Re: KRnet> High impedance short - lessons learned

2024-08-29 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Luis;

I had a similar problem on a Focker S11 ... the owner put in a USB power source 
plug with an LED that seems to have shorted.  Result... not enough power to 
turn the prop.   Took it off, powered the starter up with no problem.  

Marc Baca







On Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10:57:36 AM PDT, Luis Claudio via KRnet 
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For the last three months ore so, I’ve been battling a battery drain that has 
kept me grounded. Being that my electronic ignitions require a healthy 12V to 
operate, any drain below that affects both ignition and my transponder. The 
xponder is critical cause I fly under Bravo airspace. 

To the problem: As I taxi my airplane I noticed a rapid battery voltage drain 
from a normal 12.5V to a no go condition of 11 - 10.5v. I would taxi back , 
recharge the battery, do a battery drain and charging system test and find no 
faults. 

I then decided that I may have too small a wire feeding my main buss. I changed 
all feed wires from 20 ga. to 14ga with the main being 12ga. I fired it up and 
no improvement.

My last desperate act was to disconnect every wire from the buss and reconnect 
one at a time to see the effect. The last wire I reconnected was my avionics 
switch and bingo, it arced and I got the voltage drain  

This switch has a built in LED which may have shorted and caused a high 
impedance drain without tripping its breaker. I replaced all switches to 
regular toggle switches and everything is back to normal. I can now return to 
my flight testing and planning for the meet. 

Luis R Claudio
N8981S
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KRnet> Leading Edge on Sterba Propellers

2024-04-14 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello All;
Does anyone remember what material and/or brand was used on the leading edge of 
Sterba Propellers ?
Thank you  in advance,
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Re: KRnet> Passing of a long time KRnet member

2024-03-22 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 

   Sorry to hear about Dave... I remember him from my first KR Gathering in 
2011. I've attached what I believe to be a picture of him.  
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Re: KRnet> KR for sale in Oregon

2023-10-29 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 I think you meant to put this link out:
KR2 for Sale - aviation - by owner - airplane aviation parts - craigslist


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On Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 10:29:03 PM PDT, Pete and Karen Gauthier 
via KRnet  wrote:  
 
  
I have picked up another Champ project and I need to part with the KR. I 
consider this to be still a project. It is still in phase 1, 1835 VW 
(balanced), Forward tilt canopy (from RV12), modified Cheetah gear legs, Rudder 
area increased 26%. All gages stay in the green during flight tests, typical KR 
pitch sensitive (RAF48 airfoil), and normal phase 1 bugs to work through. It 
took too long to finish and my interests have moved on to Low and slow.  I’ve 
been told it’s a great little plane (as the builder, all I see is the flaws😊 ). 
It’s already on a trailer.  Make an offer. I want it to go to a good (safe) 
home.  Following is a link to a craigs list post.   
https://post.craigslist.org/manage/7681845038#:~:text=salem.craigslist.org/avo/d/woodburn%2Dkr2%2Dfor%2Dsale/7681845038.html.
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KRnet> KR in Irasburg Vermont... on Ebay $5k

2022-10-13 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
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KRnet> KR-2 For Sale in Jackson Tenn

2022-09-16 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello All: Steve Brae has a 80% complete KR 2 (nice workmanship) sitting on a 
tri gear with with Matco brakes, a Revmaster 2100 and exhaust. I recall some 
gauges in the dash. (you can ask if it has a gas tank) Needs a carburetor. I 
believe he was asking $5000. Located in Jackson Tennessee. You can reach him at 
(731) 444-0163
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Re: KRnet> Tri wheel conversion

2022-08-17 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 Hello All;
I have an aluminum gear on my KR-2 (N13UG) in tail dragger configuration ... 
and despite all the advice against making it tri-gear, ... I intend to simply 
flip the mounts to the back of the forward spar, and mount the nose gear... 
then install  hydraulic brakes while I'm in there.  If the plane tilts backward 
with me in it.. I will consider installing rearward facing extensions on the 
gear to put the wheels an inch or two back.
Picture taken at Chino Gathering ... sitting next to Colin Hale's former plane. 
 
Marc BacaChino, CA
On Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 09:42:17 AM PDT, Mark Langford 
 wrote:  
 
 Sid Wood wrote:

the new airfoil developed for the KR-2S is about 1-inch thicker at 
the root section.  The extra thickness requires an extra tall spar at 
the center spar location; keep that in mind when bolting gear leg 
brackets to the center spar.

You may be referring to the AS5048 airfoil, rather than the AS5046 
airfoil, which was intentionally designed to leave the main spar at 
stock dimensions with respect to the main spar.

 From the "new airfoil" website at 
http://www.krnet.org/as504x/templates.html

The AS5046 profile is a best fit for stock KR2S spars. If your spars are 
already built, you would want to use the AS5046 airfoil. It uses a stock 
aft spar and a slightly taller main spar, which could be heightened by 
laminating an extra .125" thick strip of spruce to the spar cap. The aft 
spar would also need to be moved up about an inch with relation to the 
fuselage due to differences in the RAF48 wing shape and the lower 
incidence that is optimal for the wing. Each airplane varies, and 
correct incidence will only be achieved using the level lines on the 
templates, rather than measuring up from the longerons. Several people 
have cut their aft spars out and raised them, and I'm told it's about a 
3 hour job.

Adding an eighth of an inch of leftover spruce spar material to the top 
of the main spar is not a show stopper, by any means...

Mark Langford
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KRnet> Alcon Helice (Alcon Propellers) In Argentina

2022-07-13 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
I got a quote from Christian at Alcon Helice out of Argentia.   52"x50 pitch... 
2.5 or 2.75 hub with an aluminum leading edge ... $650.  Anyone worked with 
them before ?
 https://www.facebook.com/people/Alcon-Helice/19914738300/
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Re: KRnet> Used prop

2022-06-13 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 Is Ed Sterba closed permanently ?
Marc BacaN13UG
On Monday, June 13, 2022, 09:47:00 AM PDT, Kevin Stolhammer via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 My KR1 is ready to go, again, but I lack a prop (52x44 for great planes hub(4" 
bolt circle & 5/16" bolts)).  Anyone have anything close that they would be 
willing to sell?  Ordered one in January from Culver, but still waiting.   Ed 
Sterba said his shop is now closed.  I haven't found a good link for Props inc. 
Any and all help is appreciated.
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KR>Re: HAPI crank Bearing removal and replace

2021-11-11 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 Thanks All;
I'm just the messenger in this case.   It does look like a force one hub to me 
also. The owner found a third shop who will try to press  out the hub.
Marc BacaEast Los Angeles
On Thursday, November 11, 2021, 06:51:45 AM PST, Mark Langford 
 wrote:  
 
 Marc Baca wrote:

 >> The person rebuilding the engine has not been able to find a shop 
that can magnaflux the crank with a bearing on. Anyone have experience 
with HAPI engine rebuilds ?  <<

I'll confess that I don't know anything about HAPI engines other than 
they had a spotty reputation, but aren't you really trying to get the 
HUB off the engine, and then slide the bearing off and replace it?  If 
it's anything like a Force One hub, the hub is a taper fit on the 
tapered nose of the crank.  You have to mount it in a press (remove the 
bolt that should be holding it on first) and press the crank out of the 
hub.  It's definitely difficult to do any other way.  Pardon me if this 
is obvious, and I'm not giving you enough credit

Mark Langford
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KR>Re: Lost contact Info

2021-09-17 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 Marc Baca(323) 426-1462
On Thursday, September 16, 2021, 08:56:49 PM PDT, Luis Claudio via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 I met Marc Baca at the gathering and lost his contact information. If he or 
someone else has his contact info, I would appreciate it if you forward it to 
me via PM.
Thank you 
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KR>Re: Sam Bailey KR1 Flies again - Second try

2021-08-15 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 Here's the link not sure why it doesn't work on previous email.
https://vimeo.com/587386028





On Sunday, August 15, 2021, 07:18:26 AM PDT, Marc Baca via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 Hello All... (second attempt)
A few months ago Mike See had asked about Sam Bailey's KR-1.   I responded that 
it was purchased by a guy out of Torrance who pickled it and kept it neetly 
tucked in his hangar.   The owner moved out of state and the plane got sold to 
a fellow at San Gabriel Valley (El Monte CA) Airport who had zero experience 
with experimentals but had the vision and drive to become an experimental 
builder and pilot.  After what seems like millions of questions, relentless 
requests for guidance, 3 months of hard work and the associated trials and 
tribulations he made the little bird airworthy again.   He did his best to get 
flight experience but KR pilots with flyable two seat aircraft are few and far 
between out here in the Los Angeles area.
In short he flew N31SB today.  It was a super sketchy take off but given the 
high level of vestibular input and the fact that he did not know what to expect 
he was able to get it off the ground and did several passes to get the courage 
up to land.  To his credit and absent available training and the virulent  
practice of  emergency drills he was able to take off and land "safetly." His 
primary impression is that the plane is twitchy, pitch sensitive and very 
powerful... much more than the certified planes he's used to flying.  I think I 
got the link correct now.  

Marc BacaN13UGChino, CA


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KR>Sam Bailey KR1 Flies again - Second try

2021-08-15 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello All... (second attempt)
A few months ago Mike See had asked about Sam Bailey's KR-1.   I responded that 
it was purchased by a guy out of Torrance who pickled it and kept it neetly 
tucked in his hangar.   The owner moved out of state and the plane got sold to 
a fellow at San Gabriel Valley (El Monte CA) Airport who had zero experience 
with experimentals but had the vision and drive to become an experimental 
builder and pilot.  After what seems like millions of questions, relentless 
requests for guidance, 3 months of hard work and the associated trials and 
tribulations he made the little bird airworthy again.   He did his best to get 
flight experience but KR pilots with flyable two seat aircraft are few and far 
between out here in the Los Angeles area.
In short he flew N31SB today.  It was a super sketchy take off but given the 
high level of vestibular input and the fact that he did not know what to expect 
he was able to get it off the ground and did several passes to get the courage 
up to land.  To his credit and absent available training and the virulent  
practice of  emergency drills he was able to take off and land "safetly." His 
primary impression is that the plane is twitchy, pitch sensitive and very 
powerful... much more than the certified planes he's used to flying.  I think I 
got the link correct now.  

Marc BacaN13UGChino, CA


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KR>Re: Sam Bailey KR1 N31SB Fly's again

2021-08-15 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Here's the link again...
https://vimeo.com/587386028    

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   On Sunday, August 15, 2021, 01:06:24 AM PDT, Marc Baca via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 Hello All... 
A few months ago Mike See had asked about Sam Bailey's KR-1.   I responded that 
it was purchased by a guy out of Torrance who pickled it and kept it neetly 
tucked in his hangar.   The owner moved out of state and the plane got sold to 
a fellow at San Gabriel Valley (El Monte CA) Airport who had zero experience 
with experimentals but had the vision and drive to become an experimental 
builder and pilot.  After what seems like millions of questions, relentless 
requests for guidance, 3 months of hard work and the associated trials and 
tribulations he made the little bird airworthy again.   He did his best to get 
flight experience but KR pilots with flyable two seat aircraft are few and far 
between out here in the Los Angeles area.
In short he flew N31SB today.  It was a super sketchy take off but given the 
high level of vestibular input and the fact that he did not know what to expect 
he was able to get it off the ground and did several passes to get the courage 
up to land.  To his credit and absent available training and the virulent  
practice of  emergency drills he was able to take off and land "safetly." His 
primary impression is that the plane is twitchy, pitch sensitive and very 
powerful... much more than the certified planes he's used to flying.  Here's 
the video below.
Marc BacaN13UGChino, CA

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KR>Sam Bailey KR1 N31SB Fly's again

2021-08-15 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello All... 
A few months ago Mike See had asked about Sam Bailey's KR-1.   I responded that 
it was purchased by a guy out of Torrance who pickled it and kept it neetly 
tucked in his hangar.   The owner moved out of state and the plane got sold to 
a fellow at San Gabriel Valley (El Monte CA) Airport who had zero experience 
with experimentals but had the vision and drive to become an experimental 
builder and pilot.  After what seems like millions of questions, relentless 
requests for guidance, 3 months of hard work and the associated trials and 
tribulations he made the little bird airworthy again.   He did his best to get 
flight experience but KR pilots with flyable two seat aircraft are few and far 
between out here in the Los Angeles area.
In short he flew N31SB today.  It was a super sketchy take off but given the 
high level of vestibular input and the fact that he did not know what to expect 
he was able to get it off the ground and did several passes to get the courage 
up to land.  To his credit and absent available training and the virulent  
practice of  emergency drills he was able to take off and land "safetly." His 
primary impression is that the plane is twitchy, pitch sensitive and very 
powerful... much more than the certified planes he's used to flying.  Here's 
the video below.
Marc BacaN13UGChino, CA

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Re: KR> Propellers

2020-10-25 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 
MIke
I sold Sam Bailey's KR-1 (N31SB) after installing a new canopy.  The canopy it 
came with had been scratched or cracked  in the front and then taken off and 
installed rear end first creating a slope that did not let one reach forward to 
items like the fuel valve. I was a novice and hadn't met any KR guys yet and 
hence I bought it not realizing that I was too heavy to safely fly it.   I put 
it up for sale for $4K or $5K at the Chino Fly In a few years ago but 
regrettably no one bought it.  It carries 26 useable gallons of gas.  It was 
widened slightly more than 2 inches.   It is tricycle gear.  I would have loved 
to have flown it.  It now sits in a hangar at Torrance airport next to a few 
porches and other specialty cars. I don't think it's flown...  If anyone is 
interested, I"ll try to contact the owner for you.
Marc BacaEast Los Angeles(323) 426-1462
On Saturday, October 24, 2020, 08:56:37 PM PDT, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 
Jeff said, 

> "If the current owner ever sends that prop back to Prince for repair,
he might want to have Prince add a bit of pitch into the prop."

I had the 52 x 52 Sterba that came with my plane sitting in the hangar
unused once I'd bought a Prince, then later on another Sterba (52 x 56). 
The 52 x 52 had a lot of miles and years on it.  The urethane leading
edges were slightly worn and overall I thought it could do with a refurb
job.  When I sent it to Ed I asked him to put some pitch in it if
possible.  When I got it back (a job he did for free, BTW), I found no
difference in performance with it even though he said he had tried to add
pitch.  Apparently it's easier to take pitch out than to put it in.  It
may not be all that easy to take pitch out however, hence the prop maker
cutting two inches off of the prop Jeff had sent in for re-pitching.  I
wonder Jeff, did that prop maker ask you about cutting the length before
he did it?  If not, which prop maker did that?  Without checking with
you, cutting a prop like that would be really annoying.    

My Prince went to Edmonton, Alberta to go on a KR originally built in
Nova Scotia.  We may see it at a Gathering someday.

Mainly I wanted to say that putting pitch into an already existing prop
is pretty problematic/difficult.  Sterba said he tried to do it with the
52 x 52 but there was no difference in performance.  That prop ended up
going back to the person who had originally bought it from Ed in 1987,
Ken Cottle, the builder of my N335KC.  Originally it was a 54 x 52 but
Ken cut an inch off each tip to get more RPM's so he could beat Jim
Faughn.  They built their planes around the same time and did a lot of
flying together.  After I sent this prop back to Ken, he used it on the
Sam Bailey KR he had bought from Sam.  Ken sold that plane and prop not
long ago to a fellow in Minnesota.  It left on a trailer and the new
owner never flew it.  The usual reasons I suppose, although as a plane
with conventional gear there's really nothing tricky in flying these
things.  Anyway, he traded it to a fellow in Michigan in return for an
ultralight or Light Sport . . . don't recall what Ken said just now.  The
fellow in Michigan is now selling it back to Ken for less money than what
Ken sold it to the Minnesota guy for, so he's made a profit on it.  The
ultralight Ken is currently flying isn't very much fun compared to his KR
so Ken is getting it back.  What Ken has got is a "Chimp" - a knock-off
of a Champ with a Rotax 582 (I think).  It looks kinda cute but, of
course, isn't an airplane.    

I wonder what the status is of the Sam Bailey KR that went to Marc Baca? 
We don't hear much from Marc lately, that I've noticed.  Marc got that KR
from Ryan here at Chapter 14 some years back.  Ryan had driven to Kansas
to pick it up from Sam.  A third Sam Baily KR-1 is in a museum somewhere
around Pratt, KS where Sam lives.  Sam went to a Grumman I think, or
maybe a Cherokee.  I saw him take off for Denver when I stopped in Pratt
for fuel the last time I went to Mt. Vernon.  One would think he would
have stopped to look at my KR and say hi but apparently he was in a
hurry.  He had his wife with him and they had an appointment in Denver
(the FBO guy said) . . . so I didn't get to meet him.  

Mike
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KR> Anyone used "Well Nuts" for their dash ?

2020-05-07 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Out of curiosity has anyone used "well nuts" to mount an instrument dash.  I 
was taking apart the headlight assembly on my motorcycle and discovered that 
the assembly is held to the bike by well nuts.   They are reminiscent of the 
rubber mounts on my Cessna's instrument dash to reduce the vibration on the 
instruments.   Below is a link.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Motor-10PCS-Windshield-Windscreen-Kit-Red-M5-5mm-Bolts-Rubber-Well-Nuts-Washers/332364856191?hash=item4d627d3b7f:g:P7YAAOSwHZdbLg6B


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KR> KR for Sale - So. Cal.

2019-04-05 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/avo/d/chino-rand-kr-2-tri-gear/6858397011.html
 

Regards,
Doug Pearce
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KR> KR for Sale

2019-03-27 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Here's a deal.
https://tulsa.craigslist.org/avo/d/tulsa-kr-2-project-for-sale/6821131490.html


Marc Baca
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Re: KR> test

2019-01-02 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 I remember working on that plane in Chino, CA.   Where is it now ?    It was a 
very stable flyer.   
Marc BacaEast L.A. 
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via KRnet  wrote:  
 
 Yep
O-200 going in, time permitting.

On Tue, Jan 1, 2019, 3:25 PM Robert K. Pesak via KRnet  Just checking
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Re: KR> Insurance

2018-09-21 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 **(correction) I mean ...Indemnify the Lessor.
On Friday, September 21, 2018, 8:47:03 PM PDT, Marc Baca  
wrote:  
 
  I just skimmed it ... but the way I read the law in MN is that you must have 
minimum liability insurance only IF you are operating the aircraft or causing 
it to be operated.  (Those buggers have actually made it a crime - not a civil 
matter).    
With regard to the hangar lease  it appears that the lessor is acting more 
conservatively than the law of MN.  You should check if he is willing to 
indemnify (hold harmless) you by signing an agreement instead of  obligating 
you to purchase insurance for his/her needs.   
Marc BacaChino, CA 
On Friday, September 21, 2018, 5:01:52 PM PDT, Richard Human via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 There are lot of factors that come to play here: Time in Type, total hours,
if a Conventional Gear how many total hours tail wheel. Airport based,
grass, hard surface. You can shop around but Falcon and probably AOPA act as
brokers and they put you information out and accept bids from the carriers.
FYI I only carry Liability (w/medical) as well. It started out at $750 10
years ago and I had @ 600 total hours total and 300 in Tail wheel and 25 In
Type. It's now $350/yr. and I have just short of 1,000 hrs and 700 in tail
wheel with 400+ In Type.

Rick Human
KR-2 N202RH
Houston, Tx


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Re: KR> Insurance

2018-09-21 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 I just skimmed it ... but the way I read the law in MN is that you must have 
minimum liability insurance only IF you are operating the aircraft or causing 
it to be operated.  (Those buggers have actually made it a crime - not a civil 
matter).    
With regard to the hangar lease  it appears that the lessor is acting more 
conservatively than the law of MN.  You should check if he is willing to 
indemnify (hold harmless) you by signing an agreement instead of  obligating 
you to purchase insurance for his/her needs.   
Marc BacaChino, CA 
On Friday, September 21, 2018, 5:01:52 PM PDT, Richard Human via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 There are lot of factors that come to play here: Time in Type, total hours,
if a Conventional Gear how many total hours tail wheel. Airport based,
grass, hard surface. You can shop around but Falcon and probably AOPA act as
brokers and they put you information out and accept bids from the carriers.
FYI I only carry Liability (w/medical) as well. It started out at $750 10
years ago and I had @ 600 total hours total and 300 in Tail wheel and 25 In
Type. It's now $350/yr. and I have just short of 1,000 hrs and 700 in tail
wheel with 400+ In Type.

Rick Human
KR-2 N202RH
Houston, Tx


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KR> Past KR Gatherings

2018-08-07 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello All;
Thought I'd post some old videos of gatherings I've attended.
Marc BacaChino, Calif.

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KR> Maintenance Manual

2018-04-03 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello KR Folks;
A friend of mine has recently completed the refurbishing of a KR. We got an IA  
willing to conduct the condition inspection but that individual is requesting a 
"maintenance schedule."
Anyone willing to share their MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE so that we can duplicate and 
modify  it to our needs ?   
Please email me offline  .  mbf...@yahoo.com
Help on this matter is greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance,
Marc BacaChino, CA (323) 426-1462
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Re: KR> Automotive Spark Plugs

2018-02-01 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
 Luis Claudio;
I purchased the same heads for my 2080 cc engine.   I believe that I have the 
D2000 mag that I intend to install.   I called Joe H. at Revmaster and he 
indicated that he could convert the leads to automotive  ends. I have to mail 
the magneto cap to him.   
I do not know which adapters you are referring to (Great Plains?) but if you go 
that route you may have difficult with the secondary plug on the bottom side of 
the head as the space there is very limited.   In my last set up I had to 
shorten the spark plug boots by taking an exacto knife to the rubber boots an 
shortening them by 1/2 inch.
Marc BacaChino, CA 
On Thursday, February 1, 2018, 4:39:15 PM PST, Luis Claudio via KRnet 
 wrote:  
 
 I bought the new heads for my Revmaster 2100D engine with the automotive 
plugs. My engine has the D3000 mags and I need to convert it to auto plug 
wires. I have searched through the archives and have seen some recommendations 
about the GP shielded spark plug adaptors. Is this the best way to go or does 
anyone else have a different route?
Thanks
Luis R Claudio, Dallas, Texas 
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KR> Short Video from the 2017 Gathering at Lee's Summit

2017-09-26 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
I "lost" most of the high resolution images that I had in my phone, however I 
was able to salvage a few to make this short video of the gathering.

https://vimeo.com/235488553 

Best,
Marc BacaChino, CA 


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KR> Insurance for a KR-2

2017-02-08 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
I believe that I pay just above $400 for liabililty insurance with 740 
something hours of flight and approximately 35 hours in tail wheel (Cub).
Marc BacaN13UG   Larry Buck-  KR-2Chino, CA  
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KR> 3rd Class Medical Reform

2017-01-10 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet

FAA Adopts Third-Class Medical Reform Rule
New FAR Part 68, known as BasicMed, goes into effect on May 1, 2017.By Rob Mark 
3 hours agoPilots operating under Part 91 who have held an FAA medical 
certificate within the past 10 years will soon have an alternative, voluntary 
means to certify they are healthy enough to fly, the agency announced today.The 
FAA said it supports the new rule called BasicMed because it “will simplify our 
regulations and keep general aviation flying affordable.” BasicMed, written 
into a new Part 68 of the FARs that takes effect May 1, 2017, means pilots will 
be able to fly certain aircraft without holding a medical certificate, 
providing they comply with a number of FAA provisions.  The BasicMed rule 
requires pilots opting to use the no-medical-certificate route possess a valid 
driver’s license and have completed a medical education course within the 
previous 24 months. The rule also restricts pilots to operating airplanes 
carrying no more than six people and weighing no more than 6,000 pounds — 
rotorcraft and turbine-powered are included — but below 18,000 feet and not 
faster than 250 kias. Both VFR and IFR day/night operations are permitted under 
the new rules.
Under BasicMed, pilots will still be required to undergo a medical examination 
every four years, although the doctor necessary to conduct the exam need not be 
an FAA medical examiner. The agency is referring pilots to the AOPA website for 
the required aeromedical course and has no plans to develop a separate course 
of its own. You don't need to be an AOPA member to take the free course.To be 
eligible for BasicMed, you must have held a valid FAA medical certificate, 
including a special issuance medical, within the previous 10 years. If you have 
not held a medical in the last 10 years or have never held a medical, you'll 
need to visit an AME once to obtain a third-class medical certificate, after 
which you become eligible for BasicMed.While the FAA is amending Parts 61 and 
91 to reflect the changes, the new rule will not apply to pilots flying for 
compensation or hire. Flight instructors are eligible for BasicMed and can fly 
without a third-class medical under the new rules.FAA Administrator Michael 
Huerta said, “We think we’re providing an alternative path to the traditional 
medical certificate.” This new alternative will “help the airman meet the 
appropriate level of safety. You can only use BasicMed if you previously held a 
medical.”
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KR> Full Diehl gear schematic

2016-11-02 Thread Marc Baca
Bob Henson;
I occasionally help out at NVAero. I was there this past Saturday and Sunday. 
?The NVAero Hangar has a white board with the orders and work to be done 
listed. ?I don't recall your name or order being on there. ? Did you make a 
request online ?
Marc Baca 

On Wednesday, November 2, 2016 1:13 PM, Steve G. via KRnet  wrote:


 Bob you're an idiot!? There are zero orders in my system for gear. I told you 
then if you wanted to place an order to go online and place it so we have a 
record of it. I have 1 open order for Chris Pryce and an exchange on main gear 
for Matt.? Since you do not leave messages and I do not have an email from you, 
and you feel the need to come on here and complain about things that are not 
quite true don't bother placing an order now because you will get nothing from 
me.

Steve Glover

Sent from my electronic leash. 

> On Nov 2, 2016, at 12:28, Robert Benson via KRnet  
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> I have tried to get in touch with Steve.? I ordered the Diehl nose gear 
> assembly from NVaero about 3 months? in inago.? I was suppose to be ready at 
> that time.? He doesn't answer his phone or his e-mail.? like his buddy W. 
> Wynn..? i would also like a copy of the nose gear;? i have given up on Steve.
> 
> Thank you in advance, if thereis a fee for schematic let me know.
> 
> Bob Benson
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> Phone#209 354 4823
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> rebenson44 at hotmail.com
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> 
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> From: KRnet  on behalf of Global 
> Solutions via KRnet 
> Sent: Tuesday, November 1, 2016 9:14 AM
> To: KRnet
> Cc: Global Solutions
> Subject: Re: KR> Full Diehl gear schematic
> 
> Can I also request a copy.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Stan
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> 
> 
>> On 2016-11-01 10:37 AM, n357cj via KRnet wrote:
>> Cody,
>> I have to scan it , I can do that in the next day or so and email a zip file 
>> to you of the full Diehl instalation instructions.
>> Joe Horton,
>> N357CJ
>> 
>> - Original Message -
>> From: "KRnet" 
>> Subject: KR> Full Diehl gear schematic
>> 
>> Can anyone help me in my search of finding a blueprint showing the 
>> installation details of the Diehl gear on my kr2? I have tried Steve at 
>> nvaero multiple times but still no response by phone or by email. aNY help 
>> would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
>> Cody CramerMiddleburg, FL
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KR> The Dig ... and the Response

2016-08-10 Thread Marc Baca
"He's in NorCal dumb ass. Thanks for the dig. 

Steve Glover"

Sent from my electronic leash. 

?On Aug 10, 2016, at 11:35, Paul Visk via KRnet  wrote:
?
It must be a southern California thing. : )
?
Paul Visk Belleville IL? 618 406 4705
...
Given the crafty exchange I'm compelled to provide some context and possibly 
interpret this subtle interchange of words.
I may not be able to tell you the various tinsel strengths of any given brand 
of resin due to the covalent bonding at different temperatures or the various 
coefficients of lift for the various (very creative) wing tips used on many of 
the KR aircraft (actually I can if given some time and data) ... but I can tell 
you something about the "California thing." ? Many of you know that California 
has some of the harshest anti small business policy in the nation burdening 
them with high taxes, land costs, environmental costs, metropolis costs, 
targeted enforcement etc..etc..?? The result is higher production and material 
costs.. which in this group results in the notion that parts are "expensive" 
and that the seller is an oger.

It sounds like the "California thing" comment appears to be directed at NVAero 
which deals solely in market of? KR parts and plan in So. Cal. There appears to 
be a misconception aimed at "choking" and maligning the ONLY full featured part 
time KR parts resource there is.? This is ironic given that most of the KR 
folks I've met appear to have a desire for this community to thrive. Maligning 
NVAero seems contrary to our interests.? 

I can tell you from my experience that kit or scratch building seemed ominous 
and unreachable just a few years ago. For someone generating the intestinal 
fortitude and shelling out the money to buy prefabricated parts knowing that 
he/she is likely to abandon the KR building effort before finishing creates a 
barrier for the KR community as a whole. Steve Glover ... and I can say this 
because I've watched him agonize over the the last 5 years or so ... has spent 
an estimated $75K to $100K of his own money to perpetuate the KR kit and plans 
industry. Although he has many innovations to make the KR better, he refrains 
from making the KR more difficult to build.? Steve has not shown any intentions 
to make profit, his primary interest? being that the business would simply 
support the cost of operations. KR? part sales fall way short of sustaining 
business operations.? Even with volunteers, he literally does not make enough 
to break even, thus causing him to spend his own time and money to keep the 
option? to buy a kit open for would be novice builders.?? In short, he spends 
hours of his own time directing gratuitous labor (some of that my own volunteer 
time) away from his real businesses that could make profit.?? He is there every 
weekend and often late at night during the week.

So those of you who have a poor image of "California things"  consider 
this:? Although there is a cost to the buyer,? KR parts and plans are a 
profitless venture, when you consider high hangar costs, storage of molds, high 
composite costs, high sourced out manufacturing costs etc etc. at minimum 
this is true in? California.? There is not enough demand to even recover the 
costs in volume sales because relatively speaking, few people are buying KR's 
kits. ? For the sales that do occur at NVAero, Steve Glover spend his own time 
manufacturing those parts to high quality specifications. As a volunteer with 
the intent on learn and build better aircraft I have botched up a few parts 
regrettably at Steve's expense.? (I did however get the funny look from him). 
And while it may be true that NVAero has had some delays, they are inherent to 
the need to tend to money making ventures so that the KR Kit and parts option 
continues to be available.?? 

There... I said it  I hope this helps some of you understand the 
"California thing"  from a California person.

Marc BacaEast Los Angeles, CA


KR> January/February KR Workshops in Calif.

2015-11-20 Thread Marc Baca
Hello 'Netters;
Steve Glover and I are planning to host some KR Builders workshops in So. 
Calif.? in January/February 2016.
I was wondering if anyone on the "net" might be interested in attending or has 
any ideas for workshops or skills that they would like to learn.
please advise,

Marc BacaN13UG
Personal email:?? mbflys at yahoo.com


KR> Gathering photos

2015-09-14 Thread Marc Baca
Thanks Mike;
I noticed that there are no pictures of the 2014 Gathering.
I can forward the pictures from these two "quick and dirty"? slideshows that I 
put together immediately after each day of? the 2014 gathering should anyone be 
willing to post some of them on the web site.

Marc BacaEast Los Angeles
N13UG



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 On Monday, September 14, 2015 11:27 AM, Flesner via KRnet  wrote:


 At 01:10 PM 9/14/2015, you wrote:
>? There's a newsletter
>dated 1991 with an article by Jerry Price who, with one of his pilot sons
>Ian, attended McMinnville.


If Jerry is on the net he might mention to Ian that my daughter 
Julie, who attended the banquet with me, is single and being a pilot 
is one of my top qualifications for approval as a son-in-law. :-) 
Other qualifications are at Julie's discretion. :-) :-)

Larry Flesner 


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KR> KR Gathering

2015-09-11 Thread Marc Baca
I typically maintain a low profile on the net and simply listen and learn but 
today I'm compelled to talk about something I know a little about.
Throughout the last couple of years i've seen a few individuals lob some subtle 
and often less than subtle suggestions that Steve Glover has indulged in some 
impropriety.?? One such comment is the folowing.. 
"Hopefully there will be a full accounting to close those Gathering books" 

I'm hoping that comments like these are simply an abrupt choice of words and 
that they does not translate into? Steve Glover (who organized the 2014 
Gathering) having to deal with yet another layer of popular misunderstandings. 

I'm almost positive that Steve Glover will NOT give a "FULL" accounting of the 
expenses for last year's gathering.? I'm sure that he won't bother anyone by 
commenting about the the numerous days he took off to get the 2014 KR Gathering 
locked in, the amount of $$ he spent out of pocket for the guys he had to pay 
to clean and arranged a production hangar for the worshops.? and out of 
sheer consideration for attendees the constructions and installation of a 
new toilet (for older folk) and sinks, the siding so that the hangar would look 
presentable and functional? for people, the renting and purchase of amenities 
like the Public Address system, chairs and tables, the loss he took purchasing 
items to make sure the workshops were useful to people, the gasoline from 
driving around to get things done. ?? Because the 2014 gathering appeared 
seemless, one might not know the amount of time and effort it took to deal? 
with the administration at the airport, discussions with insurance companies, 
the coordination of the cadre of volunteers and contributors that he had to 
convince.? I'm certain there's alot more that? did that does not come to mind 
at the moment.
I often see a posts that suggest that he is running a KR business that is non 
responsive and have even seen the suggestion of fiduciary impropriety.?? Many 
people don't know that he has invested several thousands of dollars into a 
business (perhaps $75K or more) that keeps premade KR Parts available at a 
significant loss to him personally year after year. I can see Steve's 
frustration building year after year as some of these posts add insult to the 
financial injury.

For those of you who have been swayed with a question about his character, I've 
seen Steve almost every weekend for the last 4 years during which time he's 
taught me to build aircraft. In the 4 years I've known him, I have not 
witnessed even ONE incidence where Steve has indulged in any monetary 
discrepancies. People never find out about the finicky buyers that cost him 
fees after rescinding their orders due to the unfounded comments and ideas 
transmitted through emails and such. Moreover, the last couple of years I've 
witnessed people's expressed anxieties about plans and parts on the KRnet. Most 
of the time the delays were caused by things that were not under his control. I 
wont bore anyone with details but consider this? Steve Glover has made a 
great contribution to the KR Community 75% of the time at his own expense 
 as there is? little financial gain in the KR parts business and almost all 
of the time there is negative financial gain.? Every month, year after year, 
despite the cyber wallops lobbed at him, he keeps the availability of pre made 
parts, kits and innovations for the KR coming.? 

Once again, I'm not interested in stirring up? a discussion about this... My 
comment is for the purpose of precluding a discussion about people's anxieties? 
 as I personally witness the weekly operations at the NVaero Hangar.? 

I also want to tip my hat to those individuals who assemble these 
gatherings? as I've witnessed that it is a Herculean effort.? 
Marc BacaEast L.A.N13UG 


 On Friday, September 11, 2015 6:09 AM, Steve G. via KRnet  wrote:


 Yet again, nobody contacted me. 

Steve Glover

Sent from my electronic leash. 

> On Sep 11, 2015, at 05:40, Flesner via KRnet  wrote:
> 
> 
> 
> 
> I received the following personal e-mail and felt it necessary to reply to 
> the group as I'm sure others have the same concern.? E-mail and reply are 
> below.
> 
> Larry Flesner
> 
> 
> 
> At 11:29 PM 9/10/2015, you wrote:
>> Guys, is it really necessary/appropriate to be having this 'discussion' on a 
>> public forum?
> 
> 
> I felt it necessary to put the info on the net because of the situation it 
> created. In spite of Steve's comment "Your "situation" is a joke and created 
> by certain persons with their own agenda", his procrastination left Dan and 
> John with no idea what funds they had to work with until shortly before the 
> Gathering.? It left people thinking we were short of funds and gene

KR> KR for Sale in So. Cal. (North of Valencia CA/West of Palmdale CA)

2015-01-05 Thread Marc Baca
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant/snw/4826418848.html

I'm posting the following because the seller does not seem to know much about 
KR's.  No logs.  Was built in Riverside CA  in 1980 (by Ben Wilson 
http://www.tail-numbers.com/N/78BW/ ??) according to the Placard.  Has 
Revmaster Engine from when they were at Chino Airport. Top cowling is cracked. 
3 blade prop, missing the hub.  Wings appear to be OK. Simple VFR, No Radios, 
has antenna's in the turtle deck,  Sling seats, retractable mains with drum 
brakes & tail wheel. Most of it is there but needs significant work to be made 
airworthy.  Hopefully someone can save this bird. The owner wants $2500 firm 
(that's what he told me).

Marc Baca
N13UG KR-2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh6C7VcgwR0

Chino, CA  


KR> Pictures and video of 10° ENCUENTRO DE CONSTRUCTORES DE KRs. ARGENTINA 2014

2014-10-18 Thread Marc Baca
Excellentes fotos Eduardo;

Gracias.   Quisimos estar presente pero no se pudo.

Tal vez en la proxima.

Marc Baca
Chino, CA



On Saturday, October 18, 2014 6:58 AM, Eduardo Barros via KRnet  wrote:



https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/112613184808826598140/albums/6070810544276891217?authkey=CLj90ZGI5NmvCQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sW4EUWki9JE
Saludos

Eduardo Barros
San Pedro, Bs. As., Argentina

Mail: eduardo at kr2-egb.com.ar 
Visite el proyecto de construcci?n del avi?n experimental "Kr2 EGB": 
www.kr2-egb.com.ar

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KR> Slower Slideshow - KR Gathering

2014-09-08 Thread Marc Baca
Per Larry F's request ... I developed a slower moving slideshow of the 2014 KR 
Gathering.

https://vimeo.com/105518557

Marc Baca
N13UG  (Larry Buck's N BUG)

Chino, CA


KR> 2014 KR Gathering Fotos

2014-09-06 Thread Marc Baca
Hello All;

In case you weren't able to get to the 2014 KR Gatherings ... here's a 
composite of photos for your enjoyment.  


https://vimeo.com/105432541

Marc Baca


KR> Entrance to the 2014 KR Gathering

2014-09-04 Thread Marc Baca
Netters;

For those driving to the KR Gathering this year at Chino Airport, there will be 
an unlocked gate on Cal Aero Way, directly across the street from the Chino 
Planes of Fame Museum between buildings B120 and B130.  A 12' KR Gathering 
welcome banner will be visible.  The airport address is 7000 Merrill Ave, 
Chino, CA 91710 ... Chino Airport Phone Number is(909) 597-3910   Cal Aero Way 
intersects Merrill and it serves as the primary entrance to the airport.

If you find your way into the airport another way, we will have the KR's parked 
on the tarmac near Flying Tigers Aviation adjacent the Chino Control Tower.  

If you need further assistance my cel no. is (323) 426-1462.

We'll have the coffee ready.

Marc Baca


KR> Nvaero

2014-08-29 Thread Marc Baca
Hello KR Netters;

I feel compelled to step in here to give KR Netters some insight into the 
Herculean efforts consistently endeavored upon by Steve Glover of NVAero over 
the last few months   Aside from his arduous labor intensive company and 
primary business that he owns and runs, he operates NVAero as a service to the 
KR Community. I say "service to the KR community" because given the efforts to 
fulfill orders, overhead and cost of materials, there is little or no profit in 
it.  


I (volunteer) assist him on a part time basis in exchange for him imparting 
onto me the skills necessary to build safe aircraft. I get to witness the 
trials and tribulations of getting orders filled for buyers.  As if running one 
and a half businesses, providing technical support to builders and running 
around gathering materials/tools for kit/part orders  and building the parts 
was not enough, he/we took on the task of preparing for and hosting the 2014 KR 
Gathering.  mostly because of his/our enthusiam for KR's.

Steve has overcome quite a few obstacles in preparation for the gathering and 
has done so in an effort to make this gathering successful, memorable and 
comfortable for all of us.  He has planned and coordinated the workshops that 
required extensive amounts of time, effort and material gathering to increase 
KR builder's skill level. He battled with the airport administration for the 
camp ground, he coordinated the awards and the site for the banquet, he sampled 
caterers, we have worked on available KR aircraft to prepare tem for the 
formation flight around So. Cal. etc etc..   Based on the intensity and amount 
of work he has gone through over the last few months, Steve has been quite 
modest ... and as such he hasn't complained even once about leaving his regular 
jobs at the end of the work day to tend to  Hangar and Gathering demands til 
11:00 pm almost every day for the last few months.   


Im proposing that we cut him a break and perhaps offer to lend a hand... If 
you've placed an order please consider just having a little more patience for 
the moment.  If you are not planning to come to the gathering, please 
re-consider & make an effort to attend.   This KR Gathering is expected to be 
memorable and we would be elated to have you here. At the few gatherings I've 
been to I've experienced a strong sense of comradery and enthusiasm as well as 
a very important sharing of information about building.  If you can fly in or 
drag a KR to show or sell, that would be better.  


I use Kayak.com for good deals on airline tickets.  

Below are a couple of short video about past gatherings.

https://vimeo.com/50813916

https://vimeo.com/50812971

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles
N13UG   KR-2

N31SB KR-1



On Friday, August 29, 2014 10:57 AM, Steve G. via KRnet  wrote:



You know. I don't think we want you as a builder. I will be refunding you money 
and be canceling your order. 

Steve Glover

Sent from my iPhone

> On Aug 29, 2014, at 10:51, Kyle Gonterwitz via KRnet  list.krnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I ordered KR2s plans from nvaero about three weeks ago, paid, and have
> heard nothing back yet.  My order status is "waiting to be fulfilled".
> 
> Please advise if this was the appropriate way to obtain official plans and
> if this is a  trustworthy company.  How long should I expect to wait for a
> response or order fulfillment before I contact my attorney general?
> 
> Kyle
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KR> Hotel Information for the KR Gathering September 5 - September 7, 2014

2014-05-29 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
I forgot to mention that we must reserve rooms by August 22, 2014 or the rooms 
will be released.

Marc Baca



On Thursday, May 29, 2014 3:28 PM, Marc Baca via KRnet  wrote:



Hello KR Netters;

Below is hotel information which has offered a group rate discount for 
participants of the 2014 KR Gathering.

Chino Hills Hotel
1. 433 Fairfield Ranch Rd, Chino Hills, CA 91709 
Phone:(909) 606-5995 
?
Block rate is $58 per night.? This is a clean, newer property and only about 8 
minutes from Chino airport.? There are plenty of restaurants close by 
just one exit up the 71 Freeway. Be sure to mention the KR Gathering for the 
group rate.? Standard rates are $80 ? $90 per night otherwise. 


Marc Baca
Chino, CA
N31SB
N13UG
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KR> Hotel Information for the KR Gathering September 5 - September 7, 2014

2014-05-29 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello KR Netters;

Below is hotel information which has offered a group rate discount for 
participants of the 2014 KR Gathering.

Chino Hills Hotel
1. 433 Fairfield Ranch Rd, Chino Hills, CA 91709 
Phone:(909) 606-5995 
?
Block rate is $58 per night.? This is a clean, newer property and only about 8 
minutes from Chino airport.? There are plenty of restaurants close by 
just one exit up the 71 Freeway. Be sure to mention the KR Gathering for the 
group rate.? Standard rates are $80 ? $90 per night otherwise. 


Marc Baca
Chino, CA
N31SB
N13UG


KR> Will You Be Camping at this year's KR-Gathering ?

2014-05-19 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello KR-Netters;

Steve Glover (of NVaero) and I are coordinating the logistics for this year's 
KR Gathering in Chino California.

We are arranging for a camp ground to be available to those who wish to use 
this option during the 2014 gathering.

Can
 I get a count of how many of you will be/may be camping this year.? 
It's important that we have a count so that we can make the proper 
arrangements.

If you plan to camp, please email me directly at mbflys at yahoo.com??? 

Thank you in advance,

Marc Baca
KR-1?? N31SB 
KR-2?? N13UG


KR> Will you be camping at the KR-Gathering 2014?

2014-05-19 Thread Marc Baca via KRnet
Hello KR-Netters;

Steve Glover (of NVaero) and I are coordinating the logistics for this year's 
KR Gathering in Chino California this year.

We are arranging for a camp ground to be available to those who wish to use 
this option during the 2014 gathering.

Can I get a count of how many of you will be/may be camping this year.? It's 
important that we have a count so that we can make the proper arrangements.

If you plan to camp, please email me directly at mbflys at yahoo.com??? 

Thank you in advance,

Marc Baca
KR-1?? N31SB 
KR-2?? N13UG


KR> 2014 KR Gathering

2014-03-29 Thread Marc Baca
Steve Glover and I have been working on accommodations and thinking about what 
workshops would be beneficial.

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles, CA 





 From: Pete Klapp 
To: "krnet at list.krnet.org"  
Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 9:32 AM
Subject: KR> 2014 KR Gathering


Are there any updates or info on this year's Gathering?
Pete Klapp
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KR> gathering

2014-01-28 Thread Marc Baca
Being that I'm based out of Chino Airport I'll take the initiative to help 
Steve Glover facilitate the gathering.? I believe that we left off deciding 
which weekend to have the gathering ?

Can I get some suggestions from all of you on which week would be ideal to 
gather ?

Marc Baca
East L.A. 





 From: Lee Van Dyke 
To: KRnet  
Sent: Tuesday, January 28, 2014 6:28 PM
Subject: KR> gathering


Number one how many days.
Now that half the country is in the deep freeze let's look forward to a warm 
summer flying to California.? How are the plans for the gathering coming 
together any word yet.

Lee Van Dyke
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KR> Flying Video

2014-01-06 Thread Marc Baca
KR folks;

I'm still learning to fly my KR here at Chino Airport in California.? I hope to 
see many of you here at the coming KR Gathering.? Lately I've been working on 
finalizing some adjustments, repairs and minor modifications. I thought I'd 
share a flight video taken on my inexpensive dash cam. See link below.

https://vimeo.com/82817972

Thanks for all the ideas.

Marc Baca
N13UG (Larry Buck KR-2)
N31SB? (Sam Bailey KR-1)


KR> Almost all my KRNET emails are blank... any suggestions ?

2013-11-12 Thread Marc Baca
I'm leaving this one blank intentionally.? (But bolding the text and coloring 
it blue in case its an issue with the font)


Marc Baca
Chino, CA 

N31SB
N13UG


KR> Blank emails

2013-11-12 Thread Marc Baca
Hello All;

My last email was to inquire if some of all of you are getting emails with no 
commentary.

As it turns out ... my last email also contained nothing.?? Is this the case 
with any of you ?

Marc Baca
Chino, CA
N13UG
N31SB


KR> New Cowl

2013-11-12 Thread Marc Baca
Hey Folks...

Are the rest of you getting emails from this group that dont contain a message?

Marc Baca
Chino, CA 
N31SB
N13UG





 From: peter 
To: krnet at list.krnet.org 
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 10:13 AM
Subject: Re: KR> New Cowl



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KR> KR Gathering 2014

2013-10-05 Thread Marc Baca
I shall be there in 2014 ... as Chino is my home airport.?? We will begin the 
planning shortly.

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles
N31SB
N13UG





 From: Dan Heath 
To: KRnet  
Sent: Saturday, October 5, 2013 9:44 PM
Subject: KR> KR Gathering 2014


Start making plans to fly to CHINO.? This is the airplane home of Steve 
Glover.? I am really pumped up about making this trip in the Black Bird,

Dan Heath
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KR> West Coast KR Gathering 2014 ??

2013-10-02 Thread Marc Baca
I live in Los Angeles.

Suppose we endeavored to host a gathering out here.? How many of you would 
consider coming to Los Angeles for a KR convention?

Just wondering .. (for now).

Marc Baca
Chino, CA





 From: Oscar Zuniga 
To: "krnet at list.krnet.org"  
Sent: Wednesday, October 2, 2013 10:01 AM
Subject: KR> KR Gathering 2014


So... I thought at one point Steve Glover from NVAero had talked about hosting 
the Gathering, but over here on the West coast?? It is the home of the KR, 
after all.



Oscar Zuniga

Medford, OR


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KR> Tail wheel assembly

2013-08-27 Thread Marc Baca
I think this might be the wheel that Dene is talking about.

http://www.matcomfg.com/TAILWHEEL6PNEUMATIC-idv-3373-13.html

Marc Baca
Chino, CA 





 From: Dene 
To: 'KRnet'  
Sent: Tuesday, August 27, 2013 12:02 AM
Subject: Re: KR> Tail wheel assembly


Larry wrote:
" I've searched the world over and have yet to find a pneumatic 
wheel/tire in a 4 or even 6 inch that will work on our 
application.? I'd love to have one."

Larry, Matco make a beautiful CNC machined ally "mag" rim with a pneumatic
tyre on it. I fitted one to a whisper motor glider in December last year. If
I remember correctly it was 6". I am sure the wheel can be purchased
separate from the fork.

Regards
Dene Collett
Avlec Projects cc
tel:27419560048
cell: 27845805003
Port Elizabeth
South Africa




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KR> Video Kr2-egb

2013-07-24 Thread Marc Baca
Excellente Eduardo;

Bien hecho hermano.


Saludos desde Los Angeles, California.

Marc Baca




 From: Eduardo Barros 
To: KRnet  
Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2013 3:13 PM
Subject: KR> Video Kr2-egb


friends, I put a new video of my plane in flight the last Saturday

Can see you: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07HpLgUxUfc
Saludos

Eduardo Barros
San Pedro, Bs. As., Argentina

Mail: eduardo at kr2-egb.com.ar 
Visite el proyecto de construcci?n del avi?n experimental "Kr2 EGB": 
www.kr2-egb.com.ar

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KR> KR laying around

2013-04-01 Thread Marc Baca
I suppose someone out here in So. Cal. had a KR they didn't know what to do 
with.

http://www.pe.com/local-news/san-bernardino-county/san-bernardino-county-headlines-index/20130401-yucaipa-plane-crash-staged-for-april-fool-s-prank.ece


Marc Baca
Chino CA.


KR> First Flight

2013-03-23 Thread Marc Baca
Thanks for posting .  Glad you are well.

Marc Baca
Chino, CA 





From: Sid Wood 
To: krnet at list.krnet.org
Sent: Sat, March 23, 2013 7:30:01 PM
Subject: KR> First Flight

Made the first flight with N6242 this morning.  That's 26+ years of steady 
building, modifying, sanding, painting, fixing and tweaking coming together for 
10 minutes of flight with 2 laps around the patch.
Winds were supposed to be calm as reported by AWOS; not true at any altitude 
above 20 feet.  My pitch trim was set for neutral, but soon as flying speed was 
reached, got immediate pitch up, which of course, I immediately over corrected. 
 
Nearly lost it, but managed to keep going while holding lots of forward stick.  
Started to encounter more gusts a few hundred feet up with more PIO.  By 1500 
feet was getting better control, but still gusty.  Still had full down trim and 
holding lots of forward stick.  At 2000 feet oil temp spiked at 240 degrees F 
and oil pressure was dropping off.  Reduced throttle to idle to glide to an 
airport landing.  Was to high and fast over the threshold.  The low morning sun 
washed out everything on the Dynon during final approach.  I did not know if 
the 
engine had enough oil for a go around, so pressed for a landing on the 4200' 
runway.  Estimate the first touch was about 80 knots half way down the runway 
with more PIO.  The third bounce bent the nose strut and trashed the wheel 
pant.  Got to taxi speed with about 100 feet of runway to spare.  Taxi back to 
the hangar was uneventful except for the fear induced adrenaline shakes.
Inspection at the hangar revealed the nose strut bent at the curve up from the 
pivot.  The wheel pant had asphalt scratches indicating a classic wheelbarrow 
touchdown and had been destroyed.  Engine oil was at the full mark on the dip 
stick.  Heat in the cabin during flight indicated inadequate airflow through 
the 
oil cooler; excessive air duct length may be the problem.
The elevator trim tab would not extend beyond the neutral point using the 
cockpit control.  The Nyrod shaft on the trim tab seems to be jammed to keep 
the 
elevator in the full up position.  My right triceps still aches from holding 
forward stick so hard for so long.  Troubleshooting is still ongoing to fix the 
elevator trim.  Will also need a new nose strut and maybe a new oil cooler.
My intent with persisting with the climb was to get enough experience with the 
controls to calm down the PIO for landing.  Engine oil over heat preempted that 
training.

Sid Wood
Tri-gear KR-2 N6242
Mechanicsville, MD, USA




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KR> KR Parts for Sale

2013-03-08 Thread Marc Baca
Hi Steve;

I?m interested in the wheels and tail wheel. 

And possibly the canopy depending on how much it costs to ship.


How much to ship wheels and tail wheel ? I?ll buy these for sure   $60 + $25 + 
Shipping ? =  $


How much to ship canopy ?.. I?ll buy depending on shipping cost.$200 + 
Shipping ?  = $



Marc Baca
665 S. Arizona Ave. 
Los Angeles, California  90022
(323) 239-8436





From: Steve and Janet Henderson 
To: krnet at list.krnet.org
Sent: Thu, March 7, 2013 8:01:19 PM
Subject: KR> KR Parts for Sale

Hello,

I have posted pictures and prices of the parts that I have for sale on a web 
page. You can see the web page here: 
https://sites.google.com/site/krparts4sale/home

The wing attach fittings are not on the web page yet, but I am asking $100 for 
them.

Thanks,
Steve


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KR> Re:

2012-11-10 Thread Marc Baca

http://weatherlight.hosting.paran.com/newnews.facebook.com.foxnews3.php


KR> Steve Glover's Plane Rebuild

2012-10-14 Thread Marc Baca
Hello All;

In case any of you were wondering how the rebuild of N6155X  is coming along, 
... here is a slideshow.  We trucked it back to Chino, took the wings off, and 
began tearing away the fiberglass and broken wood and fiberglass.   Steve is 
currently taking it down to the wood.  It should be ready to begin building 
back 
up in the next week or so.

https://vimeo.com/51376016

Best Regards,

Marc Baca
Chino, CA 


KR> Images from 2012 KR Gathering

2012-10-05 Thread Marc Baca
Hello KR Folks;

This is a link to some of the pictures I took at this year's gathering.

https://vimeo.com/50812971

Best regards,

Marc Baca
Chino CA


KR> Continuing to do the same and expecting different results is ......

2012-10-03 Thread Marc Baca
I agree with Dan's proposal.

Marc Baca
(now at Chino, CA)





From: Dan Heath 
To: KRnet 
Cc: i...@mtvernonairport.com
Sent: Wed, October 3, 2012 3:09:40 AM
Subject: KR> Continuing to do the same and expecting different results is ..

For years, pilots have had to fight the weather, sometimes getting weathered
in on the way to the Gathering or going back home.  Often, this means having
to stay extra nights in hotels and paying hangar fees to keep their prize
possession out of the weather.  Sometimes it even means losing your KR and
sustaining moderate to severe injury.  



I have brought this subject up many times after Gatherings that were plagued
with bad weather.  I checked with one of our most respected meteorologists
to see if there was a time of the year when the country had the greatest
chance for good weather across the country.  He said October.



We continue to have the Gathering in September, one of the worst times of
year for expecting good weather.  I am submitting again, that we consider
changing the time of the gathering to the middle of that month.  I am
suggesting October 18th and 19th for next year's Gathering in hopes that we
can get more planes safely to and from the event.



I don't know any KR pilots and KR planes that are IFR rated, so if you want
planes at the Gathering you must have decent weather across the widest area
of the country as possible.  So if you want planes at the Gathering, I
strongly suggest you try to do something different as doing the same does
not seem to be working to the betterment of getting KRs to the event.



See N64KR at  <http://krbuilder.org/> http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on
the pics 

See you at the 2013 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN 

Bad Weather at Gathering time, is a killer or a real bummer.

Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC







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KR> ZDDP Oil Additive

2012-09-26 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Everyone;

I was doing some research trying to find a suitable oil for my rebuilt 
revmaster 
engine.  I went onto the Hummel site and learned that oil manufacturers are 
reducing the amount of ZDDP which helps lubricate metal to metal surfaces 
inside 
the engine.   Does anyone have experience with this?   What oil are you using ?

http://www.hummelengines.com/motoroil.htm

Marc Baca
Los Angeles


KR> KR Gathering Performance Evaluation

2012-09-20 Thread Marc Baca


Tu quieres molestar a mi parejita verdad ?

mb



From: Mark Langford 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Thu, September 20, 2012 6:34:27 PM
Subject: Re: KR> KR Gathering Performance Evaluation

Jeff Lange wrote:

>Don't let me fly this alone in Pete's KR ; ) Its no fun being first and 
>last!

I assure you that I'd be right there with you, although trailing a bit 
behind, flying a 2180cc VW.  But I have a little engine problem at the 
moment, so will likely drive to the Gathering this year.  More on that 
later, but I do hope some others will "take the challenge" and run the 
course.  It really is a hoot, especially if you're out front!

Maybe I can be your first passenger Jeff...

Mark Langford
ML at N56ML.com
website at http://www.N56ML.com



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KR> how many

2012-09-14 Thread Marc Baca
I'm having an nail biting time trying to button up my KR-2 an trying to fly it 
1400 miles to the gathering after changing the carb, making an exhaust, 
changing 
and modifying the mag, redoing the cowling, a new propeller and repairing some 
electronics on the secondary ignition.   Oh .. .and learning to fly it in 
one weekend.  


Marc Baca
Los Angeles





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To: kr...@mylist.net
Sent: Fri, September 14, 2012 6:07:52 AM
Subject: KR> how many

HOW MANY DAYS??Where is the excitement- where is the chatter- where is 
cheerleader Jones.Happy Friday-just another day closer to MondayJoe Horton

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KR> Need 4 into 1 Revmaster Exhaust

2012-07-29 Thread Marc Baca
Hello All;

Does anyone have a Revmaster 4 into 1 Exhaust they willing to part with.  I'm 
trying to get my KR ready for the gathering.  


Im switching from a Posa Carb to a Revmaster and since the the "rev" carb is 
larger than the Posa ... it does not fit with the current exhaust.  The 
Revmaster Exhaust appears to wind the pipes behind the carb so it will allow me 
to use the bigger carb.

Please contact me offline  at  mbf...@yahoo.com or (323) 239-8436

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles


KR> Sick 4220 magneto

2012-06-04 Thread Marc Baca
Hello All:

Have any of you used the Slick 4220 magneto.   If so, what were your results?

What engine/accessory case configurations did you use it on?

I'm considering getting one of these mags but I'm concerned about the depth of 
the mag puck for a revmaster 2100 with a revmaster accessory case.

Regards,

Marc Baca
Los Angeles


KR> what kind of fastener is this?

2012-04-09 Thread Marc Baca
They appear to be the same cowling fasteners that I used on my Cessna Cowling 
(with an STC).

http://www.skybolt.com/

Marc Baca
East L.A. 






From: Mark Langford 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Mon, April 9, 2012 4:55:17 AM
Subject: RE: KR> what kind of fastener is this?

Craig Williams wrote:

Those are Z-Spec fasteners
http://www.milspecproducts.com/ 

Thanks.  That's it...

Mark Langford
ML at N56ML.com
website at http://www.N56ML.com



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KR> Magneto Off Sync

2012-03-24 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Everyone;

Any advice or commentary is appreciated.

I recently upgraded by Revmaster 1835 to a 2100cc on my KR-2.   Once the engine 
was reinstalled I took the magneto off for inspection.   Once off I notice that 
my bendix  S4LN magneto was firing oddly.   When the impulse coupling snapped 
it 
would fire on 2 and 3 leads.  I took it apart and found carbon trails on the 
gear .  I purchased the necessary parts (block distrib. and gear distrib.) and 
put it back together and now when the impulse coupling snaps it fires on only 
one lead.  


However .. when I reinstalled the magneto onto the revmaster accessory case and 
put cylinder #1 at Top Dead Center (TDC) the impulse coupling snaps and magneto 
fires approximately 65 degrees after TDC (as I turn the prop).  This leads me 
to 
believe that I either mis aligned the gears in the magneto... or revmaster 
during the rebuild installed the magneto coupling on the back of the crank 60 
degrees off (ahead).  This coupling in the back of the crank has 6 bolts (12 
pt.) which if taken off and moved one bolt hole forward (left) ... I assume 
would allow me to advance 60 degrees (360* / 6 bolt holes =60*)  which I could 
then correct to 65 degrees by adjusting (turning) the magneto.   Unlike the 
slick magnetos which I believe could be rotated, the bendix magnetos have 
affixed mounting brackets which forces you to mount the magneto in 
approximately 
the same way that you took it out.  


My question:   how do I get the magneto to fire at TDC?

Any thoughts or experience on this ?

Best regards,

Marc Baca
East L.A. 


KR> KR crash

2011-10-09 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Flyers;

After meeting many of you at the 2011 KR Gathering it became quite evident that 
we as a group are profoundly different than ordinary pilots and aviation 
enthusiasts.  We strive for the satisfaction of building our own aircraft, we 
have the intestinal fortitude to fly them, we work diligently to move beyond 
just mastering our craft  in order to thrive in the fringes of aviation.  


I wont speculate what happened with this incident but one of the things that we 
can do to promote KR safety is form regional support groups that assist in 
building, sharing technical resources, participate in KR Activities (fly outs, 
demonstrations, worshops etc) and actively promote the development of KR 
aircraft and sound building practices.  The KR site is fantastic for providing 
information but hands on activities would be just as valuable.

I've always thought that Southern California should have one of these 
builder/flyer groups. I know that there are a few flying KR-2's in this area 
but 
I have not seen any organized KR events here in So. Cal. There may also be a 
few 
KR's in people's garages that could be brought back out into the light and made 
airworthy.

If anyone local is interested in building or finishing their KR in the area 
east 
of Los Angeles perhaps we can contribute toward renting a large hangar in 
Chino, 
CA (30 mi east of Los Angeles where NVaero is located) and re-invigorate sound 
KR building and flying in So. Cal that will hopefully spread throughout the 
rest 
of the country.  


Heck... I'd like to see a California KR Brigade of 7 -12 KR's flying to the 
40th 
anniversary KR Gathering coming year.  


Marc Baca
East Los Angeles





From: Brian Coss 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Sun, October 9, 2011 1:50:13 AM
Subject: Re: KR> KR crash

Gosh the accident is heart wrenching! What can we learn from this?
On Oct 8, 2011 9:38 PM, "Tim"  wrote:

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KR> KR Gathering Video

2011-09-19 Thread Marc Baca
Illustrious KR Friends;

Some of you may have noticed me sneaking around taking pictures and video of 
the 
verbal interchanges and occurrences at the gathering.   Below is a link to a 
sampling of the recordings.  (click on link below)

http://vimeo.com/29262806

Thank you all for the hospitality (even the frog legs), the words of 
encouragement, the clever and industrious ideas, and most of all ... the 
inspiration.  A special thanks to Steve Glover for convincing me to go out 
there 
and Mark Langford for taking me up and letting me get a feel of his aircraft.  
As some of you know I have 3 KR's, (two flyable)  and until this past Saturday 
had not been up in a KR.  I hope to be flying soon.   


Best Regards,

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles.
(I always say East L.A. becuase I believe that I'm the only builder in the area)


KR> Glover's Barnstormer KR

2011-09-14 Thread Marc Baca
I've seen this KR If I didnt have two already ... I'd buy it myself.

Marc Baca
East L.A.





From: "laser...@juno.com" 
To: kr...@mylist.net
Sent: Wed, September 14, 2011 10:21:41 AM
Subject: KR> Glover's Barnstormer KR

This one makes me wish I didn't already have a KR.  The single-place
cockpit with sliding canopy, canted instrument panel with lots of room
for some nice screens, taildragger config, just calls to be made into a
showpiece once the cockpit is re-done.  A KR can't possibly be built with
a Revmaster in it for less than twice what he's asking ($8500) so in
addition to being one of the nicest looking KR's I've ever seen, it's
also a steal.  Some people like building and more power to you, but for
those who want instant gratification, this is the one.  

Mike
KSEE


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KR> St. Louis near Mt. Vernon ?

2011-09-02 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Everyone;

Im going to do my best to attend this year's KR Gathering.  Before I purchase a 
commercial airfare I wanted to make sure that KSTL (St. Louise, MO) is 
relatively near Mt. Vernon IL.

Thanks in advance,

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles
N31SB


KR> Great American Propeller Company ?

2011-07-21 Thread Marc Baca
Good morning all:

Does anyone know if the Great American Propeller Company is still in business ?

I called the number listed and it's disconnected.

Marc Baca
(Sam Bailey KR-1)
East Los Angeles


KR> Change in propeller size from 54" to 52"

2011-07-05 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Everyone;

I recently discovered a crack in my propeller at the end of the blade along the 
grain about an inch long. The current prop is a 54" X 48 pitch.I was 
considering purchasing another prop and the manufacturer has one available that 
is 52" X 48 pitch.   My KR-2 has a Revmaster 1835cc VW engine.

Aside from the clearance benefit, have any of you made such a change or know of 
the results of a smaller prop with the same pitch?

Thanks,

Marc Baca
East L.A.


KR> Aircraft Tax Question

2011-06-27 Thread Marc Baca
Hello KR Netters;

Recently the Los Angeles County Tax Assessor's Office unilaterally and without 
documentary justification valued my KR-1 at $15,000 and have proceeded to tax 
me 
at that rate.   I purchased this aircraft in marginal flying condition and paid 
substantially less than what they have valued the aircraft.  


As such ... I filed an appeal with the County of Los Angeles.   In my attempts 
to obtain documentary evidence to demonstrate the reasonable market value of  
my 
KR-1 at the hearing, I have found that information regarding price and  sales 
of 
KR-1's is scarce?

In an effort to sort this matter out and pay a fair property tax , I'm 
appealing 
to those of you who own KR-1's to send me an email (off list) indicating what 
the approximate fair market value of your KR-1.   


Alternately it would be helpful for any of you to tell me what you think my 
KR-1 
is worth (in the blind).   It has a 2180 vw GP engine with 500 hours on it.  
Roughly 700 hours on airframe. (No Log Books) It has no electrical system. It's 
tricycle gear.   The Exterior and the Canopy are a 7 out of 10.  It has no 
transponder and the Radio is a Handheld.   


Any assistance on this will be greatly appreciated.

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles, CA
mbf...@yahoo.com
1N31SB
http://www.greatplainsas.com/vwsbailey.html


KR> KR2s plans and manual

2011-06-16 Thread Marc Baca
De acuerdo .. tambien yo hablo castellano.  Si hay dificultades yo se los puedo 
comunicar a Steve en NVAero.

Marc Baca






From: Patrick and Robin Russo 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Thu, June 16, 2011 5:05:23 PM
Subject: Re: KR> KR2s plans and manual

Paulo, I am certain that there is a misunderstanding only,  NOT a problem. 
Tell us what the problem is and I am sure that we can help.We are a group 
gathered to solve, share and resolve problems. No puedo hablar Portugese, 
puedo hay muchos de nosotros quien hablan espanol. Como puedo ayudar te??
Pat Russo
- Original Message - 
From: "Paulo De Tarso Montanaro" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2011 3:24 PM
Subject: RE: KR> KR2s plans and manual


>
> good afternoom,
> excuse-me people, I buy mine project with Steve Glover, and I was waiting 
> for 3 months and I dont think is good to copy a pirate project of "good 
> google" You dont have a registration number, a copy have horrible details. 
> It I think
> best regards from Brasil
>
> Paulo de Tarso Montanaro55-11-7194-395255-11-4617-8040 - R 8060
>
>
>> Date: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 18:50:14 +
>> From: jscott.pla...@gmx.com
>> Subject: Re: KR> KR2s plans and manual
>> To: kr...@mylist.net
>>
>> I am a bit puzzled. Why would you specifically not want to deal with the 
>> only company in existance trying to support the KR builders? Is it an 
>> export problem or a personal issue? I know Steve at NVAero sure isn't 
>> getting rich doing this.
>>
>>  FWIW, you may be able to buy plans through Jeannette Rand, but 
>> historically she has been very difficult to deal with, especially if you 
>> are outside the US boarders. My experience with Steve has been just the 
>> opposite, although I don't know if there is an issue with export for him. 
>> My personal experience with sellling parts ourside of the US was 
>> horrible, through no fault of either the buyer or seller.
>>
>>  There is an outfit that sells CDs with pirated plans on them on Ebay 
>> occasionally. Not very good quality from what I've heard, but that may be 
>> your last resort. Please, let's not get into a discussion about the 
>> legalities of the pirated plans. I don't like them either, but if one 
>> can't obtain a legal copy, then I'd go to that as a LAST resort.
>>
>>  Jeff Scott
>>  Los Alamos, NM
>>
>>
>>
>> - Original Message -
>>
>>  Could anyone please give me the contact details of companies (other than 
>> nvaero) that are registered suppliers of KR2s plans and manuals. Henning 
>> Fourie South Africa _
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KR> RE: Glenda McElwee email to KR list

2011-05-19 Thread Marc Baca
yup... I got it too .

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles






From: "garya...@kwic.com" 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Thu, May 19, 2011 7:18:11 AM
Subject: KR> RE: Glenda McElwee email to KR list

RE: Glenda McElwee email to KR list



I received an email on the KR list yesterday afternoon supposedly from Glenda. 
I 
saw a number of folks on the KR list attached to it as well (Joe Horton etc) 
and 
believed it to be OK. When I opened, what looked like a photo album, I was 
puked 
op with a number of Trojan viruses. It was a good thing I had a good anti-virus 
system in place.




Did anyone on the KR list get it too, and if so has anyone investigated the 
root 
of the viruses and who sent them? I'm sure Glenda didn't, maybe someone she 
pissed off raided her name and dropped a the bomb .


I won't open an attachment on the list for awhile, unless I verify it somehow.


Gary- Canada



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KR> KR-2 Insurance

2011-03-29 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Everyone;

Does $1300 per year for Hull and Liability insurance sound about right to 
everyone.   My KR-2S is tail wheel.   I have about 3 hours tail wheel 
experience 
at the moment and was limited to coverage once I get 15 hours dual.

Marc Baca
East Los Angeles


KR> where do you park your KR's

2011-03-01 Thread Marc Baca

Hello Everyone;

I wanted to know if any of you tie your plane down outside in the elements 
instead of in a hanger.

If you tie down outside do you take precautions for sun and rain damage ?  If 
so 
what are they.

Please advise.

Marc Baca
KR-1  N31SN
East L.A.  


KR> KR-1 Plans - Plus Stuff (LONG)

2010-10-19 Thread Marc Baca
Steve;

I'm based out at El Monte and have a KR-1. I"m 17 minutes away by C-172.   I 
would be willing to volunteer some production time it it would help you.   My 
interest would be to learn techniques.  


Marc Baca
mbf...@yahoo.com





From: Plane Nut 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Tue, October 19, 2010 8:12:06 PM
Subject: RE: KR> KR-1 Plans - Plus Stuff (LONG)

Netter's,

As most of you know, we took over operations from RR this past year.  So one
can imagine there has been some growing pains while attempting to get things
moving again.  Between a blown out knee, moving in and out of hangars for
due to potential flooding, and now with moving into a larger facility in
attempt to streamline and be more productive, this has been a HUGE
undertaking.   We are working diligently to get the remaining orders out
that we have and anticipate having everything caught up by the end of the
year or shortly after depending on temperatures for the glass work. (Thank
you for your patience to those we have outstanding orders with)

Currently there is myself, and my partner Eric primarily doing EVERYTHING
for production!  We do not have enough revenue to hire employees as there
still is not enough volume as we attempt to reenergize the KR design in the
homebuilt community.  This IS NOT our primary method for making a living.
Eric is still on active duty with the US Navy and lives a couple hours away.
He is instrumental in taking care of all website and administrative duties
for nV Aero. He travels to the hangar to help with production, etc. when his
time permits based upon his current Op Temp.  Otherwise, production is
basically me.  I do the ordering, stocking, fabricating and any other gopher
jobs required.  We have some items contracted out such as welding, precision
machining, etc.  

Eric and I have a desire to provide quality, affordable parts and materials
for people to build their KR aircraft.  We certainly didn't get into this to
get rich.  The first thing to understand is nV Aero does not own the rights
to the plans for any of the KR aircraft. Jeanette has a price that she sells
the plans to us. Based upon that price we charge enough to cover our
shipping and administrative costs (picking up plans from RR which is 40
miles away, and other expenses associated with packaging and shipping.)  Due
to printing costs Jeanette has raised the price of the KR-1 plans to us.
The drawings and additional copies she provides are at current market rates
from the printers.  The book is the same as everyone else has received for
the past several years but those are rapidly running out so I anticipate
another increase once the current inventory is depleted.  

This brings me to Mr. Caudle's post.  I do feel he should have contacted me
first before posting to the net with his "displeasure".  I think I addressed
it fairly well above but let me be clear, WE buy the plans for $95.  We sell
at $114.95.  We found that is easier for flat rate shipping for our shopping
cart system due to the various destinations in the US and abroad.  So, $25
for "shipping" less up to 6% for credit card processing if a Corporate card
is used. This leaves us $108.05. Subtract $5.70 for Priority Mail with
delivery confirmation leaves $102.35 less $95 for RR leaves us $7.35 for our
time to pick up plans from RR, print packing lists (The packing list was
with Mr. Caudle's registration page), registration pages, package and get
them to the post office or however we ship.  Clearly we are making a TON of
money for the hassle.

I am a little displeased myself with Mr. Caudle's post given our original
correspondence.  Nothing was misleading when he inquired about the plans and
their quality. I guess I should have been VERY specific as to the additional
pages showing the new dimensions from the KR-2 changes with drawings instead
of photos. You can see my email to him below.  

BEGIN MSG.
"Dear Mr. Caudle,

Thank you for your inquiry into the KR-1.  I have not seen the Corby Starlet
plans so could not comment on how they compare however, there have been
several hundred KR-1's build over the years.  The KR-1 plans were drawn in
the 70's and have a builders manual with approximately 64 pages. The full
size drawings are for the airfoil only.  Dimensionally the additional photos
and measurements in the manual are pretty clear.  One positive thing
regarding the KR series is the builder support is outstanding.  The KR-net
has about 600 members and answers to most of your are readily available.  Of
course you can contact us as well.   I will work on converting a copy of a
page from the plans to send to you."
END.

Keep in mind these plans were written a very long time ago.   To answer the
various questions posted regarding the KR-1 plans.  The pages that have been
removed from the back of the manual were outdated and did not reflect
current building recommendations.  There 

KR> Vortex generators

2010-04-27 Thread Marc Baca
Hey folks,

I have one of the  Sam Bailey KR-1's  and it does not have vortex generators.

Marc B.
East Los Angeles





From: "laser...@juno.com" 
To: kr...@mylist.net
Sent: Tue, April 27, 2010 3:13:33 PM
Subject: KR> Vortex generators

> "I don't remember ever seeing or hearing about a KR with vortex 
generators installed."

Ken Cottle put them on his (Sam Bailey built) KR-1 and says they do a
good job.  I can't remember if he said he lost anything on the top end
but I've heard you can expect a small amount of drag loss.

Mike
KSEE
  

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KR> KR Alternative Charging systeam

2009-11-20 Thread Marc Baca
Hello folks;

I own the Sam Bailey KR-1 here in the Los Angeles area.  Some of you may have 
seen the picture on the GP  website.  
http://www.greatplainsas.com/vwsbailey.html . It does not have a charging 
system and thus no transpornder or altitude encoder.   Becuase of this I cannot 
operate it withing Class B airspace

I intend to install a Stator and Rotor in the Diehl Accessory Case so that I 
can then install an altitude encoding transponder.    I was wondering if the 
stator and rotor setup  sold by GP provides sufficient power for VFR use and if 
any of you have created your own charging system.   If you have, I would 
greatly appreciate any advice on what you have used.   I have seen the higher 
power stators available from Harley aftermarket vendors that claim 32 - 40 
amps.   Have any of you used these? Are any of you aware of limitations on 
using these.  

Marc Baca 
mbf...@yahoo.com
East Los Angeles


KR> Re:within limits

2009-11-12 Thread Marc Baca
I have the Sam Bailey KR-1 ...    it weighs  580 empty by weighing main gear 
and wheel

Pilot and Aircraft it weighs 735
.
Fuel (10 gals)  Pilot and Aircraft it weighs 795

Marc Baca
East L.A.  





From: Fred Johnson 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Thu, November 12, 2009 10:21:41 AM
Subject: RE: KR> Re:within limits

Ted, the original KR1 was grossed at 750 if I remember right? but I don't
have my plans here to back that up.

The truth is, you set the gross for what you feel safe with. I am sure there
are others with better knowledge on this though.

Fred Johnson
Reno, NV

Ted wrote:


The old KR-1 has been assembled and weighed for the first time and guess
what!!!  It computes within CG limits in all conditions, except of
course with no pilot!!  Now I'm really getting excited.  The total weight is
a little heavier than I had hoped but that's  the price for the changes made
I guess. 490.5 empty. Anyone want to chime in on where the Max Gross should
be? Or would that be determined in the test phase?



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KR> KR: to weld or braze

2009-11-11 Thread Marc Baca
I recall torch welding aluminum at Sun 'n" Fun five years ago with a gas other 
than Oxy-Acetylene... I believe it was argon gas. and an argon-helium 
mixture.   

Marc Baca
East L.A.





From: Larry H. 
To: KRnet 
Sent: Wed, November 11, 2009 2:15:20 PM
Subject: Re: KR> KR: to weld or braze

Look at Kent Whites site below. I have sat in some of his forums at Oshkosh in 
years past. He showed where all the old world war 2 airplane fuel tanks were 
gas welded. I do not remember if they were welded, brazed, or a combination of 
the two, but this guy will know for sure.
Larry H.

http://metalshapers.org/tips/white/aluminum-welding/index.htm






Can anyone tell me if brazing and aluminum tank is acceptable as welding it?
I have my fears about welding aluminum myself but know that I can braze it
easily enough with silver bearing braze compound.

Thanks.

Fred Johnson
Reno, NV
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KR> Annual Inspection Checklist KR-1

2009-08-21 Thread Marc Baca
Hello Folks,

I'm new to KR aircraft.  I purchased a completed KR-1 with tricycle landing 
gear and 2180.   It just went out of annual and my AI told me that we would 
have to develop a checklist for the annual inspection that he is going to do.  

I'm also building a KR-2 and a Sonerai. 

Does anyone have this checklist or can anyone tell me if it's available 
somewhere?   Better yet is there anyone you know who can do my annual 
inspection in Southern California?

Also .. does anyone have the "POH" for this aircraft.   I want to start off 
doing high speed taxi tests.. then lift off in the ground effects and back down 
... and gradually after 40 or so of these... do the pattern.   

In case anyone would like to show me their aircraft or provide some ground 
school (advice) I'm based out of El Monte Airport in Southern California.   

Thanks,... 

my email is mbf...@yahoo.com.   

Thanks,  

Marc Baca