KR> cowling progress

2012-05-16 Thread Matthew Elder
I finished my cowling mold and covered the entire surface with black duck tape. This is just basic shape of the the cowling, I still have to shape some cylinder blisters and spinner fillet . Nice... The tape works okay for a release, b

KR> Re: Engine mounts question re attachment to airframe

2012-04-23 Thread Matthew Elder
On 4/23/2012 7:12 AM, Sid Wood wrote: > I used Delrin pads between the engine mount and fire wall. These pads are > one-inch thick to move the engine forward one inch for CG balance. The pads > were cut from a scrap piece using a 2-inch hole saw. Be aware with doing something like this, that pol

KR> To VW or Not To VW

2012-04-19 Thread Matthew Elder
On 4/19/2012 7:14 AM, Robert Boyd wrote: > I have been hearing a lot of folks are converting to the Corvair due to > a lot of crank breaks and other problems with the VW. So I ask all my > fellow KRers should I convert to a Corvair now while I am still in a > boat stage and have not started the f

KR> Welder

2010-11-05 Thread Matthew Elder
I bought a Longevity LS-200P Multi Purpose unit on a whim one day about a year and a half ago to try it out... It does Tig, stick (both 200A max) and Plasma (50A) cutting. It will do AC/DC and DC Wave... At the risk of sounding like an ad, the thing is great. I use it so much, that I gave my MI

KR> Flexible Ducting

2010-10-15 Thread Matthew Elder
>I'm installing cabin heat and need some of this stuff with a diameter of >2" and 1½". I can't find it on line either. >I tried to see what diameters Aircraft Spruce has in scat tubing but >their website won't come up with anything whether I call it flexible >tubing, scat tubing, duct, etc. Ju

KR> primer coat on composite

2010-07-03 Thread Matthew Elder
Oh.  You can wait :)  I just finished what you are starting but I painted the belly as well.  About 70 hours of priming and sanding followed by 30 minutes of paint. I used featherfill's younger sibling - slick sand by evercoat for priming.  I thought it was great stuff to work with.  High build

KR> Beginning of Test Installation of the New Corvair Engine

2010-05-31 Thread Matthew Elder
On that subject, to those running any kind of 5th bearing, is there any reason not to run an aluminum line from the bearing to the oil port? I know most "aircraft" engines with prop governors run stainless lines. A 3/8" aluminum line has a rated burst pressure of 300 psi or so (and that's with a 2

KR> Firewall attaching

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
I used wood screws (or drywall variety) equally spaced... about 6" apart. Just take them out when the glue sets. Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/m

KR> Firewall

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
waiting > for your response. > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http

KR> Alternators

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
ther for a spare, along with the plug he sells for it. It could be used on almost anything I imagine. Just thought I would share for those that are looking for a charging system. Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/m

KR> Alternators

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
- front or rear? > > Pete Klapp, KR-2S builder, > Canton, Ohio > > > From: Matthew Elder > Reply-To: KRnet > To: KRnet > Subject: KR> Alternators > Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2006 08:23:39 -0800 (PST) > > Check out EBay Item 150063247325 > > These are

KR> Today's Test

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
her power settings... Does this seem reasonable with what others are basing their wire sizes on? Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> What to do when the throttle cable in your KR2 snaps in midair. (Ignition)

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
big "mess" around the flywheel. I do plan on using them on an UL engine that i'm making though Matt - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Undercarriage loadings

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
to try to keep to FAR 23 as that's what the certified birds are minimally designed to. I don't recall off the top of my head what the limits are which is why I'm referring you. Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.i

KR> Gathering Countdown/updage on 880AB

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Better set the GPS to MVN, not MTV or you will wind up in VA instead of IL :-) What engine are you running that the heads cracked? Maybe I missed that thread? - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane

KR> Aeropoxy Chameleon

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Has anyone ever seen aeropoxy hardener turn deep red in color such that it changes the mix's color from amber to red? Wondering what happened there. Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Pr

KR> Powder Coating

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message From: D F Lively To: KRnet Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2006 1:14:11 PM Subject: Re: KR> Powder Coating Scott: I am with virgil on t

KR> Airfoil interpolation was 18% something or other

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
the details, and don't have the book in front of me at the moment. Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message

KR> Airfoil interpolation was 18% something or other

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Oh. I forgot to mention not to forget the washout if you are putting it in there. Just make sure the angles of the chordlines are correct. Then your washout for your intermediate rib will be interpolated as well. - Matthew Elder Orangeburg

KR> Airfoil interpolation was 18% something or other

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
it (which will yield the same results) because that theory goes to pot when the spar is angled fwd or aft and I wasn't 100% sure about the spar geometry for the 2/2S Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/m

KR> scrounging for parts

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
shed size if you don't plan on reaming them. On the gear attach, some have made them from AL, but I made mine from .125" 4130. I can weld steel, still learning how to weld AL :-) Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infin

KR> scrounging for parts

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
quot; in my brackets installed... And it makes installation a bit easier. Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message -

KR> Tall KR builders

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Ha! Thanks a lot Brian... Just for the record, I can't help it if Mr. Reid and I are normal size and all you people are munchkins ;-) Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project:

KR> Tall KR builders

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
nd puck is WELL WORTH IT.. But of course you knew that. I only did it because I wanted to get more comfortable on the lathe and milling machine. I did finally take some pics, so the site should be updated shortly (after 2 months of neglect) Matt -------

KR> Excellant resources

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Or, you can go here... http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/reference/ I put links on my web site so I wouldn't have to go digging around FAA... It really is great information though. Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC

KR> Anodizing Source

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Does anyone know of a good source for anodizing? Matt - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> RR Fiberglass resins

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message From: D F Lively To: KRNET Sent: Monday, March 27, 2006 9:07:02 PM Subject: KR> RR Fiberglass resins Listees: Does anyone have

KR> Re: GPS software

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
if it will work on the PDA and even offered me a refund in the event I could not get it working. I believe there is still a free version that runs in simulator mode that you could try out to see if it works. www.winpilot.com Matt -----

KR> Re: Avionic Instruments

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
erfluous instruments/lights/etc... Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> KR-1 cabin width

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
is head. Matt (shoulders are much wider than 19") Elder ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message From: curry To: kr...@m

KR> Harbor Freight

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message From: Michael To: Matthew Elder ; KRnet Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2006 12:55:24 Subject: Re: KR> Harbor Freight huh? Matth

KR> Harbor Freight

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Hola! Hablo español un poco. ¿Qué usted está buscando? Matt - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/ - Original Message From: Quique

KR> KR1

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at

KR> KR1 Pilot Weight OT

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
LOL... yea, well even at 245, which is what it really is, i'm still considered skinny! Matt Joachim Saupe wrote: He must be one skinny dude! Joachim - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Pr

R�f. : RE: KR> Nuts and bolts

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
t please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Main landing gears - Drilling through spring steel

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
o krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

R�f. : Re: KR> Main landing gears - Drilling through spring steel

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
but don't you think that .5mm is too much gap? My gear brackets are made of cast aluminum, and my fear is that if the legs are not tightly fit, then maybe that may induce some cracks. Then, again, I am fairly ignorant as far as metal work is concened. Serge Matthew Elder Envoyé p

KR> AS504x wings

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Ahh, except for symmetrical airfoils from what I understand. Apparently it never changes. > The center of lift of any airfoil, will move around > with changes in AoA, it's not a fixed point on the > airfoil. ----- Matthew Elder Orange

KR> Grove gear question

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
__ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > -

KR> Grove gear question

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
t; at the wheel end. Matt --- Ron Smith wrote: > I forgot to ask. How many layers of fiberglass, uni? > Carbon? eglass? sglass? > > > > Hope you don't mind all the questions :) > --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg,

KR> Car vs Aircraft engine use

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
ibe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Matt question on your glass panel

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
> > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html >

KR> Turtle deck advice

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
> >___ > >Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > >to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > >please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > > > >

KR> Matt question on your glass panel

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
t; KR2SSXL > cypress ca, > mercedesm...@yahoo.com > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other K

KR> Turtle deck advice

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
> > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Corvair Engine for sale

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
If anyone is interested (don't know if someone has already mentioned this or not...) there is a 2700cc corvair on ebay already converted for aircraft use... Item: 7979356316 Matt - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigra

KR> Oil pressure regulator...

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
ou can help... Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Updates

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Get building people! Matt --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Cylinder/Head Studs....

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
art! Thanks in advance. Matt ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://www.infinigral.com/melder/flying/KR1/

KR> Alum Angle

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
don't feel like buying a 6 or 12ft minimum from AS&S/Wicks... when I only need a foot. Anyone have a scrap they want to give/sell me? Reply OFFLIST please... TIA, Matt = --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> Getting money back on my taxes

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
es at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Pro

KR> wing area

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
asitic drag if you left them off... It's all relative :-) Matt = --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> wing area

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
#x27;t there and the wing continued. Matt = ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> removing the wings

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
...@mylist.net > >please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > = - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> removing the wings - sorry

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Sorry List... That was supposed to be private, but I forgot to delete the net... Matt --- Matthew Elder wrote: > Jeff... > > Any chance I can buy a set of plans from you for the > varieze... I would just like to have them for > reference. > > Matt > > --- wrot

KR> Call me crazy

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
bnormally thick sectioned on that side to support the stresses induced. Kevlar has it's places; high tensile loading members and parts that need vibration dampening, such as a cowling... for example... But not so much in a load supporting beam such as a landing gear leg. Matt = -

KR> Non-zero spar loads was Question on bent spars

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
; Circus to make the fire slide. > > Kevin > > > > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please

KR> doug fir

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
tp://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > = - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> Glide ratio -> Change to Tracey Obrian Brakes...

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
uza 5" wheels? I just got my set and they look AWSOME!... Just wanted to see if they worked as good as they look. Matt = --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> Tracey O'brien Brakes...

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
> John Monday > KR2S Laguna Beach, CA > > = ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> recovery parachute system

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > = - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> Gathering info

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
ext year! Matt PS - Did someone mention "soda"? I like soda... = --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> carbon graphite tail spring

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
t; KR2S boat stage > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at > http://www.krnet.org/info.html > = -----

KR> Soda for gathering

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
bring one ;-) Matt = --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder My Airplane Project: http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> Prop

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
et-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > = - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> AS 504X CofG

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
> Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to > krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > = - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> poweder coating

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
an I wanted to spend since I can send parts out from work to a professional powder coater cheap. Brian Kraut Engineering Alternatives, Inc. www.engalt.com --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> canopy

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
cribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> Legal Question [Off-Topic]/ Hirth [On Topic]

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
, Harker Heights, Tx rsto...@hot.rr.com ___ to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> Facet Fuel Pump #40108

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> bolt shear strength / Axle size [long]

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
net]On Behalf Of Allen Wiesner Sent: Friday, October 29, 2004 12:02 AM To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> bolt shear strength / Axle size - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> VE Resin

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
nigral.com ----- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> VE Resin

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> AN nuts and bolts - Wrench sizes

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
16", and AN7 = 5/8" Matt http://kr1.infinigral.com --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> AN Question - was: AN nuts and bolts - Wrench sizes

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Since we are here, I have a related question Is there any such thing as Metric sized AN hardware? Or would you just get high grade bolts in metric sizes if you need them... Just wondering... Matt http://kr1.infinigral.com - Matthew

KR> HS Weight

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
t, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> Composite Tanks

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
You guys building composite tanks: How are you routing the fuel lines through the tank sides? Are you drilling a hole, floxing, then using an AN fitting, or just running a hard line though a hole and floxing the whole mess in place. Matt http://kr1.infinigral.com

KR> KR List

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
n is also very dated. It's a nice concept and would be great if it could be self updated. --------- Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> Re: Screwed, blued and tattoed !!!

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
___ to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html - Matthew Elder Orangeburg, SC http://www.infinigral.com/melder

KR> Magic Number

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
All, Looking for information on the "magic number" for torquing assemblies to the main spar (like the W.A.F.'s.) I've heard/read 10 ft. lbs. but just wanted to see what others were doing. The ole that-feels-about-right method might be okay too ;-) Thoughts? Also, anyone have any experience

KR> G limit and new to list intro

2008-10-12 Thread Matthew Elder
Hey all.. I'm new to the list, though I've been building for about a year. You may have stopped by my site already, and I've pestered quite a few of you on occasion, so some know who I am :-) I had some thoughts on the G-limit questions, and it sounds like the discussion is heading more towar