KR>Re: Bolt removal

2021-07-01 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Mark….tried torching? Bernie McLean Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 1, 2021, at 6:28 PM, Keith Wiese wrote: > > My first guess is use penetrate with the Impact 6 sided socket on low just > enough to vibrate it, Use Fwd and Rev countless times and let it sit then do > it again , and again, ect,,

Re: KR> KR2 Project for sale

2020-12-23 Thread Bernard McLean Sr via KRnet
That wasn’t my KR Larry, mine was a project only; pictures at “bmcleankr2 pho...@shutterfly.com”. I’ll ask new owner if he wants to go public. Bernie Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 23, 2020, at 4:24 PM, Flesner via KRnet wrote: > > On 12/23/2020 11:15 AM, Bernard McLean via KRnet wrote: >> It'

Re: KR> My KR 2 Project Is for sale

2020-12-09 Thread Bernard McLean Sr via KRnet
Go to Bmcleankr2photos.Shutterfly.com/ Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 9, 2020, at 7:50 AM, Randall Smith via KRnet > wrote: > > I tried to get on but I do not have a Shutterfly account. Take pictures of > that KR and put it on YouTube and everybody can go look. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> O

KR> Taxi test

2011-10-23 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Netters; Good news and sad news! After installing a primer on my KR2's Corvair engine to cure hard starting problems, I test ran the motor this morning (before bad weather sets in here in the Northern part of Illinois). Even though the Corvair's weight has caused some static nose heaviness, I fe

KR> Supposed to be the day

2011-09-04 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I too had a big day today in the life of my KR projectfirst engine run. I had trouble getting the engine to cough and checked spark, fuel etc. I found that the point gaps were slightly different...adjusted this but still no luck. Then I tried a few squirts of STARTING FLUID on the air cleaner (

KR> FW: Dual Point distrbutor

2011-08-07 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
To the KR List; I am prepping my Corvair for its initial test run and have a question re WW dual point distributors; What make/model of condensers are the best for the Corvair with dual points? AND, how are these condensers mounted.can they be remotely mounted away from the distributor and

KR> Dual Point distrbutor

2011-07-26 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
To the KR List; I am prepping my Corvair for its initial test run and have a question re WW dual point distributors; What make/model of condensers are the best for the Corvair with dual points? AND, how are these condensers mounted.can the be remotely mounted away from the distributor and connect

KR> Firewall Covering

2011-07-24 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I don't know what others have done...I used .016 SS over 1/16 Fibrefrax attached to 1/4' firewall with T-88. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL Building KR-2 w/Corvair power. -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Chris corbine Sent: Sun

KR> wheel tracking

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Jim Raleigh wrote: >When I back up the gear straightins up and the tires are running as they >should. I know that this means that the wheels are castered outward. I tried >putting some shims in the back but it seems to only bend the thru bolts. You >guys with the grove gear got some ideas.

KR> Turff Landing

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I guess I'll feel better about the 5 x5.00 tires I bought for my KR 2 tail dragger!! I assume they'll; * Add prop/ground clearance. * Soften turf landings. * Generally, add shock absorption qualities. * Look like tundra tires ;-) Does anyone know if there are low profile tire tha

KR> Fly in coordinates

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Log on to AIRNAV.COM and select airport data for KMVN. You'll get more info than you want! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL Just thinking of flying over. Could someone please post the lat/longs of the Mount Vernon Fly In. I'm curious to find out how far it is from Coffs Harbour and whether I ne

KR> Procedure to cover glass cloth on foam.

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Insert this between 4. and 5. Apply Peel Ply to the epoxied glass cloth and roll out to ensure there are no voids. When dry (after step 5) remove Peel Ply and minimal sanding will be required. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL > Hello Krnet members! > > I would like to understanding the glas

KR> T-88 TIP For the lazy or the weak wristed

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Try warming both bottles in warm water for 10 minutes. They flow much better when warm. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL

KR> Wood reservation

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Try; Aircraft Spruce & Specialty or Wicks Aircraft Supply

KR> A Big Milestone

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
For me, anyway ;-) !!! I just finished dry fitting the main and outer and front wing spars into the boat! Minimal adjustment of the fuselage side openings required. Distances from wingtips to floor were equal with no adjustment required and the tip-to-tail post measurements were within 1/8" befo

KR> Fw: banquet

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Carla and I will be flying in on Thursday afternoon (same as last year). If anyone is driving to the airport on Friday am and has space available in their car we'd really appreciate a liftwe'll buy the beer!. Thanks! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL

KR> Ivo Propa caca poo poo

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
We're on our way later today. See everyone thereI hope you won't object to a lot of first time builder questions! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove Illinois

KR> Gathering

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Darnit!!! The new boost pump on the Mooney is defective!!! We'll depart by car in a few minutes...6 hours or so from here. We'll be staying at the Holiday Inn and can provide lifts to/from the airport if anyone needs one. See you all soon. Bernie & Carla McLean Poplar Grove IL 815-547-4224

KR> Ride(s) Available To Gathering and Back from STL

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Won't you be lonely in Red Oak?

KR> Rotax

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
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> Mosler VW Conversions

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Does anyone have any information/experience with VW conversions from Mosler Engines? I have, through a mutual friend, located an 1820 cc, 72 Hp conversion, never used available due to the death of the builder. Any info/comments would be appreciated. Thanks, and I'll see you at the gathering (by

KR> KR inspections

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I have kept fairly meticulous photo and written logs of all the construction steps to date but have been unsuccessful in locating an EAA Tech Counselor willing to inspect/sign off on any work done on my KR 2. I guess I'll keep plugging away doing the best I can and keeping the best records I can

KR> Getting Closer

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
We're all set to go too! Won't be flying my KR this year (just getting ready to set the center spars...cut 1 main rib today :-) ). We booked a room at The Holiday Inn for Thurs, Fri and Sat. Does anyone know if this hotel provides daily transport back and forth to the airport? We look forward to

KR> Time to decide

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Well, I have taken the boat about as far as I can before I set the center spars. My problem is this; I have cut 2 inner wing ribs from 3/32 plywood using the original plans I bought in 1986 (the plans supplement I bought late last year did not include a full size inboard rib template, only the o

KR> Time to decide

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
All of my spars have been finished and closed since 1986 when I had to put this project on hold due to lack of space and time. I wasn't aware that a pre-closing inspection was required for the spars. I just followed the builder's manual and varnished each cavity (not the glued surfaces!) and clo

KR> Wing incidence with RAF-48?

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Discussion of this topic raises a couple of interesting issues for me; I started building my KR 2 in 1986 and completed the wing spars (all...main, front and rear plus outer, front and rear). I also completed the fuselage sides and horizontal stabilizer and elevators before going into a 17 year h

KR> Video

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Tried to load the video (got the pix with links attached) but only got pages of letters,numbers and symbols...any ideas? Bernie McLean.

KR> Video

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Thanks! That worked. Nice videos of a very nice KR. I hope mine turns out as well! Bernie McLean

KR>Question for the group

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I am dry fitting the belly cross members prior to gluing and have hit a road block (with which I am hoping you all can help me); * My original KR2 plans (dated 10/08/86) show a belly cross member at station "D" only . * Drawing "A" (of my new KR2S supplement..Sept/92...just received

KR>Question for the group

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Dan; I'm building a 2 as well. Thanks for your opinion on the wood and X members. Bernie McLean

KR>Another KR on eBay

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I noticed what looks like epoxy around the prop flange. Is oil leakage in this area a typical problem? Bernie McLean N1007N

KR>Starting boat layout

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
I hope my questions aren't too basic for the group but After an approximate 15 year lay off, I'm resuming construction on my KR2. I'm laying out the completed fuselage sides on the work table for "boat" assembly and am concerned that if I follow the dimensions called for by the plans for the

KR>I'm resuming construction on my KR2

2008-10-12 Thread Bernard McLean Sr
Hello to all KR enthusiasts. I'm wondering if you can help me make a couple of decisions. I am about to resume construction on my KR2 kit (plans book no. 68) which I started in February of 1986 and had to put on hold for a variety of reasons (lack of assembly space, primarily). I managed to compl