Hi everyone!! I have searched the archives, visited just about every site for those who are building or have built KR2S's, and looked at every aspect carefully. My question is about conflicting information that I am reading. WHat is the max gross weight of a KR2S with a Corvair engine? The Rand site shows 980lbs, and I've seen some people post specs up to 1100lbs. Facts: I am 6'1, 260lbs. Spending my whole flying life in Cessnas I have always kept my front seat weight below 400lbs, mainly because my lady friends were always tiny. But, if my KR2S comes in at 750lbs with a Corvair engine, that makes just my fat butt putting the plane over it's limit, and I haven't even put fuel in it yet!! I really want to build one of these things and incorporate the new airfoil and the Corvair engine, but it has to be able to handle me and fuel.. ?? Any comments would be appreciated.
My background: I am an ASE certified Master Technician in both auto and light truck areas, and have extensive experience with air cooled engines (motorcycles) and have lots of wood working experience. With that in mind, I have read a lot from all of you and have learned how much I DON'T know. WHat a refreshing wake up call...just when I was getting bored :-) A new challenge is ahead of me, and the KR is it...if it's in the cards. Helppppppp!!!! Scott ____________________________________________________ Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
