you are interrested, I have some CAD drawings of the assembly. If 
> you would like me to send them to you, please let me know. There are 
> 10 in total, complete with material spec and dimensions. Regarding 
> the bolts and nut, I am one of those people who will hold up his 
> trousers with a belt, suspenders and a rope, JUST IN CASE OF 
> EMERGENCY!!
> Regards,
> Jaco Swanepoel
> KR2S  -  ZU-DVP
> South Africa
> 
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KR> Re: inspection

[ken j grevemberg]

Joe,
   I am building a KR2 and have never dealt with the paperwork.
Any suggestions/help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ken Grevemberg
304 Whitewater Lake Road
Yamassee, SC  29686
864-944-5722


On Thu, 23 Jun 2005 17:30:00 -0400 Joseph H Horton
<joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com> writes:
> Guy's
> Just got done talking to the man that is planning on inspecting my 
> plane
> next week. To start off with he said that I had the best and most
> complete paper package he had ever received. So far so good . Thanks 
> to
> Dan H. and anyone else that I plagiarized information from.
> That being said he has concern about the aerocarb. So I'll see how 
> that
> runs when he is here. Let the count down begin!
> 
> Joe Horton, Coopersburg, Pa.
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