KR> Primer

2015-09-26 Thread Dan Heath
Actually 1 works on both the VW and Corvair. I did eventually put 2 on the Corvair, just cause. See N64KR at http://KRBuilder.org - Then click on the pics 2015 KR Gathering - McMinnville, OR. September 3 - 6 -- See U There. Peoples Choice at 2013 - KR Gathering

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> primer coat on composite

2010-07-03 Thread Dan Heath
I used smooth prime, and will never use it again, so I do not suggest that one. If you want to know why, just ask off net. Any two part filler primer will do fine. I was advised that using a Lacquer based paint is better for your health than enamel, so you may want to investigate which type you

KR> primer coat on composite

2010-07-03 Thread Dave McCauley
I'm building a KRSuper2 and have the fuselage upside down for what is likely the last time. Before I flip it back over, I'd like to prime and sand the bottom. I've read about Smooth Prime but it seems a little expensive for my budget. Anybody have any suggestions on a composite primer that goes

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Langford
Bobby wrote: > What are you using as a primer > on your bird that is oil resistant? Like I said, I don't want to do any > paint work until I'm sure I'm finished with the chain saw. Mine is a urethane primer called "Ultimate2K" from MarHyde, sold at most auto paint stores. Mark Langford, Huntsv

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread bo...@hatconversions.com
Mark, Has it been pretty oil proof so far? Bobby wrote: > >> What are you using as a primer >> on your bird that is oil resistant? Like I said, I don't want to do any >> paint work until I'm sure I'm finished with the chain saw. > > Mine is a urethane primer called "Ultimate2K" from MarHyde,

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Jones
Subject: Re: KR> primer Mark, Has it been pretty oil proof so far? Bobby wrote: > >> What are you using as a primer >> on your bird that is oil resistant? Like I said, I don't want to do any >> paint work until I'm sure I'm finished with the chain saw

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread R. Eason Sr.
Wales, WI Visit my web site: http://www.flykr2s.com Email: mailto:flyk...@wi.rr.com -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of bo...@hatconversions.com Sent: Wednesday, March 08, 2006 8:56 AM To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> primer Mark, Has it bee

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2008-10-12 Thread Kenneth Wiltrout
uot;R. Eason Sr." To: "KRnet" Sent: Wednesday, March 08, 2006 11:15 AM Subject: RE: KR> primer >I don't intend to be negative to this idea but I have had a fare amount of >experience painting cars and driving them in prime is a bad idea. It >requires much more

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2008-10-12 Thread Brian Kraut
]On Behalf Of Mark Jones Sent: Wednesday, March 08, 2006 10:46 AM To: KRnet Subject: RE: KR> primer Bobby, This is the other Mark chiming in here. I too primed my plane with MarHyde Ultimate 2K as Langford did so I could fly and paint later. The only difference is that Langford actually pain

KR> Primer solinoid

2008-10-12 Thread Colin Rainey
Dan and netters It would be very easy to wire a primer solenoid into the starter circuit for use only while starting. Use a Bosch or equivalent 20 amp relay, and wire the starter solenoid wire to the switched side of the relay, making a "Y" to be able to connect to both. The other side of the r

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Colin Rainey
"Dan and netters It would be very easy to wire a primer solenoid into the starter circuit for use only while starting." Here are some additional thoughts after Brian's post between Dan and I: start of fuel flow. As a quick fix I would add a single primer injector just AFTER the carb, and only s

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Colin Rainey
After reading my own post, it sounded confusing, so I will better explain it. Wire a main switch for power to a toggle on the panel for the primer. This prevents accidental use when not desired. Then wire in 2 separate momentary on switches, one that is the same as the starter activation switch,

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread patrusso
Gosh, I have the Zenith carb supplied by Great Plains with a spring loaded choke and never worry about priming! Starts every time without hassle. Old fashion, isn't it? Throttle forward one third, pull choke and press start button! Just like my very first car, a '34 plymouth!

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Ron Freiberger
What ever happened to the pull-out-to -fill-push-in -to-squirt idea..?. Works well, easy to use, and simple. Put one line to each side at the top, use a .016 diameter orifice. Ron Freiberger mail to ronandmar...@earthlink.net

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Dan Heath
OVER. Daniel R. Heath - Lexington, SC ---Original Message--- From: Ron Freiberger List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 11/29/05 14:08:10 To: 'KRnet' Subject: RE: KR> Primer What ever happened to the pull-out-to -fill-push-in -to-squirt idea..?. Works well, easy to use, and sim

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Jones
Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2005 1:09 PM To: 'KRnet' Subject: RE: KR> Primer What ever happened to the pull-out-to -fill-push-in -to-squirt idea..?. Works well, easy to use, and simple. Put one line to each side at the top, use a .016 diameter orifice. Ron Freiberger mail to ronandma

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread VIRGIL N SALISBURY
Some one older than I, Virg On Tue, 29 Nov 2005 14:00:24 -0500 "patrusso" writes: > Gosh, I have the Zenith carb supplied by Great Plains with a spring > loaded > choke and never worry about priming! Starts every time without > hassle. Old > fashion, isn't it? Throttle forward one thi

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2008-10-12 Thread Jerry Mahurin
Lexington, SC > ---Original Message--- > > From: Ron Freiberger > Date: 11/29/05 14:08:10 > To: 'KRnet' > Subject: RE: KR> Primer > > What ever happened to the pull-out-to -fill-push-in -to-squirt idea..?. > Works well, easy to use, and simple. Put one

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Dan Heath
. Heath - Lexington, SC ---Original Message--- From: Jerry Mahurin List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 11/29/05 16:43:22 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Primer ..the manual primer with just two 1/8" lines is MUCH simpler to work with No wires complex plumb

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2008-10-12 Thread Jerry Mahurin
Pat, I'm with you and Steve Wittmankeep it Simple, Strong and Safe BUT you can't brag about a carb (Ellison) that cost six times as much and requires a couple of fuel pumps and a primer to start.!!! You have less toys to play with, but I guess you would rather be flying. In

KR> Primer

2008-10-12 Thread Ron Butterfield
At 02:09 PM 11/29/05, Ron Freiberger wrote: >What ever happened to the pull-out-to -fill-push-in -to-squirt idea..?. >Works well, easy to use, and simple. Put one line to each side at the >top, use a .016 diameter orifice. The fuel lines don't _have_ to run into the cockpit to do this. It would

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Colin Rainey
The manual primer can also create a no start rich condition if the pilot doesn't get the knob seated and locked, which happens more frequently than A&P's would like to admit. All the certified planes I flew with carbs had this type primer, and half were so hard to push in and out after a few yea

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Steve Bray
motor? Steve Bray Jackson, Tennessee >From: "Colin Rainey" >Reply-To: brokerpilot9...@earthlink.net, KRnet >To: kr...@mylist.net >Subject: KR> primer >Date: Wed, 30 Nov 2005 10:16:03 -0500 > >The manual primer can also create a no start rich condition if

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Golden, Kevin
ist.net Subject: RE: KR> primer Colin I had a push primer in my VP and have one in my 172, I have failed to lock it and didn;t notice any problem. I also feel as if I have some control of the amount of fuel I push in. When you push 1/2 or 1/4 of a stroke surely that is less fuel. Why can&

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Colin Rainey
According to the 1980 Cessna 172 manual priming with one to two full strokes should be sufficient to crank most engines that are cold, in normal conditions. This should apply well to all KR engines where the manual primer is properly matched to the engine. In winter up to 6 strokes may be necess

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Steve Bray
is list and I respect you and your accomplishments and in no way mean to dispute anything you've said, as you say. Just my 2 cents worth. Steve Bray Jackson, Tennessee >From: "Colin Rainey" >Reply-To: brokerpilot9...@earthlink.net, KRnet >To: kr...@mylist.net >Subjec

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Larry&Sallie Flesner
> >I had a push primer in my VP and have one in my 172, >I have failed to lock it and didn;t notice any problem. >Steve Bray Steve, You may just be lucky or your fuel systems tolerate the unlocked primer better than others. A goo

KR> primer

2008-10-12 Thread Brian Kraut
I have one comment on primers. Be sure that you keep some slack in the primer tube where it connects to the intake manifold. The best thing is to wrap one complete loop in the line about 2" diameter. This is to allow some flex in the line before it breaks. Also be sure you check the line regula

KR> Primer system -corvair

2008-10-12 Thread ifly...@aol.com
I have the simplist primer system of all...NONE. With the aerocarb on the corvair I just turn on the fuel - mixture rich - count to five and turn the prop over. When the engine is cold it will sometime take a couple extra revolutions to start - I call it "pre-oiling" which is good for the

KR> Primer system -corvair (Aerocarb)

2008-10-12 Thread Steve Glover
I have the simplist primer system of all...NONE. With the aerocarb on the corvair I just turn on the fuel - mixture rich - count to five and turn the prop over. Hi Net Fans, I have a ACV-C03 Aero Carb for sale if anyone is interested. $275 and

KR> primer for metals such as the WAFs.

2008-10-12 Thread haroldwoods
Hi Netters, Some one asked about the primer for painting WAFs.Below is what I use. Green Epoxy Primer. Manufactured by Dupont. Epoxy Dupont 2580CR, LF Epoxy DTM Primer Sealer. Mix 2 parts by volume to 1 volume of catalyst, Catalyst , Dupont 2505S, DTM Epoxy Primer (activator- mid temperature)

KR> primer for metals such as the WAFs.

2008-10-12 Thread Oscar Zuniga
Harold wrote- >Some one asked about the primer for painting WAFs.Below is what I use. >Green Epoxy Primer. Manufactured by Dupont. >Epoxy Dupont 2580CR, LF Epoxy DTM Primer Sealer. >Mix 2 parts by volume to 1 volume of catalyst, >Catalyst , Dupont 2505S, DTM Epoxy Primer (activator- mid temperatur

KR> Primer for 1835vw, regulator? and Subaru question.

2008-10-12 Thread ponds27
HI Gang My Kr 1835vw engine came with an alternator. Do alternators all have regulators built in or do I need to locate one? If I need to find one what am I asking for and from where? Do I need a primer with side flow carburetor? Can I use a primer from something other then an aircraft suppliers?

KR> Primer for 1835vw, regulator? and Subaru question.

2008-10-12 Thread Brian Kraut
ponds27 Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2004 9:54 PM To: Krnet Subject: KR> Primer for 1835vw, regulator? and Subaru question. HI Gang My Kr 1835vw engine came with an alternator. Do alternators all have regulators built in or do I need to locate one? If I need to find one what am I asking for and f

KR> Primer for 1835vw, regulator? and Subaru question.

2008-10-12 Thread Orma
Do alternators all have regulators built in? Do I need a primer with side flow carburetor? Hello Darren Of the three engines and 3 types of carburetors that I have tried on my KR, I have never used a primer. I have used the Posa and the Revflow. Both instructions say to turn on the fuel for a

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread Ray Fuenzalida
Excellent info on the parts and procedures. My question though is, "Can maritime fitiings, materials etc. be substituted for Wicks parts?" I know there are quality issues with Home Depot type stuff, but are there other options? Thanks. Ray --- Oscar Zuniga wrote: > John asks- > > >Can anyone

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread jscott.pi...@juno.com
On Wed, 15 Sep 2004 17:26:01 -0700 (PDT) Ray Fuenzalida writes: > Excellent info on the parts and procedures. My > question though is, "Can maritime fitiings, materials > etc. be substituted for Wicks parts?" I know there > are quality issues with Home Depot type stuff, but are > there other op

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread jsmon...@aol.com
Can anyone please tell me where the primer lines should enter the engine? I think I have seen a picture recently but can't find it that showed the primer lines entering the intake log. Also what size hole and thread size should be used? Thanks, John Monday KR2S Laguna Beach, CA

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread jscott.pi...@juno.com
On Mon, 13 Sep 2004 16:34:50 EDT jsmon...@aol.com writes: > Can anyone please tell me where the primer lines should enter the > engine? > I think I have seen a picture recently but can't find it that showed the > primer lines entering the intake log. Primer lines typically enter the intake

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread Oscar Zuniga
John asks- >Can anyone please tell me where the primer lines should enter the engine? If you're talking about the Corvair engine, he obvious place is at the base of the carb mounting pad, where there is already a hole and where fuel can go right into the log. There are small tubes sticking out

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Langford
And just in case you missed Jeff's reference to "primer nozzle", you don't want just a plain fitting there, you need one with a tiny orifice in it. This does two things...sprays a fine stream into the manifold for better atomization, and in the event that the line breaks or comes off, it'll only be

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread rparker
Ask Mark Jones about primers at the gathering. Rich Parker Peterborough, NH rpar...@wwhotspots.com http://theparkers.wwhotspots.com/

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Jones
tember 13, 2004 6:47 PM Subject: KR> Primer lines to Engine > > Ask Mark Jones about primers at the gathering. > > Rich Parker > Peterborough, NH > rpar...@wwhotspots.com > http://theparkers.wwhotspots.com/ > ___ > to UNsub

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread jscott.pi...@juno.com
On Mon, 13 Sep 2004 17:02:39 -0500 "Mark Langford" writes: > And just in case you missed Jeff's reference to "primer nozzle", you > don't > want just a plain fitting there, you need one with a tiny orifice in it. > This does two things...sprays a fine stream into the manifold for better > atomiz

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread robert glidden
I did not say a thing MarkBut might be a good topic to talk about.. - Original Message - From: "Mark Jones" To: "rparker" ; "KRnet" Sent: Monday, September 13, 2004 7:03 PM Subject: Re: KR> Primer lines to Engine > You just had to do that

KR> Primer lines to Engine

2008-10-12 Thread Brian Kraut
and I will send you pics. Brian Kraut Engineering Alternatives, Inc. www.engalt.com -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of jsmon...@aol.com Sent: Monday, September 13, 2004 4:35 PM To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> Primer lines

KR> primer solenoid

2008-10-12 Thread larry flesner
>I am planning on a similar primer arrangement for my Lycoming, and have >procured a 12v n.c. solenoid. I was planning to take pressurized fuel from the >aux. pump (facet) but am concerned that it will not supply enough pressure (rated >3-5 psi) to atomize the fuel and feed equal volumes of fu

KR> primer solenoid

2008-10-12 Thread jscott.pi...@juno.com
Riley, This configuration reflects the factory installation on the Beech Skipper. It uses a low pressure (aux) rattle pump to feed fuel from the wings, then a solenoid to bleed fuel to the primer nozzles prior to startup. - >I am planning on a similar pr

KR> primer solenoid

2008-10-12 Thread tncompressor...@aol.com
Larry Flesner wrote: I'm running wing tanks only with Facet fuel pumps, an inline pressure regulator set to 4 1/2 pounds, a Marvel Schebler carb on my 0-200. I use a N.C. solenoid that feeds from the carb side of the gascolator. It puts fuel into the intake "spider" just above the carb. With

KR> primer solenoid

2008-10-12 Thread larry flesner
>Larry Flesner wrote: My 0-200 generally fires on the second >or third blade. For the sake of science I'll go to the airport and >varify that this morning. :-) + Mission completed. Everything still working fine and another hour on the KR. 84

KR> primer works

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Langford
NetHeads Somebody pointed out no messages have been posted since last night (sorry, but I hadn't noticed with all the traffic on CorvAircraft), so this is sort of a test. But just so it won't be a total waste, I'd like to report that I finished installation of the primer circuit today and it work

KR> primer works

2008-10-12 Thread Stephen Jacobs
I've also completed the "totally redundant fuel system" except for the fuel pump ++ Mark - have you been keeping tabs on the weight? What do you expect empty weight to be? Steve J

KR> primer works

2008-10-12 Thread Doug Rupert
in the KR. Doug Rupert. -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Mark Langford Sent: Saturday, August 14, 2004 9:46 PM To: KRnet Cc: Mark Langford Subject: KR> primer works But just so it won't be a total waste, I'd li

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2008-10-12 Thread Orma
May just pick up both Vairs and the type 4's. The type 4's would be worth it if they are have the serial numbers that indicate that they are 2 liter engines. Orma Southfield, MI N110LR celebrating 20 years To the gathering or bust

KR> primer works

2008-10-12 Thread Mark Langford
cost me under three pounds altogether. Mark Langford, Huntsville, Alabama N56ML "at" hiwaay.net see KR2S project at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford - Original Message - From: "Doug Rupert" To: "'KRnet'" Sent: Sunday, August 15, 2004 12:47 AM Su

KR> primer works

2008-10-12 Thread Doug Rupert
Thanks Orma will be sure to check the numbers before purchase Doug

KR> primer works

2008-10-12 Thread Doug Rupert
Thanks Mark just wondered as I have been leaning in this direction. Found 2 Vair cores and a Mazda RX7 so coming to decision time soon. Doug Rupert

KR>primer and paint

2008-10-12 Thread roger mitchell
I'm getting dangerously close to primering my KR2S, help me out guys, what products have you used, what advice can you give to make the job easyer,faster,or better? How about metalic paints,good /bad /or indeferent?

KR>primer and paint

2008-10-12 Thread Ron Freiberger
-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of roger mitchell Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2003 9:48 AM To: kr net Subject: KR>primer and paint I'm getting dangerously close to primering my KR2S, help me out guys, what products have you used, what advice can you give to

KR>primer and paint

2008-10-12 Thread paulw...@webtv.net
Hi, all; My question has to do with paint after the application of smooth prime. I understand that some of the builders are using another type of primer on top of the smooth prime. Why is that, when the smooth prime is supposedly compatible with almost any finish paint that is decided on? I plan t

KR>primer and paint

2008-10-12 Thread Dan Heath
RE:I plan to use S/P as the only primer. I think if you use SP untill you are satisfied with the finish, you are good to go. I used 2 coats of SP, wasn't satisfied with the finish, didn't have enough cash to continue with SP, so used the PPG primer that goes with my paint. My application wi

KR>primer and paint

2008-10-12 Thread roger mitchell
what is S/P - Original Message - From: Dan Heath To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2003 1:34 PM Subject: RE: KR>primer and paint RE:I plan to use S/P as the only primer.

KR>primer and paint

2008-10-12 Thread Barry Kruyssen
SP is smooth prime, refer to original message in thread. Barry Kruyssen Cairns, Australia k...@bigpond.com AUF Registered 19-3873 http://users.tpg.com.au/barryk/kr2.htm - Original Message - From: "roger mitchell" To: "KRnet" Sent: Monday, November 10, 2003 3:3

KR>Primer and Paint

2008-10-12 Thread JIM VANCE
Paul Gangemi asked about primer over the Smooth Prime before painting. I applied Chevy Arctic White directly over the Smooth Prime on the bottom of my KR-2. I only hope the rest of the airplane comes out as smooth. I suggest that you take some small object--like a belly board--and paint it dir