KR> Electric Artificial Horizon
If you are going to steal it, the Falcon will probably be cheaper than what this fellow on eBay is expecting to get for his TruTrak ADI below, but an AI is something you want to be able to implicitly trust. I wouldn't want something that occasionally "does something funny." I see the auction below has no bids so it will probably go for around what he started the bidding off with - $600. With the GPS model (as this one is - it comes with a GPS puck that plugs into the back of the instrument) Gulf Coast Avionics wants $1200+ for a new one. This one on eBay looks like new. TruTrak will do for free any service work that might ever be necessary (even if you're not the original owner) but since these things are all solid state it isn't likely to ever need anything. Mine never has. Great instrument. The GPS track readout replaces a DG for all practical purposes and reduces scan. eBay Item #260773310655 Mike KSEE Groupon™ Official Site 1 ridiculously huge coupon a day. Get 50-90% off your city's best! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4db4fbc6e0f499c9a8st06vuc
KR> New Pictures
Just posted some additional pictures taken this week of my fuselage and the right wing with Stewart Paint Systems Primer/Filler added. The bottom is not coated yet but I'm going to use only white primer/filler on it since it shouldn't need UV blocker. At least I hope the bottom doesn't see that much direct sun time! It is does then the wrong side is up. For those who haven't used Stewart Paint Systems, they are water based systems that don't require a forced air breathing system. In fact, the first two coats of primer/filler are brushed on as per their recommendation. Once the gray is done then I'll go to white and coat the whole plane. In the pictures the cowling top is just set on, it's not attached and neither is the canopy bubble and frame. It's easier to work on the individual pieces while they're off the plane. If you're interested see them at: http://www.sharkdriver.zoomshare.com. It is also available as a link from the KRnet under my name thanks to ML. Neal Hornung KR: 776DJ (soon to be) AOH (Allen County, Northwestern Ohio)
KR> elect. artificial horizon
At 08:05 PM 4/24/2011, you wrote: >The 8 degree means that the user had a panel that was 8 degrees off of >vertical. +++ I haven't spent any money yet. The seller said to install it and see if it works. I don't think their RV had an 8 degree panel. Could that cause it to not work properly? I'm sure it sees more than 8 degrees pitch change in use. If it works I'm sure I'll get a deal. The seller is my part time boss. :-) Larry Flesner
KR> elect. artificial horizon
Larry, The 8 degree means that the user had a panel that was 8 degrees off of vertical. Buying used instruments is always iffy, especially if the seller tells you that it acts funny. I would decide how much you want to invest, subtract what it would cost to service it (usually about $450-$550 for and electric AI) and see if you are still getting a good deal. If you have already purchased the instrument, then you can see if it serves your needs or pull it out and have a good instrument shop service it. Actually, I have found that tornado weather is quite good to test out a new AI as the plane will be cycled through many unusual attitudes. Good luck, Scott On Sun, Apr 24, 2011 at 4:51 PM, Larry&Sallie Flesner wrote: > > > I might finally be getting my electric artificial horizon for the > KR. It came out of an RV7A that was upgraded to a Dynon > unit. Question for those that know. The instrument is marked with a > tag indicating an 8 degree slant. Will this work on a flat panel? I > have it installed and it spins up but weather too bad for a flight to > check it out. Tornados in the area and all that. > > The RV owner said he thought it acted funny on occasion and it is a > "Falcon" instrument so it may be a bargain best left undone. > > Larry Flesner > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> KR2S for sale
John, I looked at where you are at and i would like some more info when you say you have enough to complete "her" what do you mean ... do you have any pre fab parts , landing gear ,wheels ...etc. are the spars completed and to what airfoil type. I'm trying to figure out with what i have if it wiuld benifit me getting your project to ad to the parts i have. when you have a chance please give me some more insight as to what you have . i'm a nut for tools too so let me know what you have in that order too please. thank you michael On 4/22/11, John Godwin wrote: > Ok guys this time I am not going to talk myself out of it. I am selling my > KR-2S with everything to finish it foam, glass, boat with tail and flight > controls completed. I have 2 and a half corvair cores with a nitrided > standard turbo crank and a freshly turned 10 under crank, a Dan style fifth > bearing and everything you need to get her going quickly. All the attach > fittings and steel needed to complete the girl. She is stretched 14inches > widened to 41 and looks beautiful. It's all got to go even my tools if you > want them. Table saw scroll saw table sander router etc. The plane engines > and everything needed to finish her including the dan style cnc fifth > bearing assembly as well as all the steel and a large selection of spruce > and plywood for $3500.00. Other tools we can negotiate. I have well over > 6000.00 in what I have listed for the plane alone so it is a steal I can > assure you. Contact me off list and we can talk. > John > Godwin > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >
KR> elect. artificial horizon
I might finally be getting my electric artificial horizon for the KR. It came out of an RV7A that was upgraded to a Dynon unit. Question for those that know. The instrument is marked with a tag indicating an 8 degree slant. Will this work on a flat panel? I have it installed and it spins up but weather too bad for a flight to check it out. Tornados in the area and all that. The RV owner said he thought it acted funny on occasion and it is a "Falcon" instrument so it may be a bargain best left undone. Larry Flesner
KR> Nose Gear Needed for Tricycle Set-up
All, I'm looking to purchase a nose gear. I'd like to get one inexpensive. Or does anyone know of a very good substitute, that is different than the one sold by NV Aero? I would be interested in that as well. Just purchased N5834 and noticed an issue with the nose gear. Can the components of the nose gear be purchased separate? If so, where? Thanks, Chris Corbine
KR> Newbie from Malaysia
At 09:12 AM 4/24/2011, you wrote: >My name is Steve from Malaysia and will like to say hello to everybody. + Welcome to the KR community. Get started building without delay. With the proper instruction, anyone of average ability can fly a KR. Keep us posted on your progress. Larry Flesner
KR> Newbie from Malaysia
Hi everybody, My name is Steve from Malaysia and will like to say hello to everybody. Please I have been following KR2S for quite sometime and finally make up my mind to start building, but I have the following questions to ask. Am intending to put in for my Sport Pilot license while am building along my KR2S, now I will like to know can a low time SP fly this wonderful machine? though here in Malaysia there is no speed limit but am concerned about safety issue. Would i be able to fly this machine after building without seeing one before or even fly one before. You sincere answer is highly appreciated as my motivator to move ahead in building and will be glad to be the first builder of this plane here in Malaysia. With best regards.
