KR> KR for sale.
Not my airplane. Don't know the guy. Have no interest other than help others interested find an airplane. Craigslist in Dallas has this ad: _http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/rvs/3492939198.html_ (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/rvs/3492939198.html) Looks expensive, but super nice.
KR> Unpainted iron on fabric
There was a guy looking for the USA distributor website for the iron on fabric that don't require paint. I couldn't find it to start with, but found it in the online "Experimenter" magazine article. Here is the web site: _http://www.betteraircraftfabric.com/_ (http://www.betteraircraftfabric.com/)
KR> RE: Weight Testing.
This really hasn't a lot to do with KR's, but wanted to mention a setup that was used in a Velocity. There was some study about "deep stall" condition where the canard airplanes stall, then go flat and come down vertically like a leaf falling from a tree. The airplane will not pitch over to recover in certain balance conditions. This was tested using a sliding weight to find how the aircraft reacted to different balance levels. The weight had a screw jack that allowed the pilot to move the weight to change and hold in different locations in the airplane. Yep, he found out what deep stall was all about and went clear to the ground. Actually water as I remember it. There was an article in SA or Kitplanes years ago on this. Seems the airplane received very little damage after falling vertically from several thousand feet! Bet he needed a change of britches after that!! Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO Streak Shadow maybe half done. In a message dated 2/13/2012 7:35:26 A.M. Central Standard Time, robert7...@aol.com writes: Dan, I used an Army duffle bag and filled it up with read mix cement bags, one at a time progressing up to the max weight. Duffle bag was secured with the passenger seat belt. I did not do any stalls with the max weight - didn't want any unneccessarity suprises. Worked fine. Thanks, Rob Schmitt N1852Z From: "Dan Heath" Subject: KR> Weight Testing To: "'KRnet'" Message-ID: <01cce987$0e046e90$2a0d4bb0$@net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" I believe that to satisfy your gross weight, you must test the plane to that gross weight along with a W&B of the plane at the time of the test. I still need to test my plane to the 1200 # gross weight that I have arbitrarily set for it. I tried to go to the EAA site for help, but they have so many log ins for so many different parts of the web site that I could not find anything. So my question to all you who are currently flying your KR and have established your Gross Weight, how did you test for that weight? I think it is a very scary thing to fill your cabin with heavy junk, so I know there must be a safe way, but I have never heard it discussed. ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://mylist.net/private/krnet/ 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> annunciators box
That switch is either on or off, not to detect levels. They are good switches though. Use them at work in a horrible corrosive environment and have only seen one bad one in 10+ years of use. Kevin. In a message dated 2/13/2012 7:04:40 A.M. Central Standard Time, jose.fuen...@gmail.com writes: The fuel level swtich I use is from http://fluidswitch.com/pages/fs11.htm Seems to do well Joe On Sat, Feb 11, 2012 at 7:49 PM, Jeff Scott wrote: > The plate type of capacitance transducers are known for reading pretty > inaccurately due to the sloshing in the tanks. The feedback I have heard is > that they work just fine on the ground, but as soon as the plane is moving > and bouncing around the fuel gauges become relatively useless. If someone > else has been flying with them and has a different experience, I'd sure > like to hear it. > > I did install capacitance gauges in my KR. I used the transducers from > Westach, which are a 1/4" aluminum tube with a wire suspended in the center > that is used to measure the capacitance. I found the tube type transducers > to be accurate and work quite well in rough air. I have had a history of > the Westach transducers losing the ground where the ground wire is riveted > onto the 1/4" tube with a cheap pop rivet, but addressed that issue by > wrapping and zipping them down tight with some .020 safety wire. I've been > flying with these gauges in my KR for 15 years now. It's worth noting that > the more modern Westach transducers come with the ground wire already > wrapped around the tube at the rivet. > > Craig, my fuel system is set up similar to yours with a 9 gallon header > and two 6 gallon aux tanks that get transferred to the header. Maybe it's > just me, but in 900 hours I have never failed to look at the fuel gauge and > transfer fuel from the wings to the header. In fact, it is rare for me to > ever allow the header to go below 1/2 tank until after the wing tanks are > dry. However, I have forgotten to shut off the tranfer pumps a few times, > so was pumping excess fuel to the header which was sending it overboard. > Don't try to over think it as all the warnings can become a distraction. > You may find yourself responding to warnings that may not necessarily be as > critical as just flying the plane first. The only annunciator I have in my > plane is the traffic proximity warning on my PCAS. That's one that gets my > attention, but after more than one near miss while in cruise flight, I want > it to get my attention. > > Jeff Scott > Los Alamos, NM > > - Original Message - > From: Craig Williams > Sent: 02/11/12 04:36 PM > To: KRnet > Subject: Re: KR> annunciators box > > Mark You may want to look at Jim Weirs (June 2000 kitplanes) design for a > capacitive fuel gauge. It's what I am going to use. No moving parts and no > need to ever go back in the tank. It also has an alarm for low fuel. That > will be useful for me because I do not plan on having and external fill > capability on the mains, all fuel goes through the aux and transfers to the > mains via a pump. http://www.rst-engr.com/kitplanes/ Although I will have > the low fuel alarm I decided to build the timer circuit to alert me every > hour to transfer fuel. The 0-200 will burn my mains down to half full each > hour. Then I flip on the pump switch and watch the gauge climb back to full > and shut her off. (<2 min) If fuel won't transfer then I have one hour to > fix it or land. Craig www.kr2seafury From: > Mark Langford To: KRnet Sent: Saturday, > February 11, 2012 2:44 PM Subject: Re: KR> annunciators box The reason I > have a fuel transfer LED (and it's just green and doesn't flash) is purely > for information that the pump really is getting power, and that it shuts > off automatically when it's supposed to, after about three minutes. I agree > that the automatic level switch makes a lot of sense, but I've got two dead > fuel level sensors in two different tanks in my plane, both of which lasted > a mater of weeks before they croaked, so I hope folks choose better than I > did in that regard (Compac Engineering). I'd be tempted to find an > automotive (either factory or aftermarket) level sensor that has the extra > connection for a "low fuel" light, and use that to trigger a warning light, > just like in your car. But I've found in my plane that I never, not once, > ran the main tank out of fuel, for the reasons Matt mentionedthe fuel > gauge in the header tank is something I glance at quite often, and when it > drops to the point that it could hold another couple of gallons, I shoot it > over there. The "fuel transfer" light is just to let me know if the pump is > receiving power or not (and hopefully working). That's not to say that I > didn't know what the gauge looked like when it was dead empty. Part of my > annual inspection is t
KR> Inline powered KR's
It's a Honda Fit engine. In a message dated 12/10/2011 7:38:37 A.M. Central Standard Time, fles...@frontier.com writes: At 06:18 AM 12/10/2011, you wrote: >I haven't seen one but if the Corvair did not work out my second >choice would be the Viking110. http://www.vikingaircraftengines.com/Home.html >Craig >www.kr2seafury.com >Corvair 2780 + I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable flying behind and engine that had to turn nearly 6000 rpm to make it's power. Give me my slow turning Continental. Is this engine a Honda base or Subaru base? Info indicates it is a Sube but it says Honda parts. Rather expensive too at $13,000 plus accessories. Larry Flesner ___ 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> KR crash
It appears it went in very hard. Maybe nearly straight in as small as the debris field is. There is a piece of nose cowl piece in the video that appears to be in primer rather than painted. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO Streak Shadow In a message dated 10/6/2011 10:12:27 P.M. Central Daylight Time, kr2coo...@comcast.net writes: News story http://www.wcyb.com/video/29410809/index.html Jack Cooper Chuckey TN ___ 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> EAA survey
Good luck with the reduction in fees. I have collector cars and the "fancy" car shows want me to PAY to show my car.Uh..NO! Yeah, I know. I am talking cars, you are talking airplanes. However, you get the idea. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 7/5/2011 5:37:13 P.M. Central Daylight Time, joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com writes: Hey,All you guys filled out the Eaa survey??? One point i tried to make was that I beleive that people that fly their planes to OSH or SNF should be gien a break on fees - after all they are the show.Joe Hortonhttp://www.zipsurvey.com/LaunchSurvey.aspx?ieid=5365746&key=20AD4EBC 57 Year Old Mom Looks 27! Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4e1391d68004e248ef3st04duc ___ 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> BMW bike engine on aircraft
There is a Kolb for sale on Barnstormers with a BMW bike engine on it. He has a Youtube video showing it fly. Seems to do ok. The engine is running uncowled. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO Streak Shadow (in progress)
KR> BMW engine
Better check the weight of that BMW engine. It is one HEAVY 2 cylinder engine. I wanted to use one in a Streak Shadow, but the weight isn't good. A VW engine is lighter, cheaper, but not as much power. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO. In a message dated 7/2/2011 5:22:48 P.M. Central Daylight Time, rdrace...@aol.com writes: Why would you need the gearbox? Couldn't you just attach the propeller directly to the flywheel, or to the front of the crankshaft somehow. I have ridden BMW twins for years, and they chug along quite comfortably at 3200-3400 rpm. It seems like that would be just about right for a KR1. and I would think the light weight would be an asset. If C.G. is a problem couldn't you just extend the front end a tad to give the engine more Arm and balance it out? Todd Thelin Spanaway, WA In a message dated 7/2/2011 7:42:43 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, kleirf...@ecomail.org writes: Another issue that came to mind about the BMW engine is that gearbox, it is just another thing to break, where an O-200 would just be a direct drive. ___ 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> Kr1 wood, castings kits and plexi bubble?
Did you sell the KR1 kit? I am still interested. I am just waiting on a price, or a notification that it went on ebay. I would probably still be interested in the Renault LeCar. Thanks Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 4/15/2011 5:33:56 A.M. Central Daylight Time, nei...@innevi.com writes: Hi, My name is Neil Hochstedler and I'm new to the KR list. My family is dealing with my father's estate and we've found what I believe are the plexiglass bubble, wood and castings kits for a KR1. Dad bought this kit back in the mid to late 70s when he was spraying urethane foam and I was dragracing VWs and taking flying lessons. He thought we had a good skills match for a father/son collaboration and we did, but for a number of reasons the project never quite got off the ground. (Sorry, I couldn't resist.) So the parts kicked around for a while and got lost among the rest of his collection. I believe the kits are still complete as he bought them. They've been moved at least twice from building to building, always under cover except for the photoshoot which can be viewed at http://s1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff385/neilho/. Except for the plexi bubble, they're in their original packaging. One of the wood packages is about 60" long, the other about 12'. Some of the 12' long pieces of wood have water stains over the last 4" or so on one end (see the photo), but all the wood is now dry, straight and in excellent condition. In the "castings kit" are some castings, some aluminum piano hinges, some aluminum bar stock (6061T6, I believe) and some aluminum extrusions of unknown alloy. There's probably a parts list, packing list and instructions somewhere too, but we haven't found them yet and don't know what all these parts are. So, we have a few questions, including: Are these parts indeed for a KR1? What are they? Are they still useful to anyone, and if so, whom? etc, etc. Any comments, information and opinions would be very welcome. I can also be reached by email at nei...@innevi.com and at 802.685.3129. Thanks for your time, Neil ___ 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> Pneumatic retracts on a KR2S
I didn't see any pneumatic retract mechanism. I did see a servo motor driving an ACME screw. The next video had a KR2 with a V6 of some kind in in. Looked like a belted air power reduction drive setup. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 2/18/2011 11:18:41 P.M. Central Standard Time, pk.sm...@bigpond.net.au writes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDLinTFgwbc&feature=autoplay&list=UL-GgBwI4te io&index=3&playnext=1 Paul Smith Brisbane, AUSTRALIA pk.sm...@bigpond.net.au http://kr2spacemodulator.blogspot.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> fuel tanks
Robert, I just went though your photobucket photos and I must say that is one OUTSTANDING KR!! My favorite part is the one piece wing. NICE NICE NICE Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO (Streak Shadow) In a message dated 2/13/2011 8:33:26 A.M. Central Standard Time, rkp...@comcast.net writes: Dan, What thickness was the material you use on your fuel tanks? I'm thinking about building my header tank. Robert Pesak Hermitage, Tn. http://photobucket.com/robertskrs ___ 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: KR/Tandem seating?
Pat, What is that F14 looking wooden airplane?!! What happened to it? Did it fly? Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 1/31/2011 6:58:28 A.M. Central Standard Time, patru...@myfairpoint.net writes: http://home.myfairpoint.net/~patrusso/PhotoAlbums/album_1294845815/ Ed Try this. As you can see, I did have plans for the Horizon but have since sold them and my son has plans for the Sonerai II. Think simple but be reasonable. Make a mock up of your seating area, placing the front passenger on the Main Spar...approximate location of the CG. Work from there. Sketch out a side view of the aircraft to ascertain leg and head room, then lengthen the fuselage to get the appeal. Aesthetics does play a part here. "A good looking aircraft will fly well" That's a quote from the designer of the Falco! If the photos do not come thru, let me know. I am always having problems with computers!! Pat - Original Message - From: Edward Spyker To: Patrick and Robin Russo Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2011 10:45 PM Subject: Re: KR/Tandem seating? Thank you for the reply. Weight and balance were my biggest concern and photos of your progress would be welcome. Did you buy plans for Sonerai and Horizon or find adequate reference material on the web? -- ___ 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> (no subject)
Did you buy the one up by Macon, MO? Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO Streak Shadow In a message dated 1/10/2011 8:00:27 P.M. Central Standard Time, russellspho...@yahoo.com writes: Russell Sing 1406 Chickadee Dr. Mexico, MO 65265 573.253.4501 I just purchased a kr2 kit and would like to get as much support as possible. I was told by the gentleman I bought the kit from that I should get on here to get ideas and support. Thank you, Russell ___ 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> Foam cutting large scale
Interesting web site with that hot wire material. You guys aren't thinking your going to use this wire for HOT wire cutting are you? I think this is to be used in some sort of machine that would move the wire like a saw blade, similar to a band saw. Trying to heat this wire to cut with shouldn't work because it is coated with diamond (or whatever) that would make the wire surface cooler. The surface temperature is what your trying to cut with on a hot wire. If your getting accurate cuts with 4' chunks of foam, that should be fine as you wouldn't have to glue many sections together to get the full wing span. Please correct me if I am wrong. It has happened before. ;-) Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO Streak Shadow. In a message dated 1/2/2011 5:19:53 P.M. Central Standard Time, djgaryl...@verizon.net writes: Pat try this for a start http://www.mtixtl.com/diamondwireof028mmdiax65ml215feetforwiresawcutting-dw0 28x60.aspx This is about a buck a foot, I have seen it at .25 a foot. Gary - Original Message - From: "Patrick and Robin Russo" To: "KRnet" Sent: Sunday, January 02, 2011 8:14 AM Subject: Re: KR> Foam cutting large scale > You've got me thinking here! Is that wire the same that Remington > developed > for hacksaws some decades back? What is the diameter and where did you > locate it? I have several aluminum hot wire frames, 2'Long to 8'Long and > the > thought of a battery operated bandsaw type frame 6-8 feet long might be > fun > to play with. This will of course add a year or two to the present plane > projects!!! > Pat Russo > - Original Message - > >> Now, why I am here today. I have built many model aircraft wings out of >> foam. >> Much beyond 4 feet hot wiring will start to sag and become useless. >> >> I just came across a wire that is rough with a diamond coating. A light >> came >> on. >> ___ 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> KR1
FAR better looking, cheaper, same performance, and built without pre molded composite parts like the sd planes are: _http://www.airliners.net/photo/0660613/_ (http://www.airliners.net/photo/0660613/) Either way, the KR1 is still better for us big Americans. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 11/8/2010 4:17:21 P.M. Central Standard Time, f...@renotruss.com writes: Those building a KR1 check this Czech site out: http://sdplanes.com/sd1buildersa.htm I like the B&S burning .9 gallons an hour at 85MPH! It appears to built like a KR but with a T-tail. Fred Johnson Reno, NV ___ 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> KR-1 Plans - Plus Stuff (LONG)
Over the years I have seen this kind of letter from many experimental aircraft companies before. Few are still with us. Good luck with your advancement of the KR. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 10/19/2010 10:12:28 P.M. Central Daylight Time, n92...@cox.net writes: 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 also was engine info from Revmaster as well as parts and kit availability that is
KR> KR-1 Plans
I have KR plans purchased directly from Jeanette. I gave her $60 I think it was, and she gave me the plans in person. As odd as this may sound, I didn't buy my KR drawings because I was wanting a KR. I buy plans mostly as a collector, used more for education. I am a member of the KR group because I enjoy the groups activity, the "get-r-done" attitude, and the ideas that come from the members as they build their aircraft. The KR has evolved into something other than what the plans offer. I don't think you want to build either a KR1 or 2 without a HUGE dose of internet research, going to the yearly fly-in, or visiting one on one with those who have been there. If you don't do at least 2 of the three you will be sorry down the line. What do I think of the plans? I think I could build a rocket ship of an airplane from them using the new airfoil. To power the airplane I would use the 120 HP Yamaha Vector snowmobile engine like is being used in the gyrocopters. I bet it would cruise well past redline. What am I building? Streak Shadow from an old kit. I want to fly from my property (short) and be able to cruise at least 100 mph. I have my eyes on the Yamaha for this airplane too. Same weight/size as the Geo metro, but twice the power. If a KR is what you want, then a KR you shall have. There is massive amount of information out there. I have never met a person who isn't willing to share their construction work. Go to it. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO. In a message dated 10/18/2010 12:45:40 A.M. Central Daylight Time, jdl...@yahoo.com writes: Men of KR Flight: I just received my KR-1 plans and am not overly pleased. 1) Shipping and Handling cost $25.00 for a package the USPS shipped for $6.00 2) No packing list. 3) Several prints labeled KR-2... 4) 6 pages missing from the instruction manual. At this point I don't know if I have everything I need to build the aircraft or not. I have a sinking feeling I wasted $139.00. I thought my Corby plans left something to be desired. After paging through the KR-1 plans I will never say a bad word about the Corby prints again! I ran across a post in the archive that advised purchasing the KR-2 plans to supplement the KR-1 plans. It sure seems a shame to have to spend an additional $204.95 plus $25.00 for shipping to get what you need to build the craft... Is any one else having this issue? Respectfully, HillBilly John Fenwick, West Virginia J.E. Caudle Fenwick, WV 363TB (On the Bench) ___ 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> KR KR2 parts for sale
What are you asking for the two engines? Does the norton run a gearbox? How old is the Jabiru? Was their some issues with the early model Jabiru engines? Thanks Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 5/24/2010 9:37:39 P.M. Central Daylight Time, la...@lebanair.com writes: I still have about as complete a kit as possible for one KR2S and another thru boat stage+ and other parts. I also have a Norton dual rotor rotary "new" (a real aircraft engine not conversion) and now a new 2200 Jabiru still in the crate. la...@lebanair.com -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of David Hartz Sent: Monday, May 24, 2010 11:01 AM To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> KR KR2 parts for sale WHAT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE STILL.I AM IN NOVATO CALIF. DAVE 415-505-7995 --- On Sun, 5/23/10, Daniel Root wrote: > From: Daniel Root > Subject: KR> KR KR2 parts for sale > To: kr...@mylist.net > Date: Sunday, May 23, 2010, 8:11 PM > LRJ wrote: Just read an email > of your list of > parts, and I am interested. Can you tell me what > state you live in (I am > in Florida) and what your best price is for everything on > your list except the > engine. > > These parts are in Stockton, California (KSCK) I've > posted pictures them at > > http://www5.snapfish.com/snapfish/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=1517074027/a=237794 7027_2377947027/otsc=SHR/otsi=SALBlink/COBRAND_NAME=snapfish/ > > If these parts must be shipped, the value to a prospective > buyer back east, is less than for someone > local. As such, I'm not really too keen on > setting prices. If you see something you like, make an > offer. I'm pretty flexible. BTW, my camera went > dead while I was shutterbugging. I have seven more > pics in my phone which I'll post to the link when I figure > out how to download them... > > > > > ___ > 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 ___ 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> DA sander
A better, but slightly more expensive DA is this: _http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=98895_ (http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=98895) They used to make one a bit more expensive than this one and that is the model I have. Seems like it was $60 for the one I have. Mechanically I think they are identical so that isn't really an issue. I think palm sanders are easier to hold on to for an extended period of time, they are easier to control, and I think they get into smaller places. One thing to remember on DA sanders. Don't bear down on them as it defeats the orbital part of the sander. You should be able to tell when it quits doing the orbital "jitter" and back off on the pressure. It doesn't take muscle to run one. They are also not for getting long flat areas straight. The footprint of the sander is too small for that. They do make a 10" version of these, but they are pricey. A couple hundred bucks isn't uncommon. I don't think one is needed for a KR unless you are a tool guy and just have to have it. Also, a DA sander is an air hog. I have a 5 HP dual stage quincy (about $1500) and not a problem, but I also have a 5 HP single stage, two cylinder compressor (about $350) and it won't keep up. You can go a while on the smaller compressor, but not continuous. They use air almost as fast as a small sand blaster! Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 12/7/2009 8:24:21 A.M. Central Standard Time, kr2coo...@comcast.net writes: http://search.harborfreight.com/cpisearch/web/search.do?keyword=da+sander
KR> Paint :Imron
DA is short for "dual action" sander. It is body shop lingo to describe the air powered sander that has been around a long time. I have never heard of using one with wet or dry paper, but I guess you could. I would think it would sling filthy water in your face, all over the shop, and inside your project. Watching out for the sharp edges is very good advice. Sanders eat through these areas very quickly. Sort of like when you cover a fabric wing and you avoid sanding on the ribs much to keep from eating through the fabric. Power sanding tools can do a lot of damage in a hurry if not watching what your doing. Be careful. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 12/6/2009 8:42:50 P.M. Central Standard Time, le62...@yahoo.com writes: A DA sander is an air sander. It is usually with a six inch pad for six inch wet or dry sandpaper. When you sand the clear coat you want to use it wet. This keeps the paper from clogging. I use the DA sander on flat surfaces only when sanding clearcoats. It is easy to sand through the clear coat on sharp edges so I do the sharp edges and turns by hand with a foam sanding block. A DA sander is a round sander which is adjustable to different speeds. It makes sanding and finishing a much easier job. --- On Sun, 12/6/09, j...@aol.com wrote: From: j...@aol.com Subject: Re: KR> Paint :Imron To: kr...@mylist.net List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: Sunday, December 6, 2009, 4:43 PM In a message dated 12/4/2009 5:23:45 P.M. Central Standard Time, le62...@yahoo.com writes: We do some antiques and street cars and we will put as high as four or five coats of clear and DA sand them with 1500 grit, 2000 grit and then 3000 grit and buff several times to get the desired finish. Ultra fine sanding takes out all the orange peel and any contamiants that settle in the clear top coat. What does "DA sand" mean, and do people use powered orbital sanders for finishing without worrying about glass separation from the foam or wood? Jay W. Hughes N128JH American by Birth - A Texan by the Grace of God In God we trust! ___ 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
KR> Jabaru 3300 in KR2S/Continental 0-200D
I would think the new Continental 0-200D would be a good engine for the KR. I haven't seen a price, but I am sure it is crazy expensive. The 3300 isn't cheap either. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO -Original Message- From: Jeff Scott To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Fri, Nov 20, 2009 10:03 am Subject: Re: KR> Jabaru 3300 in KR2S Ken Thomas of Jasper, AL has a Jabaru 3300 in his oversized KR-2S. Ken is a BIG uy, even by my standards, so built his KR wider and taller than most. His take ff performance the one time I saw his plane was impressive. You can catch a ouple of pictures of his plane in the 2004 Gathering photos on the KRNet.org eb page. I've never seen any published numbers on his plane and don't think he s a member of this forum. You've got his name and home town, so it should be asy fare to give him a call or US mail if you really want the info from someone lying the -2S behind one. BTW, do you have a name and city to put at the bottom of your email so the rest f us know who we are replying to? Jeff Scott os Alamos, NM rom: lureloc...@aol.com Does any one know what the performance figuires are for the KR2S with a abiru 3300 engine? Rate of climb, Cruise, etc ___ nline Psychology Degrees arn your psychology degree online. Earn your BS, MA, MBA, Ph.D now. ttp://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/c?cp=A22cSe6fbqWWAifYaesupwAAJ1A9mk8a0luj1TJO2sh3zRLgAAQFAIGVoz4AAAMlAAWSEwA= ___ earch the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp o UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net lease see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html
KR> BMW engines
All time aviation great (at least to me) Leo Loudenslager who was the national aerobatic champion 7 times died as a result of a motorcycle. I love bikes, but you had better give them a lot of respect. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 10/28/2009 6:13:27 P.M. Central Daylight Time, bearlk...@aol.com writes: My first CFI was a gifted pilot and a crotch rocket fiend. He was 23 years old when he missed a curve and hit a telephone pole. His ashes were scattered from an airplane. In a plane death is always present, but often a mile or more away. On a motorcycle, death is always about 3 feet away. In a plane, you are your own worst enemy. On a motorcycle, any mistake by a stranger can kill you. ( I was once boxed in by four cars at 80mph on a freeway- scary) My bike, a vintage BMW sits pickled and unused, while I romance my plane on a regular basis. No real comparison. Bob Polgreen Nowthen MN -Original Message- From: Larry Knox To: 'KRnet' Sent: Wed, Oct 28, 2009 5:41 pm Subject: RE: KR> BMW engines Halleluiah and A--AMEN Motorcycles are like mules they can hurt you when you are doing everything right and enjoy it. An airplane won't hurt you unless you make it. It's OK to like motorcycles but you have to love airplanes. I'm gaining on the KR2. Larry -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Jeff Scott Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:57 AM To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: Re: KR> BMW engines If your bike is more fun than your plane, you obviously aren't flying a KR! -Jeff Scott Los Alamos, NM -- Original Message -- Motorcycles are more fun than airplanes but if you busted your ass on a motorcycle you want to stay away from airplanes, an airplane accident would maybe kill you. Jim Top Online Master Degrees Connect to online Master degrees from leading universities. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/c?cp=ewxHSrm2NibUrQ4TTXA5ywAAJ1A9mk 8a0luj1TJO2sh3zRLgAAQFAPLSTT4AAANSAAAQRgA= ___ 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 ___ 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> Tires
NO. Kevin in MO In a message dated 10/26/2009 7:29:53 P.M. Central Daylight Time, randywpow...@verizon.net writes: Are these tires approved to be used on certified Spam cans ??? - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Monday, October 26, 2009 2:19 AM Subject: KR> Tires That link to Desser worked last night when I tested it. It appears they are in the middle of re-doing or updating their website. Anyway, the link was to this tire: 410/350-5 4 PLY CHENG SHIN TIRE Unit Price 17.95 There is no part number that I can find, but if you search for Cheng Shin under the category "All Products", it will come up. Like I said, they are scary cheap, but they've been just fine for wear and stress. I'm going to order some more soon. MIKE - KSEE Best Weight Loss Program - Click Here! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/BLSrjpTFoYe7KTatnW0Uxi4lO8hWgi8b 7aLGLmzKWV60fZQq2TCzvgMHl0M/ ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.423 / Virus Database: 270.14.33/2461 - Release Date: 10/26/09 20:22:00 ___ 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> British homebuilt "The Chilton"?
I have drawings for the Chilton, but have never seen one "live". Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 10/23/2009 4:01:04 P.M. Central Daylight Time, fles...@verizon.net writes: At 03:33 PM 10/23/2009, you wrote: >Has anyone ever seen the British homebuilt "The Chilton"? > >Fred Johnson >Reno, NV Check out http://www.chilton-aircraft.co.uk/nuacinfo.html Larry Flesner ___ 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> KR-2 for sale Reno Craig's list
Balsa wood?! Is he being silly or don't know much about airplanes. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 10/10/2009 6:19:32 P.M. Central Daylight Time, bobbycrea...@yahoo.com writes: http://reno.craigslist.org/for/1377952477.html
KR> Peel ply
Be sure to take it off before putting on your next layer. It is used to absorb extra resin and make a surface ready to ad layers to. Be absolutely sure it is removed or you will have an unsafe part. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 8/10/2009 9:11:44 P.M. Central Daylight Time, bdazzca...@aol.com writes: I was wondering. Do you take off the peel ply after it dries or do you leave it on? David ___ 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 **A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1222846709x1201493018/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=115&bcd =JulystepsfooterNO115)
KR> KR-1 Plans Available ? Copyright ?
Very impressive posting! Lost designs that bothered me was the Charles Fauvel designs. The AV361 is the only design that survived the loss of Charles. Story goes that the widow of Charles Fauvel actually burned all of his drawings when he died. Free aircraft drawings can be downloaded here: _http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/cfair/?yguid=62311250_ (http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/cfair/?yguid=62311250) There are some surprises in this list of free drawings. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 5/26/2009 7:33:30 P.M. Central Daylight Time, 2sc...@bellsouth.net writes: While illegality may be defined by the strict letter, damages are not. Damages by copyright infringement are determined mostly by loss or decrease in revenues. When a copyright holder no longer is selling or servicing, you might be infringing on copyright but not imflicting harm as defined by the copyright statutes. **A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1222377034x1201454326/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&bcd= MaystepsfooterNO62)
KR> KR-1 Plans Available
GOOD DEAL! KR information should be public domain anyway. The original KR is outdated to the point they are more of a GUIDE than PLANS. I believe this "loyalty" is misguided and silly. There is a Yahoo group that has a bunch of free downloadable plans from years past and this might be a good place for the KR plans. This site can be found here: _http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/cfair/?yguid=62311250_ (http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/cfair/?yguid=62311250) Bottom line: I don't think if the plans are given away free that more KRs will be built. The plans cost is so tiny compared to the overall cost of the project Also, I already have KR1 plans bought from Jeanette nearly 10 years ago. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 5/22/2009 1:29:38 A.M. Central Daylight Time, wallyban...@gmail.com writes: Hey Guys, I have put a digital set of KR-1 plans up on the internet. They are available via bit torrent and the torrents can be downloaded from www.isohunt.com, www.thepiratebay.org and www.demonoid.com. Demonoid requires an account which you have to get through invitation but isohunt and thepiratebay are free. I'm also thinking that I'll post it on a file sharing website like mediafire so those without bittorrent can get it. The download is 208mb and includes all of the manuals and prints required for the KR-1. There are actually 2 different sets of plans that I scanned. The scan quality on some of the plans is lacking so there is a B&W and Colour set. I'm planning on digitally retouching all of the older prints both for clarity and also so they can be compressed more, for ease of downloading. I'm putting the plans on the net because I'm irritated at how long it took the get the plans from Rand Robinson, there was no chance of telephone correspondance and I was irritated by the serious lack of quality in the plans. There appreared to be missing pages in the construction manual and the drawings were very helter skelter. The construction manual even references drawings that apparently don't exist. If anyone has a set of KR-2 or KR-2S plans they would be willing to loan me I would love to get a set of those up on the internet. Please bear in mind that I'm trying to do this as a favour to the community. It costs me about $50 to get the large plans scanned and then there is considerible work on my part to scan and assemble all of the other material. Hope you enjoy em! Cheers, Mike Here are some direct links to the torrents. http://isohunt.com/torrent_details/96286689/Rand+Robinson?tab=summary http://thepiratebay.org/torrent/4907244/Home.Built.Ultralight.Airplane.Rand. Robinson.KR-1.Plans.V1.0.rar http://www.demonoid.com/files/details/1929765/19806490/ ___ 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 **Kick start your favorite grad?s career with mobile email for under $50. (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100122638x1221971194x1201441917/aol?redir==http://www.getpeek.com/aol)
KR> 12vdc Actuator Force
Did your actuator quit? How many hours on it? If it did quit, then the actuator isn't sized right for the application or maybe some other problem occured? I would just go to an industrial supplier and get what you need. Take what you have with you and they should be able to at least match what you have, but you probably need something better. In the industrial environment, low time operation with failures will cause us to redesign or upgrade to something better.even if OEM on the equipment being used. We simply cannot afford the downtime that substandard/undersized components cause. Try Grainger, SMC electric supply, MSC industrial supply, or McMaster Carr. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO In a message dated 3/29/2009 8:02:34 A.M. Central Daylight Time, flyk...@charter.net writes: I need to replace the 12vdc actuator on my belly board. I could buy another from Van's Aircraft but I prefer not to spend the $320 they want for it. I found another source where I can buy them at 1/3rd the cost of Van's. What I need to know is the pounds force it takes to deploy my belly board. Here are the parameters: Board measures 9" x 30"x 1/8" 6061T6 Deployment speed max 110 MPH. I know there has to be a formula out there to figure this and I hope someone smarter than me can tell me the pounds of force I need to accomplish a smooth and full deployment to 80 degrees from fuselage bottom. Oh yea, The stroke is 7 inches. Mark Jones (N886MJ) Stevens Point, WI E-mail: flyk...@charter.net Web: www.flykr2s.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 **Feeling the pinch at the grocery store? Make meals for Under $10. (http://food.aol.com/frugal-feasts?ncid=emlcntusfood0002)
KR> KR Frustrated Frence Builders
These postings come repeatedly, but yet there are those who continue to idolize the Rand operation. Weird. Yes, I have bought plans from Jeanette Rand so I know what it is about. Maybe someday, someone, somewhere will either buy out the Rand operation and do something with it or completely redraw the plans (badly needed) so that one can build an airplane without the drawings currently available. Call the airplane something else like maybe a ML2. Who would want to build a KR2 when they could build a ML2.if you know what I mean. Let the sharp knifes fly! Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO (ARUP 1,2,3) In a message dated 3/8/2009 10:37:46 A.M. Central Daylight Time, flyk...@charter.net writes: FlashmailHas anyone talked to Jeannette lately. This gentleman has tried every method possible to contact her for months and Jeannette simply is not responding to his request. I too tried to contact her and had no luck. Please read his e-mail below and if anyone knows a sure fire way to get in touch whit Jeannette please let us all know. Thanks Mark Jones (N886MJ) Stevens Point, WI E-mail: flyk...@charter.net Web: www.flykr2s.com - Original Message - From: bjpglo...@club-internet.fr To: flyk...@charter.net Sent: Saturday, March 07, 2009 6:59 AM Subject: hello Mark Jones Hello Mark Jones, I hope you well , I sent a fax to Rand Robinson the 13February, I would like to buy dual control stick assembly, and aileron pushrod and rod ends, I asked to confirm me that several choices are available, and price and packaging fees are correct, but I have no answer, I dont understand why Jeannette never answer, may be she will not work with Frenchmen?several builders are the same problem, is Rand Robinson always activity?I hope you can help me and my friends Kr2 is a fantastic little aircraft and we woud continue to built and fly whith that bird Thank you see you latter. ___ 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 **Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest jobs in a recession. (http://jobs.aol.com/gallery/growing-job-industries?ncid=emlcntuscare0002)
KR> STOL aircraft.
The high wing is up out of the brush Natural stability of the design. Kevin in MO, USA In a message dated 11/18/2008 5:59:48 P.M. Central Standard Time, kr.2s.dar...@gmail.com writes: At the risk of asking a stupid or obvious question, why do STOL aircraft all have high wings? Cheers. -- Darren Crompton AUSTRALIA My web site: www.kr-2s.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 **Get the Moviefone Toolbar. Showtimes, theaters, movie news & more!(http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/10075x1212774565x1200812037/aol?redir=htt p://toolbar.aol.com/moviefone/download.html?ncid=emlcntusdown0001)
KR> This is hard to believe
What is the "N" number of the plane??? .Uh huh. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO -Original Message- From: rahu...@peoplepc.com To: KRnet Sent: Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:43 pm Subject: Re: KR> This is hard to believe George Bearden wrote : >Oh, no! Its real. I was there and saw it happen, just like that. I didn't wanna say anything to youse guys cuz you wouldn't believe me.< We would like to but, Where and When did this happen? The root of the wing at the fuselage sure looks like model construction than a full size man carrying aircraft to me. Rick Human N202RH Houston, Texas ___ 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> push pull cables
These cables are available from Wicks and Aircraft Spruce. I am going to use them on an original design just because it would make cable routing easier and the wings fold something like the Kitfox. This made setup and adjustment very easy. I don't think I would use it on a KR. The KR system looks to be simple and if done correctly it would be very smooth and not bind at all. I have only flown one flying machine with push pull cables (Pioneer Flightstar) and it was stiff in the controls. Kevin -Original Message- From: brokerpi...@bellsouth.net To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Mon, 5 Mar 2007 8:23 AM Subject: KR> push pull cables Pete They must be using something similar to the transmission shifter cables that push pull. Knowing that a 3 foot cable is like $24.95 or more, I would think this kind of setup would be pricey, and you would come out far cheaper just using the 2 cable runs that you can make at home with wire and crimper. The must use it due to space issues, etc... If it were alot more economical, I know Cessna and Piper would use it and they are not except maybe on the throttle, mixture, or prop controls. I would think that even a pushtube system would be should be cheaper... Colin Rainey brokerpi...@bellsouth.net ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net Post photos, introductions, and For Sale items to http://www.kr2forum.com/phpBB2/index.php please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
KR> Rand Robinson??? Just my view.
This is my view. I am not building a KR, but do have the plans. First, I would not bring Mercedes into this. There was an article this week that Mercedes has the worst reliability of any car available in America. It used to be Jaguar, but I guess they are spreading the "love". Now the KR's Next, I think the problem with the KR is the design needs updated. The construction drawings you buy today isn't what I would build. I guess you can build a plans stock airplane, but there has been so much done to improve the design that I wouldn't. Last, I offer a resolution. In an ideal world the plans should be sold or turned over to those who keep the design alive. Those who show up at the national meet with a flying airplane are the people I speak of. If it wasn't for these people the design would have ended up like so many other designs, just a memory. The plans could be purchased from a group of KR enthusiasts with updates being done on a regular basis. If Jeanette wants to stay in it for the $$, give her some of the proceeds from the sales. I think everyone involved would benefit. Those who are wanting plans could get them right away, Jeanette would get her money, and the design would improve through updates from knowledgeable people. Thank you to those have put so much of themselves into the KR design. Kevin in Missouri ARUP ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com.
KR> Rand Robinson??? Just my view.
As I mentioned some planes just became a memory. To use an example of this. I use the Charles Fauvel designs. Charles may not even be known by anyone in this group, but I believe he should be known by everyone. He was a French man that designed many different flying wings. Some sailplanes, some powered planes. The most popular is a sailplane that a few were built by homebuilders. I have searched high and low for ANY construction drawings for a Fauvel design...ANY of his designs. Surely one mans lifetime of work has to leave a paper trail somewhere. I found the paper trail ended when he died and his SENTIMENTAL spouse burned EVERYTHING having to do with his lifetime of work. won't happen with the KR design as there are a huge # of drawings out there, but just goes to show you how much true $$ value sentimental has. Kevin in MO -Original Message- From: joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Thu, 8 Mar 2007 8:27 AM Subject: Re: KR> Rand Robinson??? Just my view. OK Guys, Your flattering yourselves to think no one has thought of that or tried it before and it apparently is not in the cards for now and may never be. You certainly are not taking into consideration any sentimental value that this airplane design has to Mrs. Robinson. A little less typing and a little more discretion may be in order here. Joe Horton, Coopersburg, PA. joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com > Last, I offer a resolution. In an ideal world the plans should be > sold or > turned over to those who keep the design alive. Those who show up > at the > national meet with a flying airplane are the people I speak of. If > it wasn't for > these people the design would have ended up like so many other > designs, just > a memory. The plans could be purchased from a group of KR > enthusiasts with > updates being done on a regular basis. If Jeanette wants to stay > in it for > the $$, give her some of the proceeds from the sales. I think > everyone > involved would benefit. Those who are wanting plans could get them > right away, > Jeanette would get her money, and the design would improve through > updates from > knowledgeable people. > > Thank you to those have put so much of themselves into the KR > design. > > Kevin in Missouri ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net Post photos, introductions, and For Sale items to http://www.kr2forum.com/phpBB2/index.php please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
KR> now Tomahawk- of subject
I did most of my instruction in a Tomahawk, then bought a Grumman Tr2. The Tr2 was much more sensitive in pitch, but I quickly learned to love it. Only complaint I had with the Tomahawk was the nose gear wanted to shimmy at times. Those that have flown it, have you ever done a HARD full stall and look back at the tail? Yowwza! Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO -Original Message- From: jscott.pi...@juno.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 21 Feb 2007 9:56 AM Subject: Re: KR> now Tomahawk- of subject I own a Tomahawk and fly it at least as much as the KR. I haven't figured out how to make a bad landing in it. The oversized tail is so effective through the landing and the gear is so soft, you have to be really ham fisted to screw it up. The Tomahawk is a bit more pitch sensitive than most trainers, so the beginning student struggles a bit more learning the plane. It was built that way to make the tail large enough to be fully effective on take off without it being in the prop wash. The "T" tail design was as dumb idea that was done for marketing purposes as it was built during the hay day of the 727 and DC-9, both "T" tail jets. The "spring" trim was also a bad idea. While it is functional, it is nowhere near as effective as a trim tab. I often times introduce new pilots to the Tomahawk. They are literally terrified by the stories from others that once flew them as primary students. I take them through a stall series and maybe a spin entry and recovery. They come back wondering why all the horror stories. The Tomahawk spins just fine. However, recovery from a fully developed spin requires doing the right thing, then being patient. It won't fly itself out like the Cessnas. If you want to do spin training in one, I recommend doing it with a CFI experienced in spin training. Piper designed it to be a hands on flyer after interviewing CFIs and finding that they wanted an airplane that students have to fly and handle right to make it perform. They designed what the CFIs asked for, then got beat up because the CFIs and students didn't like it. Now that you have some KR time behind you, go get in a Tomahawk again. You'll wonder how you could have ever struggled with such a pussycat. It amazes me that a bunch of pilots that are building and flying one of the least stable and most pitch sensitive airplanes in the homebuilt market will line up to bad mouth a trainer for having the same trait, only to a much lesser extent. It wasn't the airplane that was causing you to struggle as a student. It was the student skills. The airplane was making you into a better pilot by making you struggle, but also being forgiving in the process. The amplified student horror stories have made the Tomahawk one of the best buys in the GA market by keeping the prices depressed. After several hundred hours in my Tomahawk, the only real gripe I have is the lack of yaw stability in turbulance. It excels at the Bonanza waltz in rough air. Interestingly enough, the "T" tailed Skipper that everyone thinks is a Beech Tomahawk doesn't have the same issues. Oh yes, and I do have a Tomahawk and Skipper both available for sale. The Tomahawk is mine, and the Skipper belongs to a friend. I have done most of the work on both of them over the last several years, including top overhauls. Now, let's move the discussion back to KRs. Or we could search for someone elses baby to call ugly. :o) Jeff Scott N1213W N2398N -- "Joseph H. Horton" wrote: I have about 20 hours in a Tomahawk and I only stuck with it just because I will not be defeated. I hated climbs in it because it would hunt for direction and landings were not the most fun either but I did get it down pat and then stopped flying it. Joe Horton, Coopersburg, PA. joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com On Tue, 20 Feb 2007 20:30:30 -0600 "Mark Wegmet" writes: > Rumor has it that it was called a "Trauma-hawk" because it was "spin > friendly". :-) > > > -Original Message- > From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On > Behalf > Of Dave Arbogast, CISSP > Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 11:46 AM > To: KRnet > Subject: Re: KR> Thrust Line issues > > Funny, my instructor called them the "Trauma - hawk" because of the > T > tail being less responsive to prop wash when you need it the most - > > stall recovery. > > Raising the trust-line I would think increases the loads on the > upper > half of the firewall. Maybe not enough to worry about, but I sure > like > the idea of more ground clearance for the prop. > > -dave > ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net Post photos, introductions, and For Sale items to http://www.kr2forum.com/phpBB2/index.php please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html ___ Search the KRnet Archives
KR> carbon fibre tail spring
I hope someone hasn't suggested this as I haven't been reading all posts. If you want the tail spring to be composite, why not make it out of round fiberglass rod? Those are easily found in aircraft supply catalogs or through industrial suppliers. It could be set up somewhat like a Quickie but would have to build a mount on the fuselage to hold the rod. Might not save any weight in the end. Just an idea. Kevin.
KR> carbon fibre tail spring
Chevrolet Astro vans (some not all) had rear leaf springs that were fiberglass. I bought a set out of the salvage yard and plan to use them on a project for the main gear. They will require some cutdown to work but it is easier to cut off then add on. Kevin. -Original Message- From: rsb...@hotmail.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Mon, 12 Feb 2007 6:44 AM Subject: Re: KR> carbon fibre tail spring A while back we were talking about this on the VP list I think and someone was talking about a some small cheap car equipped with composite rear leaf springs. From the way he talked they would be cheap and easy to come by and had more than strong enough. I think he cut them at the arch and bolted them on. I think I can dig it out if anyone's is interested. Might be worth looking into. Steve Bray Jackson, Tennessee >I don't know much about carbon fiber, but I have >routinely installed composite (fiberglass) rear mono >springs on early model Corvette's without problems. > > Chris, > > > > I never heard of anyone doing that. My thought is > > that it would be brittle. > _ FREE online classifieds from Windows Live Expo ? buy and sell with people you know http://clk.atdmt.com/MSN/go/msnnkwex001001msn/direct/01/?href=http://expo.live.com?s_cid=Hotmail_tagline_12/06 ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> Lancair 320 fire
That is very sad. Years ago when the Lancair first came out they advertised that the Lancair airframe would not sustain flame and was a better choice from a Glasair. Looks like it burned pretty well to me. Kevin. -Original Message- From: fly...@spiretech.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Tue, 30 Jan 2007 9:32 AM Subject: KR> Lancair 320 fire Hello All Check this out http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=14flpf72.jxetqae&x=0&h=1&y=g2ykx4 -Joe ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> KR2s for sale
Alan, Did you ever sell your KR2? Kevin in Missouri -Original Message- From: williamm...@adelphia.net To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sat, 6 Jan 2007 8:45 PM Subject: KR> KR2s for sale All: I have a KR2S project for sale. My son and I are both starting to take flight lessons and we have decided to sell our project and buy a trainer instead of renting. My project can be seen at http://users.adelphia.net/~williammoat I can be contacted evening at 678 450 0788 or by email williamm...@adelphia.net. I also have a factory Canopy frame for sale separately. I prefer not to part the project out. All reasonable offers will be considered. Thank you, Alan Moat ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> Hydraulic brakes
Another one needing removed from list Mark? Kevin ARUP
KR> RE: Nikasil...
I think the advantage of Nikasil cylinders is they are cheap. Not for Corvairs/VWs it seems, but in model airplane engines it is the cheapest engine you can buy. They are often considered throw away engines. Nikasil cylinders can't be bored so they are a lot like Chromed aluminum cylinders. Kevin. -Original Message- From: mlwin...@hotmail.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Thu, 21 Dec 2006 1:34 PM Subject: KR> RE: Nikasil... Don't know about the finer points questioned here (like better overall designs, etc...) but I believe BMW cycles went to Nikasil in the 80's (or early 90's) for several reasons. One was weight, but the primary was heat transfer. It seems a lot is lost in the transfer from the linings to the heads, and this process eliminated this issue. I am sure there are many technical papers, patents, etc., for those who wish to dive deeper. Just not sure I need to go that far, but clearly it is the right technology, and while it may be new here, it is proven stuff!Also, I think rough EXTERIORS on castings increase surface area and help with heat dissipation, so smooth may not be good there. On the inside oil flow must be optimized, thus highly polished interiors are usually desired. Marc Lee Winnig mlwin...@hotmail.com (815) 301-5011 Cell and Vonage (801) 749-9460 FAX> I have always wondered about the roughness of the castings of the VW jugs and thought the billet stuff would be better but this information far exceeds what I would have expected. It looks like these jugs answer all of the needs, more power, better heat disapation longer TBO and so on. _ Get the Live.com Holiday Page for recipes, gift-giving ideas, and more. www.live.com/?addtemplate=holiday ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> RE: Nikasil...
I have read everything I can find on the net with Nikasil. In the model airplane world anything with a coating on the cylinder is considered cheap. I think mostly because on model airplane engines they do the block and cylinder in one piece then coat the cylinder to get the hardness needed. It is a very cheap way of building an engine (low parts count), but is very lightweight. I still think of the Nikasil cylinder as a throw away part. It isn't shop rebuildable if damaged and new cylinders will have to be bought. I guess that makes it not so cheap. One web site did claim the Nikasil cylinder is 2-3 times stronger than chrome plated cylinders. Bottom line is any cast iron cylinder engine converted to these aluminum cylinders will be lighter weight. I may buy a set of Nikasil cylinders myself. Kevin. -Original Message- From: n5...@hiwaay.net To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Thu, 21 Dec 2006 3:40 PM Subject: Re: KR> RE: Nikasil... Kevin wrote: > I think the advantage of Nikasil cylinders is they are cheap. Not for Corvairs/VWs it seems, but in model airplane engines it is the cheapest engine you can buy. They are often considered throw away engines. Nikasil cylinders can't be bored so they are a lot like Chromed aluminum cylinders. Nikasil isn't a material, it's a coating that's often applied to aluminum cylinders to improve wear resistance. Porsche Nikasiled just about every one of its cylinders at one time, and I don't think they did it because it's cheap! They did it so they could use lightweight aluminum cylinders that still have good longevity in the place of cast iron cylinders. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikasil for details. The article mentions that it fell from favor due to problems associated with high sulfur fuels, but 100LL probably doesn't have that problem. It's also somewhat tricky to apply. I'm working on a UAV engine project in which the folks that are building the engine insist that there's only one place in the world that knows how to Nikosil plate correctly. Applied incorrectly it has been known to flake off and cause real problems... Mark Langford, Huntsville, Alabama see KR2S project N56ML at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford email to N56ML "at" hiwaay.net -- ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in midair. (Igni...
The spring on my Grumman is a large lightly loaded coil spring that goes around the throttle shaft just behind the throttle arm. If wanted I could take a photo of it. I was sure glad the spring was there when the nut fell off of the throttle connector. Those little two seat Grumman's have a fairly hot glide limiting my landing options. Kevin
KR> What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in midair. (Ignition)
I had it happen on my Grumman Tr2 within an hour of coming out of an inspection/carb rebuild. Grummans have a push-pull but also have a spring to lever the butterfly to the wide open position. I am glad it had the spring. My boss here at work had a C150 land in his back pasture 2 weeks ago because the throttle came loose and it WASN'T spring loaded to wide open. Seems odd to me that there would be such a setup on certified aircraft. That is the one thing I don't like about 2 stroke carburetors such as the Mikuni. They are internally loaded to fail shut. Yes, I have flown them many times, but always with the thought of "what if". ___ About a month ago there was talk about a better ignition system. Should we use more than one coil, or should we use a coil pack, or maybe we should use a crank trigger a certain way. The problem I see is that all the systems talked about have one problem. They require a voltage source. I have an idea that does not require a voltage source, but is "out there" so most will think I have "lost it". LAWN MOWER IGNITION. Simple, cheap, reliable, easy to set up, easy to have dual ignition, and NO VOLTAGE NEEDED. I have prepared myself for the dart throwing, so throw away. Kevin Golden "little Bird" ARUP replicas Harrisonville, MO -Original Message- From: kwiltrout1...@verizon.net To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Tue, 21 Nov 2006 4:18 PM Subject: RE: KR> What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in midair. I experienced the same thing several years ago 2 times I had a carb ice issue that bent the revflow spring. Had to kill the eng on final, better yet had to taxi at full power. Ken Wiltrout Kutztown, Pa -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Barry Kruyssen Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2006 3:07 PM To: 'KRnet' Subject: RE: KR> What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in midair. Good one Willie, a cool head and no problems, that's good to hear. My throttle is a simular setup, a spring pulls it to wide open and the cable is used to close it. Regards Barry Kruyssen Cairns, Australia k...@bigpond.com http://www.users.bigpond.com/kr2/kr2.htm -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Willie van der Walt Sent: Tuesday, 21 November 2006 7:30 PM To: KRnet Subject: KR> What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in mid air. What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in mid air. Last week Thursday I was flying "Shrek" around Phalaborwa just for fun at 1000 vt AGL. When I returned to the airfield, I noticed my speed was sitting at 160mph and closed the throttle to slow down. Nothing happened. The engine was still running at full power I joined on downwind and started preparing myself for an emergency landing. I called on the radio for ground assistance in case things got out of hand. The throttle design is such that a spring opens the throttle and the lever in the cockpit is to pull the throttle closed. In a way it is better than the push rod idea but anyhow. I planed to turn the magnetos off on a glide slope that I knew would take me to the runway without power. As it is, the KR picks up speed even with power off if the glide is not flat enough. The fire department was getting ready as I went around a couple of times at flat speed. During my last go around I pulled the cable housing out of the lever box (with my one hand) and managed to remove the metal cap over the cable housing end. This exposed 4mm of the cable tip. I clamped the 1.7mm cable between my thumb and forefinger and pulled the inner out. The power came down and I could use the accelerator like that. Now on finals I realized that at some stage I will need my left hand to apply brakes and cut the engine. So on short finals I let go of the cable, the revs shot up but before much happened I cut the engine at the magnetos. A perfect dead stick landing followed and pushed the plane back to the hanger. There are few things to learn from this. 1.. Don't panic and make hasty decisions. Take your time and plan your crash ( it may not be one) 2.. Practice engine off approaches so you get to know your aircraft and glide ratios 3.. Carry enough fuel so you can use it if you need to stay in the air longer than planed. 4.. Wear brown pants. ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.11/543 - Release Date: 11/20/2006 ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddy
KR> (Ignition)
Jeff, But not "old school" magneto. No points in this system. The only thing the same would be the magnets flying past the coil. Mark L. Yep, that is the system I was talking about except I was going to use the 2 cylinder Briggs coil so I can have dual output ignition per cylinder using the one coil. I will have to study what you have. I saw your plane at Sun n Fun, but I am sort of the quiet, keep-to-myself type and didn't introduce myself. I drove from Missouri to see 3 things. Your airplane, the Wagabond with the corvair on it that was built in WW's shop, and how the ultralight area was doing. Your KR and the Wagabond was not a disappointment, but the ultralight area was almost a ghost town. I left early. Kevin. -Original Message- From: jscott.pi...@juno.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 22 Nov 2006 9:35 AM Subject: Re: KR> (Ignition) That's standard equipment on most aircraft engines and adaptable to most others. It also garners the ire of those that think it's too antiquated to fly on their planes. But you did certainly give me a laugh this morning. The old lawnmower ignition is called "magneto" ignition. Jeff Scott -- tinya...@aol.com wrote: About a month ago there was talk about a better ignition system. Should we use more than one coil, or should we use a coil pack, or maybe we should use a crank trigger a certain way. The problem I see is that all the systems talked about have one problem. They require a voltage source. I have an idea that does not require a voltage source, but is "out there" so most will think I have "lost it". LAWN MOWER IGNITION. Simple, cheap, reliable, easy to set up, easy to have dual ignition, and NO VOLTAGE NEEDED. I have prepared myself for the dart throwing, so throw away. Kevin Golden "little Bird" ARUP replicas Harrisonville, MO ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> "lawnmower" ignition
Oh stop. Looks nothing like a Vertex, Slick, Case, Fairbanks Morse, etc. Lighter, smaller, and no points. You can have TOTAL falure of one coil/output and only loose one cylinder. Have total falure of an aircraft mag and what do you have? Kevin -Original Message- From: brian.kr...@engalt.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 22 Nov 2006 6:07 PM Subject: RE: KR> "lawnmower" ignition Hmmm, we have invented the magneto. Brian Kraut Engineering Alternatives, Inc. www.engalt.com -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of Mark Langford Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2006 11:10 AM To: KRnet Subject: KR> "lawnmower" ignition Kevin Golden wrote: > I have an idea that does not > require a voltage source, but is "out there" so most will think I have > "lost it". LAWN MOWER IGNITION. Simple, cheap, reliable, easy to set > up, easy to have dual ignition, and NO VOLTAGE NEEDED. Isn't your "lawnmower ignition" pretty much what Monnett is using on his AeroVee? See the photo at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/osh2000/000727152.jpg that I took at Oshkosh in 2000. It does have a lot of appeal, but I'll bet the spark isn't exactly brilliant. I think the system I came up with covers the bases pretty well, and has enough reduncancy built in to handle just about any failure (famous last words). See http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/electrical/index.html for more details on that... Mark Langford, Huntsville, Alabama see KR2S project N56ML at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford email to N56ML "at" hiwaay.net ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> "lawnmower" ignition
;-) Kevin. -Original Message- From: brian.kr...@engalt.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 22 Nov 2006 6:32 PM Subject: RE: KR> "lawnmower" ignition Thinking about it a little more I do see one problem with a lawnmower type of iginition. Lawnmowers and weed whackers have the ignition set pretty much near top dead center. It makes them a lot easier to start and is also one of the reasons why you have a fairly good sized engine to make the little power that they do. The only way to get the power you should and also make it start easy is with something like an impulse coupling. I imagine that the Aerovee has some kind of way to advance the timing built in, but once you have gone through all the trouble of making something that works and is reliable you might as well just have gone with a regular aircraft magneto. I guess that something like an electronic ignition with spark advance for normal use and for starting with a quick and dirty lawnmower type set with fixed timing for a backup is food for thought. Brian Kraut Engineering Alternatives, Inc. www.engalt.com -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of Mark Langford Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2006 11:10 AM To: KRnet Subject: KR> "lawnmower" ignition Kevin Golden wrote: > I have an idea that does not > require a voltage source, but is "out there" so most will think I have > "lost it". LAWN MOWER IGNITION. Simple, cheap, reliable, easy to set > up, easy to have dual ignition, and NO VOLTAGE NEEDED. Isn't your "lawnmower ignition" pretty much what Monnett is using on his AeroVee? See the photo at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/osh2000/000727152.jpg that I took at Oshkosh in 2000. It does have a lot of appeal, but I'll bet the spark isn't exactly brilliant. I think the system I came up with covers the bases pretty well, and has enough reduncancy built in to handle just about any failure (famous last words). See http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/electrical/index.html for more details on that... Mark Langford, Huntsville, Alabama see KR2S project N56ML at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford email to N56ML "at" hiwaay.net ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> "lawnmower" ignition
What was the point of this posting? I didn't get anything out of it. If it is another dagger thrown at me, then I could care less. I like having ideas, even if half cocked, thrown out on the table for discussion. I didn't get anything like that out of this post. Kevin Golden "Little birds" (ARUP replicas) Harrisonville, MO -Original Message- From: da...@alltel.net To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 22 Nov 2006 6:51 PM Subject: RE: KR> "lawnmower" ignition Gee, that sounds almost like starting my engine on the Magneto cause it has impulse coupling (spark retard), and running it on that and the electronic, which is fixed. Now, if I loose the magneto, I wonder what will happen. Maybe next time I am up flying, I will turn off the Magneto and see, Oh shucks, I already did that, and it still works. Which reminds me. Several years ago, there was a lot of discussion about whether or not the engine will maintain full power, with the facet fuel pumps turned off. Well, with 3/4 of a stock header tank full, it will. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics See you at the 2007 - KR Gathering There is a time for building and a time for FLYING and the time for Flying has begun. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC ---Original Message--- make it start easy is with something like an impulse coupling. but once you have gone through all the trouble of making something that works and is reliable you might as well just have gone with a regular aircraft magneto. I guess that something like an electronic ignition with spark advance for normal use and for starting with a quick and dirty lawnmower type set with fixed timing for a backup ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> "lawnmower" ignition
I know for a fact you can "hand prop" a Briggs & Stratton push lawn mower quite easily. Never mind how I know that. Just believe me it is very easy to do. Kevin. -Original Message- From: av...@telkomsa.net To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 22 Nov 2006 11:01 PM Subject: Re: KR> "lawnmower" ignition Brian The aerovee lawnmower ignition has no method of advance at all. They use it as the backup ignition to the electronic unit which also has no advance but will produce a spark at low revs. I have a friend who recently had the electronic unit fail and in the process of finding the fault cranked the battery down to a point where it would no longet turn the motor over. Trying to prop start it on the mag system was futile as he just couldn't spin it fast enough to make it produce any spark. It aparently needs somewhere around 300rpm. We have just gone through this whole ignition thing on corvaircraft but I will risk it again. Take a look at the system that is installed on Serge's plane. It is a simple transistor controlled coil ignition triggered by an inductive pick up. It also sports a ready made centrifugal advance mechanism. This system has been used here by many builders and has been proven during more than 1500 hours of flight without a single failure on VW motors as well as a honda auto conversion. It does need a 12V supply though. Take a look at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/corvair/ignition/dene/ Regards Dene Collett KR2SRT builder South africa Whisper assembler See: www.whisperaircraft.com mailto: av...@telkomsa.net - Original Message - From: "Brian Kraut" To: "KRnet" Sent: Thursday, November 23, 2006 02:32 Subject: RE: KR> "lawnmower" ignition > Thinking about it a little more I do see one problem with a lawnmower type > of iginition. Lawnmowers and weed whackers have the ignition set pretty > much near top dead center. It makes them a lot easier to start and is also > one of the reasons why you have a fairly good sized engine to make the > little power that they do. The only way to get the power you should and > also make it start easy is with something like an impulse coupling. I > imagine that the Aerovee has some kind of way to advance the timing built > in, but once you have gone through all the trouble of making something that > works and is reliable you might as well just have gone with a regular > aircraft magneto. > > I guess that something like an electronic ignition with spark advance for > normal use and for starting with a quick and dirty lawnmower type set with > fixed timing for a backup is food for thought. > > Brian Kraut > Engineering Alternatives, Inc. > www.engalt.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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> KR PLans on CD
This happens all the time. There are bootleg plans being sold of about anything you could imagine on ebay. Plans for things other than airplanes too. I have bought a few plans on CD from ebay auctions with no intent to build the plane at all. I just want to see how another designer has done something. Most drawings on CD are old out of date plans and I wouldn't think anyone would build these designs today. I may be wrong, but I think the plans we are talking about here are the KR2, not the KR2S. As I have said before, surely no one would start from scratch and build a KR2 as it was designed in the early 70s. The KR2S with new airfoils isn't really a KR2. It is a different, much better bird with simularities as I see it. I rarely chime in so since I am now I want to THANK those who posted photos of the KR meet in IL. It looked like a very good meet with great weather and even better airplanes! Kevin in MO Ebay ID "tinycar" -Original Message- From: flyk...@wi.rr.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Tue, 17 Oct 2006 7:22 PM Subject: Re: KR> KR PLans on CD Good job Jeff. I think Jeanette should be notified. Mark Jones (N886MJ) Wales, WI Visit my web site: www.flykr2s.com E-mail: flyk...@wi.rr.com - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Tuesday, October 17, 2006 7:13 PM Subject: Re: KR> KR PLans on CD > Don't know if anyone else wrote to the seller, but I did question him on > his ethics. > > He replied: > These CDs were purchased by me at an airshow about a month ago. When > these are gone, that's it - and they are being sold under the Right of > Frst Resale and are not copies made by me. > > I also sent a note to Ebay questioning the legality of this guy selling > Rand Robinson's intellectual property. > > You will note that the sale was ended. > > Jeff Scott > > > On Tue, 17 Oct 2006 16:03:03 -0500 "Mark Jones" > writes: >> This is interestingcould it be a copyright infringement? >> > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/KR-2-EXPERIMENTAL-AIRCRAFT-PLANS-ON-CD_W0Q > QitemZ120041686142QQihZ002QQcategoryZ26441QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZVi > ewItem >> >> Mark Jones (N886MJ) >> Wales, WI >> My Web site: http://www.flykr2s.com/ >> Mailto:flyk...@wi.rr.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 ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> fly mart question,HARDWARE SUPPLIER
Or..Airparts in KCK Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO -Original Message- From: lah...@yahoo.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Thu, 5 Oct 2006 10:26 AM Subject: KR> fly mart question,HARDWARE SUPPLIER Lee, you are probably talking about: Dan Brown from Garderner Kansas. B&B Aircraft Supplies 202 South Center Gardener Kansas, 66030 913-884-5930 - Original Message From: Lee Van Dyke Netters, One of the venders at Oshkosh flymart, had all kinds of rivets, srews, clamps fasteners, hoses etc. They have been there and Sun N Fun for many years. They were not listed in the Vendors list on the EAA site, that I could find. They were in a Big Tent. Does anybody have their name? web site? ___ 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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> Taylor Mono plane fuselage free to good home
Darren, Do you have the wings/tail or is this just a fuselage? You are 1,000 miles away, but I sure would like to have this plane. I have the 1835cc engine that originally came from a Taylor mono. It was off of the one out of the late 60s and early 70s that had Snoopy on the tail. I forget the N number, but a neat plane! Kevin. -Original Message- From: pond...@rogers.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Fri, 22 Sep 2006 9:06 PM Subject: KR> Taylor Mono plane fuselage free to good home HI All I've made my choice and it's time to refocus on other projects. I have a Canadian "Amateur Built" (same as experimental) Taylor Mono plane Fuselage that needs a home. A Taylor Mono plane is (with out starting an argument) a KR1 with rag wings. The fuselage is a hanger queen with the original builder flying 150 hours on it. The second owner removed the 1200cc VW engine with the intent of installing a larger one. Three owners latter she is still a hanger queen looking for a good engine. No damage or wood rot. Full logs. Free to a good home. Just come and get it. Needs to be out of rented hanger by First of the month. I paid $3k for it 6 years ago. Chock it up to experience I guess. Darren Pond 137 Walker St Cambridge Ontario Canada N3C2C3 Home 519-651-2522 Darren Cell 519-241-4242 pond...@roger.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 Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and more.
KR> Anti junk/disabled anything laws LONG
I don't even mind the junk cars as long as they are kept straightened up in a line with the grass kept down around them. I have rebuilt a lot of "JUNK" items to like new condition including cars, tractors, etc and if there are laws requiring those items to be destroyed, then none of the rebuilds would have been possible. I would bet that if I were to restore an antique car, use it until I drove it 150,000 miles, then I still wouldn't have created as much polution as 1 new car being manufactured. Kevin. -Original Message- From: r...@jrl-engineering.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Wed, 19 Jul 2006 11:12 AM Subject: RE: KR> Anti junk/disabled anything laws LONG I like your point of view. Ronald R. Eason Sr. Pres. & CEO, KCMO Office J.R.L. Engineering Consortium Ltd. 816-468-4091, Kansas City, MO. Web Page: www.jrl-engineering.com -- Original Message -- From: "Steve Glover" Reply-To: KRnet List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2006 18:34:15 -0700 Well Colin, you are certainly entitled to your opinion. Mine is that laws such as this is where we all have had our rights or civil liberties encroached upon. Where are my rights when I cannot utilize my own property, that I have paid for, for my entertainment or enjoyment as long as I do not cause damage or harm to anyone. One could argue they are "damaged" from having to view my plane. In that case I could give a rats and they should close the curtain or get a life. I whole heartedly agree that there is a limit to what one could/ should do in public view. Your statement regarding abandoned or junk cars, etc. within a city limit or neighborhood certainly would affect property values and therefore damaging to others. But something like building a car, aircraft, boat, or other constructive like hobby does not fall into this category as long as the property in public view is maintained and not used as a junk yard. This type of abuse of the political system is indicative of how liberal our society has become in regards to the bleeding hearts or Democrats who are, in my opinion the root cause of why our society has declined so markedly in moral and ethical conviction. They must all be members of the ACLU or any of these other organizations who think everybody owes them something and will file a law suit just because they can. I also have been on the enforcement side but there is a Reasonable Man's rule that must apply. The problem is, there are very few reasonable men in the political arena. I ordinarily abstain from this type of discussion on the net as it is a waste of my time. However, this particular type of abuse of the system irritates the fire out of me. This is not a flame toward you Colin, just my opinion. Now Back to KR stuff, we have better things to do. Regards, Steve Glover KR-2 N902G AJO, Ca Sent via the WebMail system at jrl-engineering.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 Check out AOL.com today. Breaking news, video search, pictures, email and IM. All on demand. Always Free.
KR> Re: wing loading test
Seems like in the 60s there was a lot of homebuilts being flipped over and loaded with sandbags. I had the thought that it was encouraged by the FAA, even on proven designs. There have been articles in SA about static testing. Seems like no big deal to me if done right. I would rather hear a BANG on the ground than in the air. Thanks for the recommendation on books to design homebuilt airplanes. I am about to go down that road myself. Kevin in Missouri
KR> corvair engine
Mike, are you going to Mexico, MO this weekend to the Corvair "event"? Kevin (on the other side of the state).
KR> Mexico, Mo.
Anyone traveling from the Kansas City area to Zenair on the 20th? Kevin
KR> Horizontal stab stall
Early Lancair 2 seaters had a tail stall problem. If you look at the Lancair 235 compared to the Lancair 360, the tail is much wider. A lot of the Lancair 235s have been modified to have the later model tail to correct the stall problem. Kevin in MO
KR> Sun 'n' Fun
It was great to see the people and airplanes that I only read about or see on the net. I am the bashful type, so I didn't introduce myself. I was most interested in seeing and hearing the corvairs run. Bill, I really like the sound of your plane when it flys over! I have had the corvair manual for a while, I just need to get to building. I even know of 2 free covairs that have the correct 110 motor. One question: Why wasn't the Skycoupe with the corvair not at Sun n fun? I really wanted to see that plane. Kevin Golden Harrisonville, MO Glad you made it home safe - It was nice to see you there. See you at Oshkosh? Bill Clapp
KR>Carburetor ????
Is there a place on the net or a book I could buy that covers a large number of aircraft carburetors showing what the OEM use was? It would be nice to know things like flow charts and the inner mechanics of the individual carburetors too. Thanks Kevin Golden Missouri
KR> Wings
I think this ad found on Barnstormers tells it all when someone wants to do
serious modifications. Usually, the airplane will never get done. There
are exceptions and we know who they are. I like Mark Jones idea of just get
it
flying...safely.
Kevin in MO
_200 MPH KR2_ (http://barnstormers.com/classified_100288_200+mph+KR2.html) ?
FOR SALE ? Project but really completed except for final paint. Runs
beautifully. Owner had nearly $40,000 into it and the last 15 years of his
life.
Saturn engine. Big horsepower. Builder was an expert. Prop was even $4000. No
paperwork. Has been taxied tested to 30 mph and it wanted to fly. Could be a
fun thing to tinker with or for the person who can get it legal to fly. This
is a 200 mph airplane. Can easily fit in a car garage. Any offer will be
considered. CALL RATHER THAN EMAIL ON FIRST CONTACT- PLEASE, NO TIRE KICKERS.
Wife
needs to sell. ? Contact _Thomas Dunlap_
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(http://barnstormers.com/contact_seller.php?to=46942&id=100288&title=200 mph
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KR> Hercules Engine?
There is a yahoo group dealing with these engines for aircraft use. They seem to be heavy and underpowered for the most part, but it is possible to make them fly. Kevin in MO -Original Message- From: Stephen Teate To: KRnet Sent: Mon, 20 Mar 2006 09:03:32 -0600 Subject: KR> Hercules Engine? Netters, This past weekend I went to a farm auction and happened across a little four cylinder opposed engine. It looked like it came out of some kind of military generator and I expected to see a Lycoming data plate on it. But when I looked closer I noticed it only had one mag mounted "Continental Style" pointing forward and the mfg. plate said Hercules Engines. Does anyone know the story on these engines? Thanks in advance, Stephen Teate Paradise, TX ste...@compositecooling.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> spinner front bulkhead?
Mark, First I will say I haven't done this myself, but have seen it done, and have stood in amazement. There is a Yahoo group called "metalshapers". The members of this active group have metal bashing meets in differing parts of the country. It so happened there was one about 10 miles from my home, sobeing facinated with anything like this I had to go. There was a guy there showing how to do metal turning. He had a wooden mold (some may call it a buck) that he formed a bell with. It was amazing to see this bell being formed in less than a minute. I would think that a wooden form shaped like you need for a bulkhead would be easy to make on a wood lathe. Then get your metal and form the edge around the wooden mold using the metal turning techique. I am not sure what make-up the metal was (hardness) but I would assume fairly soft stuff was used. There has to be a hole in the center to mount your metal to the form for turning, but that shouldn't matter for this. Food for thought... Kevin in Missouri -Original Message- From: Mark Langford To: KRnet Sent: Tue, 7 Mar 2006 11:48:54 -0600 Subject: KR> spinner front bulkhead? Anybody have a good scheme to fabricate a front bulkhead for a spinner? I can think of a few ways, but I'm looking for more ideas, especially those that work.. Thanks,. Mark Langford, Huntsville, Alabama see KR2S project N56ML at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford email to N56ML "at" hiwaay.net ___ 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> Test
Just a quite time I guess. Kevin in MO
KR> Car vs Aircraft engine use
Maybe revolutions per lifetime would be a good way to figure it instead of miles per lifetime. Mark Langford. How is the Corvair engine crankshaft thing going? Thanks Kevin.
KR> N56ML flies!
Wow! I have been watching you through the net building on this airplane for some time. You are an inspiration for all of us! Congratulations!!! Kevin
KR> Foreign made tools
Most of Sears tools are foreign. It didn't used to be that way, but it is now. Don't be fooled. My brother in his teenage years used to work for a company that had him removing the "made in China" label and install a "made in USA" label. It happens. China and Taiwan things are still cheaply made, but things from Japan are very good. The bearing supplier that we deal with daily at work says they have very good luck with Japanese bearings. Watch out for China. They are fast becoming a world super power. On another subject. Is there only one place to buy an Ellison throttle body carb? Kevin.
KR> Foreign made tools
Buying a car new, as of a few years ago, they are required to tell you "country of origin" and percentage of. The problem I have noticed is that lets say Dodge builds the full size Ram truck in Mexico. It is built in a Dodge factory, so I don't think they tell you it was assembled in Mexico. On this subject, years ago there was a buddy of mine who had a Chevy LUV truck. He LUVED that truck and asked me one time why anyone would buy one of those Japanese trucks when they can buy a good "chevy" truck like a LUV. He turned white when I showed him in plain site under the hood where it said "made in Japan." Buyer beware. Kevin again. Back to KRs
Re: Réf. : KR> Foreign made tools
I agree. European tools are like artwork. My favorite German tool is the Stihl chainsaw. That is one mean cutting machine! What kind of tools is France known for? I own a Renault 4CV and a Citroen 2CV, but don't know brand names of French tools. Kevin -Original Message- From: Serge VIDAL To: KRnet Sent: Sat, 14 May 2005 11:05:14 +0200 Subject: Réf. : KR> Foreign made tools Bob, can't believe the title of your E-mail! The KRNet is the wrong place for xenophobia! I am a tools addict, and indeed, I have some great American tools. But I have also bought some very substandard American-made tools in my life! "Foreign" would include Germany, Switzerland, France... "Countries in the far east" would include one of the best tools manufacturing countries in the world: Japan. Buy the best tools you can afford. Beware of substandard tools made in China and Taiwan. But don't generalize that to "Foreign made", please! Serge Vidal KR2 "Kilimanjaro Cloud" Paris, France "Robert L. Stone" Envoyé par : krnet-boun...@mylist.net 2005-05-14 01:13 Veuillez répondre à KRnet Remis le : 2005-05-14 01:16 Pour : "KR Builders Pilots" cc :(ccc : Serge VIDAL/DNSA/SAGEM) Objet : KR> Foreign made tools Builders Be very carful about buying tool from discount houses. Most of the tools they sell are made in China, or Tiwan and a lot of them are not anywhere near the quality that is required to build an aircraft or anything else for that matter. Someone advised the purchase of a band saw should be from Sears and I agree because the reason stated was replacement parts availability. Also the quality of most of the power tools available from countries in the far east are below standard. Buy the best even if you have to save up. I have a drill press made by Rockwell that is 37 years old, and still very much serviceable. My large combination belt/disk sander is a craftsman and its 33 years old. My grinder is a Craftsman and it's 33 years old also and all I have ever replaced is the stone wheels. Quality tools will last a lifetime and the extra cost is well worth the quality and durability Bob Stone, Hareker Heights, Tx rsto...@hot.rr.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 ___ 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> HVLP Paint
I have an Accu Spray. It was one of the first HVLP guns available. Nice gun, but when new it was very expensivethinking around $600 and that was at least 15 years ago Kevin.
KR> Learn from my mistake. (long)
Maybe a micro switch with a big red indicator light wouldn't be a bad thing? Glad your safe! Kevin
KR> Joe Horton
That is one goood looking bird! Kevin. -Original Message- From: Mark Jones To: KR Net ; Corvaircraft Sent: Sat, 23 Apr 2005 16:27:09 -0500 Subject: KR> Joe Horton I have updated Joe Horton's web page with four new photos he sent me. His plane is getting real close. Here is the link to take a look. http://mywebpage.netscape.com/n886mj/JoeHorton2.html Mark Jones (N886MJ) Wales, WI USA E-mail me at flyk...@wi.rr.com Visit my KR-2S CorvAIRCRAFT web site at http://mywebpage.netscape.com/n886mj/homepage.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
KR> rivnut question
I don't think drilling the small hole first will work. If you do that, then drilling the big hole will make the large bit want to "walk" into the smaller hole. I go with the use of a file to make the notch. Bottom line...Whatever works. I posted an accident that happened 1 week ago today with a KR2 in Cameron, MO. Did anyone know the guy who was flying this KR? Minor injuries reported with an engine failure on short final. Aircraft destroyed. Anyone have a set of Corby Starlet plans for sale? Thanks! Kevin
KR> KR Accident
Hey Mark, You are one of the guys I would like to meet. I really enjoy reading your posts on the net about your new plane. This is what I found on the FAA site as a preliminary finding. I simply cut and pasted it from the FAA site. If you use the registration #, the owner is easily found and lives in a small town just south of Cameron, MO. This area is part of my old stomping grounds, but I don't know this guy. I don't think I have seen any posts from him on this site either. Regis#: 316RPMake/Model: EXP Description: KR2 EXP List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 04/14/2005 Time: 2303 Event Type: Accident Highest Injury: Minor Mid Air: NMissing: N Damage: Destroyed LOCATION City: CAMERON State: MO Country: US DESCRIPTION ACFT ON APPROACH, ENGINE QUIT, STALLED, AND NOSED INTO THE DEPARTURE END OF THE RUNWAY, CAMERON, MO INJURY DATA Total Fatal: 0 # Crew: 1 Fat: 0 Ser: 0 Min: 1 Unk: # Pass: 0 Fat: 0 Ser: 0 Min: 0 Unk: # Grnd: Fat: 0 Ser: 0 Min: 0 Unk: WEATHER: METAR KSTJ 142253Z 13005KT 10SM CLR 20/01 A3015 OTHER DATA Departed: CAMERON, MO Dep Date:Dep. Time: Destination: CAMERON, MO Flt Plan: Wx Briefing: Last Radio Cont: NONE Last Clearance: FAA FSDO: KANSAS CITY, MO (CE05) Entry date: 04/15/2005 I would like to know what happened. I have even considered calling the owner to see what he has to say. Maybe I should let the sting of aircraft loss go away before I do. It would have to be terrible to loose an aircraft after so much work has gone into it. Be safe Mark. Kevin.
KR> KR for sale with broken crank
That plane is on ebay. _http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1,1&item=45445797 50&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT_ (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1,1&item=4544579750&sspagename=STRK:MEWA:IT) Good luck with the auction! Kevin
KR> Band saw blades.
Some band saws have blade welders built into them. The one I use at work has this feature. Find someone with this and you should get a blade for almost nothing. Kevin.
KR> dr dean hinges?
Somewhere I lost something. What are Dr. Dean hinges? Thanks Kevin
KR> coatings
I thought Chroming anything on an airplane besides cosmetic things is a NO NO. I have heard horror stories of the FAA red tagging showplanes with chrome work done on them. Chroming makes metal brittle. Kevin.
