KR> Careful what you carry with you

[Benjamin Copeland]

Dan,
Call the Emergency Medical Services office and ask for the Director. You 
haven't heard from the police because you didn't break a law. An EMT has 
absolutely no authority to confiscate anything - they can remove stuff if it 
hampers their job of providing medical services - they cannot take 
anything - period. I was an EMT for four years from NC to Hawaii. He 
probably didn't steal your knife (but maybe) - for sure he was an idiot with 
an ego over stepping his authority. Reminds me of small-time security 
officers who think their paramilitary police. Yea, I was in security for a 
SHORT time too.

Ben
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Dan said:
"...reporting it to Homeland Security.". "... they confiscated my knife 
anyway but the police haven't been here to arrest me yet."

KR> My KR flyes:

[Benjamin Copeland]

Congratulations Howard !!! A Carolina KR !!!
Fly to Charlotte (Monroe) sometime so I can drool,,, I mean look it over.

Ben Copeland
704-222-9213 (cell)

Happy Days here.

Howard Goodwin
Washington, N.C.
N742HG
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KR> Nice KR2 4 Sale

[Benjamin Copeland]

I would recommend some serious research before purchasing this aircraft. 
This plane has been for sale for about three years. I know because I checked 
into it in November 2006. I have been told it has more recent "experiences" 
too.

> Aircraft on http://www.Barnstormers.com
> RAND ROBINSON KR2S . $15,000 . BEST DEAL EVER!.

Still a dreamin' wannabe,
Ben 

KR> KR2 w/ Continental 65 and Lycoming starter gear

[Benjamin Copeland]

Hi Guys,

I was checking out the list of builders and if you have not seen Dennis 
Dyer's site, check it out.


Dennis has done the greatest thing on adding a starter and alternator to the 
C-65 engine in his KR2. I did a lot of checking once (especially with Harry 
Fenton - the Continental guy), and no one seems to have done what Dennis 
did. I always figured there had to be a "fairly" simple way to add the 
starter and he did the alternator too! I once thought using the GP vacuum 
pump bracket was a viable option for an alternator if it fit the C-65, but 
that didn't take care of the starter absence. Dennis is the man!

It would be great to have templates for the brackets and details on matching 
the Lycoming gear to the Continental. Dennis has my admiration for a great 
creative solution to using the C-65 in a KR2.

Ben

Benjamin F. Copeland IV
Still a wannabe
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KR> N5424N

[Benjamin Copeland]

Guys,

Something is not right with N5424N. I corresponded with the builder and the 
N number was cancelled - I verified it on the FAA website. It is now in a 
Hold-reserve state with Cancelled/Not Assigned. I get nervous myself with 
questionable paperwork and it sounds like this nice little bird (if still 
that way) is not ready to take to the air as implied.

Ben
dreamin-to-be a KR2 man 

KR> N5424N

[Benjamin Copeland]

I'm pretty familiar with N5424N and the builder in Asheville NC - I went to 
purchase it in 2006 and the owner decided not to sell while filling out the 
papers. It was a sad day for me - the closest I've gotten to getting a KR2. 
My wife and I fit inside nicely too. :(

The airframe was donated to a non-profit last year without engine (FW 
forward) or instruments. The non-profit re-sold the airframe. Email me 
offline if you want to know more. I'd love to see pictures of the 
rejuvenated 5424N.

Ben 

KR> Alternative strobes... and lighting

[Benjamin Copeland]

Here's an alternative to making or purchasing expensive strobes. I was 
looking at these when I almost became a KR owner two years ago. This 
companies carries a lot of neat light (including light-weight and low 
profile) options that could be adaptable to aircraft.

http://store.vehiclelight.com/stwali.html

Ben
Still a wannbe
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KR> Engine Wanted for Potential KR2 Project

[Benjamin Copeland]

I'm considering a KR2 project and want to know if there are any complete 2180s 
or close size engine for sale. If I can get a used, good engine, then I might 
be able to work out (i.e., afford) a deal on the airframe. 

I want a ready to run and mountable engine. Prefer dual ignition but not 
required. I do want full accessories including, oil cooler, alternator, 
starter, exhaust, and carb. It would be even better if it had a prop and 
spinner too.  The plane previously had an 1835 VW.  

Because of low opportunity to travel, I need one close to Charlotte, NC or one 
that can be shipped. Please email me off-line if you can provide a lead or info.
Thanks!
Ben
(some day, some how, I'm GONNABE)

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KR> Financing a KR2

[Benjamin Copeland]

Does anyone know a lender who would finance a KR2? I tried with AOPA and they
don't do experimental unless (quote: "there are hundreds around to establish 
comps").
What was worse, the loan underwriter didn't know what a KR2 was, but then he 
also said he
didn't fly and had never been in a GA aircraft... hard to imagine from an AOPA 
sponsored service.

Since this topic may be more of a Friday subject, please email me off-line if 
you have any 
information. I didn't want to wait until Friday since I have an option on a 
nice, flying KR2 but 
don't have the full cash.

Thanks,
Ben
 "a wannbe but loosing ground"
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KR> Older Flying KR2 Purchase

[Benjamin Copeland]

I'm still wondering if there are any older, flying A/W KR2s for sale within 
flying distance of NC.
I got a response for a neat sounding project that could be my best option, but 
would still like to see if there
is an older, currently flying plane for sale. Functionality is more important 
that appearances too.

Questions: 
What type of saw is used to cut the canopy? Is it the same for Plexiglas and 
lexan?

Is anyone currently running SCAT dual plug heads on a flying bird? For an 1835, 
does it increase
the HP as significant as the ads imply?

Thanks and Happy Mother's to ya,
Ben

Ben Copeland IV
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KR> really bad morning

[Benjamin Copeland]

Joe,
So sorry to hear about your bad morning. At least you were not airborne - I 
once found my canopy
(in a previous Dragonfly) undone on downwind during a test flight after 
getting a "little bit of air" too.
Fortunately, it had a safety catch; however, I had to hold it secure with 
one hand while landing
with the other, juggling throttle and stick. It was a side opening canopy. 
Scared the bee-gibes
out of me!

Of course, while the budget (and mental) impact is definitely a drag, it is 
SO GOOD that you
didn't flip and get hurt! I'll light a candle for you.
Ben

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- Original Message - 
From: "Joseph H Horton" 
To: ; 
Sent: Saturday, May 19, 2007 9:14 AM
Subject: KR> really bad morning


>Well it was bound to happen I guess, We were suppose to have rain
> all day and I woke up to clear blue and light north wind. So off to the
> airport for a morning flight that I love so much. They have been working
> on the site development for the past 2 months and in doing so had to put
> 4 storm lines across the runway which was done at night and patched with
> blacktop. The patches had not been to bad but this past week I noticed
> that they were getting a little rougher. I taxied to the departure end
> and had to wait awhile for warm up when I was waiting I had opened the
> canopy a little bit for some air to move through the cockpit. When then
> engine hit temps I called departure and headed down the runway. Soon
> after hitting full throttle I remembered the canopy latches and reached
> over the lock and quickly changed my mind and decided to abort take off.
> I reduced throttle and started applying brakes ( probably@ about 50 mph).
> All this at just about the same instance that I hit the first pipe
> crossing. There was a loud bang and bounce up on the nose  and then the
> sudden nose drop to the pavement with the prop disintegrating instantly.
> Throttle was already at idle and brakes already applied. There was the
> loud grinding as the plane slid to a stop ( about 75 yards), I was
> certain that it was the bottom of the new cowl sanding itself down. I
> shut off fuel and master and then ignition switch al befor I had stopped.
> I am not positive if  the engine quit at prop struck or was still
> running. I think running because I seem to remember some shaking.
>There was not a soul around so I got out and pulled her off the
> runway. I ended up only a few feet from the turn off. As it turned out
> the nose wheel busted completely off shearing the pivot bolt off clean at
> the weld. The nose strut failed and folded at the vertical bend directly
> above the nose wheel but thankfully it kept the cowl, spinner and exhaust
> pipes off the ground. The visible damage is limited to the strut and
> hardware and the nose wheel fairings.
>I don't know how long I will be out of commission. This just was
> not in the budget for the summer.
> Have to go back to the airport now , I just got a call from the site
> contractor, actually a good friend so i guess someone saw what happened.
> This probably means a report to write to the authorities.
>
> Joe Horton
> Coopersburg, Pa.
> joe.kr2s.buil...@juno.com
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KR> KR for Purchase

[Benjamin Copeland]

Hi all,

After some tough times, I'm back in the market for a KR2 or S. Any flying 
birds available?
The alternative available plane now is a Sonerai IIL - but my heart still 
belongs to the KR.

Email me offline if you know something.
Thanks,
Ben

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Charlotte, NC
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KR> really dumb question, pushrods

[Benjamin Copeland]

So, I guess a meter stick is what you hit your instruments with when they're 
not reading right.

Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
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- Original Message - 
From: "bob pearce" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 12:34 AM
Subject: RE: KR> really dumb question, pushrods


> You fools...A yard stick is something made of wood or
> other material that you keep in your back
> yard...Unless, of course, you happen to have a front
> yard stick...bob p
> --- Brian Kraut  wrote:
>
>> Cut 85.6 mm off of your meter stick and you will
>> have a yard stick.
>>
>> Brian Kraut
>> Engineering Alternatives, Inc.
>> www.engalt.com
>>
>> -Original Message-
>> From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net
>> [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On
>> Behalf Of AVLEC
>> Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 2:12 AM
>> To: KRnet
>> Subject: KR> really dumb question, pushrods
>>
>>
>> Guys,
>> I need to ask a really dumb question. I am starting
>> to build a model mustang
>> from correx and need to know what a yardstick is, or
>> rather the dimensions
>> of a yardstick. I presume that it is a yard long but
>> have no clue as to how
>> many furlongs wide it is or how many acres thick. It
>> is used for the main
>> spar in the model.
>> To make this post KR related, does anyone know of a
>> way to move the aileron
>> actuation to behind the rear spar inside the
>> fuselage before exiting the
>> sides. It must preferably fit through the gap under
>> the rear spar which is
>> roughly 30mm.( AS5048) I intend to use pushrods for
>> elevator as well as
>> ailerons. I have an idea of a torque tube for
>> aileron actuation with a
>> pushrod running through it for elevator actuation
>> but it is fairly
>> complicated at the stick end. There must be an
>> easier way to achieve this.
>>
>> Regards
>> Dene Collett
>> KR2SRT builder
>> South africa
>> Whisper assembler
>> See: www.whisperaircraft.com
>> mailto: av...@telkomsa.net
>>
>>
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>
>
>
>
> 
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KR> HAPI Mosler 2180 Oil Seepage

[Benjamin Copeland]

Is anyone familiar with the HAPI Mosler 2180 w/an Ellison EFS-2 carb? The owner 
reports minor seepage from 
around the hub after flying for "a while". The engine has 70hrs after a rebuild 
following an off-field landing. 
Could this indicate a possible prop strike occurred or the rebuild was not that 
good or just some early wear signs? 
Also, is this engine really 82hp? That sounds a little high.

I'm looking at two planes one has the HAPI and the other has a 2100 Revmaster 
with possibly a POSA or
Revflow carburator. I'd like to get some opinions since there is a lot of 
knowledge and experience here.

Ben
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KR> KR2S Standard Cabin Width

[Benjamin Copeland]

If a KR2S is built to standard plans, is the width of the cabin 36"? Inside or 
outside?
My wife and I fit into a standard KR2 and I wondered if the "S" was the same 
unless
widened by the builder.


Benjamin F. Copeland IV
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KR> Engine - Revmaster 2100 or 2180

[Benjamin Copeland]

Does this mean the 2100 engine on Revmaster's site is actually a 2180cc? I 
couldn't find that in their specs.
I've been talking to someone about a Revmaster 2100 and going on the 
assumption it is 2100cc
just like the web site... bad assumption?

How does the GP 2180 compare to a Revmaster 2100 (w/ Ellison carb)?

http://revmasteraviation.com/products/r2100_engine/index.htm

Ben Copeland
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: 
To: 
Sent: Friday, December 15, 2006 1:09 PM
Subject: KR> Engine


> Hello, does anybody know what hp a revmaster B-2180 dual ignition is ???

KR> Revmaster 2100 Engine TBO

[Benjamin Copeland]

Does anyone have any experience with the Revmaster 2100 engine? I just heard 
they are prone to case cracking
problems around 300 hours. Anyone else heard this? Can anyone share how their 
2100 Revmaster has faired
including the total time before major overhaul/work.

Does a 2100 Revmaster with 210 hours, oil cooler, and good maintenance have a 
lot of time left before
work can be expected? I looking to buy it (with a KR2S behind it) and want to 
know what I might expect.

Thanks,
Ben


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KR> LED lighting

[Benjamin Copeland]

Check out this place for ideas on LED aviation lights. I was considering it 
especially with the low
power requirements.

Two possible examples of the many ideas I got:
Backup strip could be on leading edge - with the beveled flange it resembles 
a stall strip
http://store.vehiclelight.com/2545500.html

low height strobe light
http://store.vehiclelight.com/ledc3r.html


Benjamin F. Copeland IV
just2...@together.net

KR> Ellison EFS-2 Question and KR2 Wanted

[Benjamin Copeland]

Mark Langford wrote > if you have a chance to snag it [the Ellision EFS-2], 
do it.

I'll have to buy a Dragonfly body that's wrapped around it, of which I'm 
considering since I can't seem to get a KR2.
I made the same decision in 1989 and wished then I'd held out for a KR.


Mark Langford wrote > I would try not to limit your selection just based on 
a transponder.

I believe you're right on not limiting myself... I'll just have to look 
through KRnet notes on how to rig up an antenna. I can't
imagine the other wiring would be that difficult with the right pieces.

Today, I'm open to almost any KR2 that's flying - send me some offers 

Thanks,
Ben
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"tryin to be"

KR> Ellison EFS-2 Question and KR2 Wanted

[Benjamin Copeland]

First a question, then a dream:
Is anyone familiar with a Ellison EFS-2 carburetor? Is it a good carburetor
and is it a good match for a HAPI Magnum Plus (2180 engine)?

Now the dream:
Since I haven't bothered anyone in almost two months - I'm due.
Please email me off-line if you have a nice flying US located KR2 or KR2S
that could use a good home in NC. I've missed out on a few deals or
the price was way out of my range or it wasn't what experts here would
recommend - Anyway, I'm still hopeful the one for me is coming. 
(Dan Heath tells me "if I want it, it will come"... I'm wanting it Dan!)

I prefer east of Mississippi and has to have a encoding xponder just to 
get into the neighborhood. No projects wanted - but willing to do 
enhancements to improve on someone's greatness that's already flying.
My wife wants to fly in one - Help me strike while the iron is hot! 

Ben
tryin-to-be
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KR> KR for sale

[Benjamin Copeland]

Hi Mitch,

Do you have a phone number I can call when you get back to town and a best 
time to call?
Are you already inundated with requests too? I saw that the registration is 
"in question" with
the FAA - know why?

Thanks,
Ben

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- Original Message - 
From: "mitch hargin" 
To: 
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2006 5:02 AM
Subject: KR> KR for sale


I might be interested in selling one that I have just fixed up and started 
flying.  N1140V.  I really don't want to sell it but I am in the Ukraine now 
and may need the money to come back here and stay for awhile.  I will be 
home next week if you want to talk about it.
  Mitch Hargin


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KR> KR for sale

[Benjamin Copeland]

My apologies... That was not for the net. :(

Ben
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- Original Message - 
From: "Benjamin Copeland" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2006 10:17 PM
Subject: Re: KR> KR for sale


> Hi Mitch,
>
> Do you have a phone number I can call when you get back to town and a best
> time to call?
> Are you already inundated with requests too? I saw that the registration 
> is
> "in question" with
> the FAA - know why?
>
> Thanks,
> Ben
>
> Benjamin F. Copeland IV
> 704-541-0324 (home)
> 704-222-9213 (cell)
> just2...@together.net
>
> - Original Message - 
> From: "mitch hargin" 
> To: 
> Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2006 5:02 AM
> Subject: KR> KR for sale
>
>
> I might be interested in selling one that I have just fixed up and started
> flying.  N1140V.  I really don't want to sell it but I am in the Ukraine 
> now
> and may need the money to come back here and stay for awhile.  I will be
> home next week if you want to talk about it.
>  Mitch Hargin
>
>
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KR> Take Lots of Gathering Pictures

[Benjamin Copeland]

Please take lots and lots of pictures at the Gathering. I had hoped in July 
to be there but its not happening .
Let me know if someone decides NC would be a good home for their KR2 or S - 
I know the perfect place.
Still dreaming.
Ben
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- Original Message - 
From: "Larry H." 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Sunday, September 24, 2006 10:25 PM
Subject: Re: KR> TAKEOFF DISTANCE OVER 60' OBSTACLE


> Collin, Larry and Barry,
>
> Thanks for your replys, I see now that I will have to forget that idea ! 
> Seems like I would need an ugly Zodiac 701.
> Larry H.
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KR> Landing KR's

[Benjamin Copeland]

I just put it on reserve at my local library.


Benjamin F. Copeland IV
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- Original Message - 
From: "AVLEC" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2006 3:18 PM
Subject: Re: KR> Landing KR's


>I have heard so much about "Stick and rudder", where can I get it?
> Regards
> Dene Collett
> KR2SRT builder
> South africa
> Whisper assembler
> See: www.whisperaircraft.com
> mailto: av...@telkomsa.net
> - Original Message - 
> From: 
> To: 
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2006 05:45
> Subject: KR> Landing KR's
> 
> 
>> The single most helpful resource for me when trying to get comfortable
>> landing my first KR was the chapter called "The Landing" in Wolfgang
>> Langewiesche's book, Stick and Rudder.  
> 
> 
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KR> Friendly Reminder: Nice Home for Nice KR2s

[Benjamin Copeland]

Since I haven't bothered anyone in two months - I'm due.
Please email me off-line if you have a nice flying US located KR2 or S
that could use a good home in NC. I've missed a few deals and am 
still hopeful the one for me is coming. Prefer east of Mississippi
and has to have a encoding xponder just to get into the neighborhood.
No projects wanted - but willing to do enhancements to improve on
someone's greatness that already flys.

My wife wants to fly in one - She's even willing to settle for some 
spam can if it shuts me up - I'm not!   Help me strike while the iron is hot! 
Ben
Wannabe (soon)
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KR> - Gathering

[Benjamin Copeland]

I'd buy both of you Prime Rib if I could get there... especially in my own 
KR2.
Unfortunately, haven't got a deal to go through on anything. 

Maybe 2007.
Ben
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: "william Clapp" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Saturday, September 16, 2006 10:35 PM
Subject: Re: KR> - Gathering


> Lee - Ill buy you a prime rib  if it helps you fly here ( I'll put it on 
> Mark Jones' tab)   ha ha..Bill
>
> Lee Van Dyke  wrote:  NO PRIME RIB
>
> I'M NOT COMMING
>
> LEE
>
>
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KR> KR2 with C65 Engine

[Benjamin Copeland]

I've been looking at a KR2 with a C65 engine which means hand-propping . 
 Does anyone
happen to know if the motor mount for a C65 will work with a C85 or 0200? I'd 
like to work towards gettin
a engine with a starter and more HP if possible while using the same mount. 
Would weight possibly
a problem with the C85 or 0200?

Ben
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KR> Let's move on ... back to KR stuff

[Benjamin Copeland]

Guys, I've been drooling over KR's since ordering my first video from RR in 
1989.
After all these years it looks like I might actually be (finally) getting a 
nice one that
is flying that I can do some minor upgrades and fly at the same time.

I love KRnet and look forward to checking it all the time - several times a 
day. 
I have learned so much from so many people... most importantly I've learned to 
ask 
intelligent questions and file notes for future questions. I've developed some 
camaraderie 
with a few. My thanks to great people like Mark Langford, Mark Jones, Dan 
Heath, Steve Glover, 
Larry Flesner, Al Hawkins, Serge Vidal, D F Lively, Bob Glidden, Colin Rainey, 
Phil Brookman, Oscar Zuniga, Bill (N41768), Eric Pitts, James Ferris, and more 
for making 
my arm-chair flying/building an intellectual dream come true. Additionally, 
through KR research
and/or seeking to purchase I've emailed some cool KR people like Rick Lanning, 
Jim Vance,  
Al Todd, and Monte McLean who have taught me even more. 

I understand the issues that have been bantered around lately about how to use 
the net - 
and even debated sending this note because it's not really related - but I just 
have to say 
thanks to everyone and please continue my education, joy of hearing about 
successes, 
ways to deal with fears of flying KRs, and the promise of going to someplace 
like Mount Vernon, IL
in my own KR2. 

Thanks to the people who know and love the KR airplane, I'm looking forward to 
being an
owner myself. Please don't respond - unless offline - it's just been great and 
I want more.
You guys are great - God willing, I'll get mine soon! 
Finally, I apologize if this note is offensive and out-of-line - it will not 
happen again.

Ben
just2...@together.net

KR> Lookg for a KR2 builder

[Benjamin Copeland]

If anyone knows Michael Schmidt please email me offline. He built a KR2S around 
2003.
I'd like to ask him some questions about his construction.

Thanks,
Ben

just2...@together.net

KR> KR2 Purchase in Progress

[Benjamin Copeland]

Offer made... offer accepted !! Looks like I may finally move from the wannabe 
to becoming a KR2 owner.
More on that after the deals done - the paperwork - like next week.

Anyway, can some one email me off-line a sample liability waiver used. I want 
the builder/seller 
to feel comfortable selling his KR2. We are both searching for a good document 
that will satisfy this 
issue transferring ownership to me. 

We already have the agreement that I have to fly to his place regularly so he 
can "talk to his bird".
Its a great little trip from my home port too, so that will be neat.

Please let me know what you may have. Thanks. Ben just2...@together.net

KR> Gathering

[Benjamin Copeland]

Are owner/pilots who didn't build welcome to a gathering of builders?
I hoping to have a KR2 within two weeks but don't know if I'll be ready to 
take on the trip, but want to inquire.
Thanks,
Ben
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: "Lee Van Dyke" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2006 10:45 PM
Subject: Re: KR> Gathering


> Bob,
>
> Kudda Wudda Shudda have Root Beer
>
> Don't procrastinate..
>
> LEE
>
>
> - Original Message - 
> From: "Bob Glidden" 
> To: "KRnet" 
> Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2006 6:56 PM
> Subject: KR> Gathering
>
>
>>I don't think we will have root beer this year,I think we need to focus
>>more on the KR and share good stories about our experience with our
>>projects.Just my thoughts..
>>
>> Bob Glidden
>> Eminence,Indiana
>> KR2S N181FW (building)
>> Corvair 110
>> glid...@ccrtc.com
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>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
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KR> Frasca Flyin

[Benjamin Copeland]

Mark,
Thanks for the pictures and commentary; I almost felt there on the trip... I 
wish.  :)

Ben Copeland
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: "Robert L. Stone" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Tuesday, July 04, 2006 7:39 PM
Subject: Re: KR> Frasca Flyin


> Mark,
> Great pictures, I still think you have the best digital camera on the
> market from the quality of the pictures you take with it.
>
> Bob Stone
>
>
> - Original Message - 
> From: "Mark Langford" 
> To: "KRnet" 
> Cc: "Corvair engines for homebuilt aircraft" 
> Sent: Tuesday, July 04, 2006 3:10 PM
> Subject: KR> Frasca Flyin
>
>
>> NetHeads,
>>
>> I've whipped up a few pictures that I made at the Frasca Flyin.  It's
>> mostly
>> about flying there and back, but there's probably a message in there
>> somewhere.  Spare me the weather warningsI'm smarter now than I was
>> then!  See
>> http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/flights/frasca2006/
>>
>> Mark Langford, Harvest, AL
>> see homebuilt airplane at http://www.N56ML.com
>> email to N56ML "at" hiwaay.net
>>
>>
>>
>>
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>>
>
>
>
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KR> FW: Special forces to use strap-on 'stealth wings' | theDailyMail

[Benjamin Copeland]

Try it this way -


http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=389357



Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
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- Original Message - 
From: "D F Lively" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Wednesday, June 07, 2006 10:42 PM
Subject: Re: KR> FW: Special forces to use strap-on 'stealth wings' | 
theDailyMail


> Niether could I !
>
> Don Lively
>  
>
> Steve Bray wrote:
>
>> Can't get this to work Ron.
>>
>> Steve Bray
>> Jackson, Tennessee
>>
>> >From: "Ronald R.Eason" 
>> >Reply-To: KRnet 
>> >To: "'KRnet'" 
>> >Subject: KR> FW: Special forces to use strap-on 'stealth wings' | the
>> >DailyMail
>> >Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2006 11:48:53 -0500
>> >
>> >Check this out.
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >Ronald R. Eason Sr.
>> >President / CEO
>> >Ph: 816-468-4091
>> >Fax: 816-468-5465
>> >http://www.jrl-engineering.com
>> >Our Attitude Makes The Difference!
>> >
>> >   _
>> >
>> >From: Mark Pierce [mailto:m...@nospill.com]
>> >Sent: Tuesday, June 06, 2006 10:04 PM
>> >To: Eason, Ronald R.; Monty Graves; Huff, Glenn; Sharp, Jerry; Lemons,
>> >Dick;
>> >Starks, Dick
>> >Subject: Special forces to use strap-on 'stealth wings' | the Daily Mail
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=
>> >389357
>> >> >=389357&in_page_id=1770> &in_page_id=1770
>> >
>>
>> ><< _AVGcertification_.txt >>
>>
>> >___
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KR> Any creative NAV Lights

[Benjamin Copeland]

Hi, I'm looking for a very low amp nav light idea and/or positioning lights.
Most of my flying will be after work, and while not really planning night
flights, I'd prefer to have lights running at dusk. Are there strobes for
the budget?

Has anyone developed a cost effective nav and/or positioning lighting
system? The standard aircraft stuff is pretty expensive and has more
amps and weight than I really want.

Thanks,
Ben 
"ahopetobe"

Ben Copeland
Charlotte, NC
just2...@together.net

KR> KR2 with 1835 Engine

[Benjamin Copeland]

Does anyone have a KR2 with an 1835 engine (52x42 prop) and can tell me any 
performance figures
such as rate of climb, useful load etc. Has anyone carried pilot and passenger 
weights totaling 290lbs?

The 1835 seems to be a very dependable engine but I'm wondering if it can take 
me and the wife with
a small overnight dufflebag.

Thanks for any advise
Ben

"gonnabe"
just2...@together.net

KR> Motor mounts - 1835 compatible with 2180?

[Benjamin Copeland]

Greetings all,

Does anyone know if a motor mount currently with an 1835 engine is compatible 
with
mounting a 2180? Maybe there's too many variables to know, but I hope someone 
could
give me some thoughts.

Thanks,
Ben
just2...@together.net

KR> KR360 or whatever your version

[Benjamin Copeland]

You forgot the KR1.5

Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
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- Original Message - 
From: "Richard And Donya" 
To: "'KRnet'" 
Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 6:23 PM
Subject: RE: KR> KR360 or whatever your version


> KRX = KR(whatever)
>
> i.e. KR-1, KR-1b, KR-2, KR-2S, KR-2SS, KR-2Sport, KR-360 (presumably an O-
> or IO-360)...
>
> Richard Rankin
> Tulsa, OK
>
> -Original Message-
> From: krnet-bounces+richardanddonya=cox@mylist.net
> [mailto:krnet-bounces+richardanddonya=cox@mylist.net] On Behalf Of
> speedbrok...@comcast.net
> Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2006 4:16 PM
> To: KRnet
> Subject: Re: KR> KR360 or whatever your version
>
> Thank's for all the input guys! OK, so what's a KRX or KR360?
>
>
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KR> Mid-Atlantic Fly-in - Lumberton, NC

[Benjamin Copeland]

Is anyone planning on attending the Mid-Atlantic Fly-in at Lumberton, NC May 
18-21?
The have some lofty aspirations to grow as a major gathering.

Ben
is-a-wannabe
just2...@together.net

KR> Are any of you Mothers alive?

[Benjamin Copeland]

Whew I was wondering if it was just me.
So, for next weekend I'm taking the family to the Mid-Atlantic, Anyone else?

Ben
Search / Review in Progress...
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: "D F Lively" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Sunday, May 14, 2006 1:25 PM
Subject: Re: KR> Are any of you Mothers alive?


> Don & Bobby:
>
> This net and the one that includes 200 of my HS alums as well.
>
> Begainning to wonder if someone set off a "Neuron Bomb"  
>
> Don
>  
>
> Don Chisholm wrote:
>
>> I've never seen it this quiet, I was begining to wonder
>>
>> bo...@hatconversions.com wrote:
>>
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KR> BFR Finished - Now for the plane

[Benjamin Copeland]

After a too long hiatus, I went out last night and did my Biannual Flight 
Review - Current again!
Now if I can just find the plane to buy. Thought about building, but have an 
addition to the house 
to complete first. So, I'm gonna keep looking to buy something already in the 
air. Biggest problem
is finding something close to where I live (NC), and of course, affordable. 



Ben Copeland
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
just2...@together.net
www.mrmtv.org

KR> retirement / decision to make

[Benjamin Copeland]

Well, not that I'd want to make to prematurely sick, but feel free to 
contact me
about the KR is you choose to sell it. It might even make you feel better to 
know
someone who's been looking at KRs since 1985 would soar off with great
pleasure . If nothing else, could you send some photos so I can at 
least
dream (or is that drool).

Ben
Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
just2...@together.net



- Original Message - 
From: "Larry&Sallie Flesner" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2006 4:55 PM
Subject: KR> retirement / decision to make


> At 02:36 PM 4/25/2006, you wrote:
>>I have to sell one of them within the next year, as I'm retiring, and it
>>makes me nauseous to think it will be the KR.
>
> ++
>
> Make a list of the pro's and con's of the two airplanes and the type
> of flying you intend to do and keep the one best suited for the task.
> You at least have a choice and you will be keeping one of them.
>
> Enjoy your retirement and I hope the C150 finds a good home. :-)
>
> Larry Flesner
>
>
>
>
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KR> Two throttle controls?

[Benjamin Copeland]

The Zenair Zodiac 601 HD models have dual throttles. You may check into how 
they lay that out
and if it can be applied to your desired application. I've seen pics of dual 
throttles with dual and
center stick controls too.


Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Saturday, April 22, 2006 8:39 AM
Subject: Re: KR> Two throttle controls?


> Rich,
>Can't remember any airplanes with a throttle on each side. Lots of
> them in tandem, but that eliminates the slop in the control. I just
> ordered a single push knob to go in the middle of the instrument panel
> on the white airplane so that we might get some dual before we turn
> the owner loose.
>
>> Can anyone direct me to photos for a two throttle-control system?  I'm
>> interested in how people have linked the two knobs to one carb throttle.
>> We're trying to make KR-2 N26LT (single stick) a bit easier to fly from
>> the
>> right seat, a throttle lever on each outside would be sweet.
>> Rich Meyer
>>
>>
>>
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>
>
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KR> Still looking for the KR2 dream machine to buy.

[Benjamin Copeland]

I'm still looking for a KR2 to buy on the eastern side of the country. 
I'm hoping to catch up with Dan Heath in the near future; he's offered 
to let me look over his (I promised not to drool). Anyway, anyone knowing
of a KR2 or KR2S for sale let me know. I'd prefer a TD with fixed gear but
will consider retracts too. I love the conventional gear; I had a Dragonfly
until Hugo the terrible hurricane broker her up and everything else at the
airport.

I can even get the seller recognition of public access TV in Charlotte
on my small-time TV show as part of a deal.  

Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
just2...@together.net

KR> Still looking for the KR2 dream machine to buy.

[Benjamin Copeland]

Jim,
Do you have any pics available? I like the TDs, but my wife seems more 
impressed with trykes
and that carries (a little) weight.
Ben


Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
just2...@together.net

- Original Message - 
From: "Jim Sellars" 
To: "'KRnet'" 
Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 9:51 AM
Subject: RE: KR> Still looking for the KR2 dream machine to buy.


> Ben:
> We have a very nice KR-2 tryke in Havelock field in New
> Brunswick.  We are looking for 18K CAN, It comes complete and flying
> with GPS, Radio, all VFR instruments and many new parts, including tank,
> tires and such, very clean always hangered.  Let us know we are open to
> negotiate.  506-856-7977
> Jim Sellars
>
> -Original Message-
> From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On
> Behalf Of Benjamin Copeland
> Sent: Monday, April 17, 2006 9:48 PM
> To: KRnet
> Subject: KR> Still looking for the KR2 dream machine to buy.
>
> I'm still looking for a KR2 to buy on the eastern side of the country.
> I'm hoping to catch up with Dan Heath in the near future; he's offered
> to let me look over his (I promised not to drool). Anyway, anyone
> knowing
> of a KR2 or KR2S for sale let me know. I'd prefer a TD with fixed gear
> but
> will consider retracts too. I love the conventional gear; I had a
> Dragonfly
> until Hugo the terrible hurricane broker her up and everything else at
> the
> airport.
>
> I can even get the seller recognition of public access TV in Charlotte
> on my small-time TV show as part of a deal.  
>
> Benjamin F. Copeland IV
> 704-541-0324 (home)
> 704-222-9213 (cell)
> just2...@together.net
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KR> N886MJ FOR SALE

[Benjamin Copeland]

Since I'm an owner-wanabe and lust after models like 886MJ, I'm not laughing 
tonight.
Now I can't go online looking "KR2 for sale".  

However, since the 50K didn't have a dollar sign, how about "k miles" such 
as those
on my '66 chevy truck. Its got 50k (times 4) so I'll trade and you can keep 
the change.


Benjamin F. Copeland IV
704-541-0324 (home)
704-222-9213 (cell)
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- Original Message - 
From: "el miller" 
To: "KRnet" 
Sent: Saturday, April 01, 2006 7:24 PM
Subject: Re: KR> N886MJ FOR SALE


> Mark Jones wrote:
>> With much regret and many sleepless nights lately trying to decide if I 
>> want to continue in the experimental aircraft endeavor or not, I have 
>> made the decision to depart company with N886MJ. All information on 
>> N886MJ may be viewed at www.flykr2s.com . I have put much blood, sweat 
>> and tears into this wonderful airplane but simply do not have the drive 
>> to continue to do so. I have made some of the best friends during this 
>> venture a person could possibly ask for and hope these friendships will 
>> last. Without going into a long drawn out explanation about why I am 
>> doing this. Simply put, the first 50K takes the plane. Have a nice day!
>>
>> Mark Jones (N886MJ)
>> Wales, WI  USA
>> E-mail me at flyk...@wi.rr.com
>> Visit my NEW
>> KR-2S CorvAIRCRAFT web site at www.flykr2s.com
>>
>>
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>>
>  I've been wondering who's doing our April 1st post, since Mark L. is in
> germany... :)
>
> good one.
>
>
> Elva Miller
> kr-2s,corvair
> Calhan, CO
>
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KR> Jim Hill's "KR2S" for sale

[Benjamin Copeland]

Did Jim sell his KR2S?

Ben

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