KR> BID definition
Yep, that is what I used in my first Kr-2 BID 35 years ago. Sparky Sparks -Original Message- From: Sid Wood via KRnet Sent: Friday, March 18, 2016 5:49 PM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Cc: Sid Wood Subject: KR> BID definition Mike, BID is a short-hand call-out for Bi-directional fiber glass cloth; approximately the same number of fiber strands crossing each other at 90 degrees in the woven cloth. (Lots of weave patterns for fiber glass cloth on the market: plain weave, Crow Foot, Satin weave, etc. The Aircraft Spruce catalog has a good reference for the home builder.) The BID will have approximately the same strength and stiffness in 90 degree directions. Most plans call for the BID to be applied at 45-degrees fabric orientation to the main spar to enhance torsional strength of the wing. The Diehl wing skins use this same 45-degree fabric orientation when they are constructed at the factory. Sid Wood Tri-gear KR-2 N6242 Mechanicsville, MD, USA > "The Diehl wing skins are a sandwich with inner and outer layers of 2 BID on a foam core. I have talked with other builders that have used the Diehl skins and not used the spar extensions; they just use the rather stiff skin as a monocoque stressed skin. The Diehl skins extend the horizontal stabilizer and elevator span 3-inches each side for an increase of 6 inches more than the KR-2 plans." Thanks for posting that info on the Diehl tailfeathers & skins. I never knew the stabilizer had three inches extra. Nor do I know what BID is . . . but I can Google fu and find out. Whatever it is it sure holds up well. They literally still look like new after thirty years, tops and bottoms. Whatever BID is, it's good stuff. Mike KSEE ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> technology in an airplane
I'm with you,Larry!! -Original Message- From: Larry Flesner via KRnet Sent: Monday, February 1, 2016 3:57 PM To: KRnet Cc: Larry Flesner Subject: KR> technology in an airplane At 02:22 PM 2/1/2016, you wrote: >So As much as I love the bright glass instruments I am really second >guessing when is there too much of a good thing. >Joe Horton, N357CJ > I installed and calibrated dual SkyViews in an RV10 for a friend but I love my old round gauges, hand held radio, reliable old engine with minimal monitoring, and looking out the window for traffic and weather. At this point, and at my age, flying is still an event, not a challenge. Even with my old and simple technology, I too make my share of mistakes. To each his own Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> TruTrak Autopilot $999
WOW, what is next? How they can do this is beyond me! Got zapped again today 13 more to go. Streets flooded in North Santee. -Original Message- From: Mike Stirewalt via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, December 22, 2015 4:18 PM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Cc: laser147 at juno.com Subject: KR> TruTrak Autopilot $999 Since I'm a real fan of TruTrak I'm not sure why I'm only finding out about this now, but it's only just started shipping in any case and I'm still too busy with the Cavalier to spend any time on my KR but what a nice thing to find out about. Oh how I've longed for at least a wing leveler - something that would allow me to take my attention off the stick for more than five seconds without winding up in a climb or dive and a radical course deviation. This thing weighs nothing, has heading and altitude hold and will track a GPS course. If the GPS can be programmed to follow an approach procedure I can imagine this thing would do the approach. I just learned of it and I imagine they are ironing out wrinkles and will be doing so for a while I'm sure. The tabs that come with the unit are sized to the particular aircraft . . . so they either have or will have an insttallation kit for KR's at some point. http://www.trutrakap.com/product/eco/ Ally Bank, Member FDIC Consistently competitive rates, 24/7 customer care, Member FDIC http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/5679e88331b4568820fbast01vuc ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> KR Gathering
Thank you Marc' Sparky Sparks -Original Message- From: Marc Baca via KRnet Sent: Friday, September 11, 2015 8:58 AM To: KRnet Cc: Marc Baca ; Steve G. Subject: Re: KR> KR Gathering 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 co
KR> kr2S for display
Yes, Ken was killed a long time before the 2S was developed. Sparky Sparks -Original Message- From: Flesner via KRnet Sent: Monday, September 7, 2015 12:19 PM To: KRnet Cc: Flesner Subject: KR> kr2S for display Seems to me that Ken was killed several years before the 2S plans were developed. Along the same lines, I sure wish someone would fess up and give the "REAL" performance numbers in advertising the KR aircraft. Takeoff in 350 feet, land in 650 feet, 180 mph cruise, really? Really.??? I've been to 25 of the last 26 KR Gatherings and have yet to witness such awesome performance. Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
