Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

On 10/15/2020 5:06 PM, Dave Ferguson via KRnet wrote: Why are you going backwards instead of forward. Most of us started out ultralights and 2 strokes because we couldn't afford a airplane and then worked ourselves up to a real plane.

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

- > From: KRnet On Behalf Of Dave Ferguson via > KRnet > Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 6:06 PM > To: KRnet > Cc: Dave Ferguson > Subject: Re: KR> rotax engine parts? > > Why are you going backwards instead of forward. Most of us started out > ultralights and 2

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Challenger Builder (If I get the kit) -Original Message- From: KRnet On Behalf Of Dave Ferguson via KRnet Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 6:06 PM To: KRnet Cc: Dave Ferguson Subject: Re: KR> rotax engine parts? Why are you going backwards instead of forward. Most of us started out

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

I don't know if I got this right but do you plan on mounting a 503 R on your KR-2? I'd say that a stock 1600 VW hardly gets one off the ground and with 2 souls and fuel she can be a dog. But thats me. On Thu, Oct 15, 2020 at 4:54 PM Dave Ferguson via KRnet < krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > Why are

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Why are you going backwards instead of forward. Most of us started out ultralights and 2 strokes because we couldn't afford a airplane and then worked ourselves up to a real plane. Don't get me wrong, ultralights are the purest form of flying, fun nothing like getting hit in the chest by a bumble b

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

On 10/15/2020 10:07 AM, Joe Wallace via KRnet wrote: Having gone through the training and used some of the Rotax products, I could recommend Leading Edge Airfoils in Wisconsin… good people… jw ++ Tha

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Larry, Having gone through the training and used some of the Rotax products, I could recommend Leading Edge Airfoils in Wisconsin… good people… jw > On Oct 10, 2020, at 19:03, Flesner via KRnet wrote: > > > Anyone with experience on a Rotax 503 that can suggest the best supplier for > par

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

On 10/11/2020 5:01 PM, Jim Chuk via KRnet wrote: Bring plenty of goldmaybe an arm and a leg as well. JImChuk I'm finding all suppliers have identical prices.  Must be an agreement with Rotax. One must be careful when using the "arm and

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

I think you will find that Dennis Kirk and the other sellers like him deal in aftermarket parts. Probably only going to get real Rotax parts though a Rotax authorized dealer. Bring plenty of goldmaybe an arm and a leg as well. JImChuk On Sun, Oct 11, 2020 at 4:57 PM Flesner via KRnet wrote

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

On 10/11/2020 8:32 AM, Jim Chuk via KRnet wrote: Dennis Kirk and other snowmobile suppliers as well. + I didn't see where he carries any Rotax parts.  Am I missing something? Larry Flesner ___ Se

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Well you asked for options. I think all Rotax dealers charge the same price for parts, so if going with Rotax, it probably doesn't matter which dealer you use. JImChuk On Sun, Oct 11, 2020 at 8:51 AM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > On 10/11/2020 8:32 AM, Jim Chuk via KRnet wrote: > > There are alwa

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

On 10/11/2020 8:32 AM, Jim Chuk via KRnet wrote: There are always aftermarket parts on ebay for way less then Rotax gets for theirs. Dennis Kirk and other snowmobile suppliers as well. JImChuk +++ Not sure that the thought o

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

There are always aftermarket parts on ebay for way less then Rotax gets for theirs. Dennis Kirk and other snowmobile suppliers as well. JImChuk On Sun, Oct 11, 2020 at 7:33 AM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > > Thanks to all that replied to my request. I had been to several of > these sites but wan

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Thanks to all that replied to my request.  I had been to several of these sites but wanted to make sure I wasn't missing something. Thanks again.. Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Leading edge airfoil is a rotax supplierleadingedgeairfoils.com/Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy S10e. Original message From: jehayward--- via KRnet Date: 10/10/20 8:08 PM (GMT-06:00) To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: jehayw...@aol.com Subject: Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

Leading edge airfoil & Lockwood aviation. On Sat, Oct 10, 2020, 8:02 PM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > > Anyone with experience on a Rotax 503 that can suggest the best supplier > for parts (gaskets and such) please shoot me an e-mail > > off net at fles...@frontier.com > > I'm working on my KR "ba

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

I'd also guess that California Power Systems would have what you need.  Jim H.  -Original Message- From: Flesner via KRnet To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Flesner Sent: Sat, Oct 10, 2020 6:03 pm Subject: KR> rotax engine parts? Anyone with experience on a Rotax 503 that can sug

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

I used Heavenbound Aviation in Ohio for my 503 engine rebuild September of last year.  Jim H. -Original Message- From: Flesner via KRnet To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Flesner Sent: Sat, Oct 10, 2020 6:03 pm Subject: KR> rotax engine parts? Anyone with experience on a Rotax 503 t

Re: KR> rotax engine parts?

I used Heavenb -Original Message- From: Flesner via KRnet To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Flesner Sent: Sat, Oct 10, 2020 6:03 pm Subject: KR> rotax engine parts? Anyone with experience on a Rotax 503 that can suggest the best supplier for parts (gaskets and such) please shoot me a

KR> rotax engine parts?

Anyone with experience on a Rotax 503 that can suggest the best supplier for parts (gaskets and such) please shoot me an e-mail off net at  fles...@frontier.com I'm working on my KR "backup". Larry Flesner ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https:

Re: KR> Rotax 912 mount

krnet@list.krnet.org> ha scritto: > Hello, see you www.kr2-egb.com.ar I have intalled a Rotax 912 100 HP in > my Plane > > Saludos > Eduardo > - Original Message - > From: svd via KRnet > To: krnet@list.krnet.org > Cc: svd > Sent: Thursday, Janu

Re: KR> Rotax 912 mount

Hello, see you www.kr2-egb.com.ar I have intalled a Rotax 912 100 HP in my Plane Saludos Eduardo - Original Message - From: svd via KRnet To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: svd Sent: Thursday, January 30, 2020 8:24 PM Subject: KR> Rotax 912 mount Hi Guys, I’ve c

KR> Rotax 912 mount

Hi Guys, I’ve come across a few of you that have installed Rotax 912’s in their KR2S’s. I’ve picked up a 912 and am looking for engine mount advice, photos, plans. Anyone have plans? Cheers, Owen email pictures to osprey...@yahoo.com https://hugheskr2s.yolasite.c

Re: KR> Rotax 912

: Flesner via KRnet To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Flesner Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2019 6:33 PM Subject: Re: KR> Rotax 912 On 3/24/2019 3:54 PM, Kayak via KRnet wrote: > was just wondering > lately about why we dont see more Rotax 912 or 914/ turbo in the KR's. > 80

Re: KR> Rotax 912

Interesting! I have a friend who has a Franklin Sport 4 engine for sale ( 400 hours on it ). Always thought it would be too heavy for a KR2S. He was building a Vision composite aircraft but recently gave up the dream due to age. Believe he only wants $3500 for it. If anyone is interested, please c

Re: KR> Rotax 912

Just my opinion, but to respond... - Larry F wrote Knowing the KR crowd, I'd say it's because $16,500 to $20,000 new for 80 to 100 hp is a bit on the pricey side. Even used at half price is still w

Re: KR> Rotax 912

On 3/24/2019 3:54 PM, Kayak via KRnet wrote: was just wondering lately about why we dont see more Rotax 912 or 914/ turbo in the KR's. 80/100/115HP and he weight is comparable but these have very good reliability. + Knowing th

KR> Rotax 912

hey all, I did look at some posts in the archives, but was just wondering lately about why we dont see more Rotax 912 or 914/ turbo in the KR's. 80/100/115HP and he weight is comparable but these have very good reliability. Only downside is that they can be expensive even bought used. Yes I know th

KR> Rotax 582 in the KR2

Thing is, many Pulsars are flying with the Rotax 582 worldwide. The Pulsar has similar performance to the KR2, so no reason why it should not work well for the KR series also. It is also not an aircraft that you want to put down in a mealie land like you can do with most slower ultralights. Kin

Re: KR> Rotax 582

> > Kind regards, > > Henni > South Africa > > > -Original Message- > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of donald > january via KRnet > Sent: Sunday, 03 September 2017 11:17 PM > To: KRnet > Cc: donald j

Re: KR> Rotax 582

: donald january Subject: Re: KR> Rotax 582 Stick with what Ken R made work any thing else you go out of the Box On Sun, Sep 3, 2017 at 12:09 PM, Hendrik van Rooyen via KRnet < krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > Hi, > > This KR2 has a Rotax 582 engine. Note that the engine is n

Re: KR> Rotax 582

tps://app.box.com/folder/36445005646 > > Kind regards, > > Henni > > -Original Message- > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Oscar > Zuniga via KRnet > Sent: Saturday, 02 September 2017 8:12 PM > To: krnet@list.krnet.org > Cc: Oscar Zunig

Re: KR> Rotax 582

2017 8:12 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Oscar Zuniga Subject: KR> Rotax 582 Mark offered choice no. 1 for dealing with a light engine as "move the engine forward". I think the classic example of this that I've seen over the years is Mike Ladigo's turbine-power

KR> Rotax 582 vs . . .

"One has one of three options, 1. Move the engine forward 2. Move the seats forward 3. Move the tail forward" ** Seems to me option 3 would be the easiest choice? I'm a humorist-pilot not a builder-pilot so certain things that at first glance seem easy are perhaps not :-)

KR> Rotax 582

Mark offered choice no. 1 for dealing with a light engine as "move the engine forward". I think the classic example of this that I've seen over the years is Mike Ladigo's turbine-powered KR 1.5, here: http://www.n56ml.com/97bb.jpg . I have no idea what the firewall-to-prop-flange distance is

Re: KR> Rotax 582 was Subaru EA81

Hennie wrote: > Of course. One has one of two options, or both: > > 1. Move the engine forward > 2. Move the seats forward > 3. Move both engine and seats forward. Unless you've got a REALLY tall canopy, your seat position is fixed by the forward spar and aft spar, as well as leg length in front

Re: KR> Rotax 582 was Subaru EA81

m: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Hendrik van Rooyen via KRnet Sent: Friday, 01 September 2017 6:13 PM To: KRnet Cc: Hendrik van Rooyen Subject: Re: KR> Rotax 582 was Subaru EA81 Hi Wayne, Engine with radiators, starter, muffler, in fact the complete installation we

Re: KR> Rotax 582 was Subaru EA81

krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of wayne w delisle sr via KRnet Sent: Friday, 01 September 2017 3:58 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: wayne w delisle sr Subject: KR> Rotax 582 was Subaru EA81 Hi Henni, How much does the Rotax 582 weigh? If it is lighter then a 2180 cc VW, then you may hav

KR> Rotax 582 was Subaru EA81

Hi Henni, How much does the Rotax 582 weigh? If it is lighter then a 2180 cc VW, then you may have weight & balance issues. You might want to check out the Stef den Boer website. Excellent write up on a light weight engine installation. Steph and his dad are building the KR-2S see http://ww

KR> Rotax 582 powered KR2

Hi everyone, Some of you might find this of interest. All the best, Hennie South Africa Wow Alberto, Thank you so much for your answers & for replying to my messa

KR> rotax

February 21, 2014 12:06 AM Subject: Re: KR> rotax Very Nice! Eduardo. The plane seems to perform quite well, I did note that this particular KR appears to be built very light. Argentinians take building airplanes very seriously judging by the photos. Some very nice craftsmanship can

KR> rotax

-Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Eduardo Barros Sent: February-19-14 1:54 PM To: samantha toner; KRnet Subject: Re: KR> rotax In argentina fly a Kr 2s with Rotax 582, 65 HP, is Pupato?s KR

KR> rotax

contrast isn't quite so stark. -Jeff Scott Los Alamos, NM > - Original Message - > From: Eduardo Barros > Sent: 02/19/14 01:54 PM > To: samantha toner, KRnet > Subject: Re: KR> rotax > > In argentina fly a Kr 2s with Rotax 582, 65 HP, is Pupato?

KR> rotax

Eduaerdo,Thanks for the input on the KR gathering in Argentina.Very much like the one in US.Fly safe.Tommy W. On Wed, Feb 19, 2014 at 2:54 PM, Eduardo Barros wrote: > In argentina fly a Kr 2s with Rotax 582, 65 HP, is Pupato?s KR > > Can you see a video of this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK

KR> rotax

Barros San Pedro, Bs. As., Argentina Mail: eduardo at kr2-egb.com.ar Visite el proyecto de construcci?n del avi?n experimental "Kr2 EGB": www.kr2-egb.com.ar - Original Message - From: samantha toner To: KRnet Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 10:18 AM Subject:

KR> rotax

From: Ed Janssen To: samantha toner ; KRnet Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 11:05 AM Subject: Re: KR> rotax The KR was initially designed around the VW engine, which in barebones configuration would weigh at least 1/3 more than a 2 stroke Rotax, making building somewhat pro

KR> rotax

Hi all has anyone considered using a 2 stroke rotax in a kr ? Pulsars fly well of them any thoughts? Mark

KR> rotax

d one. Just my humble opinion. Wayne -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of samantha toner Sent: February-19-14 6:18 AM To: KRnet Subject: KR> rotax Hi all has anyone considered using a 2 stroke rotax in a kr ? Pulsars fly well of them any

KR> rotax

in that respect. Higher fuel consumption, lower time between suggested overhaul, and the sound of the engine is enough to steer a lot of builders away from a 2 stroke. Ed -Original Message- From: samantha toner Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 7:18 AM To: KRnet Subject: KR> rotax

KR> Rotax

Recent activity has brought me into contact with the Rotax range of engines. The 4 stroke versions appear to be pretty neat - very compact and surprisingly light - 124 lbs for the 100hp. I recall seeing a TV program "An airplane is born" all about the construction of a Europa with a Rotax engine

KR> Rotax

My guess is that the cost of the Rotax may be a big reason they are not popular in Krsjust my opinion. I'm currently looking at the various engine options for my KR project and am leaning towards the VW conversions or a Corvair conversion. I'm going to pick lots of brains at the Gathering t

KR> Rotax

The two-cycle Rotax really drinks fuel. I have a 582 in my Renegade, and it burns 5 1/2 gallons an hour. What you save in engine weight you more than make up for in fuel and fuel tank weight. Also, their life is short compared to four cycles. The Rotax four-cycles are good engines, but requi

KR> Rotax

krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 09/11/04 10:18:49 To: 'KRnet' Subject: KR> Rotax Recent activity has brought me into contact with the Rotax range of engines. The 4 stroke versions appear to be pretty neat - very compact and surprisingly light - 124 lbs for the 100hp. I recall seeing a TV program &q

KR> Rotax

$ COST ??$$$, Virg On Sat, 11 Sep 2004 17:16:49 +0200 "Stephen Jacobs" writes: > Recent activity has brought me into contact with the Rotax range of > engines. The 4 stroke versions appear to be pretty neat - very > compact > and surprisingly light - 124 lbs for the 100hp. > > I re

KR> Rotax

My guess is that the cost of the Rotax may be a big reason they are not popular in Krs leaning towards the VW or a Corvair conversion. +++ Yikes - I see what you mean - $14k for 100hp. I really like the Corvair, it has (I think) all the characteristics of a very

KR>Rotax engine

I met someone yesterday that has a Zenith that he landed in a field three years ago because of a fuel management issue (somehow drained the header tank into the wing tank while flying). There was no damage and the engine was fine the last it ran, but he never preserved the engine correctly. He

KR>Rotax?

- Original Message - From: RL To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Saturday, May 31, 2003 4:55 AM Subject: KR>Rotax? Hello, I am new to the list, so if this has been covered I apologize. I am curious to know if anyone has successfully used a Rotax (especially two strokes) o

KR>Rotax?

Hello, I am new to the list, so if this has been covered I apologize. I am curious to know if anyone has successfully used a Rotax (especially two strokes) on a KR2? Thanks -Ray -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/private/krnet/atta

KR>Rotax?

One here, in Argentina, with rotax 532. It flyes very godd with tho aboard. Eduardo Iglesias La Pampa - Original Message - From: RL To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Saturday, May 31, 2003 6:55 AM Subject: KR>Rotax? Hello, I am new to the list, so if this has been covere