KR> control movement ailelrons
Thanks Colin, Mark, and Mark; I think I will live with the 2" of travel for the control movement at the stick connection. Since I haven't built the control horns for the ailerons yet I see some corrections can be made. (How many I Build to get it right will depend.) Thanks KRnet. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> control movement for airlerons
I am using the Dual stick design I.E. Langford. Just put the assemble together for the welder. I noticed that the shuttle rod movement may only be 1.75". (This would be the aileron movement at the cable contact for those that don't know of the system). For those whom used this same set up I would like to know if this is OK? or Should I redo? I Might be able to tweek it to get 2" of travel but no more. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Control mevement at aileron cable
I asked this one way but did not get an answer. Mark did reply. Re phrased. Can someone measure the total travel the aileron cable makes at the stick connection? Mine is looking like 1.75" maybe 2.0". Is this going to be enough? Thank you. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> reason to own your own airplane
To bring joy to youngsters eyes like this brings tears to my eyes. Got to love the children. Today they are children tomorrow they will be adults. > > From: "Oscar Zuniga" > Date: 2005/12/01 Thu PM 12:57:23 EST > To: pietenpol-l...@matronics.com, kr...@mylist.net, > corvaircr...@mylist.net, > sqrl...@yahoogroups.com > Subject: KR> reason to own your own airplane > > This is a good article, especially for those of us with youngsters. Well > worth reading! > > http://www.beechaeroclub.org/displayarticle324.html > > Oscar Zuniga > San Antonio, TX > mailto: taildr...@hotmail.com > website at http://www.flysquirrel.net > > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> another day, another flight...
Yep one day I thought you would be flying back about then. I was at Tuskeegee Alabama and was always looking up at any noise. But Guess I missed ya. Looking forward to hearing your results on the Stab incidence. About to mount mine. > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> control arms
Hey Keith, The plans I purchased from Rand Robinson came with a book of instructions. Included in the instructions were pages of scaled drawings of most metal parts to be made. Maybe you didn't get the book. You might want to purchase it from Rand Robinson. > > From: Martha Crawford > Date: 2005/11/13 Sun PM 01:29:26 EST > To: KRnet > Subject: KR> control arms > > hi all > > I am making hinges and control arms today > I am looking for the length of the control arm on the elevator > or the distance from hole to hole to give me the correct pole pole > action > > keith crawford > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Checklists
Peter Diffey wrote: > my emergency checklist > > found a big field - yep > belts tight - yep. > > I am looking forward to the luxury of having something worth checking. Thank you for the laugh I really needed that. After three months of not working on my plane I think next week I will be able to restart. I've got the "Got to build it itis." Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Gear width/crosswind
I wonder how the people flying the Europa (not spelled correct it think) land the mono wheel. > > From: "Terry Teer" > Flying my KR-2 t/d and the crosswind landings are very exciting to say the > least. I purchased the plane used and the gear is very narrow. The gear is > bolted to the mainspar on the inside of the fuse right under your legs and is > probably nearly 4.8 ft wide in track. What effect would the plane have if > they were moved out to the stubs in the normal area. The plane flies great > but landings are very exciting even without a crosswind component. Any > suggestions or advice? ++++++= Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> kr2s plans
Dear Chad and Jackie Stenson; I spent more on plastic clamps that I needed than I did on the plans to build the KR. PLEASE JUST ORDER THEM. When the plans arrive you will feel you have jumped over the line and you will be on your way. Good Luck > > From: Chad and Jackie Stenson > Date: 2005/11/08 Tue PM 08:17:13 EST > To: kr...@mylist.net > Subject: KR> kr2s plans > > Anyone got a set of complete KR2S plans they want to sell? Looking at > starting a build this winter. > > Thanks > chad > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Aluminum T stock
Hello net, This is for those whom built there Hinge system using Dr. Deans Hinges. I am looking for a piece of T stock for use in the Dr. Dean hinge control horn. I made mine out of channel but did not permanently attach it. I would like to use the correct item. I have searched the archieve and found a reference to McMaster but they sell it in 8 foot length. and, it is 1.5" by 7/8". Guess I could use the leftover as another sanding stick. I already have sanding sticks and don't want anymore. But I wonder if anyone has a section they could put in the mail and send to me. In the rigging stage of the fuselage and my procrastination is going to catch up with me. I need to mount my Horizontal Stab. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Aluminum T stock
Thanks for all the replies concerning the T-Stock. Al is going to help me out. maybe it wont be long now. Of Steven Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Timing the Mag
One day I will experience that great flight story but for now the part of "grand son entertain us" is something that I look forward to every other weekend. And, this is my weekend. Keep sending those stories. They make me get back out in my shop and make something. I watched our 1 year old grand son entertain us. > > > > This was an experience that mere mortals can't even dream of, let alone, > experience. > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> first flight
AUsome + > > From: "Joseph H. Horton" > Date: 2005/10/19 Wed PM 07:22:37 EDT > To: kr...@mylist.net, corvaircr...@mylist.net > Subject: KR> first flight > > Life is good. > Forecast was for wind yet today but it dawned clear and calm. I had to > take one of the kids to school today so I was going to be late for work > anyway. I got to the airport around 8:20am and it was still calm. I > called the ground crew and started getting the plane ready. By 9:10 we > had every thing ready and a briefing done. I started her up and let it > warm up a few minutes and taxied to 29 for a high speed taxi first and > then the plan was to come back around and do the flight on the second > run. After a run up and instrument check I called for a high speed taxi > on 29. That was about the end of the flight plan that was laying on the > seat beside me. I gave it about 1/2 throttle to start the roll and then > slowly gave it the rest. the roll and track felt so good that I left the > throttle full a quick scan showed all the numbers good and only a couple > seconds latter she leaped from the runway. I had to only correct for a > very slight wing drop and she was climbing at 90 mph and somewhere around > 1000' per minute. Pitch was absolutely a non issue and the roll response > was rock steady. I was at pattern altitude about a 1/4 mile off the > runway end, at 2000' on crosswind and 3000' while turning downwind. I > leveled off at 3000' and just settled in. All the temps stayed low. 300 > deg. was the highest cylinder in climb. oil was 175 deg. and exhaust was > around 1150 deg. I worked on slow flight and into power off stalls but > did not take her to a full stall. I just wanted to get the out side > picture in my head. > I did a little bit of full throttle but backed off at 140 mph indicated. > I saw that the wind was starting to move on the ground so I > worked my way down to pattern and went for a landing. I nailed the > numbers for speed and decent on pattern. 90 downwind, 80 x-wind and > turned finial feeling pretty good. The glide lights were good, looked at > the speed and it had jumped to 110 mph. I stayed with it down to the > threshold and I was way to fast and heat from the ground was giving me > fits. I was all over the place. By then I figured that I had scared the > runway into submission and I applied power and climbed out with out any > other trouble. I went around and did it again but toke power out sooner > on finial and crossed the end at about 80mph. Things were still a little > rough but we stayed on centerline. It floated further than I wanted but I > managed to plant her real solid on the runway and roll out with room to > spare. (3200' runway) > I'm a pretty happy guy right now and it is more a feeling of relief. Ya > all keep at it The big day is worth it. > > Joe Horton, Coopersburg, PA. > joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com +++ Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Windshield
>Dan Heath wrote: > > > > > My best advise to anyone thinking of forming their own windshield, is go > > > have as many Heineken as it takes to make you forget that thought. > Never planned on forming my own windshield but I did have a many Heineken as it took. Got to love the KRnet Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> EAA breakfast
Just thought I would drop this. EAA 1350 in LaGrange GA. is holding a pancake breakfast from 8:00 to 10:00 EST. It would be nice to see a KR there. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Glue joints Come on!
> Sanding a surface makes it a poor glue joint? Yes, according to the FAA. and EAA sites. Sanding should be finished with a 120 grit paper if you must. BUT. The Rand Robinson assembly manual states on page 11. Under "Fuselage Sides" fifth paragraph down. "...A sanding disc mounted on a table saw or radial arm saw will come in handy at this time for shaping the gusset blocks." Also most of the joints are also backed up with plywood skin which also acts like a gusset. Its your choice to build as you see fit. Just keep your glue joints from starving. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Live your dream
> If you ask me why I would fly from Ohio to Alabama and > >back for a sandwich, for once I have to quote Bill Clinton, "Because I > >could" (and I hadn't seen my brothers for a while). > >Ken Jones > > > Too bad there isn't a web site that KR pilots could post their > "MOTIVATING MOMENTS" to. Builders could go there when > their motivation was low and get "pumped" to go out and > make some more sawdust. > > Larry Flesner > + I think the DVDs and Videos from past gatherings do it for me. One year of building and going strong. Steven P. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Gyro instruments
> > From: "wilder_jeff Wilder" > UHHGGG!!! > I bought an R.C. Allan Gyro off of ebay last week... I received the product, > it was as described.. but when I was bidding on it, I did not realize that > it was 115v AC 400mzh. Anyone know if I can convert this to 12v dc? > > -jeff > + More even, Does anyone have any info on changing 24 Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Gyro instruments
> > From: "wilder_jeff Wilder" > > UHHGGG!!! > > I bought an R.C. Allan Gyro off of ebay last week... I received the > > product, > > it was as described.. but when I was bidding on it, I did not realize that > > it was 115v AC 400mzh. > Anyone know if I can convert this to 12v dc? > > > > -jeff > > > + OK I'll try again. I hit the send by mistake > More even, Does anyone have any info on changing 24V to 12V? As in a Turn > Bank purchased cheap. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> intake heat
> So here I am, looking at the panel, and I see a red > nob that says, "Alt Static Air Pull On". Is that what > you are referring to? > > So, would that then pull intake air from inside the > cowling instead of the outside? > Scott Alt Static air is for your pitot static system. If your static ports get blocked. Some use heated air from the cowling as carb heat and or intake manifold heat. I agree with Colin that SOMETHING needs to be there for heat to the intake. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Work Bench
Scott Asked: > > Also...what is the best material for the top pf the > > bench, in your opinions? Particle board will be the > > straightest but 3/4 ply will be the most > > durableOpinions?? Steve Wrote: > 1" MDF, maybe 2 layers of 3/4" glued and screwed, painted, sealed, and > heavily waxed for me. MDF is unbelievably straight and flat, and with the > paint and sealer it'll last forever. The wax will keep glue from sticking, > but I plan on spraying a few coats of PVA mold release as a backup. Yes that would work, but most of us used the table to draw out the fuselage layout. If you put anything on the MDF you might not be able to read your work. Just remember to protect the table with 3 or 4 mil plastic before glueing up any joints. Good luck building and I look forward to seeing your progress. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> email addresses
> somebody's email address? Can you not click on "reply" and get a return > email that displays the guy's email address in blue, and then cut and paste > it into the TO: box and be done with it? Is it that difficult? Am I > missing something here? ++ OR just type type the address as you would read it. I have Charter service and it puts the address in the from section. Ok, I am only from Alabama. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Work Bench
Scott Wrote: > Now if I can only learn not to build an airplane with > a brad nailer. > > +++= I used the finish nail gun to hold 3/4" by 3/4" blocks to the table. The 3/4" by 3/4" blocks held pressure on the gussets blocks for the fuselage sides. I removed the pressure blocks and was able to reuse them for the other side. GUESS I NEED TO GET MY SITE UP AND RUNNING. In other words If you can build quality cabinets then your woodwork for the airplane will be impressive as well. Did you get my picture? Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> 22 oz tri-ply cloth. Can't find
Mike Mims Built his gear legs using as one of the plys the 22 oz tri-ply cloth. This item is no longer available and I only seem to be able to find a cloth up to 9.85 oz. Tooling cloth. I can still get the 22 oz uni-tape and need a replacement for the tri-ply. Mike if your out there please email me. To others that have built gear legs or have engineering data that might lead me in the correct direction please chime in. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> 22 oz tri-ply cloth. Can't find
Thanks Ken I missed that in the Wicks catalog. +> > From: "Kenneth B. Jones" > Subject: Re: KR> 22 oz tri-ply cloth. Can't find > > Wicks has it. P/N TRI-X22, $15.31/yard > > Ken Jones +++++ Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Timber List
John's Question: Can anyone tell me the size of the "Outer rear spar vert pcs"? > My list has two of them listed. > 1 pc 1/2 x 1 ?/? 42". > 1 pc 1/2 x 1/2 x 42". > John, Welcome, Do you have your plans? If not then get them. The answer to your question is the rear outer spar is made of 1/2" x 1/2" and 1/2" x 7/8" thick pieces of spruce. The end of the spar is made up of the first piece 1/2" thick by the width of the spar cap. (Look at your plans to see that dimension just to be sure). The next piece is a 1/2" by 1/2". Followed by a piece thats again 1/2" thick by the width of the spar cap. Notice each piece alternates. The length of each vertical piece is different do to the taper of the spar. Please note that I am doing this from memory and do not have the plans in front of me. I remember having to order extra spruce for the verticals in the forward spars due to the deeper spar in the newer wing. I had plenty of material for the rear spars. Good Luck. Happy building Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Installed my spars.
Finally after a month of procrastinating I installed my spars in the center section. The Langford Templates worked great. With the use of a "smart level" I only had to shim the rear spar. The forward spar went in snug and measured level and square to the tail. The Template held the rear spar in place until I was able to get the correct shims in place under the spar. While the T88 is drying I continue to check the entire installation. It's nice to go out and hear the level beep when I put it on the level line. One note I am using the 5048 with a forward spar height of 8.19". Looks really high. Can't wait to try it on. Looks like I will be reclining in my lounge chair while in flight. Yal have fun in Mt. Vernon I'll miss ya. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Start build from the wings
Sorry this is late. And I can't help but think that spruce spar > material is a lot easier to store than two 96" x 48" wings! I sure am tired > of moving my wings around... My spars have been in storage in my master bedroom for almost one year. Wife is ready to get them out. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Found a prop. Not KR
Maybe someone can tell me what this goes on. I found a prop at a flea market yesterday. Its about 5' wood; Looks adjustable; (has no hub) The blades are Hershey bar in plan view and have a cord of close to 6". Made by Sensenich; and has markings written with a sharpe that shows degrees like 35, 40, 45. Doesn't look used. I thought it might make a good decoration. What do you think? Some kind of rotor or prop? What does it go on? I was going to send an Email to sesenich but thought I could get a fast answer here. God Bless those to the South of me. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Stang?
> > From: "Brian Kraut" I have actually been > trying to fly up to see your KR but something gets in the way every weekend. > > WEATHER. I got to fly in a Stang last weekend. Responsive and fast I think it will be a great trainer for the KR. Its a dragger so that will help with tail time. My KR will be wider and I still fit in the Stang. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Perpedicular Firewall or Level Longeron?
Hey Net. I have been procrastinating way to long now about my center spar installation. I have done the search and did not find successful information. I would like to know from those that have tried. Due to the banana boat the fire wall and longerons are not perpendicular. If I use the smart level and use the firewall as my main reference what will it do to the flight stance of the plane? And, What if anything will be needed to do to the engine mount? I can picture the plane flying with a nose down attitude which looks like it would cause a lot of drag by the fuselage. My building is at a standstill until I install my spars. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> How sweet it is!!!
Thats AUsome Mark. also People at KLGC are looking forward to your visit. > > From: "Mark Jones" Subject: KR> How sweet it is!!! > > There just simply is nothing as satisfying as flying a KR-2S with a healthy > Corvair engine up front. I just returned from my fourth flight in four days. > A flight a day keeps the doctor away. And speaking of doctors...I passed my > flight physical this morning so I am good for two more years. Thank God! > The last four flights I made have been totally uneventful. It is a wonderful > feeling to not to be worrying about the engine while flying. My newly > rebuilt engine is not leaking a drop of oil nor is it blowing any out the > breather. Today, I achieved 148 mph on the GPS while in straight and level > flight. Oil temp 180°, CHT 295°, ET 1250°, OP 35 psi, Volts 14.5. > I am Gathering bound in my KR-2S. It is still in primer, has no wheel pants, > has no spinner, has exposed hinges and still needs some filling to smooth > her out but I am having a blast and I am flying to the Gathering. With my > plane in this stage of being finished, you can see how a lot of things will > be prior to finishing. YEEEHAAAAAA > > 24 days, count 'em, only 24 days to go. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Foam
Just build as per plans or look into the long list of discussions concerning Foam on the net. You are going to spend a long time building. You don't want to waste it re designing the wheel. But I will be glad to look at the results you get from your research. Looking forward to hearing your input. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Epoxy
Peter, Try the 5 minute epoxy available at your hardware store. It comes in a double suringe and easy to mix. 5 minutes after setting the foam in you are ready to work on the piece. Good luck > > From: "Peter Drake" > Date: 2005/08/16 Tue AM 05:32:30 EDT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: Re: KR> Epoxy > > I tried hot glue last night. AAARGH! I'm using Blue Styrofoam - it melts > it! Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Gathering / spouse
Larry Wrote: > Steven, > > Have you considered asking her to come along. Well, Besides the flowers I am takeing her on a cruise. She can't take off work and loose anymore vacation time. Otherwise she would go. Still If someone needs a ride. Email me off the net. I would leave Friday morn and return Sunday. Still building. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> kr meet
Steve, If you are a member of AOPA you might have forgotten you get one each year that covers all the states. If you are not a member then you should join. You can down load diagrams from the aopa site. I believe I only pay around $9.00 at my local airport for the Airport Facilities Directory of the Southeast . I can't imagine the AFD for the northern section is more expensive. Also does your trip take you over eastern Alabama? (I haven't plotted a course from your area) original message > does anyone have an extra airport directory of ILL. the easterd states > directory cover everything from fla to Ind. but not ILL. i hate to spend $30 > bucks for a directory that i'll use 1 time only. gettin everything ready > for > the BIG trip. let's all hope for gd flyin weather to & from,,steve > jones,venice fl Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> EAA Airventure Today On Line
Note the quote from Bill. "I'm cheap, and I don't have much money." Like the rest of us building. The KR can be built on a budget. But, Bill you are not cheap, look at the time given towards the KR. Keep up the good work. Don't stop talking up the plane. Steven Phillabaum > > From: "Mark Jones" > Subject: KR> EAA Airventure Today On Line > > Check out this story on the EAA Airventure web site about Bill Clapp and his > corvair powered KR. > http://www.airventure.org/2005/satjuly30/homebuilding_budget.html > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Starting the adventure!
Cris, Welcome, I studied the plans and looked at sites for several years before I started. (Had to buy a house with a garage). While you are reviewing the plans you can go ahead and print out the rib templates if you want to use the new ones. Start looking for material. Shipping problems can cost for the large orders like plywood. And most of all try to decide on any modifications and stick to them. I have just completed one year of building and I am complete with the spars, elevator and within a few weeks I will be mounting my landing gear. Start shopping now and look for partially complete items including partially complete projects. They can get you in the air in a shorter time. But then I like the process of building. Hope to see your progress and good luck. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> kr meet
OK I can't stand it anymore. I was not planning to go to the gathering but, I don't know if I will be able to stay away. Last year I went and missed my Wedding anniversary. My wife said I could go this year if I wanted because last year I bought her flowers and had them sent to work.. If I do that again she will let me go. If I go I will fly and would like a cost share of the flight. I would camp at the airport. Leave KLGC Lagrange GA. in a 172 cost of $52.00 per hour (hobbs) plus fuel. Flight duration with no wind is about 3.5 Hours. one way. Email me OFF the net if you would like to fly with me. If you are on my route I will pick you up. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Longeron Doubler bevel at firewall
Hello net. You will have to have your plans out for this one. I have a question about the Longeron Doubler at the fire wall. The plans show the first Longeron planned to match the 1/4" shelf and filler block. Also shows the Doubler beveled to match the angle of the first Longeron. 1. Is the first longeron beveled the entire length? 2. Then is the Doubler beveled to match the angel of the side of the Longeron? 2. Is this the way you did it? 3. Can I just glue the Doubler to the longeron and only bevel the portion of them both that will be involved with the shelf area? The book shows what looks like a KR1 with almost straight sides and states just to glue on the doubler. The Plans drawing B shows the bevel situation. Note I have widened my fuselage to be 44" and have a stock firewall. Talk about a Banana boat. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Longeron Doubler bevel at firewall
To late the boat is finished except all the upper pieces. Including the upper firewall brace of 5/8" by 3 1/2". I would like to install it tonight but I need to figure out the doubler situation. Thanks. > > From: VIRGIL N SALISBURY > Make the top and bottom widths the same, no bananna boat, Virg Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> WW holey cowling
Looks like I'll even cut more time off my total build time. Can't wait to see the price. I spoke to Bill Clapp yesterday and he said it will be the way to go. Next week will mark the one year anniversary of the start of my project. Now if I can just get it finished. Mark L wrote: > There are a couple of photos at > http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/corvair/05072013m.jpg and > http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/corvair/05072015m.jpg . > It's designed to use a Van's 13" RV spinner, which WW will true up for you on > a fixture for a fee if you'll ship it to him. I don't know that he has > decided on a price yet, but it sure helps if you're putting a Corvair on a > KR. Molds are made and he can ship them almost immediately... Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Flying to OSH weather
Since there is not much traffic on the net I will say this. I am flying out Friday morn to OSH. If you live in the southeast (USA) MAN IS IT HAZY!! METARS say visibility 6 plus but you lose your VFR check points at 2000' agl. You only have maximum visibility when looking straight down. If anyone will be at OSH Friday through Sunday. Let me know by Thursday night. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> ailerons
> > > > Netters > > > > Per the plans, there is no glass wrapped around the rear portion of the > > wing sealing the wood for the aileron. Am I correct???. Has anybody had > > a problem with that wood coming loose fron the foam?? > > If you were me and wanted to secure the wood a little better, what would > > be the easiest and best way to get it done??? > > > > Lee Van Dyke > > Mesa AZ > > l...@vandyke5.com Page 87 of the plans book paragraph 10.63; "wrap with one BID overlapping skins at least 1". Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Oshkosh Head Count
Hello others, I have not attended Airventure before. But, I will be there this year. I will fly right seat with my father in his mustang II on friday the 29th, camp, and return home on Sunday. If something is going on during that time I would like to hear about it. Someone else is going to have to carry the backpack this year. i.e sun-n-fun. See you there. Went in late to work this morning because I had to watch the 2005 gathering video. I should be out in the garage finishing the boat. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Oshkosh Head Count
Correction > Went in late to work this morning because I had to watch the 2004 gathering > video. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> glue or staples for belly skin?
Hello, netters; I have made a search first but did not get an answer. I will be installing my belly skin this weekend and wonder. Should I use staples or weights? I have enough jugs filled with water to cover the entire skin. I don't know if this would distort, twist, or even create a good contact. Sure would be nice not to have to remove those staples. Spars and horizontal stab complete. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> glue or staples for belly skin?
Mark answered > Two benefits to using staples is that once you staple it, you can > flip the boat over as soon as you're done stapling and all the excess T-88 > will flow down to form a nice fillet between plywood and spruce. The other > is that perfect contact will be assured. There will be some holes to fill, > but an hour of micro and sanding will hide them forever. > Thanks for the replies all. I will be using staples. I was planning on putting on the tail section half of the skin when it dried then adding the front. guess I will have to live with the messy glue on the tail half. Or wait and do both at the same time. I HAVE TO drive to Aircraft Spruce on tuesday and buy ANOTHER 4 x 8 ply. Darn I still wont be able to turn the boat this week. Again thanks to those that replied. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> what a day...
Mark Good to see you made it. Bad to hear you had to. Guess you just answered two questions of set up. You wont be needing me for ballast now. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> OSHKOSH 05
Bill Clapp wrote; > ALRIGHTY THEN... who is planning to fly their KR to Oshkosh this year? and > who is planning to just show up? I will be flying in with my father in his Mustang II on friday morn and returning home on sunday. We will be camping so I'll be available to get together then. As the time gets closer someone can post a note of goings on. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Cylinder/Head Studs....
> > Having a bit of "difficulty" with a stud on my corvair > block. The stupid thing doesn't want to be > cooperative... Matthew, The conversion manual states to heat the case and apply paraffin wax to the studs at the treads. The wax is supposed to penetrate the threads. And, help. Just stating and have not tried it myself. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> final weight and balance
Mark your numbers sound great and what I would like to have when at your stage. Looking forward to your post of the spreadsheet. > > Add a 227 lb passenger to get to the 1200lb gross and I'm at 26% chord. YEA MAN THATS WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Golden West Fly In/West Coast KR Gathering
> I'm not actually building yet, but I am gathering up parts, like a fuselage > cowl, spar and so on. > Denny ... > Denny, I read the net and collected parts for 3 years (Needed a place to build) before I started building. I really believe it has helped in the building process and time of build. Looking forward to your progress. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama -- next part -- ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html
KR> wing gap seals/covers
Mark Wrote: "I've just stuck the wings on and I" I ask; How many times does that make? Since your May 5th Picture shows wings not stuck on. Guess you will be doing it at least one more time. Hows your WAFs look? Can't wait to see it in the air! Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> KR for sale with broken crank
Not long ago someone posted a KR for sale that had a broken crank. I thought I saved the post but did not. I have someone that wants go in halves and I wanted to send him the post. Does anyone still have the post or info on the airplane? Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Mark L. Flying?
Guess what people do you think Mark L. has been sandbagging us? Go to www.aerovents.com/eaa190 then link to plans and projects. Got to love it. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> For Sale?
Be careful, someone might really pay you what you asked. You wouldn't want anything else now. P.S. I need engine parts.. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Weight/Load testing
Bill Clapp wrote: My heaviest weight passanger was my > brother inlaw at 220-230 and half full. > YeHa maybe this year I'll get a ride since I am at 215 and loosing. Also I am short so I fit just fine. "popeye the doughboy". Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Sun & Fun
Bill` go to sun-n-fun.org for all the info you need. See you there. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Sun-n-fun Roll call
Bill Wrote: > SUN N; FUN is just around the corner - who will be there? > > Bill Clapp I will be driving down interstate 75 on thursday morning. Camping, and leaving Sunday. Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Re: K R Dinner/Barbecue
Brian, Will the location for the Barbecue be as last year? In the Vintage area? I will be arriving around 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Don't start to early. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama >Brian wrote: > I will also have a KR barbecue again this year, probably Thursday again. > The following are assigned things to bring: > > Mark Langford beer > Mark Jonesbrats > Art Bruce charcoal > Larry Flesner a KR > Al Weisnera can opener than can cut someone out of a crashed B-52
KR> Re: K R Dinner
How do we arange for guests to come eat with us? and, will two guests be OK? > > From: "Brian Kraut" > Date: 2005/03/01 Tue AM 04:51:24 GMT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: RE: KR> Re: K R Dinner > > My wife decorates cakes for a living now so we will also have a KR cake for > desert. Someone with two seats may have to fly to Jax to pick it up if I > only have my Mustang there, but we will have a KR cake. > > Brian Kraut > Engineering Alternatives, Inc. > www.engalt.com > > -Original Message- > From: krnet-bounces+brian.kraut=engalt@mylist.net > [mailto:krnet-bounces+brian.kraut=engalt@mylist.net]On Behalf Of > VIRGIL N SALISBURY > Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 10:13 PM > To: kr...@mylist.net > Subject: Re: KR> Re: K R Dinner > > > Thank You Brian, Virg > > On Mon, 28 Feb 2005 19:34:22 -0500 "Brian Kraut" > writes: > > I have been tring to get the SNF people to call me back or return an > > email > > for a while about doing something at the museum or somewhere else on > > the > > grounds, but I have about given up on them. I do have the same > > place as > > last year on hold for 7:00 on the 15th. I'll keep everyone posted > > as we get > > closer. > > > > I will also have a KR barbecue again this year, probably Thursday > > again. > > The following are assigned things to bring: > > > > Mark Langfordbeer > > Mark Jonesbrats > > Art Brucecharcoal > > Larry Flesnera KR > > Al Weisnera can opener than can cut someone out of a > > crashed B-52 > > Bob Gliddenwit and sarchasm > > > > Brian Kraut > > Engineering Alternatives, Inc. > > www.engalt.com > > > > -Original Message- > > From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On > > Behalf Of VIRGIL N SALISBURY > > Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 8:22 PM > > To: kr...@mylist.net > > Subject: KR> Re: K R Dinner > > > > > > BRIAN, Re lakeland, How is the dinner planning coming along, Virg > > > > Virgil N. Salisbury - AMSOIL > > www.lubedealer.com/salisbury > > Miami ,Fl > > > > ___ > > Search the KRnet Archives at > > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > > > > > > > > ___ > > Search the KRnet Archives at > > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > > > > > > > Virgil N. Salisbury - AMSOIL > www.lubedealer.com/salisbury > Miami ,Fl > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > Steven Phillabaum KR2S; 5048; corvair; Auburn, Alabama
KR> Horizontal Stabilizer Tips
Hello net. I have a question. The tips of my Horizontal Stabilizer are currently flat and I like the way they show off the "new" airfoil. I want to know if leaving them flat will cause airflow or drag problems? If so I can round them off and glass over. I added 3/4" of foam on the ends for ease of shaping. Finish the tips, cut out the tab and be finished with this part of the build. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama
KR> Sanding wing fairing
Hello Brian, Here is one way. I used something like this for boat repairs only is was on a smaller scale. I'll try to put it in words. Basically its a sanding pole but tapered. You can make it out of cardboard. or, a 3" template for one end and a 12" template for the other. Install some foam, sand, then glass. When cured stick some sandpaper on it. When you sand only use short bursts and slowly work from small radius to the large. OR you will have to just eyeball the fairing. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama > > From: "Brian Kraut" > I need to sand a wing root fairing foam block with about a 3" radius for > most of the length, then go to about a 12" radius aft of the wing (this will
KR> Sam Bailey's KR-1s
KR's just don't get no respect. The museum listed the Busby Mustang at 175mph as the fastest homebuilt in the museum, and Sam's KR1 at 185 mph. Just makes me want to finish mine and go show it off. (few more years). Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama Horizontal stabilizer glassed
KR> Visiting the Flesners on trip home...
Bill, Glad to hear you on the net. I remember one bad storm where you were able to park your plane under a citation. Let us know what thickness of 4130 you use for the new rudders. If you are going to be over Auburn, Alabama or Lagrange GA and in need of lunch. Give me a call on my cell phone if you stop (334-319-2845). Tell your daughter the dogs miss her. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama > > From: larry flesner > Date: 2005/01/31 Mon AM 02:49:05 GMT > To: KRnet > Subject: KR> Visiting the Flesners on trip home... > > A grateful thank you to Larry Flesner and his wife for putting me (Bill > Clapp) up for the night on the way home to Georgia after an extended > Christmas vacation. I left out of Valdosta GA on Dec 17 with my eight year > old daughter Elaine on the way to New Richmond Wisconsin to spend > Christmas with my folks. We took off and headed north in N41768 and got > stuck west of Atlanta due to weather. We stopped in Anniston and got fuel > and lunch and check out the local FSS and got a live briefing. We headed > west to clear the bad stuff and then had clear sky to Effingham IL where we > stopped for fuel and the proceeded to Keewanee IL where we landed due to > darkness. On landing, while rolling out, the right rudder pedal went to > the floor. OOPS!! We skidded off the runway to the left and spun around. > We cam e to a stop and my daughter looked at me aand said "At least we are > OKAY!" I got out and found the right wheel had broken off in the ground > loop but the gear was fine. The cause of the ground loop was the right RR > pedal assy. It broke near the weld on the passanger side near the hinge > block. I pulled the plane to the FBO and luckily someone was there and we > put it in a T-hanger for overnight (35 knot winds - 5 degree below zero) > We found a motel for the night - in the morning the local A&P let me darg > the plane into a nice heated hanger where I proceded to repair the pedal > assy. The tubing RR used was 4130 but it is thin walled.. I repaired the > broken section and then reinfored it with a 45 degree tube over the hinge > block. I will replace the entire assy later with new thick wall tubing to > eliminate any more possibility of another break. After the repair and a > thorough inspection and runnup we left Keewanee and flew to Prarie Du Chein > Wisconsin where we spent the night again on account of darkeness. We > finally flew into New Richmond the following day before lunch.With 50 > knot headwinds, darkness and other incidents we had 10.2 hours of tach time > from Valdosta to New Richmond. But we did enjoy out time with family and > friends. Elaine is back at school now and I am flying home. Hopefully I > will have time to visit a couple KR guys. I was hoping to visit with Mark > Jones but weather and time was bad for this weeekend.I hope to see him > later. If anybody else between Marion IL and Valdosta GA wants a > visit...let me know here at Larry Flesners. Ill be here overnight and > then be flying home tomorrow. Oh New Richmond WI to Marion Il.3 > hours 30 minutes... not bad. I now have 114 hours on N41768 - love the > corvair - runs smooth...glad I installed cabin heat... > Yall keep building and flying... Sun and Fun is around the corner. If > you > need a rest stop in Valdosta on the way down - dont hesitate to call > (229)834-8996 (cell phone for KR people only please) I can provide food - > couch - or room if needed. Corvair people...lots of interesting things are > about to come out of William WynnesI need to get back to work down > there soon keep you posted. > > Fly safe - love your family ---Bill Clapp > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> bad crank
Absolutely I wouldn't use a built up crank. The "Best Machine Shop" in town thinks I am being stupid for not using a 20/20 cut crank. He just does not know. Since my post of the bad crank I found 3 cars in east Georgia in a junk yard. When I called I was told I probably wouldn't want them because the were not the engines with the dual carbs on each side. WOW, what he don't know will same me money. I told him I would come look at anyway and might be able to take them off his hands. The engines are still in the cars and I have to remove them myself. Never took a vair engine out but have to so on dozens of Volkswagens. Isn't there a hidden bolt in the bell housing I will need to find. (Don't have the service manual yet) Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama
KR> cowling molds
OK here it goes, My wife and I help out on an "underground for dachshunds." transport system. To save dogs from being put to sleep. We drive 2 hours one way to pick up the dogs then drive 2 hours in the other direction to deliver to another transport person. An example of that would be since I live in Auburn, Alabama would be to meet someone in say, Mobile Alabama (3 hour drive for me) and then take the molds to Atlanta Georgia (2 hour drive from my house) thus making the total trip over a period of a couple days maybe a couple weekends. If you were at the gathering you may have noticed the pins on the map. A network of pick up and delivery points could get something from one place to another. I plan on going to Biloxi Mississippi in a few weeks maybe I can help. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama Glassing Horizontal Stab. when temps go up. > > From: jump...@aol.com > Date: 2005/01/19 Wed AM 06:43:41 GMT > To: kr...@mylist.net > Subject: KR> cowling molds > > In a message dated 1/18/05 11:59:17 PM Eastern Standard Time, > krnet-requ...@mylist.net writes: > > I talked to Ray last night, and he has packed the cowling molds for > > >shipping. The box is oversize for shipping UPS and so will cost about $100 > > >to ship. Ray is in New Orleans And I'm in Fayetteville NC. Is anyone on > > >the > > > > >net traveling from near New Orleans east that would be willing to > > >transport > > > > >the cowling molds for me. I would be glad to pay a tank of gas as long as > > >you are not filling up a 747. > > > > > > Ck with some Truck freight CO. or the bus lines. I can get a motor > shipped from cal to VA for 150.00 you can find it cheaper than UPS. let your > fingers > do the dialing and call the bus terminals, and the trucking co. there has to > be some way to do it cheap. > > "People who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those who are doing > it."? George Bernard Shaw, (1856-1950) Irish playwright and winner of the > Nobel > Prize for Literature 1925Yours Bill > > > > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html
KR> bad crank
Hey builders, Just an update on the building. Since the warm weather I glassed the bottom side of the Horizontal Sab.. But, I got my engine back from the machine shop. The crank is rusted to .09 and it would require cutting to 20/20 to make it work. According to William I can't use. Well back on the phone looking for another engine. All the hours I spent on the bad engine I could have been working the plane. At least I have clean case halves. Back to the garage to sand on some more foam. P.S. my wife still has not said anything bad about the spars being stored in the Master Bedroom. Ain't she a trouper. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama
KR> Trim tab location on elevator
Question: I am installing my trim tab in my Elevator on the Left side so I can open the canopy and see the position of the tab prior to take-off. Does any flyer out there see a problem with this? i.e. do to the slip stream of the rotation by the corvair. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama "2 mile final for 36"
KR> So Cal
Steve, GOOD LUCK let us know how it turns out. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama > > From: "Steve Glover" > Date: 2005/01/12 Wed AM 03:52:52 GMT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: RE: KR> So Cal > > Well, things just never seem to go right. The FAA closed the runway 10 > minutes before both Richards and I arrived at Corona and wouldn't allow us > to depart even though we had enough runway left. By noon there was about > 14' of water in my hangar. My Long EZ and a number of tools, parts, etc. > are well under water now, including most of my Corvair stuff. The water > wasn't supposed to get this deep. Rich and Rich may have lost the Tailwind > in their hangar as well. We moved my roll-a-way, compressor, and welder to > their hangar after being advised the water wouldn't get that far. Those, > I'm sure are a total loss now as well. > > We were now told the water level was still rising and would completely flood > the airport and all aircraft had to be moved. Most were being towed of > pushed to some of the city roads and parked for the duration. It is quite a > sight seeing 100 aiplanes blocking a number of city streets. To top off the > day, while my plane was being moved, half of the elevator was ripped off. It > looks like I won't be flying any time in the near future. As far as making > the next Gathering or Corvair conversion, who knows??? > > Steve Glover > KR-2 N902G > AJO, Ca > > > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> Distributor Drive Puller for VW
Remember to pull out the spring stuck in the top of the shaft. Before you insert the pliers, or any other puller. Steven Phillabaum > > From: "Mark Langford" > Date: 2005/01/06 Thu PM 06:05:00 GMT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: Re: KR> Distributor Drive Puller for VW > > Dan Heath wrote: > > > Does anyone have a Distributor Drive Puller for a VW that Jerry and I can > borrow for a week. Mark Langford wrote > Dan, I've rebuilt and messed with a lot of VW engines, and I've never felt > the need for a distibutor drive puller. I just use a set of reversing > pliers or lock ring pliers. Stick 'em down in the hole in the top of the > drive, squeeze the handles, and rotate while pulling. Comes right out > > Mark Langford, Huntsville, AL > N56ML at hiwaay.net > see KR2S project N56ML at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
Réf. : KR> Pitot Static
Hello, Serge and other netters; I custom make hickory bows and arrows. But, I don't quite understand what you are talking about for the tip. "field points" are aerodynamic but lack the hole in the middle. I also have a stock of arrow shaft and treaded inserts for aluminum arrows. Those are hollow. Bill Clapp has a removable Pitot tube which he takes off so no one will accidentally break it off. I like his idea and I think you might be on to something with the arrow points. I would like to find out more of what you are thinking. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama Now that the family holidays are over I will get back to work. > > From: "Serge VIDAL" Now, as far as tips are concerned, my plan is to try and > find a pair of arrows tips from an archery shop. Durable, weatherproof, > aerodynamic... >
Réf. : KR> Pitot Static
OH, STATIC I guess I need to read more. sounds like a neat Idea, I will pull out the inserts and see what kind of threads the Field Points have on them. Early morning. Out of coffee. Steven > > From: Steven Phillabaum > Date: 2004/12/30 Thu PM 01:39:56 GMT > To: KRnet > Subject: Re: Réf. : KR> Pitot Static > > Hello, Serge and other netters; > > I custom make hickory bows and arrows. But, I don't quite understand what you > are talking about for the tip. "field points" are aerodynamic but lack the > hole in the middle. I also have a stock of arrow shaft and treaded inserts > for aluminum arrows. Those are hollow. Bill Clapp has a removable Pitot tube > which he takes off so no one will accidentally break it off. I like his idea > and I think you might be on to something with the arrow points. I would like > to find out more of what you are thinking. > > Steven Phillabaum > Auburn, Alabama > > Now that the family holidays are over I will get back to work. > > > > From: "Serge VIDAL" > Now, as far as tips are concerned, my plan is to try and > > find a pair of arrows tips from an archery shop. Durable, weatherproof, > > aerodynamic... > > > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> Re: FAA web site
Try landings.com and do a search I have the site but can't seem to get it into this email. > > From: "Joseph H. Horton" > Date: 2004/12/30 Thu PM 01:51:36 GMT > To: kr...@mylist.net > Subject: KR> Re: FAA web site > > Guys , > Sorry but I'm at work and don't have the web site for checking for N > number availability. Anyone have it handy? > Thank you and Happy New Year > > Joe Horton > joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> Spars
Bill Clapp told me a story of a gentleman whom flew to a gathering in his KR and after landing was shocked when another person asked if he commonly flew without wing attachment bolts in his rear spar. Have a good holiday Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama
KR> Rod end bearing torques
I know there was some talk of the subject but I can't find any thing under the heading listed in the subject. QUESTION; Is there a proper torque for the Rod end bearing set up as used in the "Dr. Dean's" method? Eye bolt and Rod end. What about the bolt/nut torque used as the axel? Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama Ready to install foam in H.S.
KR> gathering video
Does anyone have info on the video of the gathering? I would like to order one but don't have Bob's contact. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama
KR> Performance (fun friday)
Hello Gang, At the airport yesterday to fly the 172 spam can. The order wiser gentleman in the hanger next to my lease plane was restoring SOMETHING. I asked what it was. He looked at me and asked if I was building something. YES, I answered. A KR. With a dumb look he asked Why the heck? My reply was; 180 mph cruise, Low stall for a fast plane, less than the normal 7 gal per hr. and STABLE. (ask Bill Clapp) He said nothing, walked back in the hanger and shut himself in. Guess I will have to get him some coffee for some talk. I can't wait for the new "KR on steroids" to make a change in the attitudes. My wife thinks I'm already not around enough (in the garage) as it is. Just wait till the bird gets air bound. Fly in's I will be attending. Everyone please lets get barnstorming (to steal and old phrase) P.S. THE THIRD PART YOU MAKE REALLY DOES LOOK BETTER THAN THE FIRST ONE. Building my Horizontal Stabilizer. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama
KR> Lycoming 0-145 for KR-2?
Type in Flycorvair.com and you shall be saved. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, Alabama > > Hi, all; > Do you think it would be prudent to ask, on line, what Mr Wynne wants > for one of his completed Corvairs with the engine mount included? Or > someone could email me off net. > > Paul > > > ___ > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> Rob end bearing help
I have a dilemma. The rod end bearing assym. I am using for my elevator hinges are taking up a space of 1.5 inches without the washers. Dr. Dean's drawing shows washers adding about 1/8 inch. The space between the elevator spar and the rear spar of the horizontal stab. is 1.5 inches. How do I accomodate the extra needed space? I want to build the entire horizontal stab and elevator at one glass up with the hinges installed. Then cut out the elevator and finish the trailing and leading edges respectfully. I looked on the archive and found nothing about this problem. Sorry but I do remember some talk of this problem somewhere but can't find it. MAN I GOT TO GET THIS GOING. Steven Phillabaum Auburn Alabama
KR> Rod end bearing help
Sorry had to change the subject for correct listing in archive this is same question. > > From: Steven Phillabaum > Date: 2004/11/16 Tue AM 12:32:52 GMT > To: > Subject: KR> Rob end bearing help > > I have a dilemma. The rod end bearing assym. I am using for my elevator > hinges are taking up a space of 1.5 inches without the washers. Dr. Dean's > drawing shows washers adding about 1/8 inch. The space between the elevator > spar and the rear spar of the horizontal stab. is 1.5 inches. > How do I accomodate the extra needed space? I want to build the entire > horizontal stab and elevator at one glass up with the hinges installed. Then > cut out the elevator and finish the trailing and leading edges respectfully. > I looked on the archive and found nothing about this problem. Sorry but I do > remember some talk of this problem somewhere but can't find it. MAN I GOT TO > GET THIS GOING. > > Steven Phillabaum > Auburn Alabama > > > ___ > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> Horizontal Stab. Rib material grain orientation
Hello Net. Can I cut my Horizontal Stab ribs (new wing) out of my 3/32 M90 ply using the grain orientated to the vertical. I over cut my stock of ply and don't want to cut into one full 4' x 8' for the ribs. I have two pieces 8" tall and 48" long I cut for the spar skins but did not use them I am building the stab. before I build my boat to save on building space, so I don't have scraps to use. What yal think? Steven Phillabaum KR2S Spars complete Auburn, Alabama
KR> John Shaffer gear
Hey Dene, John's landing gear is highly complex and is a one of a kind. It is of his design. No he is not on the net. But is a really nice guy. He said it took two years to build the gear alone. I have not had my pictures of the gathering developed yet. But, when I do I will see if I have a good picture and try to get it to you. Steven Phillabaum Auburn Alabama
KR> Clapps trip home - ALMOST!
Bill Clapp here typing a message to all KRnet guys (since I dont have net access yet!) WE left out of Mount Vernon after an amazing Gathering on Sunday at about noon. The Gathering was a great time with a lot of fun people to be around with - lots of energy and excitment - and a good experience overall. It was fun to talk to all the guys and gals interested in my plane and see all the beautiful work on the others. Steve Glovers interior was outstanding! I have something to work on now for next year. We left out of MVN at about noon Sunday - stopped in Mount Pleasant an hour 30 minutes later to have some ribs at the steakhouse and then flew down to Auburn, Al because winds at home in Valdosta GA were over 20 and gusting 36. Fortunately Steve Phillibaum had left me his number and has provided room and board for me and my daughter. Many KUDOS to him. 41768 is now snuggling itself underneath a Citation at the airport. Hopefully the weather will improve for an uneventful trip home. I want to say thank you to all those who have helped and given advise to me the past couple years. To William Wynne at the Corvair Authority for his help and support for a great engine design that I trust. To Mark Langford for his work on the new improvements that make this KR a true joy to fly. To Larry Flesner for his work at the gathering. To Glenda Mcalwee for the use of here radio, and Larry Koutz for the use of the GPS. Thanks also to those who stopped by to look and talk. To those who are building, KEEP AT IT! I may have time available now to help others out. I may get back on the net now and talk to those who want my advise or just yell at me. I have facilities that I may have available to those wanting help with their KRs - paint booth and room to build. Currently Glenda McAlwee has her airboat and soon another KR in my shop for her and I to work on. So If you need hand on help and can come and visit or I can visit you and give you a hand (provided you ! pay for the COKE. :) I'm more than willing to help out. Again thanks to all involved for the great attitudes and for the fun at the Gathering - The next will be even better - if that is possible. I will be stuck at Steves house for another day so I can answer questions and threw in my two cents (1 dollar Canadian) for you. Bill Clapp
KR> Bill Clapp Home
Bill left this morning and called to say he made it ok. When he left he signed off on my spars. We talked KR for two days and I got some great ideas now. When he took off at AUO he performed a low pass (go around) at almost full speed. Made the mechanics come out of the hanger. COOL. Now when I talk KR they will knowThis KR on steroids is going to really get some attention now. The KR people are really a great bunch. Can't wait till next year. Steven Phillabaum Auburn AL Spars complete
KR> Bill Clapp's KR2S
Bill, AUsome: Instead of going to bed I'm going to work on the spars. Absolutely a beauty. Very well done. Steven Phillabaum Auburn AL
KR> Buying Spruce
Hello, John As far as where you purchase depends on where you live. Aircraft Spruce will send what you need in about 7 weeks but not out of the East Coast store. Wicks will send it in one week. I also recomend you purchase what you need for the time you are going to work. I have just purchase the material for the spars. and noticed a couple of items spec wrong. I plan on sending my corrected listto someone whom can post for the net. Steven Phillabaum Auburn AL > > From: "John Lindner" > Date: 2004/09/01 Wed PM 06:56:31 GMT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: KR> Buying Spruce > > Everyone, > > I'm looking into buying spruce and starting a project, but I can't decide > where I should get it. Should I get a kit somewhere or just buy the spruce? > > John Lindner > > > ___ > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> outer spar question
I am trying to lay out my rear outer spars. 5048 wings. The question I have is concerning the verticals. Are they beveled to each spar cap? or, Are they 90 degrees off of one cap and then beveled to the other? Can't wait to use my new belt-disc sander my wife got me. Temps are good in the garage today and wind is gusting to 30 mph. No rain yet. Steven Phillabaum Auburn AL
KR> outer spar question
Thanks Mark, Back to work. Steven Phillabaum Auburn AL > > From: "Mark Langford" > Date: 2004/09/06 Mon PM 06:42:15 GMT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: Re: KR> outer spar question > > Steven Phillabaum wrote: > > > I am trying to lay out my rear outer spars. 5048 wings. The question I > have is concerning the verticals. Are they beveled to each spar cap? or, Are > they 90 degrees off of one cap and then beveled to the other? < > > I'd think you'd want to bevel both ends equally so they'd be perpendicular > to the spar caps. You'll have to pin them in place with a block or nail or > something to keep them from sliding when you T-88 them in place, or they'll > move around. > > Mark Langford, Huntsville, Alabama > N56ML "at" hiwaay.net > see KR2S project at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford > > > > > > ___ > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> warped spar
Help. I tried to build my rear center spar something like Mark L. did by using an aluminum angle clamped to the work table. I attached the verticals to one of the spar caps and to the spar web. After that cured I attached the other spar cap. When I removed the spar from the jig and laid it on the table I noticed a twist about 1/16 to 1/8. Can this be corrected by offset pressure over a period of time? Can the other web skin help hold it straight? Or, Should I rebuild it and chalk it up to experience? Steven Phillabaum Auburn AL
KR> Midget Mustang
Brian my father is finishing a Mustang II is that anything like a Midget? If so he might be able to send you in the right direction. Steven Phillabaum > > From: "Brian Kraut" > Date: 2004/08/31 Tue AM 12:15:56 GMT > To: "KRnet" > Subject: KR> Midget Mustang > > I am looking at a Midget Mustang that is nearly done that I may buy while I > finish the 2S. Anyone have any time in one that can comment on how they > fly, particularly, as compared to a KR-2? The specs are fairly similar. > > Brian Kraut > Engineering Alternatives, Inc. > www.engalt.com > > > ___ > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> spar material
Hello netters, I became a Grandfather Saturday. Boy is he good looking. I have been hanging back until I updated my anti virus program. Its done. As far as KR. I used the material list as specified in the plans and Wicks list. Tried to purchase only the wood for the spars. Wrong. I now have to get the 7/8" material for the rear outer spar verticals. which I forgot. Also if you are building the new wings you WILL need more vertical material than listed. Steven Phillabaum Auburn, AL
KR> Spar taper jig
I have a spar taper jig I used to taper the 89.5 inch spars in the plan view. I can't seem to trash it. If someone wants it you can have it. (although you can make one in about one hour.) I might even bring it to the gathering and put it in the give-a-way pile. (Do we have one of those?) How many days? Steven Phillabaum Proud Grandpa in Auburn AL.
