KR> test

2014-05-05 Thread via KRnet
Got an e-mail saying I had excessive bounced e-mails and had to reply to that e-mail. What's happening? Larry Flesner

KR> Shop equipment - air compressors

2014-05-05 Thread via KRnet

KR> Shop equipment - air compressors

2014-05-05 Thread via KRnet
I got the big 60 gallon compressor years ago when I was having neighbor issues with noise. My thinking was that with the big 60 gallon tank that I could run it before it got too late then shut it off and still have air to work at night without the compressor running. Also put it in the shed

KR> Henni's extremely modified KR2

2014-05-06 Thread via KRnet
>1. a KR2 that weighs less or same than the first one built by Kend Rand >himself. >Sure , its simple.. >The use of carbon fiber, aluminum spars and a wider wing cord to widen the >cg..

KR> Compression

2014-05-06 Thread via KRnet
You will get 100 different answers if you ask 100 people here. Best to call GPAS and ask Steve and he can tell you for each engine size what he would recommend for whatever minimum octane you plan to use.

KR> Put your name in the "from" box!

2014-05-06 Thread via KRnet
At 07:38 PM 5/6/2014, you wrote: >And this goes to show me that going off half-cocked is never a good idea. Mark Langford Mark, I've never known you to do anything "half way" so going off half-cocked was a bit out of character. You need

KR> Good news

2014-05-06 Thread via KRnet
My wife called me and said I got a letter from the FAA. I finely got my medical certificate. It's a one year but that's fine. Now I can build my plane and not have that thought in the back of my head that I my not even get to fly it. For right now I can go rent a $125.00 an hour 172. : (

KR> KR Newsletters

2014-05-07 Thread via KRnet
GrazafratzI thought that I could follow instructions; yet, I am via KRNet again. - Original Message - From: "via KRnet" To: "Mark Langford" , "KRnet" Sent: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 7:33:38 AM Subject: Re: KR> KR Newsletters Mark, I agree.

KR> name issue

2014-05-07 Thread via KRnet
At 01:26 PM 5/7/2014, you wrote: >What about this.. ? When writing just sign your name and e mail address, >Doran Jaffas > +++ Under the new setup, the e-mail address of the sender appears with the KRnet address when

KR> test

2014-05-08 Thread via KRnet
test Robert Pesak

KR> Most heavy engine

2014-05-08 Thread via KRnet
> I am able to lay my hands on a good 160hp Continental engine, > complete with prop & running. >Henni +++ Henni, In my 25 year exposure to KR's and having built one with an 0-200, I would ABSOLUTELY NOT RECOMMEND going

KR> Drag????

2014-05-09 Thread via KRnet
Doran, I don't know about other aircraft, but I do know that the KR is one slick little bird. It took me a while to accept the fact that it needed some drag for landing. The reason is because when you are set up on final and have the appropriate attitude to maintain the speed you want, you

KR> Drag????

2014-05-09 Thread via KRnet
> I AM curious about >all the talk of adding drag to the KR to slow it down. > I have flown several low drag / clean aircraft without flaps and >never had any unnerving problems with landing. > Doran > On the first flight in my KR,

KR> Drag????

2014-05-09 Thread via KRnet
At 01:59 PM 5/9/2014, you wrote: >I still used my flaps almost EVERY landing. The few times I didn't >use them (just to stay proficient), I felt like I was landing downwind! + I landed down wind once

KR> Bob Lee's passing

2014-05-09 Thread via KRnet
As Jeff Scott expressed, Bob was one of the good guys. Bob helped me with the nine Gatherings at Mt. Vernon by hosting the KR Gathering web page. He was always Johnny on the spot in responding to my request to post updates to the site and made all the changes requested. I don't ever

KR> Drag????

2014-05-11 Thread via KRnet
At 03:14 AM 5/11/2014, you wrote: >no one has the right to belittle others, especially for trivialities. ++ P.S. With 500+ hours flight time in a KR, there is nothing "trivial" about deployable drag for landing. Our strong opinions are based

KR> Put your name in the "from" box!

2014-05-11 Thread via KRnet
> >-- >Steph and his dad are building the >KR-2S see http://www.masttotaalconcept.nl/kr2 > +++ Ever since I first saw the photos I've considered the three Dutch KR's to be among the finest I've ever seen. Nice looking

KR> drag?

2014-05-11 Thread via KRnet
Doran, I'm sorry you felt threatened or challenged by our rather frank answers to a question asked on the net. Our response was based on thousands of hours flight time in KR's. While your statement "I have flown several low drag / clean aircraft without flaps and never had any unnerving

KR> email test

2014-05-11 Thread via KRnet
>Sorry to do another test but I haven't gotten an email since the 6th. Just >making sure I'm still alive. >Ray ++ Your test came through to the net. You should get two replies, one from the net and one personal. Larry Flesner

KR> > trim tab size/Ray Allen

2014-05-12 Thread via KRnet
>The reason I know is because in N56ML, the three LEDs slightly >"north" of the middle are dead on mine, killed by radio frequency energy. +++ My LED indicator got toasted early on like Mark's,

KR> Rudder pedals

2014-05-12 Thread via KRnet
>. The 5/8 x .035" tubing seems a >bit "springy" to me. Did everyone else use this tubing for their rudder >pedals or did you go up to .049"? +++ The .035 tubing is o.k. but REINFORCE THE 90 DEGREE CORNERS on the side to side runs. The

KR> Rudder pedals

2014-05-13 Thread via KRnet

KR> Rudder pedals

2014-05-13 Thread via KRnet
Mine broke also. My KR had at least 100 hours on it with the old mechanical brakes and a pull cable. I added hydraulic brakes on the rudder pedals and I snapped a joint like Larry during my initial taxii testing and almost took out some lights at the end of the runway. What I did was to get

KR> trim tab light

2014-05-13 Thread via KRnet
Hi everyone, For the longest time I couldn't figure out what? was making my trim indicator light flicker when I keyed the mike. I did use shielded wire on everything but noticed I didn't ground it to the panel. Great information! ? http://s449.photobucket.com/user/rkpsk1/library/ Robert

KR> test

2014-05-15 Thread via KRnet
this is a test. this is only a test. if this were an actual e-mail you would have been advised of a technical matter relating to the KR series of aircraft. We are now returning to e-mails of trivial and inconsequential nature. Larry Flesner * testing to see if my name appears in the

KR> Rudder pedals

2014-05-15 Thread via KRnet
Quoting Phill Hill: "Hi guys, I'm working on my rudder pedals. The 5/8 x .035" tubing seems a bit "springy" to me. Did everyone else use this tubing for their rudder pedals or did you go up to .049?" Sparky lost his first KR to having the tubing called for in the plans. A gust caught him when

KR> Sanding Blocks

2014-05-16 Thread via KRnet
Another suggestion that I used is the stuff they sell to keep you from slipping - comes rough and has a sticky back. Paul N7970K - Original Message - From: "Adam Tippin via KRnet" To: "KRnet" Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2014 10:38:47 PM Subject: Re: KR> Sandi

KR> Rudder pedals

2014-05-16 Thread via KRnet
> >My KR rudder pedals have no tubing, just cables running directly back to >the rudder >Mike Stirewalt +++ What are the cables attached to and what transfers the movement of your feet to the cables? Larry Flesner

KR> New email program

2014-05-17 Thread via KRnet
Maybe it's because I get digest mode (and I'm not about to change that), but none of what you are saying below works with my particular email setup. Yes, Mark has done all of us a great service for many years now. Thanks Mark. Mike KSEE Laser147 at Juno.com If you

KR> Priming

2014-05-21 Thread via KRnet
Yes, the EFS-2 is perfect for the VW and that is what I tried to get accross to Ben Ellison. He stated that the reason is because builders see the Revflow and AeroCarbs being cheaper and think they are getting the same thing, so they didn't buy the Ellison. Thus. Regarding the Rotec, I

KR> Progress

2014-05-30 Thread via KRnet
Subject: Re: KR> Progress From: Sid Wood via KRnet List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: Thu, May 29, 2014 1:33 pm To: Made the first ground engine run after: the engine re-location (to adjust CG), installing new RevMaster oil cooler, oil pump (to control high oil temps), moving the fuel p

KR> How do you test a transponder?

2014-06-03 Thread via KRnet
I agree with everyone that said wait until you are about 2 days away from your install date. Regs and equipment capability are changing all the time. But I had a need to check the transponder and encoder output in my old airplane where I had an intermittent issue that the shops could not

Re: KR> opinions on spars

2017-02-01 Thread Wayne via KRnet
Bob, Those spars look to be water stained. If true, then the plywood would be suspect. The ply can be removed and replaced. Good luck, Wayne DeLisle Sr. KR> opinions on spars. piney at mymts.net piney at mymts.net Wed Feb 1 07:24:00 EST 2017 HI All; I tried to post some pictures of

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-02-02 Thread Bill Jacobs via KRnet
2:18 PM, Sid Wood via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: Lead can be melted with direct application of a propane torch. ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info a

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-02-02 Thread Sid Wood via KRnet
Lead can be melted with direct application of a propane torch. That does tend to oxidize the lead, so you do get more slag. Solder is a mixture of lead and tin. These will oxidize at different rates under the torch flame. That could change the mixture ratio of the solder. Maybe not a big

Re: KR> Cockpit vacuum gauge

2017-02-02 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
    Jeff said, > "I don't think the manifold pressure gauge [vacuum gauge] is going to tell you much other than your throttle setting for a given altitude." It won't even do that if you fly wide open throttle - which if above 8K I assume everyone does. Steve Bennett had a chart that showed

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-02-02 Thread Mark Wegmet via KRnet
krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Sid Wood via KRnet Sent: Thursday, February 2, 2017 1:17 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Sid Wood Subject: Re: KR> Melting lead Lead can be melted with direct application of a propane torch. That does tend to oxidize the lead, so you do get more slag. Solder

Re: KR> help, nothing comes ( PS)

2017-02-01 Thread gluejam via KRnet
OOPS - was meant for dm.laverick directly, not the group. --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please

Re: KR> help, nothing comes ( PS)

2017-02-01 Thread gluejam via KRnet
, maybe adding krnet.org to your mailing list would work. If it is something else peculiar to Windows 10, I am ignorant of that system so of no assistance there. George On 2/1/2017 1:13 PM, Don Laverick via KRnet wrote: Sent from Mail for Windows 10

KR> Mike Stirewalt

2017-01-31 Thread Dave Anderson via KRnet
Hello there. Mike, would you please contact me? I have a few KR-1.5 questions. Regards, Dave Anderson ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at

Re: KR> dual plugs

2017-01-31 Thread Rob Schmitt via KRnet
-Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Robert Russell via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2017 6:57 AM To: KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: pi...@mymts.net Subject: KR> dual plugs I have a pair of heads for 2180 VW and it appears that they are

KR> dual plugs

2017-01-31 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
I have a pair of heads for 2180 VW and it appears that they are machined for dual plugs but I am bit confused because the secondary holes are drilled and have tubes that come up into the valve cover area. I don't see how plugs can be used there unless the tubes are supposed to be extended up

Re: KR> dual plugs

2017-01-31 Thread jibby212--- via KRnet
Check out the revmaster heads their website. -Original Message- From: Robert Russell via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: piney <pi...@mymts.net> Sent: Tue, Jan 31, 2017 7:57 am Subject: KR> dual plugs I have a pair

Re: KR> wheel alignment

2017-01-31 Thread Gary via KRnet
Thanks to all for the insight into wheel alignment specific to your KR handling. -- *Gary * /Soli Deo Gloria/ ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at

KR> opinions on spars

2017-02-01 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
HI All; I tried to post some pictures of spars that I picked up in a parts buy and am wondering about thoughts on cleaning these up for eventual use. I have been sanding some and it seems to work fairly well but very tedious. It does not seem like mould but I could be wrong, is this something

KR> cockpit vacuum gauge

2017-01-31 Thread Craig Williams via KRnet
Anyone running a vacuum gauge in their panel. Is it not an indicator of engine health, valves etc Craig ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html.

Re: KR> cockpit vacuum gauge

2017-01-31 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
  I have a manifold pressure gauge in my KR. It's nice for fine tuning throttle settings and calculating percent power, but it's only there as a personal preference and is completely unnecessary without a constant speed prop. Can't say that I would be able to diagnose valve issues or engine

KR> KR2 For Sale

2017-01-31 Thread Matt Lenz via KRnet
Please go to Barnstormers to see my KR2 for sale. I need to dig out of a financial hole, so please tell anyone you know who may interested in a complete KR2 for $11,500. This plane was built in 1995, has 164 hours and has been hanger stored since 2012 when it was last flown. I've owned it

KR> Why messages appear empty - it's probably not "plain text"

2017-02-02 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
The number one reason why posts show up with nothing in them is because the message was sent as HTML, rather than plain text. The system doesn't pass HTML because HTML requires a lot more bandwidth to transfer, which means higher data rates (which is important for folks with limited data plans or

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-02-02 Thread Mark Wegmet via KRnet
Forgot to mention - not a household oven, but an industrial oven - 63/37 SnPb weighs in at about 570#/cu. Ft. -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Mark Wegmet via KRnet Sent: Thursday, February 2, 2017 6:38 PM To: 'KRnet' Cc: Mark Wegmet; 'Sid

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-02-02 Thread brian.kraut--- via KRnet
Subject: Re: KR> Melting lead From: Parley T Byington via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Date: Sat, January 28, 2017 1:56 pm To: "krnet@list.krnet.org" <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: Parley T Byington <byington1...@embarqmail.com> Date: Saturday, Jan.28,2017 S

KR> help, nothing comes

2017-02-01 Thread Don Laverick via KRnet
Sent from Mail for Windows 10 ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change

KR> Cockpit vacuum gauge

2017-02-02 Thread Mike Stirewalt via KRnet
Jeff said, > "I don't think the manifold pressure gauge [vacuum gauge] is going to tell you much other than your throttle setting for a given altitude." It won't even do that if you fly wide open throttle - which if above 8K I assume everyone does. Steve Bennett had a chart that showed what

Re: KR> Mike Stirewalt

2017-02-01 Thread Mike Arnold via KRnet
Hi Dave I will do what I can, my friend though actually ones one On Jan 31, 2017 10:46 PM, "Dave Anderson via KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > Hello there. Mike, would you please contact me? I have a few KR-1.5 > questions. > >

Re: KR> DAR inspections

2017-01-22 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
Bob, In the US, a DAR inspection is the only FAA inspection required on an Amateur Built Aircraft, and is only performed after the aircraft is completed. All other inspections are typically by an EAA Tech Counselor and are strictly voluntary... i.e. not required. Even the Tech Counselor

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-22 Thread Chris Gardiner via KRnet
Approx,. 9 3/4 to 10 inches vertically from bottom of engine pan to bottom of collector joint. Hard to measure without removing the lower cowling at this time. Chris Sent from my iPad > On Jan 22, 2017, at 8:38 AM, Mark Langford via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> > wrote: > &

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-22 Thread Wayne Baker via KRnet
I have a Revmaster 2100 for sale with a 4/ Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 22, 2017, at 7:29 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> > wrote: > > Chris Gardiner wrote: > > > Approx,. 9 3/4 to 10 inches vertically from bottom of engine pan to bottom > >

Re: KR> Archives

2017-01-23 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
Robert Russell wrote: > Is there a new link to the archives? I keep getting a not found message when > I click on the link at the KRNet Page. There is a new archive link now. I'll update the website tonight. The Tugantek archive has been down for months, and we're unsure if it'll ever be

KR> Archives

2017-01-23 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
Is there a new link to the archives? I keep getting a not found message when I click on the link at the KRNet Page. Thanks Bob ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at

Re: KR> Archives

2017-01-23 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
Thanks to both John and Mark for the info .Bob - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford via KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: "KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: m...@n56ml.com Sent: Monday, January 23, 2017 6:56:52 AM Subject: Re: KR> Archives Robe

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-23 Thread Tommy Waymack via KRnet
will get you flying and buy some time for better fix.Tommy W. On Sun, Jan 22, 2017 at 11:49 PM, Wayne Baker via KRnet < krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > I have a Revmaster 2100 for sale with a 4/ > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jan 22, 2017, at 7:29 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet

Re: KR> DAR inspections

2017-01-22 Thread Paul Visk via KRnet
not buy it without a builders log. You're buying nothing but a problem.  Paul Visk Belleville Il. 618-406-4705 Original message From: Robert Russell via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Date: 1/22/17 8:05 AM (GMT-06:00) To: KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: pi...@mymts.net

KR> disassembly

2017-01-22 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
I guess I should have asked also n my previous email if anyone has had to open up box spars or remove the stub wings or any other disassembly with good results. By that I mean to be able to then re use those parts. I am wondering how much of a project can be saved if I have to take it apart at

Re: KR> DAR inspections

2017-01-22 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
maybe the fuselage but if not just plan to build all that from scratch. Bob Wpg. - Original Message - From: "Paul Visk via KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: "KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: "Paul Visk" <ppaul...@aol.com> Sent: Sunday,

Re: KR> Tailwheel assembly

2017-01-22 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
You can order direct or through your favorite aircraft parts vendor. If your spring is mounted at a non-standard angle, they will be happy to make one to fit your plane. Choose between the 4" solid tail wheel or the 6" semi-pneumatic tailwheel (hollow inside to make a bit softer).

Re: KR> DAR inspections

2017-01-24 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
Thanks that is very helpful although I might be single after that! Bob - Original Message - From: Patrick Driscoll via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: Patrick Driscoll <patric...@usfamily.net> Sent: Tue, 24 Jan 2017 09:56:41 -0500 (ES

Re: KR> Archives

2017-01-24 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
No problems accessing from work... nice job guys Bob - Original Message - From: "Robert Russell via KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: "KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: pi...@mymts.net Sent: Monday, January 23, 2017 9:09:01 PM Subject: Re: KR> Ar

Re: KR> Archives

2017-01-23 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
I have not had any trouble accessing it from home,will try from work tomorrow. It looks good. Bob - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford via KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: "KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: "Mark Langford" <m...@n56ml.c

Re: KR> Progress !

2017-01-23 Thread Robin Macdonald via KRnet
ifferent they may need end for end balancing, Good luck Robin -Original Message- From: Larry Flesner via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2017 12:07 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Larry Flesner Subject: KR> Progress ! I was unable to get my 5 inch prop extension of

Re: KR> Archives

2017-01-23 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
>> Is there a new link to the archives? The new KRnet email archive is at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. I've had problems accessing it from work, likely because they think it's a malware site or something, so there may be issues still, but we're working on it. Mark

KR> Flight Training

2017-01-24 Thread bjoenunley via KRnet
What aircraft can I fly that will prepare me for flying a KR2? Joe Nunley  Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at

Re: KR> Flight Training

2017-01-24 Thread Dan via KRnet
, Dan League City, TX -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Ronald Wright via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2017 10:03 PM To: KRnet Cc: Ronald Wright Subject: Re: KR> Flight Training I would highly recommend the Yankee. I owned one for ye

KR> wheel alignment

2017-01-26 Thread Gary via KRnet
Does anyone know of archive information or wish to share regarding wheel alignment for KR tail wheel configurations? Wheels straight, toe in or out? (In level attitude or all wheels down.) And what about camber? How is the handling for width of wheel base vs. length from mains to tail?

Re: KR> stall speed

2017-01-26 Thread Larry Flesner via KRnet
At 01:34 AM 1/26/2017, you wrote: My only excuse is that I started mixing GPS speed with IAS, and that I'm getting dumber by the day... Mark Langford And more informative. Some of us never catch our mistakes. We

KR> stall speed

2017-01-25 Thread Robert Russell via KRnet
What are realistic stall speeds with flaps? Bob R ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see

Re: KR> Archives

2017-01-25 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
  Ron, That's the way it's supposed to work... in theory. The reality is that many FSDOs simply don't have the manpower to do amateur built inspections. I have seen guys get held up for a year waiting on FSDO to do an inspection because they wouldn't cough up the $500+ travel expenses to

KR> wheel alignment

2017-01-26 Thread Wayne via KRnet
Gary, Go to Mark Langford's site here. http://www.n56ml.com/kgear.html Everything you need to know about the subect. -- Wayne DeLisle Sr. wdelislesr at carolina dot rr dot com KR> wheel alignment Gary gary769rv at verizon.net Thu Jan 26 09:43:09 EST 2017 Does anyone know of archive

Re: KR> wheel alignment

2017-01-26 Thread Paul Visk via KRnet
Larry wrote:  width ?  Generally speaking the wider the better and the more length from mains to tail wheel the better. But not too wide.  The maximum width you can be on the road when you trailer it with out permits is 8'6".  Paul Visk Belleville Il. 618-406-4705

KR> KR2S O-200 Flight

2017-01-27 Thread svd via KRnet
Put together a little video on yesterday’s flight: https://youtu.be/k5kWkv-Es_s ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see

KR> contact

2017-01-27 Thread Raymond Fuenzalida via KRnet
Sorry to bother the group. Looking for Brad Stone in McComb. Please send me a private response. Just some build questions. Thanks, Ray_pilot New Orleans ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES

Re: KR> In-flight Fire

2017-01-30 Thread Kayak Chris via KRnet
I never liked header tank in the KR and planned to leave it out. I also vote to get the fuel way out in the wings. And wear a chute. > reaffirms my decision to eliminate a header tank and put all fuel in the > outboard wing tanks. > > I wish your friend a speedy recovery. > > Larry Flesner > >

Re: KR> In-flight Fire

2017-01-30 Thread Raymond Fuenzalida via KRnet
Terrible as it is, he is the luckiest guy around. Kept his head straight. Better to recover from an injury than the alternative. And mine has a header tank. May have to rethink things. Ray_pilot New Orleans On Mon, Jan 30, 2017 at 12:28 PM, Kayak Chris via KRnet < krnet@list.krnet.org>

Re: KR> In-flight Fire

2017-01-30 Thread bjoenunley via KRnet
I don't worry a lot about fire, never have.  I do wear a fire retardant long sleeve shirt most of the time in the winter to keep me warm, but it probably won't do much good if it got real hot.  A fire extinguisher and a parachute is probably the best option for in flight fire response but a

KR> engine progress

2017-01-30 Thread Oscar Zuniga via KRnet
Larry: nice choice of colors for your engine. Seems like we think alike. Here's how my A75 overhaul turned out after Jeff Scott's hands and wrenches were all over it: http://www.flysquirrel.net/piets/engine/Pictur118.jpg Firewall

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread Gary via KRnet
I found it easy with a tin can and propane torch. Sent from my iPad > On Jan 28, 2017, at 1:06 AM, Ken Hurley via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> > wrote: > > So when the wife takes cooking utensil and makes contact with skull you > are now officially called a "pot h

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread bjoenunley via KRnet
》what your wife considers an old pot is. 》Be forewarned. When it comes to the pan I learned the hard way.  I was interrogated after the led melting operation had begun.  We needed a new pan anyway.   My fishing weights melted just fine on the stove but I haven't been fishing since.  I also used

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread Lawrence Bell via KRnet
but it hold the led long enough to form a nice weight. On Sat, Jan 28, 2017 at 5:42 AM, Gary via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > I found it easy with a tin can and propane torch. > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Jan 28, 2017, at 1:06 AM, Ken Hurley via KRnet <kr

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
Paul Visk wrote: > How do you melt a 5 lbs chunk of lead on the stove? I melted mine on a small standalone hot plate (so I could do it outside). The pot was a thin one with a lid, and it did take a long time, but it worked. This hot pad is a cheapo thing that's probably 50 years old, with

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-28 Thread Wayne Baker via KRnet
To finish- I have a Revmaster 2100 with a 4-1 exhaust for sale. Top overhaul, dual mags, oil filter/ cooler, Tennessee prop, new starter, etc. $4500 Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 22, 2017, at 7:29 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> > wrote: > > Ch

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-28 Thread Randy Smith via KRnet
and it lasted quit a long time. On Saturday, January 28, 2017 8:57 AM, Mark Langford via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: I gave up trying to find an exhaust system that even vaguely resembles what I have on N891JF.  I'm going to have to build another one that replicates it, un

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread Paul Visk via KRnet
Thanks for all the advice from one pothead.  I guess I was a little impatient. I'll cut this hunk down into littler pieces. That will help.  Paul ViskBelleville Il. 618-406-4705 ___ Search the KRnet Archives at

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread Chris Kinnaman via KRnet
Maybe you could cut the exact shape & size you need. On 1/28/2017 8:47 AM, Paul Visk via KRnet wrote: Thanks for all the advice from one pothead. I guess I was a little impatient. I'll cut this hunk down into littler pieces. That will help. Paul ViskBelleville Il. 618-406-

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread n357cj via KRnet
I feel like I cheated... I borrowed a lead melting kit from one of my plumbing contractors. If i remember correctly it was a small cast iron laddle with a pour lip on top of a stand of some sort with a propane torch with a larger flame head underneath. It only took several minutes to get it

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-28 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
I gave up trying to find an exhaust system that even vaguely resembles what I have on N891JF. I'm going to have to build another one that replicates it, unless I want to remove the engine, completely reconfigure the firewall and intake system, etc. Building a new system, as painful as that

Re: KR> KR2S O-200 Flight

2017-01-27 Thread Mike Sylvester via KRnet
Great video. Mike Sylvester kr2s builder Birmingham,AL. Cell no.205-966-3854 From: KRnet <krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org> on behalf of svd via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 2:04 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: svd Subje

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-27 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
Or you might want to consider using lead shot mixed with epoxy resin and either flox or milled fibers.  Makes it easy to mold to shape cold.  Lead is a distinctly unhealthy material to be melting.  -Jeff Scott Los Alamos, NM   Subject: KR> Melting lead First a comment before my

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-27 Thread Ken Hurley via KRnet
So when the wife takes cooking utensil and makes contact with skull you are now officially called a "pot head"! On Jan 27, 2017 11:09 PM, "Bill Masquelier via KRnet" <krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > I melt lead easily over an old Coleman camping stove in an

KR> Melting lead

2017-01-27 Thread Paul Visk via KRnet
First a comment before my question.  In the book it says to use an old pot to melt lead down for the aileron counter weight.  I'll give you some advise. What you consider an old pot is might be different then what your wife considers an old pot is. Be forewarned How do you melt a 5 lbs chunk

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-27 Thread Bill Masquelier via KRnet
I melt lead easily over an old Coleman camping stove in an old (junk) pot- no problem Bill Masquelier From: KRnet <krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org> on behalf of Paul Visk via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 7:26 PM To: KR

Re: KR> Melting lead

2017-01-28 Thread Ronald Wright via KRnet
protection. Ron From: Mike T via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> To: KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> Cc: Mike T <mctagli...@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2017 2:10 PM Subject: Re: KR> Melting lead I have melted lead many times on the stove and I think all my br

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