KR> Heat Muff

You will find out in the air. If there is an air draw from the tail, the static set up should work for cabin heat. Roger Rbaalman at cox.net Sent from my iPad > Do I need ram air? > Joe Nunley CW2 US Army RetiredBaker JROTC

KR> First flight, Finally

Congrats That's got to be some rush pulling the stick back for the first time Still have to buy some paint and masking tape. Roger Sent from my iPad > On Oct 28, 2016, at 8:08 PM, Mike Sylvester via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: > > I hope this goes through, I haven't seen any

KR> KR first engine run

All, Finally fired off the KR. Had a few configuration and wiring issues, but resolved em. Engine runs quite well. (Rotec TBI / Pmags / O235). Back to work with the rest. Roger Baalman Rbaalman at cox.net -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name

KR> Copper state fly in

Lee Kim Neibauer and myself are planning to fly our Kr's to Cooper State this year, weather permitting. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net -Original Message- From: Info--- via KRnet Sent: Sunday, October 9, 2016 9:41 PM To: KRnet Cc: Info at vandykeaviation.com Subject: KR> Copper st

KR> Curious and sorry

My question is How many of you on here fly stock KR 2's?? I would like to converse with anyone who has or us flying the stock version Doran Jaffas Doran My KR is pretty much a stock, plans built plane. What are your questions? Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net

KR> VW temps

to run conventional oil. I run premium non-ethanol unleaded all the time except when flying cross country. That?s why the blend. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net -Original Message- From: Ronald Wright via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 7:50 PM To: KRnet Cc: Ronald Wright Subject: KR

KR> Cylinder Heads Again

goes away. Maybe a sticky valve guide? It will be interesting to see how your DPD heads hold up. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net -Original Message- From: Mark Langford via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, July 19, 2016 7:15 AM To: KRnet Cc: ml at n56ml.com Subject: Re: KR> Cylinder Heads Again

KR> Cylinder Heads Again

Has anyone tried these heads from CB Performance? They look like they have better air flow around the exhaust ports and maybe better quality control? http://www.cbperformance.com/Panchito-044-Cylinder-Heads-90-5-92-Bore-p/1672.htm Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net

KR> Engine offset

That means you built the fuse crooked. The right direction:) Roger > > I have zero engine offset and no rudder trim tab and it flies straight

KR> RUDDER SIZE

ler rudder. It was added after initial construction by "scabbing" onto the existing rudder with fiberglass, and then overhanging the vertical stabilizer, which effectively gives me even more rudder. http://www.n56ml.com That is exactly what I'm considering for My KR. I like real world

KR> RUDDER SIZE

running out of aileron. Could be there is not as much deflection before hitting the stops. I'll do some measuring on my KR. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net -Original Message- From: ol' weirdo via KRnet Sent: Thursday, July 7, 2016 7:40 AM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Cc: ol' weirdo Subject

KR> Cowling Air Scoop

Speaking of alr scoops and filler and sanding. This is my current project. Getting closer. Maybe Mike will paint for me :) Roger Rbaalman at cox.net -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image1.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 88287 bytes Desc

KR> VW Engines

-Original Message- From: Randy Smith via KRnet Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2016 3:28 PM To: KRnet Cc: Randy Smith Subject: Re: KR> VW Engines Flying is not cheap. Neither is boating, fishing, golf and just about any hobby you try. No matter what engine you pick it will cost between $5

KR> Regressive upgrades... or

I hope they are worthy. I mounted a set of P mags in my O235. By separating the coil from the guts, I was able to cram the engine aft against the firewall. First fire should be in a month. Roger OK Sent from my iPhone > On May 28, 2016, at 10:28 PM, Jeff Scott via KRnet >

KR> KR Engine Cowling

in. Light and stif. A hair dryer or heat gun on the CF helps it to lay in the mold and with malicious squeegeeing, reduces resin. The first layer was 1.25 oz. deck cloth. Molds are wonderful after they are made. Roger rbaalman at cox.net Sent from my iPad > On Apr 12, 2016, at 4:09 PM, Pete Kl

KR> Adverse Yaw

it to the airport for the first flight, so I am not sure if there was any gain. It climbs, turns and flies great. Maybe I'll pull them off sometime and check the performance without them. Or maybe not. Roger Bulla -Original Message- From: svd via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, April 5, 2016 4:53

KR> Fwd: Tail Addition and fuselage lengths

Joe My dimensions are 132.5 and 26.5. With the o235, I wish I didn't move the firewall fwd. after a redo with the engine mount, all is well. Roger Baalman Rbaalman at cox.net Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 11, 2016, at 6:22 PM, n357cj via KRnet wrote: > > Hey guys, > just poking

KR> Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas all I am working in the cowl plug. Hope to start on the mold n a couple of days. The O235 is built up. Sanding on and on and on:) Roger Owasso, OK

KR> Question for Roger Bulla

at the setting it was when I landed, just a tad rich. It has never dribbled fuel while sitting even when I forget to turn off the fuel valve. Roger Bulla -Original Message- From: Chris Kinnaman via KRnet Sent: Sunday, November 1, 2015 7:29 AM To: KRnet Cc: Chris Kinnaman Subject: KR> Quest

KR> Roger's carb

Roger: what don't you like about the speedometer cable adjustment of the mixture? Is it not fine enough? You could add a small lever arm to the mixture screw and make the mixture adjust by push-pull with a standard vernier type mixture knob. Depending on how long you made the lever you

KR> Roger's carb

to continue using the Tillotson, but I am trying to come up with a better mixture control, than a speedometer cable. Roger Bulla -Original Message- From: Oscar Zuniga via KRnet Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2015 11:21 AM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Cc: Oscar Zuniga Subject: KR> Roger's c

KR> ForeFlight vs iFly GPS

To all Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2015, at 8:13 AM, Mike Arnold via KRnet > wrote: > > Roger I have a general question. Does this response go out to the entire > net? Or just you. > On Sep 18, 2015 8:02 AM, "Roger Baalman via KRnet" > wrote: > >&g

KR> Gathering

at the Gathering. Roger Bulla Grand Junction, Co. -Original Message- ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http

KR> KR engine mount?

I'm slow at responding, but I have a engine mount the looks like the one Mark is using hanging in my storage shed. If it could be used I give to Keith for the shipping. It came off my old KR2. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net -Original Message- From: Bill Masquelier via KRnet Sent

KR> to host a Gathering

rd to this years gathering if I can make my schedule work out. Roger Bulla Yes, I did forget something. There was an AirEvac helicopter, in the air, waiting for Roger Bulla to plant his KR in a nearby bean field, then picked him up and flew him to the hospital. I can't take credit

KR> KRnet Digest, Vol 3, Issue 117

I'm no aerodynamicist but seems to me the proper way to fix this problem is simply to move the wings forward. > Mike, If one were able to move the wings forward, one would actually be making it more tail heavy. Try it with (what used to be a) nickel glider that has the wing in a slot. Roger

KR> Whats everybody doing...

Craig, I temp assembled the cylinders and case. This allowed fitting of the exhaust, heat muffs, carb, carb heat, fuel lines, control cables etc. and not having to deal with a 250 lb engine. Full steam ahead Roger Baalman Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 21, 2015, at 11:59 AM, CraigW via KR

KR> OT: heat rejection capacity from exhaust port walls

getting the cowl on and off without scraping the coating off. I'll have to go through my records to come up with the name of the company. Roger Bulla -Original Message- From: Rogelio M. Serrano Jr. via KRnet Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2015 9:01 AM To: danrh at windstream.net ; KRnet

KR> 900' Landing Rollout

Sounds like an attendee w/ aircraft at the next gathering. Congrats Roger Baalman rbaalman at cox.net Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 31, 2015, at 11:10 PM, John Bouyea via KRnet > wrote: > > I got my KR back home today at my home strip. I floated more than I expected > but I got

KR> They're off!

flies it again. Always a good idea. Roger Bulla N6338Z -Original Message- From: Rob Schmitt via KRnet Sent: Sunday, September 07, 2014 9:14 PM To: Jeff Scott ; KRnet Subject: Re: KR> They're off! Made it home fine, long day. Landed in Kansas City at 9:30 pm. Rob Schmitt N18

KR> OSH camping info

> Camp at the seaplane base. Quiet and small, with a shuttle to all And miss the trash and toilet trucks before 0600? Bring your ear plugs for a good nights sleep. Aside from the rain, had a great time.

KR> Progress

stay more constant throughout the full throttle range, and it enriched the top end to acceptable levels. Of course I didn't have a Mixture Meter to see instantaneous readings only an EGT, but it seemed to work. There is a lot of black magic going on in an intake system. Roger Bulla rbulla

KR> flying, KR 19-8322

-Original Message- From: robert gill Sent: Sunday, March 02, 2014 1:10 PM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Subject: Re: KR> flying, KR 19-8322 While I am, here how the hell do anyone tune a revflow carby I can tune the mix at the needle to run smooth at full throttle soon as i pull it back

KR> belly board flying characteristics?

years ago. My present KR has stock flaps and there is a big change in nose down pitch when deployed. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net -Original Message- From: Mark Langford Sent: Sunday, February 09, 2014 8:26 PM To: KRnet Subject: KR> belly board flying characteristics? I'm about to h

KR> N6338Z update

for a longer prop. With the 54 inch prop, and in a level attitude I have 14 inches of ground clearance but I am not sure what combination of pitch and length will work best. Its Great to be back in the air. These little planes will keep you grinning. Roger Bulla rbulla2 at wic.net

KR> Aluminum Band Saw

Miter saws work great. Just backup the piece. I also used my table saw for ripping and cross cutting various angles. Then the stationary belt sander. Roger Sent from my iPad > On Dec 26, 2013, at 6:02 PM, Larry Flesner > wrote: > > >> I purchased a metal cutting band sa

KR> getting close

. The joys of buying a project the has already been in the system. I hope to make it to the gathering by commercial flight this year, but depends on some family matters. Roger Bulla Grand Junction, Co rbulla2 at wic.net

KR> KR2 Canopy

, just to tall. On the my KR I have the plans built sling seat and canopy. I lowered the sling seat by changing the attach point to where they just clear the torque tube for the flaps. It will give me enough head room to be able to comfortably fly the plane. Roger Bulla -Original Message

KR> Re: KRnet Digest, Vol 353, Issue 315

This is an unusual manner of comment... I question the manner that "whitehouse.gov" is being utilized... Something is fishy here!!! Roger On 11/17/2011 12:00 AM, krnet-requ...@mylist.net wrote: > Send KRnet mailing list submissions to > kr...@mylist.net > > To subscr

KR> Re: Stock Retracts

resources on fixed gear would be a better way to go. My new kr project has Rand fixed gear. If you still want to pursue the retracts I have the stock gear legs, wheels, mechanical brakes and tires that you are welcome to. Email me if want them. Roger Bulla rbu...@cdmsinc.net

KR> POT OHM OR K?

, Roger On 2:59 PM, Jose Fuentes wrote: > Hi everyone, > > does anyone recommend a good POT OHM/K value for use as a dimmer? I got a > 10k one and well I have to go to the very end to get it to go on and I have > very little room (very fine turn) to dimm while I have 75% of the turn that

KR> HAPI engine for sale.

I have a zero time HAPI 1834 for sale. Posa carb, dual ignition, starter and alternator, stinger exhaust, elephant-foot rockers, windage tray, oil cooler, KR mount. Always stored indoors, oil squirted in plug holes and turned over every couple of years. $3,000.00 OBO. Call Roger at 801-272-7847

KR> Bolt Corrosion

poxy brush and wipe onto the part(s). Cheers, Roger Byrd Mount Airy, MD smwood wrote: > I had to > drill more holes in my KR-2 fire wall. To get access I removed the > engine. Each of the five AN6 engine mount bolts had light corrosion > in the area where the bolt went through the

KR> vw type engine

joemals...@charter.net wrote: > How do I find out if it is type 1 or type 4. > > Quick visual ID... Type 1 has the exhaust ports toward the prop on the front cylinders and toward the rear on the rear cylinders. Type 4 has the exhaust ports on the bottom side of all four cylinders. Cheers!

KR> Re: battery location and cable

no longer had to hand prop in the winter. Just jump in, pull on some choke and start. I would believe that with the with some good cables, the battery location would not make a lot of difference. Besides, how far away can you put a battery on a KR? Roger rbu...@wic.net

KR> Second Crash at MVN

ing around for another KR finished or a project. The Kr is a great aircraft and just a lot of fun to fly and work with. I never kept track, but I probably had 200 - 300 hours maintaining and improving my KR over the years. For those of you building or considering a KR, GO!! It is well worth it. Roger

KR> last few flights...

r - Original Message - From: "bobby burington" To: "KRnet" Sent: Monday, February 09, 2009 7:25 AM Subject: Re: KR> last few flights... He won't need the long range tanks, he's going north to Greenland then a short hop over to Iceland then

KR> HAPI engine for sale

with purchase of engine. Roger @ 801-518-9164 or 42ol...@comcast.net

KR> RE: Dropped valve seat.

As an old Corvair mechanic and driver, let me assure you that floating valve seats is not a rare thing with those engines, although it is more often the exhaust that falls out. This is one of several design faults that made me discard the notion of using one as an aircraft engine. Just my $.02.

KR> Toe in

I used to be an auto mechanic. I did a lot of front end work, and I know that the proper toe on the tires depends on the camber angle. A tire tends to roll in the direction it is leaning, if it is tilted out at the top (positive camber), it will require enough toe-in to counteract this tendency.

KR> Corvairs

My brother runs a garage and towing service. He has 3 Corvairs he will sell, 1962 monza, 1963 sedan, 1965 sedan. I don't know anything about the condition of any of them. You can reach him or his son at (801) 435-477-8004. Located in southern Utah. ---__@ -_'\<,_ (*)/ (*)

KR> new member

Subject: RE: KR> new member Roger, Are youthinking of Bruce Jones, or Ralph Cravens? Bill Higdon > I am Roger Reese. I live in the newly annexed area of Murray. I have a > partially completed KR2 in my garage. You are welcome to look at it if you > would like, or buy it

KR> KR2 project for sale

I must sell my project. KR2 fuselage stretched 7'' on retractable gear with HAPI design locks, tail feathers complete. Outer spars glued up, Dynel to finish. Original cable brakes, dual sticks with aileron bell cranks and wing attach fittings installed. Inspected and signed off to complete.

KR> hole in LE

larry, this is roger mitchell, I work at TWA-AA overhaul in KC Mo, when we do composit repairs we use a perferated plastic on the cloth/resin layup then a solid plastic film, tape down firmly both layers, second larger than the first, and use a plastic applicator to push out any air bubbles

KR>prop for sale

left hand or right hand rotation? what rpm's were you getting? - Original Message - From: Brian Kraut To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Saturday, January 03, 2004 4:06 PM Subject: KR>prop for sale I have a Props Inc. 52-50 prop for sale. It has about 50 hours on it and is in

KR>test flight #4

RPM low? what prop pitch,what engine?? I'm currently doing engine runs on a test stand 2180 with rear drive and ellison carb , indicating approx 4000 RPM ,am working to check cal. heagy 54x50 prop My engine RPM is still low and I think a re-pitch of the prop is in order. Larry Flesner

KR>KR name

MISS LIBERTY - Original Message - From: Brian Kraut To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2003 7:16 PM Subject: KR>KR name Thanks to everyone that suggested a name for my KR. There were some real good ones, but nothing that exactly fit both her looks and her

KR>TANKS IN OUTER WINGS

a 6" tube x 8" long is 1 gal ( 231 sq. in /gal ), I don't think you could fit much in there , aft of spar may work better - Original Message - From: Lee To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2003 10:58 PM Subject: KR>TANKS IN OUTER WINGS Mesa AZ

KR>Belly Board

Justin, Roger here, I'm instrested,pls send dwg's/plans off net to me Besides that I have drawn plans for a Speed brake that I offered to him and anyone else who is intrested. Justin N116JW www.geocities.com/attngrabber14/Home

KR>Bubbles

if you place your cloth on a piece fo heavy visquine plastic, pour on resin, cover with another piece of plastic, the use a puddy squigy to work in the resin till no dry areas remain, removfe from the plastic and install into mold and sqegggy firmly, remove the last piece of plastic after cured

KR>Bubbles

if you place your cloth on a piece fo heavy visquine plastic, pour on resin, cover with another piece of plastic, the use a puddy squigy to work in the resin till no dry areas remain, removfe from the plastic and install into mold and sqegggy firmly, remove the last piece of plastic

KR>use a puddy squigy

my spelling is not my strong suit, go to the auto parts store , buy the item used to apply body puddy,I hope this clears up the comfusion,we use the afore mentioned method at American A/L when doing composit repairs ( epoxy resin/glass repairs) we use a rather stiff squ?,flexable plastic

KR>use a puddy squigy

a puddy knife could possably cut into the plastic overlay sheet, a plastic blade works better,it takes a bit of pressure to to work out all the dry areas Could only be a putty Knife. ( small Trowel)

KR>Curing temperature for epoxy

the cooler temps,tend to slow cure time,two-three days , depeding on what your next step is,if the temp drops in the 30 range might be trouble,plug in a portable electric heater, I've been using safty-poxy on MO. for two years now and seen times when it took three days,my garage is heated

KR>primer and paint

I'm getting dangerously close to primering my KR2S, help me out guys, what products have you used, what advice can you give to make the job easyer,faster,or better? How about metalic paints,good /bad /or indeferent?

KR>Engine Quits

if you check out ellison's instructions, I believe you need to build a pressure box around the carb for proper operation The carb is an Ellison EFA2 designed to be used in the 1835cc VW. Don ___ see KRnet list details at

KR>primer and paint

what is S/P - Original Message - From: Dan Heath To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2003 1:34 PM Subject: RE: KR>primer and paint RE:I plan to use S/P as the only primer.

KR>Building wings..Off the 'plane

RON , if your very careful you can handle the wings with one side,including leading edge glassed. I did both tops of the wings,removed them and did the bottom,I build a rotersery to aid in tis process,I would supply plans for the rotersery to any one interseted for a tail wheel version. could

KR>Storing Wing Skins

most wing racks hold the wings with the cord line upright,to inhibit bowing of the wings I am concerned that having them held by straps might cause them to develop a permanent bend. Is that a possibility -- and is it a problem? Rick Coykendall __ Do

KR>kr2 sportpilot?

just a thought, sailplanes use high aspect ratio,tapered wings,commercial aircraft do the same,a hersey bar is easy to build,but may be ineffficent in compairison and use a larger heaver spar just a thought - Original Message - From: dpurdu...@caldwellmfgco.com To: KR

KR>(no subject)

I'm looking for a ellison EFS-2, if anybody knows of one avaible please let me know, Roger Mitchell @ rpmmo...@msn.com

KR>(no subject)

ces+rfreiberger=swfla.rr@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-bounces+rfreiberger=swfla.rr@mylist.net] On Behalf Of roger mitchell Sent: Monday, November 03, 2003 2:17 PM To: kr net Subject: KR>(no subject) I'm looking for a ellison EFS-2, if anybody knows of one avaible please let me know,

KR>Aircraft lumber

according to faa ,info found in EA-AC43.13, aircraft woods should have grain structure straightness of no more than 1" in 15", there are other woods which could be used but spruce has the most consistant grain structure, and workability. others include: douglas fur,noble fur,western

KR>Fiberglass

FYI boeing aircraft co. instructes fiberglass repairs to be layed up alternating warp by 45 deg. with each layer, to increase the strength of the repaires resistance to delam and riping along the flex line of the part I have been a TWA and AA mechanic for 15 years - Original Message -

KR>Fiberglass

call aircraft spruce 887-477-7823 get a catalog 5.85 oz/sq. yd. p/n 7533-60 seen on page 29 - Original Message - From: Gavin Donohoe To: KR builders and pilots Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2003 3:50 AM Subject: KR>Fiberglass Well I guess all of you have nothing holding

KR>First Flight for N4027Y

congradulations hope you can sleep tonight - Original Message - From: ronev...@aol.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2003 12:28 AM Subject: KR>First Flight for N4027Y Ladies and Gentlemen of the KRNET: It is my proud honor to announce that after 3

KR>First Flight for N4027Y

to set the record straight... my KR2S will be N316RP I havent flown it yet ,hope to start priming next week, engine is great plainses 2180 with their rear drive, I have 30 min. run time on it on a run stand hope to fly b4 the end of the year I was congradulating the owner-operator of N4027Y

KR>Controls

you might consider that most handles are bored to 7/8 or 3/4 dia,soif you plan to use a nice grip you may wish you went smaller with the control post - Original Message - From: Gavin Donohoe To: KR builders and pilots Sent: Sunday, October 26, 2003 3:42 AM Subject:

KR>my web site

bear in mind the farther forward you can place the weight ,the more effective per oz. it will be.on the stab. also a little wit of weigth 10 ft. aft of your C.G. has a large effect - Original Message - From: jsmon...@aol.com To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, October 26, 2003

KR>Whereis?

Can anybody tell me how to contact the Taylors at H.A.P.I? Or whomever is running it now, if anybody.

KR>Rudder Cables.

off the subject, or back to the question, when fiberglassing if you use a hair dryer on high heat/low wind it can help the resin wick into the cloth. it's a good way to keep from using more resin than is needed, paint the surface , lay on the cloth brush or squeggy while applying heat and pull

KR>Bolt question

Mark, a ,an6-6a is a 3/8'sx3/16th grip length, undrilled, you probably need a an6-7a with a couple washers which is 3/8 dia. x 5/16 grip length undrilled . for the aft spar bolts an3-6 with washers , 3/16 dia x 3/8 grip length you should insure that none of the threads are in side

KR>advice

IF YOU CARRY 24GAL'S. OF GAS you could be flying for up to 6 hrs.,do you want to be in there for that long? 12 gal,s may be more reasonable - Original Message - From: Dean Cooper To: KR builders and pilots Sent: Friday, October 24, 2003 4:49 AM Subject: Re: KR>advice

KR>insurance

I fired up my engine for the first time the other day,gp 2180 w/ rear drive,on an run stand. hope to move to a/p in two mos. can you give more info on insurance. - Original Message - From: larry flesner To: KR builders and pilots Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2003 9:14 PM

KR>fairings

oscar I have made a fairing for my kr2s tail wheel,could possably make a mold to reproduce it for those intrested,will try to send a picture of it if you want - Original Message - From: Oscar Zuniga To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Friday, October 17, 2003 1:11 PM Subject:

KR>KR2 project.

Sale fell through, so I have the boat on wheels, tail feathers done, outer spars glued up. Retractable with H.A.P.I. design locks, H.A.P.I. 1834 engine. Paid over $3400.00 for the engine alone. Would like to get $3600.00, but must sell. In Salt Lake City. Roger Reese 801-272-7847

KR>For sale

I have a KR2 project for sale, fuselage on gear. Retractable gear with Taylor locks. Wood and Kevlar to finish; H.A.P.I. 1834 engine with mount and exhaust, never run. Inspected and approved to cover. Located in Salt Lake City, UT. $3600.00 or best offer.