KR> old photos

Larry, Would that be Tweetie Bird? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is over. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original Message- His name was Nor

KR> Fly In

Does anyone remember the fly-in that Paul Poberezney was involved with for a few years after his retirement? I understand that it has continued on after he stopped being active in it. I emailed the person in charge, last year, but can't remember who it was and have not heard anymore from them.

KR> Painted Plane

Wonderful plane, but how can Mark fly a plane with all that paint on it? Will we be seeing this at the Gathering this year? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it

KR> Fw: Re: VW engine baffels

You can buy a pattern from Great Plains, but you will then have to make the baffles. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is over. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, S

KR> Regulator/rectifier to electric system hookup

[mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Margaret Davis Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2012 7:00 PM To: KRnet Subject: RE: KR> Regulator/rectifier to electric system hookup --- On Wed, 1/11/12, Dan Heath wrote: hi dan...i am also looking at reg-rec wiring with v-w ,would it be possible for you

KR> Regulator/rectifier to electric system hookup

You do have a VW engine, right? If you don't get an answer, I will take a pics of my VW and regulator/rectifier that is waiting for a buyer and send them to you. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Annivers

KR> Oil cap with remote cooler n filter

Certainly. Add enough oil and keep track of the amount until it checks with the dip stick to where it should be. Be careful to not overfill. When I first added my oil lines and remote filter, I filled the filter and the lines as well as I could, before running the engine. I then ran the engine

KR> Engine compartment temp

On my 2276CC VW installation, I had my Oddessy battery mounted near the upper motor mount on the passenger side and never had a problem with it. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time

KR> weight and balance

Sorry, I mis-understood the statement. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is over. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original Message- From: krnet-bou

KR> Engine.

Single port heads and no re-enforced front bearing. I wonder who ever made one of those. Yes, there were many more making VW aero conversions back then. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There

KR> Delaminating trailing edge.

I have always glassed one side, then cut out a thin strip of foam on the trailing edge and replace it with the flox mixture and then covering that side. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There i

KR> Sorry for the trouble

I have been running on Windstream for years and no blocking here. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is over. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original

KR> weight and balance

I have not seen that. Where did you get that information? Is this on your KR or KRs in general? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is over. Daniel R. Heath -

KR> RE: First day working with N86DK.....

My first KR was 650 pounds, this KR is 750 pounds and is much more stable and easier to fly than my first KR was. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is over. D

Fw: KR> Wheels And Brakes

o 9/ 28 and 9/29 ? If someone would contact Dan and Marty (Dan Heath? :-) ) and see if they could make the following weekend we'll look at changing the date. In the mean time I'll check with Chris Collins to check on possible conflicts. Nothing OFFICIAL yet, let's check it out. Th

KR> Gathering date possible change

he date back one weekend from 9/21 and 9/22 to 9/ 28 and 9/29 ? If someone would contact Dan and Marty (Dan Heath? :-) ) and see if they could make the following weekend we'll look at changing the date. In the mean time I'll check with Chris Collins to check on possible conflicts. Not

KR> Wheels And Brakes

ught I would check. - Original Message ----- From: "Dan Heath" To: "'KRnet'" Sent: Monday, January 02, 2012 6:07 AM Subject: KR> Wheels And Brakes Mark Jones (N886MJ) Stevens Point, WI E-mail: flyk...@charter.net Web: www.flykr2s.com __

KR> Wheels And Brakes

The wheel and brake installation is now complete and they appear to be operating OK. I could not fly because the winds came up and are expected to hang around for a few days, so I will have to wait for a good day for this next "first flight". I really think that the "building" is now finished an

KR> New Cranks?

Sorry for the mis-leading information in my post. I should have followed that sentence with "However, he is now out of business". I believe that Steve Makish is the one or one of the persons who has one of his cranks. I also have it on very good authority that all of the cranks used in the Corva

KR> N455JS

I don't think John is on the KRNet, but I blind copied him on this, so he may answer. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is almost over. Daniel R. Heath - Lexi

KR> See you at Osh

Chris, I hope you are going to make the KR Gathering this year. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it is almost over. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Ori

KR> Fwd: Cranks and flywheels

I would not be so quick to jump to conclusions. There are many things that could have played a part in this and no one will know without running a complete analysis on the damage. And, then, we may still never know. The front bearing is a definite improvement and I would not fly a Corvair engine

KR> Spinner installation

I needed to cut my Vans 13" spinner for installation with the Sensenich 54 X 54 prop on the Corvair. In the past, I used a Profile Copy tool, but could not find mine and all I could Google up, were not deep enough. So I decided to make one. Here are a couple pics of it and the installed spinner.

KR> Todays flight. a celebration

Dave, Will you please fly your KR to the 40th in Mt. Vernon this coming year? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexingt

KR> Thoughts and ideas on stretching the wingspan

I have the Diehl wing skins on my KR2. They are definitely "extended". I see NO issues with them. These extended wings have been flying for many years on many KR, both the 2 and 2S. Also, I understand that Mark L. has extended his wings with the new airfoil. Also, consider that when discussing

KR> Hinge bolts

What hinges, where? PS: Best sander I have found for removing paint is the Octo. I think that is a Skill brand. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it never seem

KR> Levil AHRS

Make sure you can see the Ipad in sunlight. The Dynon is very clear in all light conditions. If you can't see it, is isn't worth any amount of savings. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There

KR> Lycoming 0-235-C found

I just finished getting a Corvair engine built and installed. With motor mount, prop, and all the other stuff including having the engine built by the best professional Corvair Engine builder I know, the cost was somewhere around $15,000. So, it seems to me that taking a chance with a $1500 inves

KR> Grounded

Yes, I looked as best I could on their web site, but did not get any answer to my inquiry. I find it very disconcerting to order stuff that you are not familiar with, online. They do look very good and I was surprised that the price was in line with the Matco prices. They did not show an 11 X 4.

KR> Grounded

Yes, I also suspect the tubing and when I replace these brakes with the Matco's that I just ordered, I am going to replace all the tubing as well with what Matco recommends, so there will be no excuses for them to not be working. I know it is stupid of me to not try to work through this problem an

KR> Fiberglass question

Glenn, Sand that area down without removing more than 1 layer of the glass that is on there from the D section. Clean it well and Epoxy away. I assume that you will put in your foam after sanding the spar cap areas. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012

KR> Behind panel clearance

I think 9" may be a bit too much to ask for. I had a stock tank and could not install the 2.25" Becker radio. Don't remember how deep it was. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time

KR> Where to order plans.

The only place to get plans today, is from NVAero. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original Mess

KR> Grounded

I have decided to ground the Black Bird again, due to the poor braking. Stopping is possible, but using brakes to turn is not, and this is what has made the decision for me. I don't know if it is the weight of the plane, or the way I have the Tracy O'Brian brakes installed. I did not have this pr

KR> Chrome plating fiberglass spinner

One of the guys at my airport was telling me that he had seen fiberglass spinners that were coated with a Chrome like finish. Anybody know who does this? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il -

KR> Old set of plans / manual disappointing...

The KR-1 plans were the first that RR produced and have not been updated in many years, if ever. The 2S plans will be much better, but still very primitive when compared to something like an RV set of plans. However, many KR have been built using them, which speaks a lot about how simple it is to

KR> Fiberglassing Suppliers?

Joseph, Use whatever names you need to use. That is how we identify the sources for materials. Yes, Aircraft Spruce and Wicks are good sources for everything and I don't know if there is a "Better" place. For making manifolds, there is http://www.burnsstainless.com/ See N64KR at http://KRBuil

KR> Instrument panel wire

Dave, Seems like you know what you need to use. I used Tefzel everywhere I could. Yes, there is a lot of 22ga wire used, to cut down on weight where heavier wire is not needed. When in doubt, I always used the heavier ga wire. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you

KR> Prop Tracking

Sensenich allows 1/8" See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original Message- The specs for the

KR> Prop Tracking

I have a Sensenich prop and it tracks 3/16" different from tip to tip. I have always used Sterba props in the past and have never had this problem. So, what to do to correct this? It seems like a defect in the prop, but maybe not. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Th

KR> Family

To me, Thanksgiving is a day when family comes together to celebrate and give thanks. It is my favourite holiday. So, I want to wish a Happy Thanksgiving to all my KR family all over the world. Even if you don't have a day such as this where you live, know that I am thankful for you and apprecia

KR> Corvair engine group link?

Corvair engines for homebuilt aircraft corvaircr...@mylist.net See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -O

KR> Web page updates.

Rudi, Is that a turbo VW? Did you build all those planes? You have a very interesting collection. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2012 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il – MVN – 40th Anniversary There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Dan

KR> RE: Fuel tank pick up and vent

There is much more than you want to know at: http://krbuilder.org/ConvertingToWingTanks/index.html But the vent line and fuel pick up are in there. The actual vent is simply a bulkhead fitting with one end cut off at an angle and fit through the bottom of the wing. I can take a pic of that if yo

KR> Black Bird attended CC21

Saturday, the Black Bird arrived in Barnwell, SC for the 21st Corvair College. As soon as she was parked the usual happened when a new born arrives. I believe that she was well received. I apologize for not taking any pics, but I was busy and did not take the time to get my camera out. I will t

KR> Free At Last or The Bird Flys Again

After 19 months at hard labor, the Black Bird has returned to being a Bird. The Corvair operated flawlessly. I am seeing around 3150 at WOT. Don't know if that is good or bad, but certainly enough power to get off the ground and fly pretty fast. All temps were good and the landing was one of the

KR> All KR/Corvair Issues resolved

Today, I got the issue with the engine cutting off, resolved. Adjusting the idle mixture setting, made a distinct difference. The engine now runs very smooth at all throttle settings and idles very well. I would have flown her after that was resolved, but, one of our RV guys strongly recommended

KR> All KR/Corvair Issues resolved

Today, I got the issue with the engine cutting off, resolved. Adjusting the idle mixture setting, made a distinct difference. The engine now runs very smooth at all throttle settings and idles very well. I would have flown her after that was resolved, but, one of our RV guys strongly recommended

KR> KR2"T"

All the information I have on it is what is posted at the top of the page. I don't remember who sent me this and have never heard from Dave Smith, so I don't have any more information to share with you on that. However, I am sure that it is a "one-off". See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then cl

KR> Corvair installed weight vs VW installed weight.

Today I weighed both cowlings. Given the total weight with VW being 720 and the total weight with the Corvair being 750 and adding in the 9 pounds difference in cowl weight, the installed weight of the Corvair is 39 pounds greater than the VW 2276 as installed on my KR2. Much less than I expect

KR> Flight Information manual

Does anyone know where I can find the requirements for a FIM? Mine is very thick and I am sure that it has superfluous and redundant information in it. I want to get it down to a size that is more convenient to carry in a small pouch in the KR. Or, maybe you have a FIM that meets these requiremen

KR> Flight Information Manual

Does anyone know where I can find the requirements for a FIM? Mine is very thick and I am sure that it has superfluous and redundant information in it. I want to get it down to a size that is more convenient to carry in a small pouch in the KR. Or, maybe you have a FIM that meets these requiremen

KR> Flap Actuator

>try here for an actuator: > www.surpluscenter.com   http://www.e-motionllc.com/?gclid=CN_hxM2FxpkCFSQMDQodHipruw Mini Actuator for rudder adjustment is here: http://www.e-motionllc.com/FIRGELLI_MINIATURE_12V_ACTUATORS_s/59.htm Try these, they came from an email from Mark Jones that I have s

KR> W & B on Black Bird with Corvair

The Black Bird is 30 pounds heavier with the Corvair installed than it was with the VW installed. Some of that is in the lighter cowling on the Corvair. I will weigh them both, so I can isolate the difference to just the complete engine installation. Total weight of this KR2 is 750 pounds. Wi

KR> Complete - except the finish work

The finish work will have to wait til after Barnwell, but the conversion is now complete. Today I will do the W & B and will let you know how it came out. The reason that I have not been posting to my site will be obvious when you look at this page. I don't know why this has started happening,

KR> Engine work is done

Today, I performed the last task for the engine installation, that I am going to do before CC21. I set the Idle. It runs perfectly smooth at 770 RPM, varying slightly from 760 to 780. I have a 2700 running on an Ellison EFS-3A. Thanks to Jay Bannister for the information on how to set up the Dy

KR> Building washout into the wing.

I see no one has answered your question. Setting the angles on the spars is what creates the correct washout. Once that is done, and you keep it that way through the installation of the foam, sanding, and glass layup, it will be right in the end. I have not ever had to do this because both of my

KR> re-registration

One thing to be aware of is that if you want to renew on-line, you must do it by a different deadline give in the letter. You don't have until your expiration date to do it ON-LINE. I learned this the hard way. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR

KR> as5046 profile

Robert, For a quick answer, yes it will work. Others have done it. Troy Petteway did it and with good results, I believe. I am sure others will give you more information from experience. My KR2 was too far along when I found out about the AS5046, so I have no first hand experience with it. Se

KR> RE: CorvAircraft> nV Aero at Corvair College #21

Steve and KR fliers, I hope to claim to be a KR flier soon and have always wanted to make the trip to the West Coast. I think it would be awesome and there are already a couple KR fliers who have proven to be capable of making such a trip. Please keep us informed as you finalize the date and othe

KR> Jet Hot Coating

I used Jet Hot on the exhaust that is on the VW engine that I happen to have up for sale. I can tell you that the exhaust external temperature is far less than without the coating and the exhausts are still in good condition after many years. Regarding the guarantee. when I got the pipes for

KR> Glass over Dynel

I have mixed carbon fiber and fiber glass. Today I could not even show you where. The early KRs, I am quite sure were made with epoxy, so just stick with epoxy, sand it well before doing the application, and you should be good to go. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  Se

KR> wingspan

Oscar, Here goes... I don't know many KR's that meet the designers "gross weight" limit. There may be some and it would be good to know if there are. When I saw Marty Roberts, back when he was "big", put another person as large as he was, at least, and fly off like the KR did not even know it h

KR> EIS Thermocouple Wiring

If the thermocouples are like the ones from Westach, with the little male pin on the end. Get some of the female pins and make you a connector with whatever size wire you like and run that wire into the 25-pin connector. Westach can supply the female pin ends. This is very easy to do. See N64KR

KR> Much KR Progress

Some days you go to the hangar or shop to work on your project and after working all day, wonder, what did I get done today. I have had a lot of those days lately, but starting on Saturday, everything started to fall into place and the obstacles are just vanishing. As I wrote the other day, my en

KR> More Progress

Some days you go to the hangar or shop to work on your project and after working all day, wonder, what did I get done today. I have had a lot of those days lately, but starting on Saturday, everything started to fall into place and the obstacles are just vanishing. As I wrote the other day, my en

KR> RE: CorvAircraft> Corvair powered KR Progress

Yes, I have a WW KR2S cowling and almost have it fitted for my KR. The top is installed and am now installing the pins along the seam. I will have a little glass work to do, but that should not be too bad, but. I might have to sing the sanding song again. I don't know what the RPM is, because

KR> Corvair powered KR Progress

Yes, I did tell Mark that I was "POSITIVE" of the polarity of the coils. Thus why I did not trust myself to build an engine. I have gone back and tested the coil joiner with the Ohm meter and checking polarity both ways on both terminals, I show an open circuit. Is that an indication that it is b

KR> KR Progress

Some of you know that I took my KR2 out of service over 18 months ago, to put fuel in the wings and install the Corvair. The fuel in the wings was finished several months ago, but I could not get the installation of the Corvair finished in time for this year's Gathering. I have been having troubl

KR> Engine Failure on Take OFF.

Brian, I am sure that you can if you want to. However, I will bet that you will spend more money and time than you would by putting on a Diehl gear. And if you did make the mods, when would you have enough confidence in it? Also, if your gear fails, how much money and time will you lose? I belie

KR> experimental or lsa

Did you see that EAA and AOPA is pushing for the "Recreational" pilot to have the same privileges, so LSA may become mute. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end.

KR> 40th Anniversary

Brian, I am curious as to why you are using Dynel. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original Message- anybody k

KR> 40th Anniversary

As soon as we can get a date, we need to start working on some of the old timers like Dan Diehl, Marty Roberts, Troy ( where has he been ).. Even if they don't have KRs anymore, I would be great to have them there. Also, maybe we could get Jim Faughn to talk Steve into letting him fly his ( Steve

KR> How to License and Fly a KR2

Since you have the N number, is it registered to you, if not, get that done and contact your FSDO. They will send you the necessary paperwork for getting the temporary airworthiness certificate. You need to find a DAR who will come and do that inspection. At that time, your plane must be ready t

KR> How to License and Fly a KR2

Has it ever flown? Does it have an N number? Has it ever been registered? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Origina

KR> Gathering Weather

According to Weather.COM 40% rain on Thursday and a high of 76 0% rain of Friday and a high of 81, Sunny 20% rain on Saturday and a high of 82, Cloudy 40% rain on Sunday, and a high of 85, but we will all be gone then anyway. Don't look all that bad to me. See N64KR at

KR> Gathering Weather

Gathering Friday, 85 and partly cloudy. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC

KR> GATHERING WEATHER

Thursday the 15th, the weather forecast looks great. My forecast won't go out any more that 10 days. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems

KR> Supposed to be the day

Today was supposed to be the day that the Corvair came to life on the Black Bird. But it would not happen. I had a friend with me who really knows how to trouble shoot and he determined that we were getting a weak spark. All other conditions were checked and checked again but the only thing that

KR> Jabaru vs corvair torque

Glenn, The 2180 VW is said to produce 76HP at 3600 RPM, so, it would produce 110.88 "whatever torques are". This is without respect to prop. Does anyone know what the rated HP at RPM, is of the Corvair? See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gatheri

KR> plywood question

My firewall is 1/4" aircraft grade plywood. Not sure what the other pieces you mentioned are. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington,

KR> plywood question

The nose section? What do you mean by nose section? If you are referring to the leading edge of the wing, you don't put plywood on the leading edge of the wing on a "plans built" KR. Come to the gathering and find out all you ever wanted to know about building a KR, and probably stuff you don't

KR> What I have been working on

Beginning shortly after CC17 in Orlando, where I picked up my Roy's Garage Corvair motor, I have been modifying my KR2 to accept this beautiful engine, replacing my not so bad VW. It started around May 2010 with removing the header tank and building and installing wing tanks. That took almost a y

KR> SILICON GASKET MATERIAL for Baffles

Great idea. Been floating around the KR world for years. I learned about it from Bob Muse, Sr. This is how I built the baffle seals for the VW installation on the Black Bird, and previously on the Little Beast. However, I found that Vans sells baffle material in a sheet that comes in a roll. S

KR> Max RPM

Seems like you are not getting enough fuel. What engine are you running. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC -Original

KR> Fuel System

What carburetor are you using. Some can use only gravity feed. I have always used the Facet with the Ellison carburetor and have never had that problem. I installed new Facet pumps for my new Ellison EFS-3A that I am using on my new Roy's Garage Corvair engine and while probably not necessary, i

KR> KR Gathering- long, please read

Larry, I will glad to judge. My plan is to drive if the Black Bird is not ready and it is not looking good for her right now. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to

KR> Firewall Covering

Chris, I can't tell you the best way, but I just re-built mine due to the "Swiss Cheese" look that it had after I removed the VW. I chose .018 SS on the wood which I painted with FireStop. I got these from AS. The SS is attached to the firewall by nothing other than the screws and bolts that ha

KR> Fuel tank probes

Try this at Aircraft Spruce. They work with Westach and with Dynon, and probably others. I have them in my tanks. At least at full fuel, they work. I should be able to give more information on them in a couple months and hope to be at the Gathering with them in the tanks, in the Black Bird.

KR> Installed on Firewall

The Corvair is now installed on the firewall and I am in the process of installing all the required equipment on the firewall. Pics for that to come later. Corvair on the Black Bird: http://krbuilder.org/CorvairInstallation/index.html See N64KR at http://KRBuilder

KR> Wing Gap Covers

You may be interested in this method. http://krbuilder.org/WingGapCovers/index.html See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Dani

KR> Wing Gap Covers

You may be interested in this method. http://krbuilder.org/WingGapCovers/index.html See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Dani

KR> Fw:

Pat, I don't have the spring, but do have an old tailwheel and bracket, somewhat bent, that you can have for shipping. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and it never seems to end. Dan

KR> Troy Petteway's KR

Searched KR2 on Barnstormers and don't see anything that resembles Troy's KR. Please send a link to where it has been seen. I am just curious. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon, Il - MVN There is a time for building and i

KR> EAA survey

I agree and was just discussing that with some of our EAA members. I said exactly the same thing, they are the show. They should not be charged admission, at all. Not there, not nowhere. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 - KR Gathering in Mt. Vernon

Fw: KR> Component weight.

Chris, I believe that the Diehl are a bit heavier. I had stock built on my first KR, and they were about 40# and these are closer to 50. I would weight them for you, but they now have a 22# fuel tank in each wing. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics  See you at the 2011 -

KR> VW swap

Netters, I have started removing the VW from the Black Bird, and installing senders on the Corvair. I hope to have the VW completely removed from the Firewall, tomorrow. So, before I started dismantling it, I documented it on a Video including a short engine start and run-up. This is for anyo

KR> Component weight.

The only separate parts that I have weighed are the wings. The stock KR2 wings without paint and without fuel tanks, weighed around 40 #. You probably have integral glass tanks, so that would be hard to weigh. My aluminum fuel tanks weighed 22 # each. They are a bit "over built". My advice to

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I have made my decision to proceed on with the installation of the Corvair engine, so I can fly it before I get too old to be able to do so. Also, the W&B is not favourable for flying with the lighter VW engine, now that I have moved the fuel to the wings. So, the VW Firewall Forward package is

KR> Corvair Engine Install

I have made my decision to proceed on with the installation of the Corvair engine, so I can fly it before I get too old to be able to do so. Also, the W&B is not favourable for flying with the lighter VW engine, now that I have moved the fuel to the wings. So, the VW Firewall Forward package is

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