Re: KR> Tank sloshing

2018-11-05 Thread Kevin Stolhammer via KRnet
I used the Hirsch coating on my KR 1 (fiberglass tanks) about 6 weeks ago. Sloshed easily, used about 1/2 quart total in three tanks, and yes, rotating the outer wings was a joy. I replaced all the fittings with plugs, but couldn't find anything that would stay in the vent tubes, as the compound d

Re: KR> Tank sloshing

2018-11-05 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
The reference was for slosh compound from KBS Coatings.  Based on that recommendation, I am using it in the glass tanks in my SuperCub Clone.  We'll see how it does.  My KR has the Bill Hirsch compound in it.  Still good after 22 years and 1200+ hours with no flaking or peeling.   I had a discus

KR> Tank sloshing

2018-11-05 Thread svd via KRnet
Ha ha ha. Great stories and yes, an aluminum tank is very much the way to go. Sadly the project Im working on has fiberglass wing tanks and I’d like to get her done and flying. Cutting out and replacing the wing tanks would be a massive time sink. Im looking for tank sloshing recommendatio