Re: KR> IFR
You can't use a metal or composite prop on a VWs for fear of cracking the crankshaft. Doesn't Corvair have a weakness in this area as well? Mike Taglieri On Feb 27, 2018 8:01 AM, "Flesner via KRnet" wrote: > I there an aluminum or composite prop that could be used in place of a > wood prop? I am just now gearing up to build a KR2S and follow these > threads with great interest. > I have a Corvair engine that I plan to use in this project. > Guy Maniscalco > > > + > > I've not seen or heard of a metal prop for the Corvair. I'm sure you > could find a composite prop but I have no knowledge of their wear pattern > in rain. Others on the list would be more knowledgeable on that. > Personally, I wouldn't even consider flying the KR in hard IFR where > anything other than a wood prop is needed. But that's just > me... > > Larry Flesner > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/k > r...@list.krnet.org/. > 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 > options. > To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
Re: KR> IFR KR2.
I would caution that the AS504x airfoil series was not tested in icing conditions. Simulated bug guts yes but not ice. Steve Eberhart On 02/28/2018 07:08 AM, colin hales via KRnet wrote: IFR, My wooden prop has a brass leading edge, many wooden props come with some type of leading edge protection. All the Hoffman and MT props do as well. The Hercules props have a composite leading edge. I flew IFR for many hours with no problems. Also, just because you are in cloud, it doesn't necessarily mean it's raining. So you can fly for hours IFR without damaging an unprotected wooden prop if you would want to. Also, the KR2 flies ok with a good build up of ice on the wings. It didn't seem to make much difference to performance, not sure about stall speeds, but I wasn't near stall speed so... Go for it!!! Regards CH. ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
Re: KR> IFR
I there an aluminum or composite prop that could be used in place of a wood prop? I am just now gearing up to build a KR2S and follow these threads with great interest. I have a Corvair engine that I plan to use in this project. Guy Maniscalco + I've not seen or heard of a metal prop for the Corvair. I'm sure you could find a composite prop but I have no knowledge of their wear pattern in rain. Others on the list would be more knowledgeable on that. Personally, I wouldn't even consider flying the KR in hard IFR where anything other than a wood prop is needed. But that's just me... Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
Re: KR> IFR
Larry, I am asking this question out of ignorance. I there an aluminum or composite prop that could be used in place of a wood prop? I am just now gearing up to build a KR2S and follow these threads with great interest. I have a Corvair engine that I plan to use in this project. Guy Maniscalco From: KRnet on behalf of Flesner via KRnet Sent: Monday, February 26, 2018 4:33 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Flesner Subject: Re: KR> IFR On 2/26/2018 12:19 PM, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet wrote: > "Mike > I'm building mine to be IFR capable. I have embedded my VOR /localizer, > glide slope and marker beacon antennas. I'll see how it flies first > before I buy the expensive stuff. > Paul ViskBellevill Il 618-406-4705 ++ If you will be running a wood prop you IFR will be limited to popping through a cloud bank or two. Rain could destroy the prop in a matter of minutes. Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. krnet - The Mail Archive<https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/> www.mail-archive.com Messages by Thread KR> Angle of attack Mike Sylvester via KRnet. Re: KR> Angle of attack Tony King via KRnet; Re: KR> Angle of attack Chris Kinnaman via KRnet Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. KRNet "Basic" Instructions<http://www.krnet.org/info.html> www.krnet.org Join the KRnet email list by sending an email to krnet-ow...@list.krnet.org. Please include your name, address, phone number, and a sentence or two on why you'd like ... see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options. KRnet Info Page - list.krnet.org<http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org> list.krnet.org KRnet is a mailinglist devoted to construction and flying the KR series of homebuilt experimental aircraft. To see the collection of prior postings to the list ... To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
Re: KR> IFR
On 2/26/2018 12:19 PM, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet wrote: "Mike I'm building mine to be IFR capable. I have embedded my VOR /localizer, glide slope and marker beacon antennas. I'll see how it flies first before I buy the expensive stuff. Paul ViskBellevill Il 618-406-4705 ++ If you will be running a wood prop you IFR will be limited to popping through a cloud bank or two. Rain could destroy the prop in a matter of minutes. Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
Re: KR> IFR
when the time comes, I'd like a basic wing leveler or a/p. I installed one into my avid and it made XC more tolerable, ez to read charts, and a big safety option if accidentally experiencing marginal visibility. that dividing line between control and uncontrolled can be pretty "hazy" when it creeps up. a press of a button and ur safe again. but I'm a wimp, and plan to have a chute and an a/p most likely, staying VFR although, and not intending to get my IFR rating or fly IFR. On Mon, Feb 26, 2018 at 1:19 PM, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet wrote: > knowing you can go anywhere at anytime and not have > to worry about normal bad weather is, to my mind, at least half the joy > of owning my KR. > > Mike > KSEE > ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. 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 options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
