Re: KR> spar failure

2020-04-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thanks so much Mark for the archived info from the 2008 KR gathering, and I just looked it through word by word and pictures after pictures! It is obviously extremely informative, especially on the Spar test in the field. All I can say is that, there was nothing short of amazing, including the inge

Re: KR> Stress Calculations.

2020-04-06 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thank you CH for your critical safety information regarding the KR2 structural design margin issues. Yes, I have been thinking of the strength on that exact spot/area of the stub wing and have been very reluctant to kneel or step on it whenever needed to get in & out of the cockpit I used my fi

Re: KR> Stress Calculations.

2020-04-06 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Good to hear that's a none issue for the KR2 safety! Even if it is not the strongest section on the airframe, I too, don't see much of the torsional stresses potentially harmful to the skin of the stub wings, except when we step on it with a hard bottom shoes Also, assuming we use tapes to cov

Re: KR> Replace Magneto or to Electronic Ignition?

2020-04-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hey Sam, I would not recommend to use a "dual electronic ignition system" to replace the magneto which doesn't depend on your battery power The so called "dual ignition" is not exactly a redundant ignition system due to the following fact: (1) it very much depends on availability of uninterrupt

Re: KR> C-19. God bless America

2020-04-13 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Yes, I believe this sci-fi nightmare will sooner or later pass, but we will likely end up finding ourselves in a very different way of life afterwards Especially considering the nightmare scenario of this COVID-19 was perhaps manipulated by humans with evil intentions More evidence and stud

Re: KR> C-19. God bless America

2020-04-15 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
No worries Mr. Dyke. My analysis is that this C19 virus or any virus is not going to like places such as AZ, CA and NM etc. Dessert area are extremely dry and sunny, so its not very "friendly" to anything that needs moisture to survive in the air or staying long on any surfaces... Plus, people not

Re: KR> Test

2020-06-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Maybe folks have spent too much time watching what's going on in the big cities here in the US, instead of enjoy flying or building KR2s, perhaps?! Dr. Hsu N2830V On Thu, Jun 4, 2020, 9:38 PM Chris Kinnaman via KRnet wrote: > > Have not seen anything posted for a few days. Is it my email or

Re: KR> Test

2020-06-05 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Or else because of the fatigue from reading extremely long (but invaluable) stories about engine performance & experiences It's Friday again anyways, so am expecting with high confidence to read from someone today who did fly his & her KR2 in the past 7 days...?! Dr. Hsu N2830V (KR2) N40881 (

Re: KR> Couple of breakfast or lunch get togethers.

2020-06-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Jeff, Your existing story about how you spent your Saturday yesterday makes my blood start to boil and my hands feel like itching, and wanted to grab the stick on my KR2 Too bad, I bought a "completed" KR2 project and was hoping to do exactly what you just did yesterday, but the more I got int

Re: KR> Cross country route

2020-06-08 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Wow, that's truly amazing, a 100% cross country flight! I brought back my KR2 from Fresno CA You probably want to take at least three stops if you can carry 35 gal or more gas on the KR2?! I would probably stop in the New Orleans area first, then Dallas, Albuquerque and Fresno Wish I can d

Re: KR> Cross country route

2020-06-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Actually from Dallas to Payton AZ is probably an excellent choice if you wish to avoid high density altitude airports like Albuquerque... Plus, Payton AZ is truly a beautiful place to land and spend a night or two to enjoy everything around there! I spent a night with a friend (Airforce pilot) at P

Re: KR> Garmin computer hack

2020-07-31 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Don't you need hardener Jeff, to mix with resin for doing this kind of repair? Dr. Hsu On Fri, Jul 31, 2020, 11:24 AM Jeff Scott via KRnet wrote: > The delaminations aren't likely to be a problem, but are also easily > repaired. You can drill two tiny 1/16" holes at opposing ends of the > delam

Re: KR> Building Question

2020-08-06 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
I had the same issue, and I was honestly surprised to hear how folks from this group telling me about the solution - simply use 3 or 4 inch vinyl tapes!!! I thought about using tape at first, but I was hoping to hear something better than that. I kept wondering what was in the mind of KR on this m

Re: KR> Building Question

2020-08-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
real engineering is > needed for that design. > > Thanks, > > Rob Schmitt > N1852Z > > > > -Original Message- > From: KRnet On Behalf Of Dr. Feng Hsu via > KRnet > Sent: Thursday, August 6, 2020 11:45 PM > To: KRnet > Cc: Dr. Feng Hsu > Subject: Re: KR&

Re: KR> Cook-Out camp out

2020-08-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hi Terry, Glad to see there are brave enough KRers like you who dares to "experimental" some social gathering, instead of distancing ourselves from one another during this difficult times...!! My question is, will I and friends be allowed to join the cookout party if we decide to come to Kansas b

Re: KR> Building Question

2020-08-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
> On 8/7/2020 9:00 AM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet wrote: > > The challenge for experimental or "amateur > > build" world is that, it's extremely costly or difficult for doing some > > decent lab or wind tunnel tests! > > ++

Re: KR> New Guy

2020-08-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Aatually, I have exactly the same question on checking and verifying the weight & balance on my KR2... Is it right underneath the main spar of the wings, or 3 to 4 inches position from the leading edge going backward? The reason I think it's the CG spot because I used two jacks and lifted the whole

Re: KR> New Guy

2020-08-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
On 8/9/2020 11:30 AM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet wrote: > > > > > > > > > Also, I wish to know what's the design error tolerance on the CG position > for KR (not KR2S)? Such tolerance is determined by the capacity (surface > area) of the stabilizer, correct? If the

Re: KR> New Guy

2020-08-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
ht balances? > > So, it could be dangerous even if the tail section is around 2 pond > heavier than CG required, correct?! > > Kindly, > > Dr. Hsu > > On Sun, Aug 9, 2020, 1:52 PM Flesner via KRnet > wrote: > >> On 8/9/2020 11:30 AM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet wro

Re: KR> aircraft handling cg

2020-08-10 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
life-saving design upgrade considering CG issue is such an imperative safety risk on GA aircraft, especially for the EAA community... Stay safe & fly high! Dr. Hsu On Mon, Aug 10, 2020, 10:11 AM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > On 8/9/2020 11:30 AM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet wrote: > &g

Re: KR> N1213W

2020-08-25 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
I can fully understand how you feel about lossing your KR2 Jeff, especially after you built and owning it for nearly a quarter of a century! No worries Jeff, I have a KR2 in the final stages of ground testing and getting ready for her maiden take off I am looking for an experienced KR2 guru or

Re: KR> PNW Mini FlyIn #2

2020-08-31 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Just enjoyed reading your fantastic dairy of flying your KR2s over the Pacific shoreline during this past weekend! Wow, you and John have painted a beautiful picture on how life on earth is supposed to be with owning such a little affordable bird called KR2!! Wish more of us would take the bird

Re: KR> PNW Mini FlyIn #2

2020-08-31 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
ls are. If > somebody has lots of time tail wheel RV that would be better. Even though > yours might be a nose gear. If I was in New Mexico I would do it for you. I > have just blown six KR's. this summer I just test flew a glassair > > Sent from my iPhone > > >

Re: KR> PNW Mini FlyIn #2

2020-09-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
I I think the biggest problem with taildragger is the poor visibility or the restricted pilot views outside the cockpit, primarily during taxing and landings. Since I have gotten a taildragger, and I realize it's much harder to find a pilot who can test flying this bird, much less hope of flying it

Re: KR> PNW Mini FlyIn #2

2020-09-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thanks Larry. What you did showing in the picture is such a simple & excellent solution! I notice that you have hydraulic breaks. Mine is cable, not good at all Regards, Dr. Hsu On Fri, Sep 4, 2020, 1:21 PM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > On 9/4/2020 10:18 AM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRne

Re: KR> PNW Mini FlyIn #2

2020-09-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
to get the aircraft in a condition you are comfortable with. Folks > have posted pictures on what it takes to convert. Seek them out! > > Rick Human > KR2 N202RH > Houston, Tx > > Ps please trim your text of past posts. > > > -Original Message- > >From:

Re: KR> quiet out there

2020-09-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
I was wondering if anyone knows the weight of a Revmaster2100D engine? I am thinking of replacing it with a Jabiru 3100 engine (believe its 120hp?), and want to know the trade offs, in terms of gaining empty weight and horse power (lift)...? Stay safe & fly high! Dr. Hsu On Wed, Sep 16, 2020, 7:

Re: KR> quiet out there

2020-09-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
/file/169776/download?token=BcnNQEBY > > Pat > > On Wed, Sep 16, 2020 at 6:19 PM Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet < > krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > >> I was wondering if anyone knows the weight of a Revmaster2100D engine? I >> am >> thinking of replacing it with a

Re: KR> quiet out there

2020-09-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
; > thinking it should be okay. > > > > But then there are issues with the 3300 Jabiru. > > > > > https://www.pilotsofamerica.com/community/threads/jabiru-3300-reliability.88387/ > > https://www.casa.gov.au/file/169776/download?token=BcnNQEBY > > > &

Re: KR> quiet out there

2020-09-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
; >>> The weight of the Revmaster 2100D dry as published is 165lbs. >>> That is the published weight from my engine manual from Revmaster >>> >>> Luis R Claudio, KR2S N8981S Dallas, Texas >>> >>> On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, 09:43:05 PM C

Re: KR> quiet out there

2020-09-17 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
. Hsu On Thu, Sep 17, 2020, 11:53 AM Dave Ferguson wrote: > According to wilkapedia 179lbs. But I've heard on the kr net in the past, > someone weighed the engine,engine mount and prop at 212. > > On Wed, Sep 16, 2020, 9:19 PM Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet > wrote: > >> I was

Re: KR> quiet out there

2020-09-17 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
> On 9/17/2020 12:03 PM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet wrote: > > I am wondering how much constent load would be on the aileron > > if someone of a weight at 200+ lbs sitting along to fly the KR2...? > > + > > Not qu

Re: KR> Washington KR2S Wanted

2021-01-29 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hey John, Is your KR2 a taildragger or tricycle? I certainly share your neigative feelings about trying to flying the KR2 bird, despite that I almost finished everything by putting in nearly a good year of my weekend time on the project after bought it nearly a year ago... Honestly, my uneasy feel

Re: KR> Washington KR2S Wanted

2021-01-29 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
lying Instructor > > Great Western Airsports > Brown Shutters Farm Airfield > Somerset > > Mobile - 07516 235 000 > Email - f...@greatwesternairsports.com > Website - www.greatwesternairsports.com > Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/greatwesternairsports >

Re: KR> KR2 wheels / brakes

2021-01-31 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
bird off to the sky?!! Kindly, Dr. Hsu 713 513 0423 On Sat, Jan 30, 2021, 8:34 AM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > On 1/29/2021 10:52 PM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet wrote: > > I have been trying to do some high speed taxing on the KR2, and > especially > > trying to stop the bird completel

Re: KR> flight Test plan

2021-01-31 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Well Larry, I like your simple description of the common flight characteristics of both a KR2 and a F15, however I would beg the differ that if you pull back further on the F15, it might just keep soaring if the pilot would just pushing the throttle further...! Always wondered what's it feels like

Re: KR> Stability and landings.

2021-02-05 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thank you Mr. Colin for your very encouraging post commenting about the KR2 original design. Honestly, I need such post like yours to help keeping my dream alive for getting my KR2 off the ground someday! I was thinking about giving it up on my dreams to actually fly the bird after described my KR2

Re: KR> KR2 wheels / brakes

2021-02-05 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hey Shaffer, I just read your post about your experience on the KR2 cable break. I was actually thinking about converting my toe (cable) break into a stick handle like yours... It sounds like your break (after converted into disk break) now is good enough to lock up both side of your wheels when d

Re: KR> Stock kr2 flying and brakes

2021-02-06 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thank you so much Mr. Parley for your deep insights of testing fly your KR2, which I believe was the same exact original design as mine! Yes, I think the Ron Robinson supplied cable drum break for the KR2 was a joke, and the quality is so poor that I would not wish to use it on a golf cart, much le

Re: KR> Stock kr2 flying and brakes

2021-02-08 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thank you so much Brad for your link for the upgrade of my KR2 breaks. It looks like will cost $350 for the replacement. Have you actually done the same upgrade on your KR2 breaks? Not sure how difficult is it to do the replacement on the break? Do you have any pictures to show how was your breaks

Re: KR> KR-2 hydraulic brake upgrade for the original Kr retracting landing ear

2021-02-10 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thank so much Parley for the excellent information on converting the Rand Robinson drum breaks into Hydraulic breaks. Since you have done your conversion nearly 30 years ago, so I don't think Aircraft Spruce still offer anything like that for my KR2 which can fit into the same landing gear structu

Re: KR> Stability and landings.

2021-02-11 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
flies a KR2 like yours.I do > original KR2 with retracts and cable brakes build in 1984 > > > > Lee Van Dyke > > > >> On Feb 5, 2021, at 3:05 PM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet < > krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > >> > >> Thank you Mr. Colin for

Re: KR> KR-2 hydraulic brake upgrade for the original Kr retracting landing ear

2021-02-11 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
donald january wrote: > You could chuck your drums up in a lathe and do a light cut and true them > up and hold better on run up. Worked for me > > On Wed, Feb 10, 2021 at 12:01 PM Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet < > krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > >> Thank so much Parley for

Re: KRnet> Instrument Panel for my KR2S

2022-03-20 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Wow, congratulations Luis! It looks great! This means that my ride to the next KR gathering this September in Illinois has just upgraded to "first class", right?! Hope the modern glass panels didn't break your wallet, didn't it?! Cheers! Dr. Hsu On Sun, Mar 20, 2022, 10:27 AM Luis Claudio via K

Re: KRnet> Instrument Panel for my KR2S

2022-03-21 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis, I would still recommend to bring a sectional chart in the cockpit whenever you flying (even with your kind of modern avionics installed), as you cannot rely on electronics completely for VFR navigation. Yes, you may well have two independent GPS sources but a "solar wind" burst or a MMOD deb

Re: KRnet> ultra cruiser?!

2022-07-03 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hi Jeff & all, Hope you and others will all be celebrating the 4th of July in the air flying your RV6 or KR2 tomorrow! https://youtu.be/Oofj05IbSS8 I came across this video (see above link), and can't stop myself wondering about the following questions on this ultra cruiser?! a) Who designed th

Re: KRnet> ultra cruiser?!

2022-07-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
gt; > ------------- > From: "Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet" > To: "Jeff Scott" > Cc: "Dr. Feng Hsu", "KRnet" > Sent: Monday July 4 2022 12:46:14AM > Subject: Re: KRnet> ultra cruiser?! > > > > <https:

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis, Please tell me what else you bought and installed on your cool-looking KR2 that belongs in the category of "lawn & garden", which you might have picked up from Tractor Supply or Lowe's?! I will definitely have my 2nd thought about flying with you to the KR Gathering coming up in Illinois if

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Well Luis, you definitely are a serious competitor to Larry on the "cheapest KR builder" award I just proposed! In fact, your selfclaim of a sugar cane field pilot from Puerto Rico will definitely add up to your chances of winning this award! Fireworks here in Kemath Houston is going off soon! Ch

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-05 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
John, Thanks for letting me know your winning the "least expensive KR builder" award in the gathering in OK! I thought no one could beat Larry or Luis on this category of KR competition, but I was wrong obviously! You guys are amazing in building something that flies safely and affordable! I am w

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-06 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Indeed Roger! It hurts really badly just to think about how things could suddenly be turning straight at a 180 heading in just a bit over a year and half !!! Frankly, I had to put my flight training on a temporary hold due to the soaring 100LL fuel cost since early this year. Perhaps, it's tim

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-06 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
ollection of lawn and garden parts, come fly with me... > hahaha > > Luis R Claudio, KR2S N8981S > > > > On Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 03:25:44 PM CDT, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet < > krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > > > Indeed Roger! It hurts really badly just to thin

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
; Cheers, > Owen > > > > On Jul 6, 2022, at 10:13 PM, Luis Claudio via KRnet > wrote: > > Ok Dr Hsu... this collection of lawn and garden parts is ready to fly, > Come fly with me hahaha... > > Luis R Claudio, KR2S N8981S > > > > On Wednesday, July 6,

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
hey Victor & Luis, That's what would happen to us if redundant systems are made of the same component with identical design! In highly sophisticated engineering system, one should never say "that's impossible or unlikely to happen". I understand all the pros for the Electronic ignition system that

Re: KRnet> KR parts from Lawn & garden?!

2022-07-07 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
d I die driving on > my way to work? Yes. Personally, I'd rather go in a blaze of glory doing > something I love. > > Keep on building, love the process, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. > > Chris Pryce > Vacaville, CA > > > On Thu, Jul 7, 2022, 21:12 Dr. Feng

Re: KRnet> Things that fail

2022-07-08 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Good morning all, I enjoyed reading all the excellent stories, failure event descriptions, arguments of pros & cons and thoughts (from John, Chris and Luis etc.) pertaining the debate of safety on dual mags, dual E-ignition or one meg plus one E-ignition redundant aircraft engine systems Well,

Re: KRnet> Things that fail

2022-07-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
What you choose to be your ignition system is a matter of personal choice. > I appreciate the reasoning expressed by the various people on this forum, > and that there's been on flaming or disparaging in the discussion. > > It behooves us to do a thorough inspection and run-up befor

Re: KRnet> WB got some real numbers

2022-07-11 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Since CG location is such a critical and sensitive element on aircraft safety, why there hasn't anyone in the experimental world tried to resolve this issue by design?! Considering the troublesome CG issue whenever we fly with luggage loading concerns, I kept thinking why can't someone design an e

Re: KRnet> (no subject)

2022-07-20 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
your landing gear looks nearly identical like mine. But my breaks on the wheels are cable activated, which is one of major obstacles preventing me to take it to the sky... I am wondering if yours were cable breaks as well initially, but you managed to convert it into hydraulic breaks correct? If so

Re: KRnet> Aft CG

2022-07-20 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Thanks Gary for saying that about Aft CG. I wanted to offer the same comment more or less, but I decided to keep my mouth shut in trying to avoid annoying anyone who might not wish to hear anything from a rookie pilot in this otherwise highly experienced KR crowd Obviously, the risk perception

Re: KRnet> My KR2S Idles for first time

2022-07-27 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Congrats Luis! Your engine sounds like music to my ears! Have you tried the engine sound & behavior at full throttle as well?! I would rather hear the steady & nice sound at full throttle for an extended period of time! Any plans for the first take off during this coming weekend? I may be able to d

Re: KRnet> Newsletter idea

2022-09-13 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Great proposal Luis! Happy to see that your energy and passion level for the KR community has charged through the roof, after nearly 20 hours drive attending this year's two day KR gathering! You absolutely have my two thumbs up!! Great to see old and new KR friends as well, and my only regret was

Re: KRnet> VERY cool 6 pack PLUS autopilot!

2022-09-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Totally agree with what Larry just said! A friend of mine in Albuquerque just spent under $1k to install his autopilot with all servo motors included! He bought a used system with 8 inch screen, as there are many for sale out there. Dr. Hsu On Fri, Sep 16, 2022, 1:46 PM Flesner via KRnet wro

Re: KRnet> VERY cool 6 pack PLUS autopilot!

2022-09-17 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
re the link or at > least the name of the product so I can research. I want to make certain I > am comparing apples to apples. > > M. > -------------- > *From:* KRnet on behalf of Dr. Feng Hsu > via KRnet > *Sent:* Friday, September 16, 2022 11:08 PM >

Re: KRnet> VERY cool 6 pack PLUS autopilot!

2022-09-18 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
gt;> *Subject:* Re: KRnet> VERY cool 6 pack PLUS autopilot! >> >> My approach was to buy a used Dynon D10A. This provides all 6 pack >> functions plus autopilot brains plus lithium backup battery. Servos are >> $1500 each, new from Dynon. This gives GPS steer and a

Re: KRnet> 2023 Gathering

2022-09-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Yes, I agree with Luis that a separate date either right before or after the LSA event, would be great, as it offers anyone a chance for the LSA event as well if folks would like to arrive a few days earlier or staying a few days afterwards...?! Cheers, Dr. Hsu On Mon, Sep 19, 2022, 10:18 AM Lui

Re: KRnet> SuperECO Autopilot vs iLevil AP

2022-09-20 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Yes Victor, TrueTrak is the most affordable option for autopilot as far as I know. I believe we should all boycott Garmin if what you said is true?! The problem for the continued decline of our economic conditions and the rapid disappearance of America's middle class is precisely the problem of all

Re: KRnet> SuperECO Autopilot vs iLevil AP

2022-09-20 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
The next thing we will all see is the price going up (for the same products) like a rocket! And the huge profits gained by the big techs are headed directly to Wall Street, and to the pickets of political "campaign" accounts in Washington much of the huge profits may even ended up in the overse

Re: KRnet> For Sale: National 425 emergency chute

2022-10-13 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
I am just curious about how this chute could be used in case of an inflight emergency? In case of loss of engine power, yes one can manage to open up the canopy and release yourself from the seat belt However, in the case of a loss of flight control event for example, on one has enough time to

Re: KRnet> Brake Fluid

2022-11-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Mark, I bought a whole gallon of the aviation grade hydraulic fluid for about $45 not long ago, so if I were you I'd choose to buy a brand new gallon or bottle of ave fluid instead, simply because it's not worthy of taking any risks for a small saving just around 45 bucks Happy holidays to al

Re: KRnet> Brake Fluid

2022-11-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
fluid5606qt_09-27000.php > > >>Q: What is the shelf life for P/N: 09-27000 HYDRAULIC FLUID MIL-H-5606A? > > >>This product has a 3 year shelf life. > > John Bouyea / OR81/ Hillsboro, OR > N133RM KR-2S – imported, fixed & flying > www.bouyea.net/N133RM > > &

Re: KRnet> Brake Fluid

2022-11-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
gt; > John Bouyea / OR81/ Hillsboro, OR > N133RM KR-2S – imported, fixed & flying > www.bouyea.net/N133RM > > > > *On Behalf Of *Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet > *Subject:* Re: KRnet> Brake Fluid > > …I'd choose to buy a brand new gallon or bottle of ave fluid ins

Re: KRnet> Brake Fluid

2022-11-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
John, as a USAF veteran I can fully understand and appreciate your view point concerning the use of old hydraulic fluid in any of the flying aircrafts! Dr. Hsu On Sat, Nov 19, 2022, 6:44 PM John Price via KRnet wrote: > I don’t post often but! … When I was crewing or doing inspections on > air

Re: KRnet> Brake Fluid

2022-11-20 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
octane rating > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 19, 2022, at 8:16 PM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet > wrote: > >  > John, as a USAF veteran I can fully understand and appreciate your view > point concerning the use of old hydraulic fluid in any of the flying > aircrafts! >

Re: KRnet> flight report 211LF

2023-06-14 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Can't believe you sold your KR2 Larry?! May we ask why you would want to let go of your bird that you built and flew for so many years? This means we won't see your famous 211LF at this year's KR gathering in Mt Vernon, right? Dr. Hsu On Wed, Jun 14, 2023, 7:57 AM Flesner via KRnet wrote: > >

Re: KRnet> flight report - landings

2023-06-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Wow, you are the living legend of KR pilots of all times!! "Presented with the "Master Pilot Award" for 50 years of flying without accident or incident. (this is the only time you'll see this tag line)" Nothing Short of Amazing, Larry!! Can you or someone in this group help doing a test flight o

Re: KRnet> Glide range

2023-08-18 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Wow, you experienced losing VW engines 4 times in middle air flying your KR, and you are still around telling us the stores Mr. Randall?! How did you manage to survive when you landed in the trees from one of your engine troubles? You are nothing short of amazing!! v/r, Dr. Hsu On Fri, Aug 18,

Re: KRnet> Robert Pesak KR

2023-09-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Amazing pictures of Robert Pesak's KR bird! Thank you Larry for sharing! By the way, can you also share some pictures of Robert, such as he was in the KR gathering in the past? Kindly, Dr. Hsu On Tue, Sep 19, 2023, 8:40 AM Larry Flesner via KRnet wrote: > > Robert Pesak's memorial was post

Re: KRnet> 2023 Gathering - Our visit to the gathering

2023-09-25 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis, I just got to read your excellent essay about the three of us drove all the way from Texas to the KR gathering this year, and everything you described was quite accurate, except however you were about 1.5 hours or 30% off the target (under estimated) on your estimate of my time driving from

Re: KRnet> KR> Simply Folding Wing

2023-10-14 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hi Phil, do you have any pictures showing the wings of your KR are in the folded or stowed position? Thanks, Dr. Hsu On Tue, Aug 8, 2023, 3:36 AM Phillip Matheson via KRnet < krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > Have a look on my wed page. At the top you will see a folding wing page > link. This is n

Re: KRnet> KR retract gear parts...new/used

2023-11-22 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis, Sounds like you have just recruited one more genius in the KR Gang of Texas! This makes it a perfect "KR Party of Texans" at the time of your first KR2 take-off celebration, if that day will ever arrive soon?! Cheers and Happy Thanksgiving holiday to you all! Dr. Hsu On Wed, Nov 22,

Re: KRnet> vw based crankshaft fail

2024-03-03 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
He and his friend certainly are the luckiest guys on the planet! He didn't say what kind of aircraft he bought, or the kind of engine installed?! Hope it wasn't the KR type or the VW engine!! vr, Dr. Hsu On Sun, Mar 3, 2024, 4:58 PM Chris Prata via KRnet wrote: > this is interesting, cra

Re: KRnet> vw based crankshaft fail

2024-03-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
oot cause of > the failure was. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Mar 3, 2024, at 12:09 PM, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet > wrote: > >  > He and his friend certainly are the luckiest guys on the planet! He > didn't say what kind of aircraft he bought, or the kind of engin

Re: KRnet> Who is the owner of this folding wing KR?

2024-04-04 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Steve, How can you tell it's a folding wing KR from the picture? If it is, I hope to find out how it works, and how we can modify the current KR2 design to make the wings foldable? vr, Dr. Hsu On Wed, Apr 3, 2024, 9:46 PM Steve Loebs via KRnet wrote: > http://www.krgathering.net/images/Gather

Re: KRnet> 2024 Gathering Registration

2024-04-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
John, Can't believe the 2024 Gathering is nearing...! I missed seeing the email for the registration somehow, so can you please share it with us? Assuming it's the same location in Mount Vernon IL, right? vr, Dr. Hsu On Tue, Apr 16, 2024, 7:28 AM wrote: > > I registered for the 2024 Gathering

Re: KRnet> Chad Robertson - KR2 Builder

2024-06-19 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis, so sad to hear about Chad's passing, and I admire his daughter's commitment to finish up Chad's KR project! I just saw this email as I am going through all my emails during this federal holiday after traveling back from Germany lately See y'all soon! Dr. Hsu On Tue, May 28, 2024, 7:24

Re: KRnet> Drury Inn discount code

2024-07-24 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Jeff, I will never be afraid to get a ride on your biplane, and I was hoping to fly with you on your biplane last year but I missed the opportunity Are you going to fly in with your biplane or RV6 this September? Look forward to seeing you all! Dr. Hsu On Wed, Jul 24, 2024, 5:45 PM Jeff Sco

Re: KRnet> Memorial flight

2024-08-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
hi Rich, Can you tell us who's Dave in the pickle you sent? I want to know if myself or many of us ever met Dave in our previous KR gatherings? kind regards, Dr. Hsu On Fri, Aug 9, 2024, 5:18 AM Rich Parker via KRnet wrote: > I was fortunate enough to be given Dave Mullins KR2s-XL project

Re: KRnet> Fwd: 50th Anniversary of the kR Video

2024-09-05 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis has done a superb job editing these 50th anniversary KR vedo! My hat off to him! vr, Dr. Hsu On Thu, Sep 5, 2024, 3:48 PM Larry Flesner via KRnet wrote: > > Luis, > > there seems to be two videos on youtube on the 50 anniversary. The > finished version and one at the following address. P

Re: KRnet> Fwd: 50th Anniversary of the kR Video

2024-09-05 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
can ride with me to the > meeting... I got your number buddy > > On another note... Larry the video has been deleted. It shall forever > remain unviewed (I hope). > > Luis > > On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 09:48:11 PM CDT, Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet < > krnet@list.krnet.

Re: KRnet> Ground loop Incident

2024-09-09 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Luis, I knew we need to drive to Mt Vernon for one more time, and there is absolutely no need to push yourself at the expense of safety... See ya at your airport on Thursday! kind regards, Dr. Hsu On Mon, Sep 9, 2024, 1:19 AM Luis Claudio via KRnet wrote: > Well, it was bound to happen... thi

Re: KRnet> Lyrics

2024-09-16 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
it's truly a beautiful song Larry, and believe or not I enjoyed listening to both the lyrics and the music on YouTube prior to my coming to the KR gathering on 2021 for the first time! Are you going to write another song and singing it at the KR gathering next year?! Cheers, Dr. Hsu On Mon

Re: KR> took a flight

2020-03-22 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hey guys, I am new to this group and hope someone can point an easy solution for my KR2 landing gear break fixes? I bought a KR2 project and now nearly 99% completed and ready to test fly except the issue of landing gear cable break on the right side: It is called the "cable end" used for adjust

Re: KR> took a flight

2020-03-24 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Yes Larry, it took me a day on researching and talking to local motor cycle shops to found out the name for it (barrel adjusters)! In fact, I already ordered a pair (not the same but hopeful) on Amazon but I gave up using it, as it is a task trade-off of making more parts to replace or overhaul bot

Re: KR> 1st Time engine start - Help

2020-03-27 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hey Luis, I believe I got the same type of engine on my KR2, and the engine starts fairly easy every time I try it. I have a electric primer, so all you need is to turn on the master switch first, and then flip on your main fuel pump (to see if there is at least 3psi pressure). Be sure to turn off

Re: KR> Carbs - KRNet rule violation

2020-03-27 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
I didn't know that the Australians invented WIFI technology, right?! Wow, it surely has changed the world, and my hat off to Australia! Yes, I know the Jabiru engines are great engines, but it just too expensive to get one in my views Dr. Hsu On Fri, Mar 27, 2020, 7:55 AM Daniel Heath via KRn

Re: KR> Yes I fly again.

2020-03-30 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hi Stef, I am new in this KR world and I take every opportunity to read and learn from this family! However, I am just a bit curious about your solution for the "nose down" issue? Why would you want to install a fixed trimtab, instead of trying to resolve the problem through checking your "weight

Re: KR> Yes I fly again.

2020-03-30 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
lot > of > Ray Allen servo systems out there. But they do cost some money. Fixed trim > tab and springs is much cheaper. > > Thanks, > > Rob Schmitt > N1852Z > www.robert7721.com > Kansas City, MO > > > > > > -Original Message- > From: KRn

Re: KR> Yes I fly again.

2020-03-30 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
this individual airplane. > > Your KR has an elegant solution to this "issue" (that all aircraft share) > - it has an in-flight adjustable trim tab. > > Here's a GREAT article on W&B. > http://www.n56ml.com/wb/index.html > It's about Mark's KR2S, so you

Re: KR> Anti flutter

2020-04-03 Thread Dr. Feng Hsu via KRnet
Hey Mark, how did you possibly save up to 64lbs on your build (KR2)? Could you please shed some light on this, in terms of the significant weight savers? In such very light aircraft design like the KR2, removing every pond of "extra fat" makes a big difference! Also, I asked f anyone have tired or

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