Just sending a test message.
Joe
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> On Apr 20, 2022, at 1:34 PM, George Schuld via KRnet
> wrote:
>
>
> Hello,
>
> It’s my first email to the KRnet email system. Though I’m not exactly new to
> the subject of KRs or Corvairs.
>
> I am researching KR data, and I'm look
I’ve worked on a Great Plains VW before. I have also made up my own hub, prop,
and bearing with an oil seal for my VW. The owner gave it to me in boxes after
he’d torn it down. He couldn’t figure out how to put it back together. It was a
2100 cc.
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> On Jan 24, 2021, at 9:17 A
Yes, somewhere on my window 7 computer. It’s in my trailer and won’t access it
until after April 1st. I got my México green card for a year. It takes 4 years
to become permanent. What’s the weather doing up there?
Joe
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> On Jan 10, 2020, at 2:31 PM, John Bouyea via KRnet
> wr
KR-2 tri gear. VW 1641, 130 hrs. Single Bendix mag. Email for details.
joe2387...@gmai.com
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No It prevents mold as I said previously.
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> On Sep 18, 2018, at 12:01 PM, Flesner via KRnet wrote:
>
>> On 9/18/2018 12:29 PM, Joe Beyer via KRnet wrote:
>> Correction. It’s Titanium dioxide not Aluminum, that’s used in
Correction. It’s Titanium dioxide not Aluminum, that’s used in sunscreen.
Joe
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> On Sep 18, 2018, at 7:27 AM, Joe Beyer wrote:
>
> I used it for my kr-2. It is Shell 862 resin with aluminum dioxide (that
> makes it white) and the resin is diluted. The harder is TE
I used it for my kr-2. It is Shell 862 resin with aluminum dioxide (that makes
it white) and the resin is diluted. The harder is TETA and works with the Shell
resin. It meets FAA standards. The aluminum dioxide prevents mold from
weakening over time.
Joe
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> On Sep 18, 2018, a
I have a wind screen for a KR-2.
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> On Oct 23, 2017, at 11:09 AM, Jason Brooks via KRnet
> wrote:
>
> Does anyone that is parting out a KR2 have built canopy that they would
> sell?
>
> --
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Hi Martin
I will have my kr-2 on the market next spring. I am out of the country and will
be back in April. If you are still looking at that time you can contact me.
Joe
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> On Oct 5, 2017, at 6:42 PM, Martin Turner via KRnet
> wrote:
>
> Hi Everybody,
>
> My name is Martin
I have a 1641cc in my KR-2.
Joe
-Original Message-
From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Paul Gangemi
Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 12:17 PM
To: KRnet
Subject: Re: KR> Something to amuse
Hi;
Anybody flying a KR2s with a V/W 1834?
Paul Kr2s near completion.
-Original Message-
I'm still using a POSA carb with a mixture control. It is light weight and
works fine. I have a Solex side draft out of a '60's VW square back that
were only sold in Europe. The US versions came with dual carbs at that time.
I haven't done anything with it yet.
Joe
Est
know where you get this 'polyurethane' stuff.
4) I would get rid of those seats and put the KR sling seats in for
starters. Then see where your knees are in relation to the cross member.
Move your seat back.
Joe Beyer
Estacada, Ore.
I have a little stick time in a rotary powered aircraft. A Coot amphibian
with a pilon mounted Mazda 12A with electronic ignition, 2:1 reduction with
a 5 blade ground adjustable prop. It slows down to 500rpm and takes off at
about 6800rpm. Very smooth operation but very high fuel consumption. Also
> I'm about ready to close up my aluminum wing fuel tanks and need some
advice on the pick up and vent. These tanks are very similar to those on
Mark Jones' website.
> 1: I'm thinking of eliminating the pick up tube and installing the AN
fitting, with a finger screen attached, right near the bott
Message: 1
List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2011 00:00:47 -0700 (PDT)
From: velocityo...@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: KR> Continuing thoughts on tri-gear conversion
To: KRnet
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Date: Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:04:38 +
From: Dave Acklam
Subject: KR> Purchased a KR-2, want to change the landing gear
config
I want to convert it to tri-gear, as all my time has been in 172s & I'm not
quite comfortable picking up a new
I vented my 15 gallon composite tank to a point below the firewall. The vent
line goes foreword and angles down. I have a screen at the end to prevent
blockage.
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List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Wed, 2 Mar 2011 08:34:28 -0500 (EST)
From: phillabaum.
Message: 6
You might try setting the aircraft to the highest angle of attack expected
in flight by placing something under the nose wheel with minimum fuel in the
tank. Then disconnect the fuel output from the gasculator and point it
toward a measuring cup. With a stop watch time the amount of fue
I've seen several cracked bubbles caused by people trying to stretch the
bubble into a pre existing frame and trying to attach it with through hole
fasteners (screws, rivets, or bolts). The successful ones I've seen on RV's
and other metal planes were fastened with no preload to the plexiglass
bubb
tape on top of that. Don't let anything except the electrical tape touch the
plexiglass, it' very hard to clean the tape glue especially if it's duct
tape. Kerosene or cleaning solvent (paint thinner) with a soft cotton cloth
works well to clean plexiglass.
J
My favorite is West Systems with the fast cure hardener. A little pricy but
worth it. I used the Rutan Safe T Poxy years ago but it is no longer
available. You might also look for Shell 862 resin and TETA hardener mixed
16 : 1 by weight. The hardener is toxic so use gloves.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
Mes
You might try looking for an Aeronca Champ gas tank. They fit a KR real
well.
Joe
Scappoose, Ore.
***
One of the guys at the airport had one on his Pazmany pl-2 (o 290g engine).
The blade failed one day and he made a forced landing. They gave him new
replacement blades. Another guy had one on his EAA biplane with no problems.
Both of these were three bladed. I wouldn't use on on a VW. The crankshaf
. The
metal will glow to a dull red when the local magnetism ceases. Do this with
each welded joint to relieve internal stresses.
Joe Beyer
Scappoose, Ore.
Message: 3
List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:01:20 -0700
From: DAN INA GLANDT
Subject: KR> heat treating engine mo
It doesn't seem line the best solution but it did solve the problem of fumes
with my neighbors Aeronca aluminum tank. I had the tapered brass valve in my
aluminum tank which did leak some and still use it now in my composite tank.
It's wrapped with Kevlar for safety and seals up better than the met
I have flown with an aluminum tank in my KR-2. I needed a bigger tank so I
made one using composite materials. There was always a smell of fuel inside
the plane with the metal tank but not with my epoxy lined carbon fiber gas
tank. My neighbor with his Aeronca had that problem so he laid up glass
a
I used 8ea. AN385 taper pins for my wing attach fittings. On the large end I
turned it down and cut some 5/8" threads and drilled it for a cotter pin.
When installed there are two spacers that set the taper pin into position
and are clamped in place by the two nuts. This acts like two short bolts.
I saw Old Blue in the hangar after the crash. That FAA guy chased me out of
there when I asked to snap a picture of the wreck. The wing attach fittings
on a KR are the strongest part of the wing. The wood around them brakes
before the fittings ever will. Also I have some pictures of my new prop I
m
I have line bored VW engine cases for my cars and plane. I've also made two
force one prop hubs which require the case to be bored out at the pulley
end. No problem with them. Use Teflon wrist pin buttons.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
Message: 3
List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Fri, 28 May 2010 10:47:
Here is a link to some pictures of my KR. The fuel tank pictures are there.
http://www.bouyea.net/members/joejbeyer/index.htm
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
I built mine like a pitot tube on the opposite wing. Vent tube faces air
flow about 6" below wing. Al tubing is flared and a screen is epoxied over
o
I built my tank with the vent taken at the top of the tank going through the
fire wall and angled down to the bottom of that bulkhead. I fixed a small
screen to the foreword facing vent tube to keep stuff out. I never liked a
vented gas cap although the work well. My tank and foreword deck are all
I made my first five flights in my KR-2 as a tail dragger on a long paved
and wide runway. The last landing was hard enough to bend the left main gear
and send the wheel partially into the stub wing. It also scraped the right
wing tip on the trailing edge. There were three fire engines that showed
I've run a Posa Super Carb from HAPI for years with good results. They are
quite a challenge to set them up so the engine will run smoothly in all
power ranges. I plan on trying a Solex side draft carb soon. I have a
mixture control for it.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
> To: kr...@mylist.net
> Subject: Re:
I used 1.8 oz. Dacron sold as glider fabric back in '83. It still looks good
today. No sanding at all just iron it and apply poly brush.
Joe
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List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Sun, 7 Mar 2010 13:57:48 -0600
From: MICHAEL SYLVESTER
Subject: KR> fuselage,glass or paint ?
To: KRNET
M
Years ago I used 1/4" fir, three ply marine grade plywood on my KR-2 for the
fire wall and fire wall shelf. It's still holding up today.
Joe
>
> Hello KRnetters,
> I have spent the day scanning through and searching the
> archives, but have not found the answer.
> Can 1/4" 5ply A-B Grade Fir
Last month I came across a Solex 32PHN-2 side draft carburetor on eBay that
I got for $13.00 plus shipping. It appears to be in good shape and I also
came across some data on it. I'll try to post it if anyone is interested.
They were used on VW conversions and came standard on the type 4 engines
I keep my paper certificate as a keep sake form the '70's. I switched over
to plastic along with my repairman certificate last year.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
> Mike Sylvester wrote:
>
> << Jeeez Joe, You must be a lot older than you look. I
> thought everyone had plastic. >>
>
> When I saw this m
I used Ditzler Cross Fire polyurethane enamel on my KR and is still good. It
uses a reducer and a hardner.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
(Back from Florida)
> Message: 1
> Date: Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:36:55 -0800
> From: laser...@juno.com
> Subject: KR> Paint
> To: kr...@mylist.net
> Message-ID: <20091126.2
My KR-2 is at Scappoose Ore. The first flight was at Hillsboro in '87. It
is a good flying plane but a bit under powered with the stock VW. It won't
lift two people. I started building it in '79 and is plans built with no kit
parts. The only modifications are to the landing gear. I flew it as a ta
In that engine I would use 30w Castrol or 30w Valvoline racing oil and
change it every 25 hours.
Joe
Melbouring Fl.
> Message: 5
> Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:20:44 +
> From: joseph lamberson
> Subject: KR> Oil
> To: kr list list
> Message-ID:
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
The VW cases used for aircraft are usually the dual relief cases. The
foreword relief plug is the thermal relief, it has the longer spring, and
channels the oil either to the oil cooler or back into the main oil galley
based on the oil viscosity. The rear relief plug, has the shorter spring,
and i
Look me up in the spring when I will be back at Scappoose, Ore.
Joe
Melbourne, Fl.
> Message: 7
> Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 21:49:12 +
> From: joseph lamberson
> Subject: RE: KR> KR Help near PDX
> To: kr list list
> Message-ID:
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>
>
> Thank
It's Vinyl Ester not vinyester. This resin has better strength and toughness
than the polyester resin and is the preferred choice for fuel tanks.
Polyester is very brittle and is low density. It's good for non structural
applications like fillers and laying up wing ribs and bulkheads. If using
poly
I made down to Florida a couple of days ago in my '68 bug. It flooded in the
right passenger side going through Tennessee and Georgia in all that rain
but otherwise ok. Just found a good internet site in Stuart and now catching
up on email.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
> Message: 10
> Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2
Hi Bill
I crossed into Florida today. What a steam bath. Hot and very humid. It
should be like this for another couple of months then spring like winters or
so I'm told.
-Joe
> -Original Message-
> From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net
> [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of
> krnet
I drove cross country from Scappoose Ore. And arrived this morning in Mt.
Vernon for the gathering. I hope the weather Gods do cooperate.
Joe
> Message: 4
> Date: Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:50:11 -0500
> From: Larry&Sallie Flesner
> Subject: KR> Gathering weather
> To: KRnet
> Message-ID: <0kpz007i88
I used Hysol that you can buy at Wicks or Aircraft Spruce to attach some
Diehl wing skins. We used that stuff over at Lancair for assembly of wings
and fuselages. It's strong and has a long pot life.
Joe
Scappoose, Ore.
> Message: 20
> Date: Mon, 7 Sep 2009 18:08:23 GMT
> From: "electr...@netzer
Yes I did do that, I didn't mention it in my last post though. I used this
material on the sides and belly to save weight. I think using light weight
deck cloth and epoxy is also a good method to seal the wood, it just
involves sanding and filling. If using Dacron fabric there is no sanding or
fill
I used 1.8 oz. Dacron glider fabric over the wood on my KR. No sanding at
all. Just stits poly brush over the wood and iron it to remove the rinkles.
Joe
Scapoose Ore.
> Message: 4
> Date: Sat, 5 Sep 2009 18:43:24 -0400
> From: "Dan Heath"
> Subject: RE: KR> Peel ply
> To: "'KRnet'"
> Message
Try kerosene with a cotton cloth, and use some good gloves. It has worked
for me removing gum from duct tape and plastic residue.
Joe
Scappoose Ore.
I think a large main tank is better that wing tanks. There is less total
weight involved and no need for a fuel pump which can fail. Use a lowered
vent system instead of a vented gas cap incase the plane is ever upside down
in a field.
-Joe
Scappoose Ore.
>
> With enough time having passed sin
With a foreword facing vent you have a ram air effect which pressurizes the
tank slightly. With the tank being full the fuel gets to sloshing and when
it contacts the vent port, it unloads. I had that happen on a Aircoupe while
I was a passenger once. We were buzzing a barn at a friends place and
There was a good article on landing gear I read once that described the
caster angle in relation to the distance from the axel to the pivot point.
When I made my nose wheel fork I used those dimensions. I didn't have any
shimmy problems however on landings I would bend the spindle back a few
degre
I had that problem with my nose wheel due to the belview washers losing
their spring force. I had to change them out and add some more shims. Now
the nose wheel caster is stiff but doesn't shimmy at speed. That Diehl nose
wheel in the video needs some attention.
-Joe
Scappoose Ore.
> I have just
My main axels are 19" back from the center section leading edge and the nose
wheel axel is 22.75" foreword of the center wing LE.
-Joe
> You must have a VW up front.
> george
> pueblo colorado
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Joe Beyer
> To: kr...@m
My Nose wheel weight is 134 lbs.
-Joe
Scappoose Ore.
> My kr is one of the heaviest out there and the nose wheel
> is 280 pounds.
> george mchenry
> pueblo colorado
>
One of the guys at the hangar lunch group years ago had one of those. All
wood with a retractable main gear. I've seen it up close and it's about the
size of an RV side by side two place. This was in '83. They flew it down to
California and on the way down on a landing roll one of the gear over ce
This kind of stuff doesn't surprise me coming from Russia. You ought to read
some of the BS they write on Pravda.
-Joe
Scappoose, Ore.
> This makes me so mad! I just translated a bunch of their
> conversation; basically, they posted the plans so everyone
> can build them with no payment to B
I've had my CHT in both locations. I prefer locating it under the #3
cylinder head nut sandwiched between a couple of washers. It is too prone to
break if placed under the #3 spark plug as it was intended. I didn't notice
a very large error in the temperature reading when located on top of the
stu
They are both basically stock VW engines with big bore kits and use the
automotive crank. They date back to the '80's but parts should still be
available. The Airovee was used on the Sonari planes. I bought a few parts
from them for usen in my KR years ago. The engine mount bolt pattern might
be d
Try this link http://www.kitplanes.com/news/news/8403-1.phtml I heard a
segment on that Flight Time radio show. By the way is anyone still getting
that show on the net? I haven't been able to get for a couple of weeks.
-Joe
> Hi KR Netters,
>
> I have been thinking about the idea of using an el
I went through quite a learning curve to get my Posa carbuerator to work
properly. I had to shape the needle in such a way so that the fuel air ratio
was consistant through all throttle settings.
-Joe
Scappoose Ore.
> Message: 11
> Date: Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:47:13 -0700
> From: John C Edwards
I have a 29mm Posa Super Carb. On my 1641cc VW and have a similar situation.
When I adjust the linkage so the slide opens all the way the engine quits. I
have the throttle stop set so when the maximum rpm is reached the slide is
about 90% open. Once I tried to adjust it out so I could get wide open
I installed gap seals a couple of years ago and found no aerodynamic benefit
at all. They pre loaded the aileron linkage a little and after a few flights
I removed them. They were stuck on with silicone and the paint came off
where they were attached. Several hours of work wasted.
-Joe
> when
Use an abrasive cut off wheel in a drill motor. Tape the cut off lines first
with electrical tape.
-Joe
> Message: 14
> Date: Sun, 13 May 2007 22:29:26 -0400
> From: "Benjamin Copeland"
> Subject: KR> Older Flying KR2 Purchase
> To: "KRnet"
> Message-ID: <12ad01c795cf$b1c93170$86489904@BFCSON
Years ago I flew down to Independence airport in a Cessna 150 and sat in a
KR-2, the first one I ever saw. I knew right away that the landing gear had
to go, and also after sitting in it the canopy frame had to be modified to a
more squared out profile. I couldn't get the thing closed without tilt
I have found the best place for the stick is in the center with the pilot
sitting on the left side as per the original design. An arm rest is not
necessary. If head room is a problem then allow more room by making the
canopy bow less round and a bit flatter on top. There is pleaty of room for
bag
A better choice is the .005 distributor over the .009. The .005 is set up
static at one deg. BTC and at that setting it will fire at 28 deg. at full
RPM. This is better for hand proping due to less chance of kick back. The
.009 is set up at 10 deg. BTC static and that will give you the 28 deg.
adva
> (note "A") say's that if your number is not shown in the
> list, then it is
> not acceptable for use in a V W Aero conversion, but the last
> entry I show
> in that series is B-5-230-000 which started in July 1970 and
> was a Type
> 2 -1600cc engine. You
Good job on the engine Mark
-Joe
> Message: 12
> Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2007 22:10:32 -0600
> From: "Mark Langford"
> Subject: KR> The 3100cc engine. It's baack...
> To:
> Cc: KRnet
> Message-ID: <000701c75e13$0d94beb0$6401a8c0@2600xp>
> Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-88
Hello All
Check this out
http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=14flpf72.jxetqae&x=0&h=1&y=g2ykx4
-Joe
Could you fill us in on the cause?
Thanks.
Ed
Ed Janssen
mailto:ejans...@chipsnet.com
Don Goetz sent me that link. He used to work for Lance in Redmond and was
the test pilot. He didn't say what caused it when I talked to him the other
day.
-Joe
I have built a belly board years ago but never installed it. I not really
convinced that it's necessary. It adds weight and complexity. Any other
thoughts?
-Joe
> Message: 21
> Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2007 22:58:33 -0500
> From: "Brad Ankerstar"
> Subject: KR> Belly board location
> To: "KRnet"
>
I have found the plans built rudder on the KR-2 to be sized right for the
plane. It has plenty of effect.
-Joe
> Message: 7
> Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2007 10:21:55 -0800
> From: "Fred Johnson"
> Subject: KR> RE: rudder size
> To: "'KRnet'"
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
Hi Larry
Where is your board located? Is it at the main spar or some distance behind
it?
-Joe
> I'd hate to be without my belly board. It adds the necessary drag
> for the landing configuration and make the KR a totally different
> airplane on the approach. As always, your results may vary.
Just wanted to ask if they work better with holes in them. It would seem
that they would generate more drag that way. I noticed that some of them are
an aluminum plates with no holes.
-Joe
> I have no
> holes in mine and it works great. It is attached to the rear spar.
>
>
>
> Colin Raine
I use 30 w Valvoline Racing oil or Kendall. Castrol is also good. When using
an automotive plug, be sure to reduce the plug gap. Magnetos are not as hot
as a battery system unless they're up to speed.
-Joe
> Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2007 02:47:03 EST
> From: mtmcgo...@aol.com
> Subject: KR> Engine Oil
I heard on the news last night that Dale Wilson a former KR Guy crashed
yesterday in an Avid Flyer and was killed. He sold the KR-2 (N32HB) to
someone in Canada last June. He was having engine trouble and got into heavy
fog near Twin Oaks airport.
Joe Beyer
Scappoose, Oregon
One way to make them safer is to lay up a spinner in a female mold out of
Kevlar. I made two spinners out of this material. The first one is laid up
over a styrofoam plug which is what I'm using now. It's light weight and
flexible and is bolted to a .125" backup plate with four 3/16" bolts. The
oth
>I was told by an A&P years ago that either a magneto is working or it isn't
- that you can't really tell if one is going bad until it stops working.
Maybe one of you guys out there can help answer the question. Guys
operating a single ignition system might like to know.
When a high time mag st
> If I remember correctly the 4000 series Slick mags are throw away Mags
Sounds like I should just toss it now! What do >you suggest? (I would like
to go with a dual magneto/dual-plug setup anyway). Thinking of calling
GP, as they >specifically say they can upgrade/rebuild my HAPI). Thinki
en keeping up on the
inspections, I've found the torque values to be as low as 4 ft/lbs.
-Joe Beyer
>Something I never really hear anyone talking about on KRs is torque values
on wooden props. Depending on the moisture in >the air or the lack there of
the prop thickness can cha
>Subject: Re: KR> carbs again
>come on guys I need some input. Im leaning twards the aero but Im not sold
on it. I know everyones got their opinion on >this one but I need a quick
>answer. I have a posa thats leaking like a sieve out the side and Im not
>real interested in fixing it giving
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List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2006 19:59:41 -0500 (Eastern Standard Time)
From: "Dan Heath"
Subject: KR> Oil Temp?
To:
Message-ID: <455BB7FD.06.03900@DANHOMECOMPUTER>
Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>I found out about an oil pressure boo
When I worked over at Lancair they had problems with heavy aileron control
pressure at faster speeds. This problem was mainly on the 300 mph four place
plane. To solve this they thickened the aileron by adding material to the
bottom surface and making the trailing edge blunt. I don't think that is
I used the stits system years ago to cover the bare wood on the sides and
belly with good results but If I had it to do over I would go with the
current method described ie. glass and epoxy over wood. My reasoning at the
time (1983) was to save weight. I just tacked the 1.6 oz. Dacron cloth
around
Message: 13
List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org
Date: Wed, 1 Nov 2006 22:57:05 EST
From: bdazzca...@aol.com
Subject: KR> covering
To: kr...@mylist.net
Message-ID: <307.7c07423b.327ac...@aol.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII"
HI Netters,
I was curious what is the best
Today I flew with the new full flow oil filter addition for the first time.
No leaks and the oil pressure looked good. 60 lbs. cold at full power, and
15 lbs. hot at idle. I can tighten the adjusting screw and raise or lower
it. Also new friction washers on the nose wheel spindle so the shimmy
prob
>Eric,
>Just working from memory here but I think that I knew of 2 and
>one was on a grass field, I think that both folded the strut it's self. I
>am sure they were both before 1999 as I first found out about them when I
>joined the net.
I folded mine in July 2000 due to a hard l
I talked with Dick VanGrunsven at the RV fly in last weekend about the new
plane he's developing for the light sport category. It will have a full
flying horizontal tail and the wing main spat will be behind the seat. It
will be two place with the fuel tank in back. Someone else told me that day
th
nd since 1980
all is well.
Joe Beyer
Pdx
>I presume you are referring to pressure relief holes.That is one of those
>issues which has been discussed many times on the KR Net and can easily be
>found by searching the archives. But, to answer your question, this is also
>a pe
I have installed gap seals on my KR-2 a couple of years ago and have seen no
noticeabled difference in performance. I am considering taking them off. The
gap seals cause more mechanical friction on the aileron rigging and that I
don't need. Also the wing is easier to handle when off the plane witho
Hello
On the subject of covering the wood fuselage, glass is overkill. It adds
weight although it is tough stuff. I used 1.8 0z. glider fabric (Dacron)
tacked around the edges with stits poly tack, and taughtened up using a
close iron. I brush coated the fabric with stits poly brush with just
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Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2006 21:29:10 GMT
From: "ralphnd...@juno.com"
Subject: KR> Magnetos
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The Bendix magneto is a superior magneto to the S
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Date: Thu, 09 Feb 2006 19:27:05 -0600
From: Larry&Sallie Flesner
Subject: KR> RE: interesting mod / gap seals
To: KRnet
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I put
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Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 02:31:55 -0800 (PST)
From: Frank Ross
Subject: Re: KR> prop strike!
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>Mark,
> Glad you're okay.
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Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2006 02:54:09 EST
From: bdazzca...@aol.com
Subject: KR> any better resins to use?
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I suggest using FPL-16A sold at Air
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Date: Sat, 14 Jan 2006 08:45:32 +1100
From: "Phil Matheson"
Subject: Re: KR> Cowl Material
To: "KRnet"
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Date: Sat, 31 Dec 2005 21:26:58 -0500 (Eastern Standard Time)
From: "Dan Heath"
Subject: KR> Bad day
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>Well, there won't be any flying for Da
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Date: Wed, 14 Dec 2005 11:33:43 -0600
From: "Mark Jones"
Subject: KR> Ken Rand photo.
To: "KR Net \(E-mail\)"
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