KR> COVAIR ENINGE FOR SALE
Corvair Engine for sale Completely rebuilt and partially assembled; all new or rebuilt parts. Includes: reground crankshaft, new OT10 camshaft and cam gear, new valve lifters, new rocker arms, rebored cylinders (.060 over) with pistons and rings (already assembled), new rod bearings, heads rebuild by Falcon Machine with new valves , valve guides and springs, deep sump oil pan, high volume oil pump, Fly Corvair gold oil filter adapter, 5th bearing, Gold prop hub, flexplate and starter, dual point distributer, cylinder baffles and springs, reconditioned valve covers with oil spout and breather tube, dipstick and tube, rebuilt vibration damper pulley, 12 plate oil cooler, complete gasket kit and stainless steel hardware. HERE ARE SOME PICTURES I am selling the engine with a Super2 motor mount and nose gear assembly (nose gear mount is welded to the motor mount). Asking price is $4,000. If you're interested, call me (612-590-1414) or email me at davesmccau...@comcast.net. ___ 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> CORVAIR ENGINE FOR SALE
CORVAIR ENGINE FOR SALE Rebuilt short block by Roy Sazrafinski: . Reground crank 10/10 . New OT10 cam and gear . New main bearings installed . Roy's 5th bearing . New rod bearings (.010 undersized) included Deep-sump oil pan from Fly Corvair with new oil pickup tube Cylinders, Pistons and rods from Fly Corvair Bored .060 oversize. Removed from WW's engine after less than 20 hrs. when he installed an all-new .100 cylinder and piston assembly. Rebuilt dual point distributer from Fly Corvair Gold oil filter housing from Fly Covair New valve covers with oil filler spout and crank case breather tube Cylinder baffles with spring clips Rebuilt heads by Falcon Machine. New valves, valve guides, dual springs, Sparkplug holes re-threaded. Gasket face re-machined and welded intake tubes. New hydraulic lifters New rocker arms and balls Pushrods, pushrod tubes and Viton O-rings High volume oil pump Dipstick and dipstick tube Exhaust manifold clamps Remanufactured vibration damper pulley with washer and bolt Gold prop hub from Fly Corvair Starter and flex plate with mounting hardware Complete engine gasket kit Various stainless steel bolts, nuts and washers grouped by assembly. The engine does not include Intake manifold, exhaust manifolds, Carburetor, generator and spark plug wires. Asking $4,000, if you pick up. If I have to ship, buyer pays cost of crating and shipping. Located in Minneapolis, MN. Phone 612-590-1414 email davesmccau...@comcast.net ___ 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> Blying book review
If you're interested in aviation, if you enjoy reading about piloting exploits, if you wish you could fly everywhere in the world; here's your chance! Buy and read "FERRY PILOT" by Kerry McCauley. The book covers Kerry's adventures as a ferry pilot in the 1990s. During those years, Kerry flew numerous solo crossings of the Atlantic into Europe, Asia and Africa. On many those trips he experienced a variety of hair-raising incidents and several funny ones as well. McCauley is a professional skydiver with over 20,000 jumps and a commercial pilot with over 9,000 hours. He starred in the TV series "Dangerous Flights. Kerry owns and operates "Skydive Twin Cities" in Baldwin, Wisconsin. FERRY PILOT is available from Amazon as either a Kindle ebook or as a paperback. Dave McCauley, proud father ___ 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> KRSuper 2S
There are a few builders still active. I'm one of them. The designer, Scott Watts, is absent and slows progress quite a bitas there are my design gaps. I've finished construction and am now in the "hook-up" phase. I'd like to get the beast ready by fall. We'll see how that goes. Dave McCauley ___ 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> Nason oil pressure switch
Larry, What I want to be "automatic" is to have my electric fuel pump shut off if I'm disabled due to a crash. If the fuel system is compromised the chances of being roasted to death increase greatly. If I'm flying and the engine stops, I'll switch to the backup fuel pump and distributor points, both are wired to a single double pole switch (run off the backup battery). Then I'll go through my emergency check list. I know that the more pieces you add, the greater the chance for a failure but having the fuel pump shut off when there is no oil pressure means bad things have happened or bad things are going to happen. -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Flesner via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, July 16, 2019 4:49 PM To: krnet@list.krnet.org Cc: Flesner Subject: Re: KR> Nason oil pressure switch > I'm installing a Facet electric fuel pump and want to use a Nason pressure > switch to shut the fuel off if oil pressure drops to near zero. > Dave McCauley + >I was going to respond in much the same manner as Mark. He has much >more experience with in flight emergencies than I do so I'll just ditto >his remarks ___ 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> Nason oil pressure switch - more info
Mark, Thanks for the valuable info. My setup uses two facet rumps in series. One pump is a boost pump that I'll use on startup and then when the oil pressure come up, I'll switch to the pump with the cutoff switch. If for any reason - low oil pressure or pump failure, I can switch to the boost pump for backup. I'll also have a backup battery. -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Mark Langford via KRnet Sent: Tuesday, July 16, 2019 12:37 PM To: KRnet Cc: m...@n56ml.com Subject: Re: KR> Nason oil pressure switch Dave McCauley wrote: > I'm installing a Facet electric fuel pump and want to use a Nason pressure > switch to shut the fuel off if oil pressure drops to near zero. I Need to > know the part number of the Nason switch. You didn't ask for my opinion, but I caution you not do this. I say that because I've flown something like 20 miles with zero oil pressure on the meter. I made it back to the airport, but admittedly the prop would barely turn after I pulled onto the apron at the hangar. Replacing the crank and main bearings made it good as new. If I'd had that switch in place, I'd have gone down in what passes for mountains around here, completely wooded, and there probably would have still been a fire. Yes, you can put a bypass around the Nason switch as mitigation, but will you remember that it's there in the "heat of the moment"? I probably wouldn't. I've had several deadstick landings, and not once did I remember to shut the fuel off at the tank. Yep, probably should have read the checklist, but I didn't think to read that eitherI was too consumed with getting my butt back on the ground in one piece! Really, if your oil pressure goes to zero, you should have a big red flashing light in front of you to tell you (or say below 15 psi), and at that point, can't you just switch off the pump in the regular way? If you're going to shut off the fuel, you're clearly done flying, so why not? If I were going to do something like this fuel pump shutoff, I'd use the fuel shutoff relay that was used on Rabbits/Golfs in the 70's and 80's, and is likely still used in Golfs and other VWs today. I own several VWs and Audis now, and I've never heard of one failing while driving. Designed to minimize the fire during a car crash, it kills the fuel pump when the tach signal is lost, taking the 70 psi fuel spray out of the equation. I actually toyed with doing this, and got a relay, but never completely warmed up to the idea. There's more on this, including a part number, at http://www.n56ml.com/fuel/index.html , including a schematic, near the bottom. If done as VW does it, operating the starter provides power back to the fuel pump, as long as the key is in the "start" position. So far I've lived without it, as I have a completely redundant fuel pump / ignition power circuit in both KRs. This is detailed on both the electrical system page and the fuel system page, at http://www.n56ml.com/electrical/index.html. I'm still not recommending this "fuel pump relay" either, as it's just another potential failure point that I can live without. Just my two cents worth, and I don't mean to rain on your paradejust though I'd share my opinion Mark Langford, Huntsville, AL ML "at" N56ML.com www.N56ML.com ___ 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> Nason oil pressure switch
I'm installing a Facet electric fuel pump and want to use a Nason pressure switch to shut the fuel off if oil pressure drops to near zero. I Need to know the part number of the Nason switch. Dave McCauley ___ 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> TALOS AEOLOS SENSE 3C EFIS SENSOR BOX
Is anybody using this device with a tablet for EFIS display? Dave McCauley ___ 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> Rounded fuselage corners - KR Super-2
I've continued to work on my KR Super 2 and am quite a long ways down the road. One of these days I'll update my web site when I get the time. Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-boun...@list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Mark Langford via KRnet Sent: Wednesday, November 8, 2017 12:55 PM To: KRnet Cc: m...@n56ml.com Subject: Re: KR> Rounded fuselage corners - KR Super-2 See http://www.krsuper2.com/history.html and associated site links from there. I'm not recommending that anybody jump off this cliff, but the line drawing on this page shows the basic construction technique of the fuselage, pioneered by Dr. Dean (and his famous vegetable steamer for bending the curved members). A lot of the" wisdom" on this page looks very familiar for some reason Mark Langford, Harvest, AL ML "at" N56ML.com www.N56ML.com ___ 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> Stub wing leading edge stall strip
>Has anyone added a stall strip to the leading edge of the stub wing like on the Grumman Yankee? Stall strips are usually added to ensure that the inboard portion of the wing stall first - before the outboard portion. With the ailerons on the outboard portion of the wing are stalled, there is no longitudinal control and no way to prevent rolling. The KR2 and other modern designs have washout build into the wings which obviates the need for stall strips. Dave McCauley ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. 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 http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. 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> wing tank building material - vinyl ester
Vinyl Ester resin is also used in marine applications. With a little looking around you may find a supplier in Florida close to you with no shipping needed. -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of bjoenunley via KRnet Sent: Monday, November 14, 2016 11:21 AM To: KRnet Cc: bjoenunley Subject: Re: KR> wing tank building material - vinyl ester ?If you get nothing else out of this thread, it ?should be that you shouldn't build fuel tanks out of epoxy, now ?that we have vinyl ester. Mark L My new favorite combination is vynal Ester and carbon fiber. I now prefer the vynal Ester to working with epoxy. My main problem of working with it is the shelf life. If I could get vynal Ester locally instead of paying huge delivery charges to have it shipped from Peachtree Georgia, I would use it exclusively. Joe Nunley CW2 US Army RetiredBaker JROTC Instructor Baker Florida ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. 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-leave at list.krnet.org
KR> O'brien brakes?
I have a pair of O'brien wheels and axels so I'm probably going to use their brakes. Down side is 1,200 lb max gross. So, I'd like feedback as well. Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Mark Langford via KRnet Sent: Saturday, August 27, 2016 12:25 PM To: KRnet Cc: Mark Langford Subject: KR> O'brien brakes? Thanks, -- Mark Langford ML at N56ML.com http://www.n56ml.com
KR> status of kr super 2
I've been building for 4 years and am still at it. Getting closer and closer. Mark is partially correct as Scott Watts hasn't posted much about his final assembly. I'll have the wing attached to the fuselage shortly and will begin attaching the controls. I hope to have my Corvair engine installed this fall and then its build the cowl and canopy. We'll see how it goes! Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Mark Langford via KRnet Subject: Re: KR> status of kr super 2 http://www.n56ml.com ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> parachute
I suggest you search out a skydiving drop zone near you. The staff there will be glad to give you expert knowledge, let you try on chutes and even give you instructions on how to get out, get stable and land. You may event want to try a tandem jump just to get the feeling. Dave McCauley
KR> Nose gear bracket for corvair powered KR
I am building a tri-gear Corvair powered KR-Super2 which uses the same nose wheel setup as the KR. I have a nose gear assembly from a VW powered KR but the bracket is braced directly to the motor mount. I don't think this works for me. Does anyone with a Corvair powered tri-gear KR2 or KR2S have a picture of their nose gear mount that I can use as a reference? Can you send it to me at <mailto:davesmccauley at comcast.net> davesmccauley at comcast.net The address of a website with a picture would work as well. Thanks, Dave McCauley
KR> aileron controls
Just to clarify, when the aileron moves downward, lift is increased and the wing is deflected upwards. The increased lift of the wing, increases drag on that wing which produces adverse yaw. So to counter this, aileron controls can be designed to increase the deflection on the downward moving wing aileron more than the upward moving wing - the up-moving aileron goes up 30? while to down moving aileron travels down 20?. See page 134 of Tony Bingelis "The Sport Plane Builder" titled What to do About Adverse Yaw. Dave McCauley
KR> WTB: KR-2S plans
I have a set of plans that I no longer need. Contact me at davesmccauley at comcast.net Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Dave Anderson via KRnet Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 10:08 AM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Subject: KR> WTB: KR-2S plans If you have a set you'd be willing to part with, please let me know. Dave Anderson ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> Radio call type designator
Typically I hear "experimental one two three kilo bravo" or something like that. Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Rayner, Todd M. via KRnet Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2014 8:51 AM To: KRnet at list.krnet.org Subject: KR> Radio call type designator Maybe a silly question but what do you use as a type designator when calling ATC in your KR2? Experimental? KR? Todd ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> Test of name change
I sure like the idea of including yout e-mail address as part of your name. I am frustrated by all the replies I get from list members who are replying to only a single individual. Knowing someone's e-mail address means you can direct your reply and reduce the unwanted clutter in my mailbox! Dave McCauley
KR> KR-Super2
I've been building on one for 4 years. Making good progress. I think Scott Watts is getting close. I'm probably in the 2015 summer for first lfight. Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Greg Gibson Sent: Monday, March 24, 2014 10:37 AM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Subject: Re: KR> KR-Super2 According to the literature there is no real weight savings (well, at least if using glass--would likely have significant weight savings from your hip pocket area with CF), but the structure is slighty larger and offers more stiffness. It is a pretty design, and very interesting, but I'm a little concerned that as far as I can tell, there has not been even a single completion here, 5 years on. Am I right about that? Greg Gibson On 3/24/14, 10:17 AM, Marty Martin wrote: > If the super is all composition and very little wood. Which is lighter. > And is it Fiber Glass or Carbon Fiber? > > Greg > > > On Mon, Mar 24, 2014 at 8:03 AM, Adam Tippin wrote: > >> KR Super is all composition. Little to no wood used. >> On Mar 24, 2014 2:57 AM, "Neville Sutton" wrote: >> >>> Whats he difference between KR2s and the KRSuper2 >>> >>> ___ >>> Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. >>> To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to >>> KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at >>> http://www.krnet.org/info.html see >>> http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to >> change >>> options >>> >> ___ >> Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. >> To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to >> KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at >> http://www.krnet.org/info.html see >> http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change >> options >> > > > ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> Carbon Fiber and Metal
Sid Wood wrote: Metal corrosion is often the result of galvanic activity between dissimilar metals. Carbon Fiber conducts electricity and acts like a metal. When carbon fiber and metal are in contact, galvanic action will cause the metal to corrode. Stainless steel is resistant to corrosion but not totally. Why take a chance - separate metal from carbon fiber - use a layer of fiberglass. Dave McCauley > > With carbon fiber it is important to isolate it from any metal with a > layer of fiberglass or something. > > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of jon > kimmel > ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://tugantek.com/archmailv2-kr/search. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to KRnet-leave at list.krnet.org please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options
KR> Post curing wings
It can be done with a few simple tools and some ingenuity. You'll need some 4x8 construction foam panels (the 1" pink stuff works well), a couple of heat guns and an oven thermometer. Build a box of the foam panels big enough to hold a wing section, suspend the wing section from the top and place a heat gun at each of the box (pointing well away from the wing section). I suspended each heat gun on a wire at the ends of the box with the nozzle pointing toward the middle of the box. I put the thermometer pickup in the middle, just below the bottom surface of the wing. With the foam box closed up, it took about 10 minutes for the temperature to register 150 degrees. I wanted to cure the wing at that temperature for at least an hour. If the temperature got over 150, I opened the end of the box to let in a little cool air. I seemed to work well. You can go on the KRSuper2 web site and look in section 5 of the manual to see some pictures of how Scott Watts did his wing. Dave McCauley
KR> What are you buiding???
What are you building? I'm building a KRSUPER2. This is an all composite redesign based on the KR2S. It's a Corvair powered, two place, tricycle gear, slightly larger plane. What did you accomplish with it during 2012? The major construction of the fuselage is done along with the tail feathers. This year I built the wing structure and skinned the bottom. As I live in Minnesota and don't have a heated garage, finishing on the wing will wait for Spring. Over the winter I'll build the canopy and turtle deck in my basement (They're small enough to go upstairs and outside. What do you hope to accomplish with it during 2013? I was hoping to finish building by fall but there are just too many tasks and not enough time so I'm hoping for spring 2014. Meanwhile, I'll construct the landing gear, ailerons, flaps, flight controls and motor mount. Dave McCauley
KR> Aero Core
If you want to learn more about this Balsa Wood material, go to www.balsacore.com They produce 48' flexible panels of end grain balsa wood backed by a fiber mat. Used in an AC application, I'd guess it would have to be sandwiched between layers of fiberglass just like last-a-foam. I don't know how expensive it is and wonder how much it weighs compared to last-a-foam which is 4 lbs per cubic foot (a 4x8 sheet of last-a-foam weighs 4 lbs). Dave McCauley
KR> KR Spruce kit & Plywood kit
I am a member of EAA Chapter 237 in Blaine, Minnesota. Recently, the estate of one of our past members donated the residue of several projects to our chapter. We have what appears to be a complete spruce kit and plywood kit for a KR-2. The material is still in its original shipping crates . I opened the crates and everything appears to be in excellent condition. Our Chapter is interested in selling this material. If anyone is interested, contact me and I will do a complete inventory of all the pieces. The ACS price for a spruce kit is $1,050, Wick's price is $1,400 for the spruce and $650 for the plywood. Let me know if you're interested. The material will have to be shipped by truck - crate is 12 feet long and plwood crate if about 5 ft by 5ft. Dave Mccauley davesmccau...@comcast.net
KR> Starduster Plans
I have a new set of Starduster plans (2 place rag & tube biplane). Since I've started building a KR, I no long need those plans. If you know of anyone looking for a set, I'm willing to sell mine at a reasonable price (ACS gets $250). Dave McCauley
KR> Radio License Requirement
Sid Wood wrote:
KR> steel and aluminum protection--suggestions?
To protect aluminum, try Alodine, a surface treatment that provides a layer of corrosion resistance. You just paint it on. Paint will bond to it. If you're willing to do a little chemistry and have a 12 volt battery charger, try anodizing your aluminum parts. The advantage of this process is it's cheap - only thing you buy is battery acid and some aluminum wire. You can also dye your finished parts any color you like. Down side is that working with acid is troublesome and messy. Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Craig Williams Sent: Sunday, December 25, 2011 6:03 PM To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> steel and aluminum protection--suggestions? Powder coat can be cheap if done yourself. Here is my system: http://www.kr2seafury.com/2.html www.harborfreight.com/ has all you need but the oven OR I use the Craftsman gun...Ebay Item number:320695170539 Some folks believe it covers to good and flaws in welds will not appear if powder coated but I think the hard shell finish will crack if your welds crack so I powder coated my gear. MERRY CHRISTMAS Craig www.kr2seafury.com Corvair 2780 From: "bdazzca...@aol.com" To: kr...@mylist.net Sent: Sunday, December 25, 2011 5:25 PM Subject: Re: KR> steel and aluminum protection--suggestions? its kinda the expensive route but I plan on powder coating mine. David Swanson Tucson AZ In a message dated 12/25/2011 3:38:52 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, jersi...@gmail.com writes: > Hello all, and Merry Christmas-- I just received my wing attach fittings from the shop and am wondering if any of you have specific recommendations for protecting 4130 steel--specific types of paint or protective coatings that you particularly like and trust. I'd also appreciate any specific suggestions for aluminum protection. >From Sonex builders' sites I seem to remember there's a zinc chromate (?) spray that people use. What do you think is best? Thanks for any suggestions... Seth ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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> KR2 spars
Greg, I'm building a KR Super2 which is an all composite derivative of the KR2S. The main spar has a core of 1/2 inch last-a-foam sandwiched with multiple layers of fiberglass and has spar caps of carbon-fiber rod. The construction is complicated and goes very slowly. It is strong but only 1 inch thick so replacing the wood KR2S box structure wouldn't be easy and mounting the landing gear would also require much work. So, I believe you'd be much better off building the spar per KR2 plans. If you like to learn more about building the KR Super2 go to www.krsuper2.com Dave McCauley -Original Message- From: krnet-bounces+davesmccauley=comcast@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-bounces+davesmccauley=comcast@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Gregory Moss Sent: Friday, November 11, 2011 7:00 AM To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> KR2 spars Has anyone designed composite spars to replace the wooden style spars used in the KR series? Maintaining the same design idea, outboard spars connecting to main spar with the WAF's, but using the modern composite materials. ___ 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> Jet Hot Coating / cabin heat
>I've heard that KR drivers in Minnesota fly in their underwear when the temp gets up to 50 degrees. :-) >I fly my KR with temps in the 20's F with no cabin heat. After 6 years and 420 hours, I'm planning to add heat with my new four pipe exhaust. >Larry Flesner What makes you think Minnesotans wear underwear when they fly in the winter! Dave McCauley Coon Rapids, MN ___ 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> Deck Cloth over Caarbon Fiber
Ok guys, My Rudder and Elevators are fabed from 2lb polyurethane foam and covered with Carbon fiber. I've seen reference to the possibility of puncture damage to CF because it's so ridged. I'm wondering if there is any advantage to using deck cloth as a protective layer? I know it will add some weight but wonder if it's worth it. Your thoughts and experience. Dave McCauley KR Super2
KR> primer coat on composite
I'm building a KRSuper2 and have the fuselage upside down for what is likely the last time. Before I flip it back over, I'd like to prime and sand the bottom. I've read about Smooth Prime but it seems a little expensive for my budget. Anybody have any suggestions on a composite primer that goes on thick enough to help smooth the glass surface? I can hardly wait to start sanding. Dave McCauley
KR> advice
Travis wrote: >I want to use 5 oz carbon fiber mesh for the entire skin of >my kr2 project including the boat I'm not using plywood for that like the >plans call for I will put a layer on both sides will that be enough or do I >need to put 2 layers on both sides? and will 1 layer on the inside and 1 >layer on the out side enough for the wings? thank for any advice _ If you're interested in a composite alternative to the wood/composite KR2S, take a look at the Scott Watts KRSuper2 web site. There are several builders working on this all composite derivative (including me). It's probably more work than a 2S but wider & longer with a little more useful load. Dave McCauley 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> KRSuper2 Builder
Nice to see some interest in this machine. There are a hardy few of us following in Scott Watts footsteps and having fun figuring out how to build a brand new design. Remember, the reason were home builders is because we like the challenge of actually creating an airplane ourselves. Im having a blast and learning new techniques almost every day. I havent taken the time add up my spending so far but its been pretty modest. Foam, epoxy and fiberglass are pretty easy to work with, about on par with wood so it will take me about as long to build as a KR2S. I live in Minnesota (50º out right now) so I work in my garage during the warm months and do small stuff in my basement over the winter (Ive just finished moving downstairs). The main fuselage and horizontal stabilizer are done. I hope to have the wing ribs finished by spring and will build the main spar once I can get back in the garage. Look at Scotts web site to see more about the plane. Dave McCauley
KR> Oshkosh KR Forum video
I'll bring my video camera and a tripod and we'll see what happens. If everything goes ok, I'll put it on a DVD and let you know how to get a copy. Dave McCauley
KR> Oshkosh on Sunday
I'm not camping at AirVenture but will be arriving in the area on Sunday. Does anyone know if I can get access to the grounds? If I can, I'd like to lookup other early arrivals and chat. I'm building a KRSuper2 but am interested in all KRs. Dave McCauley
KR> Oshkosh
I'm going to a 1 day Corvair College in Madison of Sunday, July 26 and will be in Oshkosh for june one day - Monday, July 27. Will be at the 1PM KR forum, hoping to meet KR builders. I'm building a KRSuper2. Dave McCauley
