KR>KR2S removable parts.

2022-01-18 Thread Mike Sylvester
[image/jpeg][image/jpeg] I copied Mark’s great idea to make all the upper parts removable. I can have all the parts off in 25 minutes and ready for inspection or upgrades. Going back together takes about 45 minutes. Mike Sylvester kr2s builder Birmingham,AL. Cell no.205-966-3854

KR>KR2S tail dimensions

2021-09-26 Thread Oscar Zuniga
As an info-sharing list for experimental aircraft designers and builders, this KRNet discussion about the proportions and arrangement of the KR empennage is the essence of why I'm still here after 28 years or so. This sort of discussion is what led to the development of the KR-optimized airfoil

KR>KR2S horizontail dimensions

2021-09-24 Thread Luis Claudio via KRnet
Larry, I believe that John has given us an idea... why don't all those airplanes with finish tails send in their dimensions and we can do a compilation by N number of tail dimensions and see if we can come up with an average 2S tail dimension guideline? It might help future buildings decide on

KR>KR2S project for sale, Marysville, CA

2021-08-24 Thread Mark Langford
Gerald Campbell is selling his KR2S project, originally started by Tim Brown. See http://www.angelfire.com/super/timkr2s/ for details of what it looked like when Gerald bought it. It's pretty much "boat stage" with wing structure built and mounted, at the point of foaming the wings. Tim used

KR>KR2S for sale, Wisconsin - sealed bids due by Wednesday night, August 18th, by 11:59PM CST

2021-08-17 Thread Mark Langford
Reminder, Pete's KR2S will be sold to the highest bidder received Wednesday night at midnight, CST. See below for details. I should add that Pete reserves the right to not sell it if the highest bid is ridiculously low, although I certainly don't think that will happen. I will be out of emai

KR> KR2S For Sale

2020-11-18 Thread Nicholas Andersen via KRnet
Hey everyone, I have put my project up for sale. I recently bought an airplane and I am looking to move on from this project as soon as possible. Please see my ad on Barnstormers for pictures and feel free to reply back to me at this email address for any questions! https://www.barnstormers.com/c

Re: KR> KR2s purchase question

2020-07-03 Thread Craig Williams via KRnet
I had a similar accident last year with a slow rollover that crushed the turtledeck and broke off the tail. Wings and Spars were fine. The KR is a tough bird...to a point. Craig N886MJ N6423B > On July 3, 2020 at 8:08 AM Mark Langford via KRnet > wrote: > > > David Stacchini wrote: > >

Re: KR> KR2s purchase question

2020-07-03 Thread David Stacchini via KRnet
Thank you for the details Mark! I looked at that website and other than some "new" paint, she looks about the same. Thank you again and have a Happy 4th of July! Dave ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.

Re: KR> KR2s purchase question

2020-07-03 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
David Stacchini wrote: > It looks really promising, but I’m nervous about an airplane that has been > in an accident. How hard is it to inspect the wing spars for “hidden” > damage? Dave, I have personal knowledge of that plane, and I would not worry about it for a second. What happened is

KR> KR2s purchase question

2020-07-03 Thread David Stacchini via KRnet
Good morning, I’m Dave Stacchini, and I’m a newish member. I’ve been searching for an airplane and this morning I noticed that Jim Hill’s old airplane is the for. It looks really promising, but I’m nervous about an airplane that has been in an accident. How hard is it to inspect the wing spars f

Re: KR> KR2S project for sale

2020-03-19 Thread Kayak via KRnet
There is definitely a generation change of interests, I'm noticing that in other areas as well regarding antique technologies and collectibles (such as radio receivers, antique engines) dropping in price and interest dropping off. I have a friend who has collected railroad grade pocket watches (and

KR> KR2S project for sale

2020-03-19 Thread Mike Stirewalt via KRnet
Cc: Steven Bedford<mailto:s1bedf...@msn.com> Subject: KR> Kr2s project for sale Hi krnet, Unfortunately I need to find a home for my airplane build. I recently changed jobs and had to move to a new home with no room for the plane. It is a plans built plane with diehl wings. It comes with wings

Re: KR> KR2s for sale

2020-03-18 Thread Joe via KRnet
I have a boot in Wisconsin if interested.Joe. -From: "john mitchell via KRnet" To: "Lee Van Dyke" Cc: "john mitchell", "KRnet" Sent: Wednesday March 18 2020 3:54:35PM Subject: Re: KR> KR2s for sale Thank

Re: KR> KR2s for sale

2020-03-18 Thread john mitchell via KRnet
Thank you! little too far On Wed, Mar 18, 2020 at 11:50 AM Lee Van Dyke wrote: > Sorry I should have added that in the post. Sunny and warm Arizona > > Lee Van Dyke > > > On Mar 18, 2020, at 2:54 AM, john mitchell via KRnet < > krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > > > > Hi Lee what is your location.

Re: KR> KR2s for sale

2020-03-18 Thread Lee Van Dyke via KRnet
Sorry I should have added that in the post. Sunny and warm Arizona Lee Van Dyke > On Mar 18, 2020, at 2:54 AM, john mitchell via KRnet > wrote: > > Hi Lee what is your location. thank you John > >> On Wed, Mar 18, 2020 at 1:35 AM Lee Van Dyke via KRnet >> wrote: >> >> I have 3 KR project

Re: KR> KR2s for sale

2020-03-18 Thread john mitchell via KRnet
Hi Lee what is your location. thank you John On Wed, Mar 18, 2020 at 1:35 AM Lee Van Dyke via KRnet wrote: > I have 3 KR projects for ranging from $500.00 to $2,000.00. One retract > gear, boat with spars and Vertical and Horizontal skins, one is a KR2 plus > 12 inches. On gear, with brakes,

KR> KR2s for sale

2020-03-17 Thread Lee Van Dyke via KRnet
I have 3 KR projects for ranging from $500.00 to $2,000.00. One retract gear, boat with spars and Vertical and Horizontal skins, one is a KR2 plus 12 inches. On gear, with brakes, rudder pedals mounted and cables run. It also has Diehl wing skins. I’m cleaning out my hangar and they must go.

KR> Kr2s project for sale

2020-01-29 Thread Steven Bedford via KRnet
Hi krnet, Unfortunately I need to find a home for my airplane build. I recently changed jobs and had to move to a new home with no room for the plane. It is a plans built plane with diehl wings. It comes with wings and ailerons complete, 7 gallon wing tanks, 12 gallon header tank, terra radio a

Re: KR> KR2S N8981S progress report

2020-01-24 Thread Luis Claudio via KRnet
I will be using KHQZ Mesquite Metro Airport. Luis  On Thursday, January 23, 2020, 10:18:52 AM CST, Randall Smith via KRnet wrote: What airport do you plan on using? Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 23, 2020, at 12:00 AM, Luis Claudio via KRnet > wrote: > > Craig is truly an inspiratio

Re: KR> KR2S N8981S progress report

2020-01-23 Thread Randall Smith via KRnet
What airport do you plan on using? Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 23, 2020, at 12:00 AM, Luis Claudio via KRnet > wrote: > > Craig is truly an inspiration... now I feel like a wimp cause I've been > hibernating against these cold winter days of mid 50's temperatures in Dallas > and watching h

KR> KR2S N8981S progress report

2020-01-22 Thread Luis Claudio via KRnet
Craig is truly an inspiration... now I feel like a wimp cause I've been hibernating against these cold winter days of mid 50's temperatures in Dallas and watching his video of him working with all that snow around... inspires me to bundle up and get back out to the garage and work on my bird.  S

Re: KR> KR2S Plans Wanted

2019-08-15 Thread Gary Wold via KRnet
Brad, I have a set KR2S plans to sell. Also have 1) the wing attach brackets with hardware and 2) the Corvair Conversion Manual with the disassembly DVD. Contact me off list at 'pilotgary at charter dot net' if interested. On Wed, Aug 14, 2019 at 4:21 PM Brad via KRnet wrote: > Following up fr

KR> KR2S plans NVAERO......etc?

2019-08-14 Thread Oscar Zuniga via KRnet
I'll add a little something here. I've been on KRNet since sometime in the early 1990s, although I owned a set of KR2 plans that I had gotten from Jeanette Rand some years before that. Mark Langford has been on the net considerably longer than that, and has worked tirelessly to advance the sta

KR> KR2S Plans Wanted

2019-08-14 Thread Brad via KRnet
Following up from the message traffic earlier this week on the availability of KR2S plans, which sounds like may be on hold through. Nvaero for the time being. Looking to see if anyone has a set of KR2S plans they are looking to sell? Thanks, Brad b...@allmail.net _

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO......etc?

2019-08-14 Thread Tommy Waymack via KRnet
Thanks to the moderator for an excellent explanation.Will second that and remind us everyone connected to the gathering and KRnet are volunteers.Thanks again.Tommy W. Virus-free. www.av

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO......etc?

2019-08-13 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
Devin York via KRnet wrote: >Looking for plans for a KR2S. NVaero site seems down? I talked to NVaero owner Steve Glover, and he is aware that the website is down and will work towards reviving it when he gets a chance. He has several much larger issues on his mind now, with almost his enti

KR> KR2S Project For Sale

2019-08-13 Thread Nicholas Andersen via KRnet
Hello all, I have a complete KR2S for sale. I bought the project to upgrade the engine and instrument panel, and then finish her up and get her airborne. Unfortunately, I've moved and don't have time to complete the project anymore. A little about the project: gorgeous Deihl wings, extra cowling

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread Devin York via KRnet
Gary shoot your email. Thanks On Mon, Aug 12, 2019, 9:53 PM Gary Wold via KRnet, wrote: > If interested, I have KR2S plans I'm ready to sell. Also have the wing > attachment fittings. Contact me off list if interested. > > I ordered a different kit. > > On Aug 12, 2019 5:49 PM, Devin York via KR

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread Craig Williams via KRnet
This sounds like a good topic of discussion for the gathering. Some stability in availability of plans and parts would be helpful. Craig N886MJ > On August 12, 2019 at 9:25 PM Tony King via KRnet > wrote: > > > "I guess the first few was built without the aid of prefabbed parts" > > Tru

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread Gary Wold via KRnet
If interested, I have KR2S plans I'm ready to sell. Also have the wing attachment fittings. Contact me off list if interested. I ordered a different kit.On Aug 12, 2019 5:49 PM, Devin York via KRnet wrote:Looking for plans for a KR2S NVaero site seems down? Anyone able to help? yorkde...@gm

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread Tony King via KRnet
"I guess the first few was built without the aid of prefabbed parts" True. Not many built without the aid of plans though. Cheers, Tony On Tue, 13 Aug 2019 at 11:20, donald january via KRnet wrote: > What a shame if the one or two suppliers of KR family of aircraft stops > supplying but I gu

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread donald january via KRnet
What a shame if the one or two suppliers of KR family of aircraft stops supplying but I guess the first few was built without the aid of prefabbed parts. On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 6:30 PM Devin York via KRnet wrote: > I am not sure? Been trying to contact somehow to purchase a 2S plans set. > Pho

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread Devin York via KRnet
I am not sure? Been trying to contact somehow to purchase a 2S plans set. Phone number worked but no reply as of yet... On Mon, Aug 12, 2019, 8:26 PM John Bouyea via KRnet, wrote: > >>... NVaero site seems down? ...<< > I see the same thing and get a message the domain name has expired. > Is St

Re: KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread John Bouyea via KRnet
>>... NVaero site seems down? ...<< I see the same thing and get a message the domain name has expired. Is Steve Glover still on the list? Any updates? John Bouyea KR-2S - 709 TTAF OR81/ Hillsboro, OR 2015 KR@MMV Gathering CoHost ___ Search the KRnet

KR> KR2S plans NVAERO?

2019-08-12 Thread Devin York via KRnet
Looking for plans for a KR2S NVaero site seems down? Anyone able to help? yorkde...@gmail.com ___ 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. se

KR> KR2S Corvair for sale

2019-07-02 Thread Craig Williams via KRnet
Just listed on Barnstormers my engine from N886MJ. Plus a spare engine. 2for1 Craig ___ 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:/

KR> KR2S for Sale in Dallas-$3,500

2019-06-21 Thread Mark Payne Jr via KRnet
Hello, https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/avo/d/arlington-kr2s-experimental-aircraft/6890328118.html KR-2S project for sale in Dallas. $3,500 obo Build book and plans included. The VW engine has been sold but have the mount, prop, and spinner. A mostly completed project. Has Westach gauges for

KR> KR2S 50% complete for sale

2019-06-05 Thread Craig Williams via KRnet
Selling my other KR2S to fund the rebuild of 886MJ. https://rockford.craigslist.org/avo/6905646346.html Craig ___ 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.

Re: KR> KR2S nose heavy

2019-05-06 Thread Flesner via KRnet
On 5/6/2019 1:52 PM, Kayak via KRnet wrote: Put the CG where it belongs, and you wont be chasing pitch trim all the time to no avail... my 2 cents + The problem is "center of lift"  and the "C.G". , which need to balance, are

KR> KR2S nose heavy trim or CG?

2019-05-06 Thread Jeff Scott via KRnet
FWIW, the adjustable trim on a plane should be able to effectively compensate for all loads from the forward to the aft limit of the allowable CG range. If it doesn't then you are dealing with a design issue you might want to consider correcting. After rebuilding the tail and correcting the

Re: KR> KR2S nose heavy

2019-05-06 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
"Kayak1176" wrote: > When the baggage was loaded, it flew like a dream! Put the CG where it > belongs, and you wont be chasing pitch trim all the time to no avail. The problem with typical KRs is that when you have it perfectly balanced on the CG, and then add a passenger, you have an aft CG pro

Re: KR> KR2S nose heavy

2019-05-06 Thread Kayak via KRnet
I dont think this is about tail aerodynamics, that's a bandaid. It's about the Center of the weight being where it supposed to be. I had a nose-heavy Avid and you could trim, but as soon as power was reduced, nose got heavy again. It would never trim for balance at all power levels. Very annoying.

Re: KR> KR2S nose heavy

2019-05-06 Thread Stef den Boer via KRnet
Mike, I had the same idea ( maybe readed at your website) But I heard also Mark with his comment about the flutter ideaI am affraid for flutter. How big is the change I can aspect flutter? Do you have pics of your bungy system? Stef > Op 5 mei 2019 om 17:31 schreef Mike Sylvester via KRne

KR> KR2S nose heavy

2019-05-05 Thread Mike Sylvester via KRnet
When I was building my KR2SS knowing that I was going to hang the larger engine on the front (O-200), I put another 1/2 degree down on the leading edge of the horizontal stabilizer. It was not enough. With no trim, You have to hold back on the stick. It's bad enough that if you were to release b

Re: KR> KR2S Project Dallas, TX

2019-03-26 Thread Luis Claudio via KRnet
Larry I know of a flying (but stored) KR1 with a Subaru engine at Hicks (T67) airport in Northwest Dallas. The airplane is flyable and was for sale about the time that I bought mine about three years ago. I will have to go back and do some research to get the name but the airplane was still the

KR> KR2S Project Dallas, TX

2019-03-26 Thread Flesner via KRnet
I have a question for someone in the Dallas area, maybe Randy Smith.  Les Palmer had a friend that had a finished KR with, I think, a Subaru engine that had not yet flown.  I think that would have been in the mid 80's or so.  I don't recall his name but I saw the airplane when on a training tri

Re: KR> KR2S Project For Sale - Dallas, TX

2019-03-26 Thread Mike Sylvester via KRnet
PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Mark Payne Jr Subject: KR> KR2S Project For Sale - Dallas, TX Hello, I have a KR2S project for sale. Fixed Gear KR2S for sale. Located at arlington municipal airport in the Dallas, TX area. Buyer could potentially take over the hangar space (shared for less t

KR> KR2S Project For Sale - Dallas, TX

2019-03-26 Thread Mark Payne Jr via KRnet
Hello, I have a KR2S project for sale. Fixed Gear KR2S for sale. Located at arlington municipal airport in the Dallas, TX area. Buyer could potentially take over the hangar space (shared for less than $100 per month). It is a complete project with pretty much everything you’d need to get it

KR> KR2S rudder

2018-10-20 Thread Lee Shook via KRnet
Asking if anyone has a rudder for sale for a KR2S Thanks Lee Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://li

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-22 Thread Roger via KRnet
I used 5 " with bent spars. A little more wouldn't hurt, but it is not an issue on XCs. Roger Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 15, 2018, at 3:35 PM, Rodger via KRnet wrote: > > Has anyone set the dihedral greater than the 5” up at 77.5” as called for in > the plans? With bent spars, the dihedr

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-17 Thread william crawford via KRnet
I know should I drop the pencil on the floor, it stays there. If I go after it I'll be upside down. Bill Crawford KR-2S Sent from my Galaxy Tab A (2016) ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. Please see

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-17 Thread Phillip Matheson via KRnet
I completely understand. Unless perfect weather I cannot let the stick go to use maps etc. even changing to left hand makes a difference to wing level ( Center stick) Kr2. Not S. now over 700 hours. My new KR2ss with 0200 project has a wing leveler Phil. Sent from my iPhone > On 17 Sep 2018,

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-17 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
And let's try that link again, on it's on line: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dihedral_(aeronautics) You may have to copy and paste the whole line into your browser. It works that way. Mark Langford, Huntsville, AL ML "at" N56ML.com www.N56ML.com

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-17 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
Maybe I should qualify the below paragraph. When I'm flying hands-off, and simply leaning my head or torso left and right to keep it flying straight ahead, THAT'S when if I let it go too far it will keep on going into either a left or right roll off. It's not a strong tendency, but it's the dom

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-16 Thread Mark Langford via KRnet
Rodger wrote: > Has anyone set the dihedral greater than the 5” up at 77.5” as called for in the plans? With bent spars, the dihedral can begin at the fuselage. So, would it be beneficial with greater or less dihedral? From some research I did a long time ago, I decided if I built another pl

Re: KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-16 Thread Mike Sylvester via KRnet
bolt holes away from the edge and gave me piece of mind. Mike Sylvester kr2s builder Birmingham,AL. Cell no.205-966-3854 From: KRnet on behalf of Rodger via KRnet Sent: Saturday, September 15, 2018 3:35 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Rodger Subject: KR>

KR> KR2S Dihedral

2018-09-15 Thread Rodger via KRnet
Has anyone set the dihedral greater than the 5” up at 77.5” as called for in the plans? With bent spars, the dihedral can begin at the fuselage. So, would it be beneficial with greater or less dihedral? Thanks, Rodger ___ Search the KRnet Archives at ht

Re: KR> KR2S For Sale

2018-04-03 Thread Steve Reckinger via KRnet
I would like more info on your KR2s please. Steve Reckinger sclaren...@gmail.com 402 651-7633 Omaha, Nebraska On Tue, Apr 3, 2018, 1:02 PM Jason Brooks via KRnet wrote: > I'm going to sell my KR2S. It is down because it needs some paint and new > windows but other than that it is in good shape.

Re: KR> KR2S For Sale

2018-04-03 Thread Hal Dantone via KRnet
1. where are you and plane located?2. photos?3. asking price? Hal Dantone, Kingsville, TX On Tuesday, April 3, 2018 1:02 PM, Jason Brooks via KRnet wrote: I'm going to sell my KR2S.  It is down because it needs some paint and new windows but other than that it is in good shape.  It has

KR> KR2S For Sale

2018-04-03 Thread Jason Brooks via KRnet
I'm going to sell my KR2S. It is down because it needs some paint and new windows but other than that it is in good shape. It has an O-290-G Lycoming powerplant, Dynon D10A, and a Great Plains engine information system. It has not flown since August of last year but I pull it out of the garage,

KR> KR2S in NZ

2017-04-25 Thread svd via KRnet
Hi Guys, Some while ago I missed buying Roy Marsh’s KR2S. Its moved about a bit since (perhaps to put it mildly). I think it may have popped up on a farm auction in New Zealand! Sadly, I don’t live there anymore and the cost of transporting it back would not make sense - perhaps its just an

Re: KR> KR2S O-200 Flight

2017-01-27 Thread Mike Sylvester via KRnet
Great video. Mike Sylvester kr2s builder Birmingham,AL. Cell no.205-966-3854 From: KRnet on behalf of svd via KRnet Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 2:04 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: svd Subject: KR> KR2S O-200 Flight Put together a little video

KR> KR2S O-200 Flight

2017-01-27 Thread svd via KRnet
Put together a little video on yesterday’s flight: https://youtu.be/k5kWkv-Es_s ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see http://list.krnet.org/ma

KR> KR2s For Sale - Oregon

2016-10-08 Thread Mark Langford
Dan Pritchard wrote: >> You can see lots of greatphoto shots (thanks to Mark L.) on the 2015 >> McMinnville Oregon KR Gathering site.<< And the link is http://www.krnet.org/mmv/ Mark Langford ML at N56ML.com http://www.n56ml.com

KR> KR2s For Sale - Oregon

2016-10-08 Thread Dan
Haven't been too anxious to sell my KR2s project but hanger lease is coming up and I would like to move it to a new home. You can see lots of great photo shots (thanks to Mark L.) on the 2015 McMinnville Oregon KR Gathering site. Give me a shout via email or call. Go to youtube and search N257DP

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-19 Thread Randall Smith
I have been at 1450 with the one I had but I also had an O200. My wife and I would put a weekend bag in the back loaded up with fuel and go. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 18, 2016, at 3:36 PM, mark jones via KRnet > wrote: > > Mine is at 1300 and I have flown it at every bit of that weight >

KR> KR2S gross weight / WAF's

2016-08-19 Thread Larry Flesner
At 07:39 AM 8/19/2016, you wrote: >Larry Flesner and I have seen wings where the spar broke on impact with >the ground at the bottom of a spin, and the spar broke a few inches from >the WAF, not at the WAF or the connections from WAF to spars. +++

KR> Kr2s Engine?

2016-08-19 Thread Doran Jaffas
e going >> to build a Corvair to try to match an O-200 for reliability, it's going to >> cost as much to build as the O-200. >> >> -Jeff Scott >> Los Alamos, NM >> >> >> >> >> >> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at 6:55 PM

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-19 Thread Doran Jaffas
Very good INFORMATION . Thanks from a new KR fan. On Aug 19, 2016 8:40 AM, "Mark Langford via KRnet" wrote: > Folks who witnessed the attempted destruction of a stub spar at a past > Gathering will probably agree that the spars have a significant margin > of safety on the KRs. The spars were jack

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-19 Thread n357cj
Gary, I have N357Cj placarded at 1250# but I also lowered the G rating to +4 g and I don't remember the negative number right now. but in any case I don't feel it is simply a gross weight decision. Joe Horton Subject: KR> KR2S gross weight question I've been researching

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-19 Thread ml at n56ml.com
Folks who witnessed the attempted destruction of a stub spar at a past Gathering will probably agree that the spars have a significant margin of safety on the KRs. The spars were jacked up to the point of being bent probably 14" upward from the fuselage, and neither fuselage nor spars gave. Finall

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-19 Thread Doran Jaffas
ary, > I have N357Cj placarded at 1250# but I also lowered the G rating to +4 g > and I don't remember the negative number right now. but in any case I don't > feel it is simply a gross weight decision. > Joe Horton > > > Subject: KR> KR2S gross weight question > &

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-18 Thread mark jones
Mine is at 1300 and I have flown it at every bit of that weight Mark Jones (N886MJ) Dunedin, FL Sent from my iPhone 6

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-18 Thread Chris Gardiner
Gary, I'm using 1100 lbs on my data plate for my KR2S. It has a VW 2180. Empty weight is 740 lbs dry. Right within the range suggested by Mark L. Some are fLying closer to 1200 lbs in the US. Centre of gravity position when loaded is a critical factor to maintaining control . Regards Chris Gardine

KR> Kr2s Engine?

2016-08-18 Thread Doran Jaffas
t as much to build as the O-200. > > -Jeff Scott > Los Alamos, NM > > > > > > Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at 6:55 PM > From: "Mark Langford via KRnet" > To: KRnet > Cc: "Mark Langford" > Subject: Re: KR> Kr2s Engine? > "Stan&q

KR> Kr2s Engine?

2016-08-18 Thread Tony King
Hi Stan, A 70 inch prop on a KR seems unlikely. They're a bit close to the ground. The TBO on a corvair is whatever you (the builder) decide. Comparing engines is too difficult for an email response. There are so many variables and some of them come down to simple personal preference. There a

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-18 Thread Gary Wold
I've been researching this for a little while but am not finding any real info. What are KR2S builders using as their gross weight? I'm looking at tri-gear and Corvair engine. Thanks Gary Wold Pilotgary at charter.net

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-18 Thread Doran Jaffas
You can take Mr. Langfords word as golden. He knows. On Aug 18, 2016 10:04 AM, "Mark Langford via KRnet" wrote: > Gary Wold wrote: > > > I've been researching this for a little while but am not finding any real > > info. What are KR2S builders using as their gross weight? I'm looking > at > > t

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-18 Thread ml at n56ml.com
Gary Wold wrote: > I've been researching this for a little while but am not finding any real > info. What are KR2S builders using as their gross weight? I'm looking at > tri-gear and Corvair engine. I would think the average is probably between 1100 and 1200 on the data plate. Mark Langford, H

KR> Kr2s Engine?

2016-08-18 Thread Jeff Scott
ch an O-200 for reliability, it's going to cost as much to build as the O-200. -Jeff Scott Los Alamos, NM ? ? Sent:?Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at 6:55 PM From:?"Mark Langford via KRnet" To:?KRnet Cc:?"Mark Langford" Subject:?Re: KR> Kr2s Engine? "Stan"

KR> Kr2s Engine?

2016-08-17 Thread Global Solutions
Recently I noted a video on youtube where a guy has an o200 in his aircraft and he does a take off and short flight and lands. Located here->https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KP5Uu7pSmqc I asked him about the speeds and he has indicated that they are as follows-> Propeller warp drive 70 inch with

KR> Kr2s Engine?

2016-08-17 Thread Mark Langford
"Stan" wrote: > Based on the above wouldn't the Corvair seem to be the better > choice? What is the advantage of the o200 vs the Corvair or the > Corvair over the o200? What is the time between overhaul on a > Corvair? The difference between the two boils down to the O-200 is a real airplane eng

KR> KR2S For Sale

2016-08-10 Thread Dan Prichard
What an exciting afternoon. I still have my KR2S project for sale or trade in Portland Oregon. Would be happy to discuss. Dan Prichard Dprich01 at comcast.net 503-715-7178 Sent from my iPhone

KR> KR2S Pictures.

2016-07-12 Thread Mike Sylvester
Virgil, Yes I blew it. My bad. Just go to the krnet.org construction list and I'm on the bottom. Mike Sylvester kr2s builder Birmingham,AL. Cell no.205-966-3854

KR> KR2S Pictures.

2016-07-11 Thread Mike Sylvester
Hey Guys, If anyone would like to see my girl in her red dress, check out my Blog. https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=273638377351750303#overview/src=dashboard Mike Sylvester kr2s builder Birmingham,AL. Cell no.205-966-3854

KR> KR2s

2016-04-09 Thread Chris Kinnaman
Oh yeah. Cultivating a Vulture mindset has served me well when it comes to furthering my vehicular interests... Chris On 4/9/2016 10:41 AM, Mike Stirewalt via KRnet wrote: > A big thank you to all those fearful wives who make their husbands > sell their toys. Mike KSEE

KR> KR2s

2016-04-09 Thread laser147 at juno.com
> "Anyone wanting to see some photos of Josh Choitz's KR2s for sale can go to: http://www.bouyea.net/KRGathering/ and click on 2011." Nice treatment of the canopy. I saw that with Bill Clapp's plane (wonder whatever happened to that one . . .) and having that top would sure help with glare (t

KR> KR2s for sale

2016-04-09 Thread Larry Flesner
Anyone wanting to see some photos of Josh Choitz's KR2s for sale can go to: http://www.bouyea.net/KRGathering/ and click on 2011 Gathering photos, then select 209JC on the list of KRs with photos. You can't build one for what Josh is asking and with an 0-200 !!! Larry Flesner

KR> kr2S question

2016-03-13 Thread Dan Heath
This is what was recommended and what I used. I later did change out the 4-11 for 5 X 5 on the same wheels. The WHLW50S1.25 using the WHLAXLE2 axle assembly will work with the 11x4-5 tire and tube. The WHLAXLE2 uses 4 0.25 bolts on 1.25 centers. See N64KR at http:

KR> KR2S build

2016-02-11 Thread Garry Cowles
Just a heads up. If you make the bay's longer the 4ft bottom plywood panels do not fit and you have to do a lot of scarfing Garry Cowles Orlando Sent from my iPad

KR> KR2S project for sale

2015-11-12 Thread Mike Arnold
Evans, please send contact info to marnold771 at gmail.com On Nov 12, 2015 8:42 AM, "Evans Powell via KRnet" wrote: > Have a KR2S kit I won't be able to finish for a long time; too long. > Signed a mobility agreement and will now be going overseas. > > I bought this kit near day VFR completion.

KR> KR2S project for sale

2015-11-12 Thread Evans Powell
Have a KR2S kit I won't be able to finish for a long time; too long. Signed a mobility agreement and will now be going overseas. I bought this kit near day VFR completion. I am TAKING OFFERS from those who are serious. If you want a KR2S that is pristine and doesn't need work then please don't w

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-16 Thread mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com
ld > > EAA Lifetime member > > Eagle Scout > > > > -Original Message- > > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Paul VISK > > via > > KRnet > > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 6:05 PM > > To: KRnet

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-16 Thread mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com
y Wold > > EAA Lifetime member > > Eagle Scout > > > > -Original Message- > > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Paul VISK > > via > > KRnet > > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 6:05 PM > > To: KRnet >

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-16 Thread mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com
&_nkw=kr2+airplane&_sacat=0 > > > > > > Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2015 02:48:50 +0000 > > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > > Subject: Re: KR> kR2S model > > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > > CC: mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com > > > > You want on

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-16 Thread mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com
look at and, hence, dream about. > > Thanks > > > Gary Wold > EAA Lifetime member > Eagle Scout > > -Original Message- > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Paul VISK > via > KRnet > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 6:

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-16 Thread mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com
aul VISK > via > KRnet > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 6:05 PM > To: KRnet > Cc: Paul VISK > Subject: Re: KR> kR2S model > > I think seeing one of these models on a 3d printer would be pretty cool > > > Paul ViskBelleville Il618-406-4705 > >

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-15 Thread Mark Jones
>I'll add a twisthow about a 'desk' model or one for self-assembly? >I'd >like to have one to look at and, hence, dream about. Go on eBay and under search type in KR2 and you will see several auctions to buy a wood model of the KR. Mark Jones (N886MJ) Stevens Point, WI E-mail: flykr2s a

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-15 Thread Gary Wold
Paul VISK via KRnet Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 6:05 PM To: KRnet Cc: Paul VISK Subject: Re: KR> kR2S model I think seeing one of these models on a 3d printer would be pretty cool Paul ViskBelleville Il618-406-4705 Original message From: Global Solutions via KRnet Da

KR> kR2S model

2015-10-15 Thread Bill Masquelier
:48:50 + > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> kR2S model > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: mfreeman2 at indy.rr.com > > You want one like this then, it may be a bit pricey for you. > But then I've found that everything in aviation is expensive. >

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