KR>Re: Bolt removal
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,, Its the vibrations you want to release the lock > compound loose. After that, someone may have a additional idea. > > Keith N2022D > >> On 7/1/2021 4:07 PM, mark jones wrote: >> I need to remove a bolt that is locked in place with high strength thread >> lock. Yea don't even ask >> The bolt will turn ever so slightly but that is it and I don't want to >> damage it. >> Any good bolt removal suggestions to release the thread lock? >> >> >> Mark Jones (N771MJ) >> Oldsmar, FL >> >> flyk...@gmail.com >> www.flykr2s.com >> >> -Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html >> -Change list delivery options at >> https://list.krnet.org/list/krnet.list.krnet.org/ Affinity List Info Board >> -Search recent KRnet Archives at >> https://list.krnet.org/empathy/list/krnet.list.krnet.org/ >> -Search John Bouyea's decades of archive at >> https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/ > > -Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > -Change list delivery options at > https://list.krnet.org/list/krnet.list.krnet.org/ Affinity List Info Board > -Search recent KRnet Archives at > https://list.krnet.org/empathy/list/krnet.list.krnet.org/ > -Search John Bouyea's decades of archive at > https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/ -Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html -Change list delivery options at https://list.krnet.org/list/krnet.list.krnet.org/ Affinity List Info Board -Search recent KRnet Archives at https://list.krnet.org/empathy/list/krnet.list.krnet.org/ -Search John Bouyea's decades of archive at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/
Re: KR> KR2 Project for sale
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's gone to a good home!! >> >> Bernie McLean >> Poplar Grove IL > > > > Bernie, > > If you're free to say, where did it go and who is the new owner? Inquiring > minds want to know. I remember seeing the airplane many years ago and it was > a nice looking KR. > > Larry Flesner > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. > Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. > see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change > options. > To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
Re: KR> My KR 2 Project Is for sale
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 > >> On Dec 9, 2020, at 7:33 AM, Joe via KRnet wrote: >> >> I have the same problemJoe. >> >> -From: "shafferj455js--- via >> KRnet" >> To: "KRnet" >> Cc: shafferj45...@twc.com >> Sent: Tuesday December 8 2020 10:42:27PM >> Subject: Re: KR> My KR 2 Project Is for sale >> >> I tried again, and it still tells me that " Document not found". >> >> -From: "jl.songbird--- via >> KRnet" >> To: krnet@list.krnet.org >> Cc: "jl.songb...@juno.com" >> Sent: Tuesday December 8 2020 9:06:22PM >> Subject: Re: KR> My KR 2 Project Is for sale >> >> John. I works for me. Click the link and then click Pictures and >> Videos. >> ___ >> Search the KRnet Archives at see >> >> Links: >> -- >> [1] /> Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at >> >> Links: >> -- >> [1] https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. >> https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. >> /> > [2] http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org >> http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org >> /> >> ___ >> Search the KRnet Archives at > [3] http://www.krnet.org/info.html. >> http://www.krnet.org/info.html. >> /> see > >> ___ >> Search the KRnet Archives at >> https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. >> Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. >> see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change >> options. >> To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org > > > ___ > Search the KRnet Archives at > https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. > Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. > see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change > options. > To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@list.krnet.org/. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@list.krnet.org
KR> Taxi test
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 felt that with me in the pilot's seat (150 lbs), some ground handling stability would result..WRONG!!! The good news.the primer worked perfectly.engine started on the third blade. The BAD news, I tried to taxi test the plane (no wings on yet and just a crude temporary panel and fuel tank). Everything was ok for about 50 feet, then after a 180 turn (brakes worked fine too!), the tail started coming up even though the stick was full back.couldn't react quickly enough to kill the engine and she went right up on her nose.good bye Sterba 54/54 prop! Some slight damage to the air cleaner which absorbed the weight not taken by the prop. Question.this is a standard Corvair rebuild with nitride crank, new cylinders, pistons, rod, bearings and heads reworked by Mark Petniunas. Do you think that a tear down is necessary? The engine was at idle and the prop shattered and, I assume, absorbed most of the sudden stoppage. Your comments are appreciated. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove, Illinois
KR> Supposed to be the day
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 (AeroCarb). It fired right up and ran sweetly. This may work for you too! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Dan Heath Sent: Sunday, September 04, 2011 8:56 PM To: 'KRnet'; 'Corvair engines for homebuilt aircraft' Subject: KR> Supposed to be the day Today was supposed to be the day that the Corvair came to life on the Black Bird. But it would not happen. I had a friend with me who really knows how to trouble shoot and he determined that we were getting a weak spark.
KR> FW: Dual Point distrbutor
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 connected to the points via a length of no. 16 wire or will this add too much resistance? I'm also looking for a source to purchase the DPDT switches used for selecting each ignition system. Thanks for any help you can provide! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove, IL
KR> Dual Point distrbutor
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 connected to the points via a length of no. 16 wire or will this add too much resistance? I'm also looking for a source to purchase the DPDT switches used for selecting each ignition system. Thanks for any help you can provide! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove, IL
KR> Firewall Covering
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: Sunday, July 24, 2011 3:25 PM To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> Firewall Covering Netters, What is the best method to cover the firewall plywood and make it fireproof? I was thinking I'd use sheet metal (about 22 gauge SS) But I do not know of a good adhesive. I was wondering if there are any other good ideas out there.. All inputs are welcome... Thanks, Chris Corbine ___ 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> wheel tracking
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. > Jim; Sounds like your main wheels are severely toed out. Try looking at Mark Langford's web site on this topic. He has some very astute comments and procedures there. I installed the Diehl gear while the boat was still upside down on the table and took extreme care to make sure that the gear leg ends were equidistant from the floor (gear brackets attached!) and that the axle bracket mounts were as parallel as possible. Even with all this, I had to add .015" shims at the rear of the axle brackets. This has resulted in a 2" toe-in over a distance of 12 feet. I'm hoping I can live with this but am prepared to adjust the shims if I get any handling anomalies or weird tire wear. I'm told that a slight toe in is acceptable. Hope this helps. Bernie McLean Poplr Grove IL KR 2
KR> Turff Landing
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 that'll fit the 5 x5.00 wheels (Matco) that I have on order (in case the 5 x 5.00 tires are too huge)? Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL
KR> Fly in coordinates
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 need to refuel. Have a great time you guys.
KR> Procedure to cover glass cloth on foam.
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 glassing procedure on foam. > > Follow the procedure as I understanding. > > 1. Sending the foam. > 2. Cover/squeegee over the foam with slurry (Micro + epoxy) > 3. Cover the wet slurry with glass cloth. > 4. Cover over the glass cloth with pure epoxy and squeegee off any > excess epoxy. > 5. Wait two day, when all the slurry/epoxy is dry. > 6. Sending the surface area. > 7. Use macro slurry to fill in unsmooth area. > *8 keep the micro off the wood spars this requires pure epoxy
KR> T-88 TIP For the lazy or the weak wristed
Try warming both bottles in warm water for 10 minutes. They flow much better when warm. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL
KR> Wood reservation
Try; Aircraft Spruce & Specialty or Wicks Aircraft Supply
KR> A Big Milestone
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" before adjustment to equality. It actually looks like an airplane!!! Please excuse the euphoria, this is a really big deal for me after a 15 year hiatus from building. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL
KR> Fw: banquet
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
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
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
Won't you be lonely in Red Oak?
KR> Rotax
My guess is that the cost of the Rotax may be a big reason they are not popular in Krsjust my opinion. I'm currently looking at the various engine options for my KR project and am leaning towards the VW conversions or a Corvair conversion. I'm going to pick lots of brains at the Gathering to see which way is best. See you there! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove Illinois
KR> Mosler VW Conversions
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 Mooney, not KRmine's a ways from completion at this time). Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL
KR> KR inspections
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 and wait for the "shoes to drop" See you at Mount Vernon. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL
KR> Getting Closer
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 seeing lots of KRs and picking lots of brains! Bernie and Carla McLean
KR> Time to decide
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 outer ribs, so I used the only full size template I had). When positioned on the fuselage sides over the spar holes, the chord lines on the ribs show exactly 3.5 degrees positive incidence (as called for by the construction manual). Now I am torn between following the manual or using something less than 3.5 degrees to yield a more "normal" in-flight nose up/down attitude. Then I ask myself, "If I use less than 3.5 degrees at the fuselage, what happens to the normal wing tip washout of +.5 degrees...does it become negative? stay the same or what?" I don't want to make a decision to use less than 3.5*, epoxy the spars into position, and discover that it won't work. I thought about waiting until I could speak to builders at Mount Vernon but am ready now to set the spars. Any opinions and other ideas would be appreciated. Also, does anyone know of an EAA tech counselor in Northern Illinois? I couldn't find one on the EAA registry. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove IL
KR> Time to decide
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 closed them up. They have been plastic wrapped for the past 18 years and still look fine and fit the fuselage cut-outs perfectly (and yield a perfect 3.5* incidence). It looks like I can't go too far wrong if I follow the manual and use 3.5* washing out to .5* at the tips. Thanks for the input. See you all at Mount Vernon. Bernie McLean
KR> Wing incidence with RAF-48?
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 hiatus! I attended the 2003 Red Oak Gathering and was re-energized to get busy and (after retirement) have done so. I bought the KR 2S plans supplement and have resumed building using the parts I completed earlier. I am close to completion of the "boat" (belly is skinned, spar holes are cut, top cross members installed etc.). I have incorporated what I was able to from the -2S plans (firewall dimensions, top engine rails, main spar gussets etc. and am close to permanent installation of the center spars. Since built the spars to the original -2 dimensions, I assume I should not use any of the -2S wing dimensions and have decided to use the -2 plans and instructions. Now I'm wondering if I should use 3.5 degrees incidence as per the -2 plans or something less as suggested by Mark. What would be the effect on pitch stability (if any) of using less than 3.5 degrees? I don't like the idea of a nose-down attitude in flight if it can be avoided but am hesitant to divert from the plans in this area. I have also decided to discard the retractable gear components I purchased with the original plans (unless someone is interested in buying them...make me an offer) in favor of the fixed gear tail dragger version. I'm about 20% done with about 90% remaining ;-) . I would appreciate any builder comments from the list. Incidentally, we plan to attend the gathering at Mount Vernon in September and will pick brains then too!. Thanks. Bernie McLean Poplar Grove Illinois
KR> Video
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
Thanks! That worked. Nice videos of a very nice KR. I hope mine turns out as well! Bernie McLean
KR>Question for the group
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) shows a belly cross member at station "E" only. * I looked at Mark Langford's web site and it looks like he installed 1 cross member is located at station "E" only. I was wondering what the downside would be to installing a belly cross member at BOTH "D" and "E". Mark's fuselage looks so good I should probably stick with station "E" only...any ideas or comments? Thanks for your help...I'm really getting energized after a 15 year hiatus from this projectI'm assuming all the spruce I bought in 1986 is still safe to use. I'd sure hate to buy all that wood again! Bernie McLean
KR>Question for the group
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
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
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 belly cross members (especially at station C) , I'm going to have a huge pile of tooth picks on my hands! Does it make sense to dampen the fuselage sides to make them more pliable (they're 15 years old and have been carefully wrapped and kept in a fairly humid basement for the past 15 years), or should I just bite the bullet and follow the plans to the letter and hope for no explosions? I'm going to use T-88 epoxy for the balance of the project. I'd appreciate any input the list can provide. Happy Holidays from Poplar Grove IL Bernie McLean
KR>I'm resuming construction on my KR2
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 complete all the wing spars and fuselage sides plus the horizontal stab and, 17 years later, am ready to begin assembly of the "boat". My questions are; 1.Should I use T-88 glue or is one of the more expensive products listed by Wicks or A.S.&S. a better way to go? 2.My kit is the retractable gear version. At the KR gathering this year I talked with many folks who suggested going with the fixed gear instead (which I have decided to do). Now, what do I need to do before boat assembly to prepare for the fixedtail dragger version? 3.Does someone sell the fixed gear components together with plan modifications? Thanks for any ideas you can provide! Bernie McLean Poplar Grove Airport Illinois
