Interesting. While training for my IFR, we did a long cross country flight
( for fun and to pick up a family member ) we waited for bad weather to
pass on the return trip home. We finally made a decision to go. I was of
course PiC. Withing 10 minutes we flew into weather and I continued to hand
fly
I like you over detailed posts. But, I'm an engineer and everyone tells me
I over detail. We get this need to over detail after years of presenting
overviews and then having to go back several times to give others more
detail. Eventually we start giving more and more detail in order to satisfy
a fe
Hey folks, I am replacing my main gear axle nuts with wheel pant axle nuts.
Does anyone here know the torque specs on the main gear axle nuts ?
Jeff York
KR2
Georgetown Scott County Airport
Lexington, KY. being rel;located in the Chesapeake Virginia Beach area.
I have never came up with a good way to jack my plane up. I have a nice
floor jack but how have you or anyone here jacked up their KR2 in the main
gear.?
Jeff York
On Mon, Oct 19, 2020 at 12:43 PM John Bouyea wrote:
> We do it "snug enough so wheel slows and stops spinning after liftoff and
> t
I agree that certain flavors of thought and criticism has been brought to
the table in this discussion. I hope I didnt offend anyone. . One
such comment about HVLP and paint contained a reference to hours on a KR
tach or time in type and I am not sure why comments like that are made or
how they hav
Bravo Mr. Larry
On Wed, Nov 25, 2020, 7:02 PM sparksfly2ms--- via KRnet <
krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote:
> Amen, Mr. Flesner.
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> Sent from Windows Mail
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> From: Flesner via KRnet
> Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2020 3:54 PM
> To: Pete Klapp via KRnet
> Cc: Flesner
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Agree
On Sat, Nov 28, 2020, 7:11 PM Flesner via KRnet
wrote:
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> Who could see this setting on the ramp and not go for a ride? If you're
> building, keep building. If you're finished, GO FLY
>
> https://www.dropbox.com/s/m3q3jza60azt7ck/image00%20-%20Copy.jpg?dl=0
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> Larry Fle
My carb is a Zenith. The mixture setting is a locked turn screw. I
believe I have seen a photo somewhere where someone made a
mixture adjustment device using a slotted nipple on a cable. I had thought
about making one myself but I feel the device gave me a bit of doubt as to
the safety of it. I am
I was not certain that I needed my heads rebuilt but I had heard that the
VW engine is subject to needing the heads rebuilt often and I had a few
times that I had some higher engine temps. So, for a sort of preventive
maintenance I decided to pull the heads and after seeing the heavy carbon I
felt
Mark,
Thanks, the purpose of my messages is to come back up to speed on subject
matter that I have not addressed in several months or years by discussing
what I know, what I think I know and what I don't know and what I need to
know.
I have never been happy with the Zenith carb and my concerns wi
Ok, several cracks in my heads and really poor castings and pitting.
Who here can recommend a good set of heads for a 2180 VW ? I know Empi is
well known for street heads and there are so many variations put there Im a
bit confused as to exactly what heads to buy.
P.s. I think I'm going to buy an e
MArk, thanks for the words on the Revmaster heads. I also had a
conversation with fellow KR2 and local Mike Warner who also recommended
Revmaster. So, I called Revmaster and had a long conversation with Joe.
Great conversation and he pointed out several of the improvements they made
including movin
e 100 LL obviously has a higher anti knock index
than 87 octane auto gas.
Jeff
On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 9:49 AM Mark Langford wrote:
> Jeff York via KRnet wrote:
>
> > I think I am also going to buy the RevFlow floatless carb in 34 mm size.
>
> I recall Jim Hill flying behin
As I mentioned before I feel my original 2180 heads have to many issues to
rebuild. So, Im looking for advice on a new set of heads. I had a great
conversation with Joe at Revmaster but like many other sources for heads,
the lead time to get them is as much as 12 weeks. Im going to try to get
some
I haven't been seeing much activity in the KR group lately so let me see if
I can stir things up a bit?
I have decided to replace my heads with new Rev049 dual plug heads and new
cylinders and pistons. Not because anything is wrong with the ones I have,
but because both quality and dual plugs give
ts internally which is
> generally negligible.
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> jg
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> pic attached below.
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> On Tue, Nov 15, 2022, 16:00 Jeff York via KRnet
> wrote:
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>> I haven't been seeing much activity in the KR group lately so let me see
>> if I can stir thi
eant for 120 switching events per second or less as a normal
> speed (60hz). Depending on design an alternator might need to switch
> several thousand times a second (that high pitched whine you might have
> heard).
>
> jg
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>
> On Tue, Nov 15, 2022, 19:58 Jeff York via KRnet
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> On 11/15/2022 9:57 PM, Jeff York via KRnet wrote:
> > Looks like a high current bridge rectifier
> >
> > Jeff
>
> +++
>
> These are used in golf cart chargers (not sure which part number) and
> they do fai
Thats sucks
Jeff York
On Wed, Dec 14, 2022, 6:36 AM Craig Williams wrote:
> And the winner is...
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> https://youtu.be/03rcaiLn5aI
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Hello group. I started by pulling a plug and was simply didnt like the
obvious over rich looking plugs. Decided what the heck its cold weather so
let's look at a head, then that turned into sending them for rebuild,
finding a small crack. At that point I decided I never did like the poor
quality of
I am not sure what an AA VW cylinder head is either. However, my
original GPAS heads had cracks from the spark plug hole to the valve
chamber. The material there is not much and Ive been told this type of
cracking is common.
I had never been happy with the quality of my GPAS heads and decided to
h
Stunning photos. Magazine publication worthy. I could go on and on with
words of praise and admiration. Beautiful KR-2S
Jeff York
KR-2
Georgetown Scott County Airport
now an Estill County, KY horse farm rancher
On Tue, Sep 26, 2023 at 12:06 PM Stef den Boer via KRnet <
krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote
I spent years as an engineer in Industrial Lithium Ion technology. Mostly
BMS like Lithium system charging design and such. I actually even own an EV
and its really cool but its just not prime time and I never see it go
there.
As loud as I can type it, I would never ever fly using a LIthium Ion
ba
Mike and Ed.
Your experiences with Jet Hot was completely different than mine. I wonder
why ? Was it because Steve was the actual name associated with your pipes
and the warranty was not transferable or they simply could not find your
account for warranty ?
I had my exhaust done by Jet Hot a
They look great. I really love the detail of your messages and makes me
feel better about my extensive explanations.
I was surprised when you talked about chrome plating them because chrome
plating offers no heat reduction benefits and very little resistance to
rust and corrosion.
My biggest chal
I actually experienced an in flight fire several years ago. It was during a
biannual flight review in a rented Skyhawk.
Lucky for me I was near enough to the airport to be able to get back and
land safely. I stayed calm and shut all electrical off (It smelled like an
electrical fire) and shut ever
Fantastic.
On May 21, 2017 1:03 PM, "Joe. E. Wallace via KRnet"
wrote:
> WHOPE….. Sucess can be measured in the width of the SMILE….
>
> > On May 20, 2017, at 18:06, Larry Flesner via KRnet
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Netters,
>
> ___
> Search t
Incredible.
Jeff York
KR2 N839BG
Lexington, Georgetown Airport
On Jul 21, 2017 10:38 AM, "Earl Klinker via KRnet"
wrote:
> I know this has nothing to do with KR aircraft but thought some of you
> would appreciate seeing this.
>
> Safe flying to all.
>
>
> */Spitfire Pilot In WWII/*
>>
>>
I dont get on here and reply very often. But, this was great reading.
I miss the group and have not attended a gathering since 2011. I still
have my KR2 but life, children and my business has caused my KR to sit.
Actually looking at buying a Cessna 182 or Piper 180 but thats because
business dema
I had an upholstery shop make a custom cover that covers the canopy area
and has straps to buckle it around the fuse. It has a soft lining. Its
worth the money to protect your time effort and expense.
Jeff York
On Sat, Jul 14, 2018, 11:09 PM Mike Sylvester via KRnet <
krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote:
Ok, sorry moderator. I resized this again. I guess I already got my answer
on how to install wheel pants with Matco gear /brake assembly. They sell an
axle nut for about 45 bucks
Jeff
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Hey KR folks,
As I have been recovering from foot injuries for more then 5 years and
getting in a place to get my KR back to flight status, I have been
reviewing things like throttle cable securing screw, the choke securing
screws and a few other items that dont have a simple ability to secure wit
thanks Larry,
I have my aluminum hard lines still in good shape. I am looking at
specifically the soft line required for running to the carb from the
gascolator. Because of engine movement, it of course needs to be flexible.
Whatever that blue line was that I used the last time, I will not use it
My neighbor is a recently retired chemist and engineer with Valvoline which
is based here. Him and I have often discussed fuel additives and effects
and such. I am going to show him your email to get his thoughts. I too am
having or had some fuel related failures but never used mogas. I think mine
Jeff Scott,
As promised I was finally able to run down my next door neighbor from
Valvoline.
Im going to try and glean this down as,we talked about your situation for
over an hour. He said that the mogas you started using just since April
could not by itself have compromised your fuel system. He s
Great info, nicely done test.
Thanks
Jeff York
On Fri, Sep 7, 2018, 12:34 PM Jeff Scott via KRnet
wrote:
> I thought I would make a followup report on the Mogas testing I have
> conducted and the little bit that I have learned from it.
>
> I attached a photo of the same five jars of fuel after
I have been watching Bills Saberwing videos and Im very interested in this
being my next build. Or, I want to copy Mark Jones last KR build as I have
always thought it was the perfect example of the way to do it. I think it
should have been called a KR2-SW and the evolution of a KR.
Now Im really t
I definitely want to add this to my KR. Not real excited about redoing my
panel but to have an autopilot for allowing some sense of security and
fatigue relief is a great idea even if its simply for limited hands off
relaxation while reading a sectional. Because yes, even with autopilot I
follow al
Pardon me for coming in late. Is Wunderbird another KR2 build for you ?
I see its going to have a Corvair motor.
Jeff York
On Fri, Sep 21, 2018, 10:37 AM mark jones via KRnet
wrote:
> The following link is to the "WunderBird" "Photo of the Day" which shows a
> couple of photos of my firewall i
Dan,
Very nice story. Like a chapter in a book.
Jeff York
On Sun, Sep 23, 2018, 6:30 AM Daniel Heath via KRnet
wrote:
> Using my newly acquired wing leveler to visit an old friend, Bob Lee. A
> poignant memory from a long time ago.
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>
> http://krbuilder.org/Adventures/index.html
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>
Jeff,
I am curious. You refer to pipe dope several times but I am not sure which
pipe dope you are referring to.
Is it standard plumbers pipe dope ? Is it teflon based pipe dope ? Or is it
some other pipe dope compound ?
Im sure you know that there is pipe dope for water, pipe dope for gas and
v
y, December 11, 2018 at 11:08 AM
> *From:* "Jeff York via KRnet"
> *To:* KRnet
> *Cc:* "Jeff York"
> *Subject:* Re: KR> Mogas Blues... One last update
> Jeff,
>
> I am curious. You refer to pipe dope several times but I am not sure which
> pipe dop
Owen,
I have a Yamaha FJR 1300 that produces 148 hp and I don't have the engine
weight but I doubt its much over 100 lbs. But, to produce 148 hp its
revving over 8800 rpm. Its a V4. Which I would trust more then a V twin as
the V4 is far smoother. Vibration
It would take a pretty serious reductio
Very nice. I have not seen the entire video as I am at work but it was
great, and great qualtity
Jeff York
On Thu, Mar 7, 2019 at 9:31 AM Chris Kinnaman via KRnet <
krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote:
> I watched the excellent 2004 video and looking forward to more. Is Video
> Bob a KR builder?
>
> Ch
Absolutely big hoo raa. Congrats. Enjoyed the video too.
Way to go.
Jeff York
On Fri, May 3, 2019, 12:58 PM Stef den Boer via KRnet
wrote:
> Hi my Friend,
>
> I can tell you that the KR family is grown.
>
> This week was the PH-TDB for the first time airborn. Very emotional moment.
>
> At the
What a fantastic history to tell.
Thank you so much.
Jeff York
KR2 N839BG
Georgetown Scott County Airport
Lexington, KY.
On Sun, May 26, 2019, 9:25 AM n357cj via KRnet wrote:
> Hey guys,
> I finally got to and past the 1000 hours mark on N357CJ and her heart
> beat, the 3100 cc corvair. My so
I wish I had some information for you and I do not. But, I am interested in
seeing any input on this subject because more power from a VW motor is
interesting to me as long as reliability stays the same or better.
Jeff York
KR2
Georgetown Scott County Airport
Georgetown, KY.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019
I'm asking for a friend and it's not a KR but a Quickie. Hope that's ok.
It's been years since I owned a Continental 0-200 and I remember having
this issue but not sure how I fixed it.
Friend had had his 0-200 alternator rebuilt twice and it's gone out again.
He mentioned having oil on the belly an
Thanks Larry. I had this issue on an 0-200 and I think even my 0-300. But
it's been years.
Jeff
On Sun, Sep 1, 2019, 5:19 PM Flesner via KRnet wrote:
> On 9/1/2019 10:07 AM, Jeff York via KRnet wrote:
> > Friend had had his 0-200 alternator rebuilt twice and it's gone
Jim,
My KR had a nice paint job but had suffered some damage so I repainted it.
To qualify my points instead of giving you an opinion, I have won many
national awards for my KR at Airfest, I have won many awards from my
vintage Airstream Argosy motorhome and it has been featured in many
publicatio
Wait. you have done this ( built an airplane (KR2s) before) how did
that happen ?
Ok, rhetorical question. I'm just surprised because your previous bird was
well thought out, very well modified and by the way IMHO a great way for
every KR2 to be built. I would even call it by a new designation.
Yeah,
If only your buddies could match your power to weight performance. Slackers.
Jeff York
On Sun, Oct 27, 2019 at 5:53 PM Flesner via KRnet
wrote:
>
> Replacement cylinders on , test flight, all is good again, no vibration,
> so I asked a couple of friends of mine to go out and play. See:
Sam,
Anxious to see and hear more. I took my GP exhaust and sent it to jet hot
and had it silver ceramic coated inside and out. Got tired of rusting
exhausts and I think the heat tape absorbers water/moisture.
Odd thing is, I gained 200 rpm after reinstalling the ceramic coated
exhaust.
Jeff Yor
possibly
I was not getting a true full throttle prior.
Jeff York
Jeff York
On Mon, Nov 11, 2019, 7:03 PM Joel LaRock via KRnet
wrote:
> Thats great to hear Sam,many more years of enjoyment
>
> On Mon, Nov 11, 2019, 08:27 Flesner via KRnet
> wrote:
>
> > On 11/10/2019 10
Sid,
I to am sorry to hear about this. I can not imagine the thought of having
so much time and effort into both the building and the physical and other
efforts to get back to flying status only to have this happen.
I was very impressed with the thorough detailed report you gave on this in
your e
I have kicked around the idea of building a Corvair engine. Where in
Michigan is Roy's? If I could cut my schedule I sure would enjoy helping /
learning / goffer getting.
I dont know the Corvair in aircraft form but I have built some pretty nice
motors including my 454 that's bored,stroked,balance
Jeff
On Thu, Dec 19, 2019, 6:38 PM donald january via KRnet
wrote:
> Good luck on the 15K seems no one wants to spend what things are worth. I
> have a Taylor mono with the same wings but I'm sure the paint will give you
> a boost in the sale
>
> On Thu, Dec 19, 2019 at 4:30
Mark,
I went through 3 Odessey batteries of the very same model. I dont think any
of them last more than a year to year and a half. I was able to swap them
once for warranty but upon the second failure, I could not exchange it for
another as there was only 1 allowed warranty exchange. Regardless t
Ok, I have not been on here in years, or at least replied. I still read.
But, the MP3 carb as I recall is the same carb used on. OLIVER Tractors and
White Tractors. Going by long ago memory. Difference is the tractor version
had a cast iron carb body instead of cast aluminum in the airplane version
Sounds awesome and this type of forum in my opinion is a great way for
those of us who can't participate like we would like to participate.. I
certainly should have come to this year's gathering but once again I was
afraid of work items on the following Monday being a problem if I
didn't stay home
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