KR> CHT Probe Location

Sid, I have a 2180 VW and use the inside aft head bolt and I think the temp is supposed to run around 230 - 280, or something like that. Steve Bennett can give you the exact number, or I can look in my manual and find it for you, if you like. I put it under the plug on my first KR, and found

KR> KR1 3 views

KR2 on page 1-3 of the N64KR Flight Information manual at: http://krbuilder.org/WeightAndBalance/WB_Documents.html James Neely wrote: = I've been searching all over the place looking for 3 view drawings of the KR1, or even the KR2 would be good. Does

KR> Corvair College

Only if I get if finished and installed on the plane. For now, it is just a side project. I think, for the most part, it is a pretty neat engine. The VW does have some things that are a lot better, like the accessory case, but I think with the fifth bearing options, it is now a viable option

KR> Carbon fibre cloth

Larry is absolutely correct, except that I think it is now 5 times more expensive, for no gain. From: Larry Flesner List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2007/05/31 Thu PM 12:27:38 CDT To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Carbon fibre cloth At 07:42 AM 5/31/2007,

KR> RE: help with aileron linkage (John)

It is all right on this page. http://krbuilder.org/Aileron/AileronLinkage/index.html Dan From: John List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2007/05/25 Fri AM 07:48:26 CDT To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> RE: help with aileron linkage (John) Is it possible

KR> Results from Break IN run with new carb location and intakemanifold

The richest of the two is #3, and the one only slightly rich is #1. They are on opposite sides, on the prop end. I am using an Ellison EFS-2. The two aft cylinders, #2 and #4, are nice and clean. From: "Brian Kraut" With two cylinders on the same side rich

KR> Wheel Pants

There are several of us working on that now. I am sure that Mark L. will document what he is doing, and I will, as I get to it. Just putting the two halves together is a trick. My problem is going to be dealing with the Matco wheel and brake installation on the Diehl gear bracket and then

KR> Canopy frame

Just remember that radio waves do not travel through carbon fiber. Regular cloth works very well for that purpose and costs 5 times less and you only have to use one layer. From: "Chris Johnston" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2007/01/25 Thu PM 03:36:29 CST To:

KR> Remove my name from mail list

Did you not see this: to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net At the bottom of every message. From: S Davis List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/12/20 Wed PM 03:07:22 CST To: Subject: KR> Remove my name from mail list

KR> Re: retracts

If you could completely close up the hole into which the gear retracts, it would be faster, but all that stuff still hanging out there with that big open hole, is what makes it about 5mph slower. - I don't see how Diehl's gear, or any gear,

KR> landing gear

What gear do you have? From: mar...@simerson.net List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/11/09 Thu AM 11:37:35 CST To: "KRnet" Subject: KR> landing gear Hi all Ok a slight change in plans, I was planing on going with a tricycle landing gear but after talking with people I

KR> KR2 Conventional to Tricycle gear conversion

I have converted the old retract to both the Grove type and the Diehl. I agree, the Grove is much easier to do. It does cost more and weigh more. Dan Heath ---original message I would echo Brian's opinion. The Grove gear would make a simpler installation.

KR> Wt & Balance

, go to the menu item for W & B and Documents. If you have any questions, direct them to me at da...@alltel.net From: "Bill Hawkins" <bhawk...@bgaa.org> List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/08/31 Thu AM 11:39:54 CDT To: "'KRnet'" <kr...@mylist.net> S

KR> Messed Up

Sorry, I forgot to kill all the extra stuff from that last post. I use web mail here at work and I can't see all the stuff as well as I can at home. I know, no excuses. Dan.

KR> Dan Heath's First Flight

I should have logged all those landings because my local airport restrictions are that I have to have 15 to a full stop before I can depart on 31. The wing rocking was part of the plan as was the slight nose down and up, to check the effectiveness of the controls before continuing the flight.

KR> the ONLY sensible place

Anybody can pick any place that they want and it is ONLY sensible, if they think that it is sensible. If it makes sense to you to use the tailwheel, you can do it. However, if you want to keep from making an easy job, difficult, just get one of the spread sheets that are available, check the

KR> the only ABSOLUTE

The thing is, that it does not matter what Joe or Bill know, it only matters what I know and can back up with numbers, in case the FAA requests that information. I have to carry a CG document with me for every flight during testing. So, I just put the gallons of fuel and my weight on that

KR> Further Note to Eurethane Glue Use

Hey, Peter, do really think that it is only worth 2 cents? Just my two cents worth. PJ ___ 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

KR> New Photos

I wonder what that windshield is made of. Looks like Lexan or very thin plexi. From: "Mark Jones" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/08/21 Mon AM 08:24:38 CDT To: "KR Net \(E-mail\)" Subject: KR> New Photos If you would like to see a size

KR> flaps

Mark, Could the same general mechanism, including the motor, be used for a belly board? No, I'm not gonna put it on now, in fact, I am hoping for the first flight to be this weekend. Just planning for the future. Please put the other pics on your site, I would like to see them also. Dan

KR> flap/speedbrake handle

Mark, What "thing" would that be? Does RR have plans for the belly board? Or are you referring to the RR plans for the flap handle? From: "Mark Langford" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/08/23 Wed AM 07:37:38 CDT To: "KRnet" Subject: KR>

KR> C5 down under

I heard that a group did that one year, and went to Oshkosh with all their planes. Subject: KR> C5 down under was Gathering location "I wish we could take a C5a with all the krs loaded in plus all our bodies"

KR> C5 down under

I heard that a group did that one year, and went to Oshkosh with all their planes. Subject: KR> C5 down under was Gathering location "I wish we could take a C5a with all the krs loaded in plus all our bodies"

KR> NACA air scoop for engine air intake

What is the opening to your carb? I would make it that size or larger for the SCEET. From: "Serge VIDAL" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/08/07 Mon AM 08:09:21 CDT To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> NACA air scoop for engine air intake I have to make a NACA

KR> still searching

l...@juno.com> List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/07/31 Mon AM 07:07:59 CDT To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: Re: KR> still searching On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 22:12:17 -0400 (Eastern Daylight Time) "Dan Heath" <da...@alltel.net> writes: > Joe, > > All I can tell

KR> Shim Removal

Well, someone on the net suggested using knives and Steve B. said that I should just give it a good whack. So I swipped a big knife from the kitchen drawer and went down this morning and put the knife between the jug and shim and gave it a good whack. It came loose on the first whack, so I

KR> First Flight Postponed

Well, that did not last long. As I posted last night, yesterday morning, due to my paranoia about sudden engine stoppage, I decided to run the engine wide open for 3 minutes. Well, at 2.5 min., it started getting hot, and before I realized it, it started getting real hot, real fast. So I

KR> Retractable no more

No one in their right mind would ever switch out a fixed gear on a KR to go back to the retract. If you find someone who wants to buy it from you, you will do yourself and that person a favour by selling it to them. From: "Charles Burgoon" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org

KR> Excess Items from rebuild!

I'll take the radio on approval that it works satisfactorily. Do you have pics or a web site where I can see it? From: "Brian G. Douglas" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/07/11 Tue PM 01:31:50 CDT To: "KRnet" Subject: KR> Excess Items from rebuild!

KR> the IN-Crowd

Hey, I have decided to wait to fly mine so I can convert to a Corvair. Enough of this, being an outcast. I am building the engine now and should have it converted in about 6 to 8 months. From: "Mark Jones" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/07/07 Fri AM

KR> FIRST FLIGHT

Were you there? Got pics? From: "Larry H." List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/07/03 Mon PM 01:20:21 CDT To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> FIRST FLIGHT I thought some of you may be interested to know that there was another KR2 that made its maiden flight on Saturday

KR> Fw: KR parking Oshkosh '06

Just another reason why I don't really care if I ever show up at Oshkosh again. From: James Ferris List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/06/23 Fri AM 08:53:36 CDT To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: Re: KR> Fw: KR parking Oshkosh '06 Yea!! and Cessna hasn't done anything new in

KR> Formation pics

Dana, In the last pic, the diamond of diamonds, in the 2nd line, 2nd from the top, that looks like Papa Juliet, James Clark, and in the 4th line, 3rd from the top, it looks like Ken Harrill. These guys practice all the time, and received their "black belt" of formation flying from the FFA,

KR> need for speed

lyk...@wi.rr.com Visit my NEW KR-2S CorvAIRCRAFT web site at www.flykr2s.com - Original Message - From: "Dan Heath" <da...@alltel.net> To: <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2006 4:27 AM Subject: KR> need for speed > Maybe convert to convent

KR> Powder Coating

I would not do it. If the powder coating were to chip off under the head of the bolt or nut, then you would not have same tension on the bolt. From: Scott William List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/06/08 Thu AM 07:37:01 CDT To: KRnet Subject: KR>

KR> KR360

My thought exactly. For what he spent on that, you could probably get a Lancair IVP. From: Larry Flesner List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/05/11 Thu AM 07:42:23 CDT To: KRnet Subject: KR> KR360 At 10:08 PM 5/10/2006, you wrote: >You clipped off

KR> A few questions before I buy the plans

If I had the money, that is exactly what would be on my plane, or maybe the 3300. It is just too expensive. I am sure that it is worth every penny, but when there are VW and Corvair available for 1/4th the price, it is hard for most builders to justify. From: JAMES DUFF

KR> LSA KR-Thanks!

I have a friend who is close to completing a 601. Personally, I don't like it. That center, flip over stick, looks like it could really be a problem. The plane is big and looks bulky. It costs as much as an RV. All the parts did not fit well. This guy has completed 4 RVs and this was a

KR> LSA KR

I recommend that if you want an ELSA, go Sonex. Otherwise, you will have to design a 1up, yourself. As far as I know, this has not yet been done. Building an airplane is difficult enough and if you are not an aeronautical engineer, you may not want to get into the design business. From:

KR> video

It is a real shame that we cannot share interesting things with others on the net, without getting lectures about things that we all already know. However, I did not see any KRs flying down that river. - A lot of these stunts are not just

Réf. : Re: KR> Making neat dual sticks without a single weld

How will you deal with the natural stretching that will occur in the cables? From: Serge VIDAL List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/25 Tue AM 06:45:28 CDT To: KRnet Subject: Réf. : Re: KR> Making neat dual sticks without a single weld My set-up

KR> Rand to Diehl engine mount adapter

Go here http://krbuilder.org/FirewallForward/index.html 3rd pic. Used aluminum rod and had a machinest cut and drill. Dan From: "Brad Ankerstar" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/19 Wed AM 08:50:53 CDT To: "KRnet" Subject: KR> Rand to

KR> Fuselage

FUSELAGE? From: VIRGIL N SALISBURY List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/20 Thu PM 01:10:17 CDT To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: Re: KR> Fuselage No, not a Miami bunch, Virg On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 09:25:18 -0700 (PDT) bo...@hatconversions.com writes: > Virg, >Did

KR> peel ply

You are correct, but that is not the only use, and if you don't use it, you can sand and then add the next layer. From: Pitts Eric MSgt 181FW/MXOO List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/11 Tue AM 07:32:22 CDT To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> peel ply I was

KR> peel ply

Never tried it, but I think that if you sanded it down a little, then put on some resin and laid the peel ply on that, it might work. Try a test and see. From: "Phil Matheson" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/11 Tue PM 03:44:18 CDT To: "KRnet"

KR> handheld radio

Why do you need a linear amp? I have a Sporty's and connected it to my antenna. It works, communication to the FBO. Dan From: "Mark Jones" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/03 Mon AM 07:42:33 CDT To: "KRnet" Subject: RE: KR> handheld

KR> Screws

They are the size that fits the threads on the instruments. If you don't have instruments with threaded holes, then you get to use what you want. I have some of both. From: "Bob Glidden" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/04/05 Wed PM 01:23:03 CDT To: "KRnet"

KR> Verticle stabilizer effectiveness

The KR2 will bobble around a bit in rough conditions, but I don't think that any amount of tail surface would do anything to remedy that situation. I believe that it is due to the short coupling. I believe that the 2S improved on the short coupling, made it less short, and that is what made

KR> Long wings

I have wondered what affect these long wings will have. My first KR had stock wings and the wingspan on this one is about 4.5 feet longer. If I don't like the way it behaves, after I get it flying, the option to clip the wings is available. I am also concerned what affect these long wings

KR> Long wings

a KR-2 ?? Virg On Thu, 23 Mar 2006 11:36:07 -0600 <da...@alltel.net> writes: > I have wondered what affect these long wings will have. My first KR > had stock wings and the wingspan on this one is about 4.5 feet > longer.

KR> Long wings

I wonder how the stall speed compares between the stock wing and the Diehl wing skin wings. I think I need a belly board cause I think this thing is going to float forever. Dan From: larry severson More lift = more drag. Land slow, fly slow.

KR> Is my engine back in?

Re-installed the engine and found a very bad oil leak on the break in runs. I think that the problem has been found and the solution is on the way. As soon as I get the parts back and re-installed, and re-install the engine, I will let you all know the results of this adventure. I should

KR> more lift <> more drag?

Why would there be less induced drag? Dan From: JAMES C FERRIS More lift may not mean more drag, the increased skin friction drag will be off set by the reduced induced drag.

KR> Cleaning out the X-Plane folder.

Dan, I thought that I mailed it to you. I did some cleaning up yesterday, but it is probably still in my recycle bin. I am now on 3.4 b 6 and it does seem a lot better. I don't think the rivers flow up hill anymore. The plane also seems much more real. One thing that still really buggs me

KR> Please forgive the post on cleanup

Sorry, I did not look at the return address and thought it was sent directly to me since it was addressed to me, or so I thought.

KR> KR on eBay

Has anyone ever seen this one before? Dan. From: "Mark Jones" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/03/27 Mon PM 12:56:24 CST To: "KR Net \(E-mail\)" Subject: KR> KR on eBay

KR> KR on eBay

16 CST To: KRnet <kr...@mylist.net> Subject: Re: KR> KR on eBay Dan: Not seen it before but well equipped for the sell now price but got to wonder why it needed a cown replacement @ 129 hours. Don da...@alltel.net wrote: > Has anyone ever seen this one before? > > Dan. >

KR> Political Forum

Everybody please remember that this is not a political forum. Not even on Friday. Thanks, Dan

KR> real world stats for KR2

Is that complete? Seems quite light for an 0200 powered KR. From: bo...@hatconversions.com List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/03/02 Thu AM 11:05:00 CST To: "KRnet" Subject: Re: KR> real world stats for KR2 Bryan, I weighed one of these projects yesterday. With an

KR> real world stats for KR2

Bryan, First, ignore the stats on the RR site. I have not seen such a KR, ever. My KR2 with a GP 2180 is 673# empty and I have set the gross at 1200#. While I really like the Corvair, if I had the money, I would install a Jabiru 3300. I have a friend who is putting one on a CH 601 or

KR> composite epoxies 2

Bobby, The Diehl skins use Vinyl Ester, and I do not think that you need to treat them. These skins will hold up quite well as they use a high density 1/4 inch foam core. I think it is Clark foam, but not sure about that. From: bo...@hatconversions.com List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date:

KR> KR's for Sale

James Ferris John Esch Jeff Duvall and most surprising of all. Mike Garbez If you want a KR, there are plenty of nice looking ones out there. From: "Mark Jones" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/02/07 Tue AM 09:59:33 CST To: "KR Net \(E-mail\)"

KR> Re: KR2 / Languages & VW 1600

I had an 1835 VW on my 620 pound KR2 and cruised about 125MPH. However, it did not climb above 7500 feet. From: Eduardo Navarrete List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/02/07 Tue AM 07:31:52 CST To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Re: KR2 / Languages & VW

KR> Re: KR2 / Languages & VW 1600

et <kr...@mylist.net> Subject: Re: Re: KR> Re: KR2 / Languages & VW 1600 dou you have an vw1835 turbo-charged??? if so, how it works?? dou you think it works well at my altitude 9184 feet?? or water-cooled engines??? --- da...@alltel.net escribió: > I had an 1835 VW on my 620

KR> REQUIRED Endorsement

I agree with all of what ORMA posted, except for one thing. This is not my "opinion". To be PIC in an EXPERIMENTAL aircraft, does not require a TD endorsement to fly a conventional gear EXPERIMENTAL aircraft. The key words here are EXPERIMENTAL, and REQUIRE. Just because it is an

KR> Gathering hotel - Shuttle Service

Check out krgathering.org, but to answer your question, September 29, through October 1 is the official time, but many people and planes are beginning to arrive on the Thursday before, which would be the 28th, and maybe even some will show up on Wednesday, but that is unlikely. Dan From:

KR> Renting a car at the gathering

If you want to rent a car while at the gathering, I suggest that you contact Enterprise in Mt. Vernon. Make your arrangement and let them know that you want to pick it up and leave it at the airport. That is all you have to do. Dan

KR> cad file turtledeck

I used the template for the firewall to come up with the shape of both the aft bulkhead for the turtle deck and the forward arch for the windshield. After cutting it out, I just widened the legs to meet the longerons. Dan From: "Chris Johnston" List-Post:

KR> KR Wannabe !!

Are you sure you have that empty weight correct. I have never heard of a KR2 weighing as much as 780 pounds empty. From: "Jim Sellars" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2006/01/09 Mon PM 02:10:28 CST To: "'KRnet'" Subject: RE: KR> KR Wannabe

KR>Dan and Jerry KR visit...

OK, very good. I will call you at 422-3606 when we leave the airport. Do you know where it is? Right now, it is Mark for sure and maybe Troy. From: Jerry Mahurin List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/12/29 Thu AM 09:51:35 CST To: KRnet Subject: Re:

KR> Closing carb

You know,... I would just like to to stay where I put it. I guess the suction inside the venturi is so string that it is just pulling the slide shut. I have a friction lock throttle, but a little friction does not seem to help much. I am not familiar with throttles that have a mind of their

KR> Nuts and bolts

32 is the threads per inch. From: "Doug Rupert" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/12/06 Tue AM 11:59:05 CST To: "'KRnet'" Subject: RE: KR> Nuts and bolts 10 refers to the size, probably 10 gauge and 32 refers to threads per inch. Question 2

Réf. : RE: KR> Nuts and bolts

I think the an3 and the 10 are the same, so that would make it a 3/16, but now you are going beyond what I learned at Holiday Inn Express, last night. From: Serge VIDAL List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/12/06 Tue PM 12:04:45 CST To: KRnet

KR> Re: #1 & #2b while flying

I agree. From: "Steve Glover" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/11/18 Fri AM 08:48:11 CST To: "'KRnet'" Subject: RE: KR> Re: #1 & #2b while flying I think that is a little inappropriate for this forum... Steve Glover KR-2 N902G AJO, Ca

KR> GPS

Thanks, I wish I had known all that before spending $600 on the system. I already had a PDA, so figured I would get the best bang for the buck. I am also very disgusted with their flight planning software that runs on the desktop. From: "Mark Langford" List-Post:

KR> diehl wing skins

My experience says that Epoxy does not bond well to VE. When we are talking wings, use VE and nothing else. I am sure that is what Dan Diehl would recommend. If you rough it up enough, epoxy will make a bond, but I don't think it good enough to trust to your wings. Dan H. From: larry

KR> Re: "Loop" video - Ready for your viewing pleasure.

quot;Loop" video - Ready for your viewing pleasure. Thanks Dan It was there all the time? It seems to have stured a lot of intrest, hope everyone likes it as much as I do. Steve Bray Jackson, Tennessee >From: "Dan Heath" <da...@alltel.net> >Reply-To: KRnet <kr...@mylis

KR> Large Wing Attach Bolt size

I think it is an AN6-24, is that right for the large bolts for attaching the outboard wings to the stubs? I need to order some lock nuts from Wicks and can't remember for sure.

KR> cover wood

Roy, If you do varnish it, be sure not to put varnish anywhere where you may want to come back later and glue something to it with epoxy. That probably would be the same for the esters also. Varnish and Epoxy don't play well together. From: "Roy & Libby Root" List-Post:

KR> aileron fastners

http://kr-builder.org/Aileron/index.html About 4 thumbnails down. Click on any pic for a full view. I prefer to rivet them on, no muss, no fuss. From: DAVID BAREISS List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/11/03 Thu AM 09:52:38 CST To: KRnet

KR> Off Topic

the shape, let it cool totally, and then heat it to about 180 for around an hour. You should be good to go. Dan. E-mail me off net at da...@alltel.net if you have any questions. By the way, it think this is ON Topic. From: "Terry Teer" <terryt...@bellsouth.net> List-Post: krne

KR> Off Topic

hat does the reheat to 180? for an hour do? When I made my landing light lens, I only heated it once. Mark Jones (N886MJ) Wales, WI Visit my web site: http://mywebpage.netscape.com/n886mj Email: flyk...@wi.rr.com -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@m

KR> WAFS further

Sounds good to me. From: Ron Smith List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/10/31 Mon AM 11:14:34 CST To: "kr...@mylist.net" Subject: KR> WAFS further So I was thinking of drilling all the WAF holes and coating the surface with aeropoxy, also the

KR> WAFS further

ylist.net [mailto:krnet-bounces+jim=manufacturingconcepts....@mylist.net] On Behalf Of da...@alltel.net Sent: Monday, October 31, 2005 12:21 PM To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> WAFS further Sounds good to me. From: Ron Smith <mercedesm...@yahoo.com> List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/10/31 Mo

KR> EAA Memorial for Steve Jones

N212KR - Turbo Corvair - KR2 From: "Mark Jones" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/10/31 Mon AM 11:58:07 CST To: "KR Net \(E-mail\)" Subject: KR> EAA Memorial for Steve Jones NOTE: RESPOND ONLY TO flyk...@wi.rr.com This request is ONLY for

KR> Control cables

I prefer the cable run around system because I don't like the idea of the pedals operating independantly of each other. When one is depressed, there may be no tension on the other side. Have you ever flown a plane that operated that way? I put a turn buckle on a cable between the rudder

KR> breakers / fuses

That should have read: but nothing else is hot without the keyed switch >on, including the starter. Dan - My only excuse is 5:30 am... From: larry flesner List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/10/03 Mon AM 08:01:48 CDT To: KRnet Subject: KR>

KR> Live your dream

There is, it is called kr...@mylist.net From: larry flesner List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/10/03 Mon AM 08:02:17 CDT To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Live your dream If you ask me why I would fly from Ohio to Alabama and >back for a sandwich, for

KR> Which KR2 to build?

I consider a stock KR2 or 2S as a 1 + 1, sort of like some cars are designated as a 2 + 2. This is OK, if most of your flying is going to be by yourself or with a small companion. However, if you expect to be flying with two full sized adults, most of the time, you should seriously consider

KR> over voltage pain

Sorry, I forgot to point out where it is. da...@alltel.net It is listed on the web site and you can always get a person's e-mail by using the right mouse button on the name and clicking "properties". From: "phil brookman" <p...@ntlworld.com> List-Post: krnet@list.krne

KR> Gathering Weather

Weather.COM 10 day forcast for Mt. Vernon Ill. Please don't tell me it ain't so! From: larry flesner List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/08/31 Wed AM 06:32:05 CDT To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Gathering Weather At 05:48 AM 8/31/05 -0400, you wrote:

KR> Phil - mailbox still full

Well then, he seems to be getting messages from the net. Maybe there is a different problem. I am trying to alert him to the fact that there is a problem. Sorry if I have inconvenienced you. From: "Ron Freiberger" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 2005/08/29

KR> Avgas/Mogas & Ellison

Here is the problem. Steve says to use only Auto Fuel, Ellison says to use only Aviation Fuel. I have a GPASC VW with an Ellison carb. Now ain't that a catch22?

KR> Avgas/Mogas & Ellison

Yes, one of the really bad components of Auto Fuel can be alcohol. I asked Ellison why they did not make their carb to hold up to Auto Fuel and they told me that it was because they could not know what was in the auto fuel and therefore could not test for it. In many states, there is a law

KR> Amount of paint

Jim, I am using PPG Acrylic Enamel with hardener and no clear coat. The gun is a Harbor Freight $79 HVLP. I will use around 1.5 gal of paint and I don't think that I have it on heavy enough. My suggestion is to start with 2 gallons. On this subject, I painted my first KR with Dupont

KR> Foam

Have you compared the weight of the two foams? I think the rigidity of the foam is important. You could not put on one layer of glass on the wings, then remove the foam and expect the properties to be the same. This is a "Sandwich" construction, which, to me, means that the stuff in the

KR> Holding foam in place

I use Hot Glue from a Hot Glue Gun, to stick foam to anything, including foam, to hold it in place. In fact, once you discover Hot Glue, you will use for all sort of clamping and holding tasks. Dan. From: "Peter Drake" List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date:

KR> Re: Epoxy - Hot Glue

Most of the points that this poster made are valid and I usually do not re-post on another persons points, but I think that is important for you to discover the benefits of Hot Glue. Jerry introduced me to Hot Glue and it has become my friend. ( now I don't need Jerry anymore LOL ) Hot glue

KR> (no subject)

When I bought my first prop from Warnke, I tried to get him to tell me what the torque was supposed to be and all he would tell me was to tighten them. So, now, I just try to be sure that they are all snugged up real good and that they are all as close to the "same" as I can make them. Dan

KR> aileron horn

Make one out of a piece of 2 X 4 X 1/8 aluminum angle. It will take you less than 30 minutes to do. I think that the plans describe bending a piece of aluminum to do it, but I like the results using the angle, much better. From: "Lee Van Dyke" List-Post:

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