KR> KR2S gross weight question
I've been researching this for a little while but am not finding any real info. What are KR2S builders using as their gross weight? I'm looking at tri-gear and Corvair engine. Thanks Gary Wold Pilotgary at charter.net
KR> Fuselage sides vertical?
KR> Preparing for KR2S build - again
Thanks for all of the input to my question regarding KR2S modifications. I am, however, a little confused (doesn't take much) about adding length to the KR2S plans fuselage and could use help with some clarity. Joe Horton said: ?I am flying my first KR2S and it is longer than a KR2 and mine is 1 1/2" longer than the KR2S plans? Larry Flesner said: "Starting over I'd go with the standard KR2S length..., and the two inches forward of the spar" Robert Pesak said: "I added 3 inches forward of my main spar and 14 inches aft of the main spar, and it flies just fine with a 0200 continental." Wayne DeLisle said: " the KR2S already has an extra 2" added in the cowl area. No need to add more." Mark Jones said: " is exactly the way my KR2S is built. Two inches forward of spar." >From Mark Langford's KR2S fuselage website: ?What would I do differently >given the opportunity? I'd probably use all of the 14 feet of longeron >material that Wicks Aircraft sent me, by adding 2.75" to each of the seven >bays AFT of the aft spars, yielding a plane 19.25" longer. Another option is >to add another bay back there, with the same dimensions as the others.? I realize this is not an exact science but from the 'average' of this experienced input, it sounds like the better way to go would be to add another 2? forward of the main spar and leave the aft portion per the KR2S plans. This, with using a Corvair engine, tricycle gear, and the ?stock? horiz stab length (with new airfoil) would work out okay. Am I missing something? Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout "When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." - Leonardo da Vinci
KR> Preparing for KR2S build - again
I'm near La Crosse, WI Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout "When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." - Leonardo da Vinci -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of PatS via KRnet Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2016 11:00 PM To: KRnet Cc: PatS Subject: Re: KR> Preparing for KR2S build - again Gary where are you located? PatS Seminary, MS ___ 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> Preparing for KR2S build - again
I'm planning to build with tricycle gear. I'll probably hear some comments about this but taildragger flying makes me nervous. All my flying has been in tricycle gear planes. Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout "When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." - Leonardo da Vinci -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Larry Flesner via KRnet Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 6:23 PM To: KRnet Cc: Larry Flesner Subject: Re: KR> Preparing for KR2S build - again I would also go with longer then the Diehl 24 inch gear legs. Mine are 30 inch ( https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/32133949/002.jpg ) but 28 inch would probably work well on a stock KR2S. You'll have to make your own as the 30 inch legs are probably not available for purchase. Jeff Scott and I have the only two sets that Dan Diehl ever sold. I'd also go with my Aviation Products lightweight single fork tailwheel assembly modified to accept the 6 inch Matco wheel and pneumatic tire. The noise level over a solid wheel is night and day. Larry Flesner ___ 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> Preparing for KR2S build - again
I feel like I am almost starting over with the KR2S. With the end of my caregiving responsibilities, I now have some time to get into the build. Just started going back through the information on the KR website and the plans to reacquaint myself with the wealth of information. While I am doing this, I want to send for an updated quote for the spruce and plywood with the idea of getting it ordered by the end of the month. I could, however, use some help with the recommended/suggested modifications before ordering material. Following is what I am currently planning: - Add 4" to fuselage width - Move widest point to the shoulder area - Lengthen the fuselage adding an additional bay per Mark's suggestion - Use the stock horizontal stab (per comments at OSH2015 forum) - Increase the vertical stab height - 4" maybe - Use the newer airfoil - wing and stab - Front hinge canopy - Belly board - Wing tanks (only) Anything else you would suggest? Itching to get started. Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout "When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." - Leonardo da Vinci
KR> kR2S model
I'll add a twisthow about a 'desk' model or one for self-assembly? I'd like to have one to look at and, hence, dream about. Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout -Original Message- From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Paul VISK via KRnet Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 6:05 PM To: KRnet Cc: Paul VISK Subject: Re: KR> kR2S model I think seeing one of these models on a 3d printer would be pretty cool Paul ViskBelleville Il618-406-4705 Original message From: Global Solutions via KRnet Date: 10/14/2015 5:57 PM (GMT-06:00) To: KRnet Cc: Global Solutions Subject: Re: KR> kR2S model 3d model as in 3d cad file such as but not limited to solid works, inventor,solid edge etc hens the reason I said 3d :) Thanks Stan On 2015-10-14 6:31 PM, mfreeman2--- via KRnet wrote: > What kind of model? Computer, wood, AC3D or what? > I have one for X-Plane flight sim and I have one on my desk. > > Global Solutions via KRnet wrote: >> Does anyone on the list have a 3d model of the Kr2S or the kr2 or the Kr1? >> Thanks >> Stan >> >> >> ___ >> 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 ___ 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> KR2S model for flight simulation
Anyone know if there is a decent KR2S model available for either the Flight Simulator or X-Plane simulator programs? I found one for X-Plane but the comments I saw indicated it has a prop strike when brakes are applied (couple years old though). I have an old version of MS Flight Sim that I want to upgrade but would prefer an application for which there is a decent KR2S. Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout
KR> Build space for KR2S
How much space is needed to build the KR2S? I realize more is always better but I find I am faced with limited space in the garage for the time being. I mocked up a 4'x14' work table which makes things a little tight but factoring in space for back-bench and tools, it's going to get quite tight. Someone mentioned that a 4'x12' table would suffice but I figure I still need to have the additional 2' space for the longerons to hang over. Any KR2S experience and wisdom would be appreciated. In particular, what would be the minimum recommended space for, the fuselage build, and then for the fuselage/wing center-section build? Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Scout
KR> Plywood orientation
I am putting my KR2S spruce and plywood list together in order to get a quote from Wicks. Looking at the plywood on their website, I see that there are mahogany plywood orientations (angle) of 45 degree and 90 degree. The plans are not clear as to which to use and I did not find anything in the archive. Also, any suggestion as to the amount of T-88 I should order? Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Boy Scout
KR> Joe Horton please contact me
Joe Horton, please contact me off list (pilotgary at charter.net). I have a simple request regarding your plane. Thanks Gary Wold EAA Lifetime member Eagle Boy Scout
KR> In support of Steve and NVAero
I agree that it is time to put this thread to bed but I am hoping the moderator will grant me one more comment on the subject. I can no longer just sit on my thumbs here. In support to of Steve, I need to share my recent experience. First, I am one of those people who have been waiting for plans (ordered Aug 6) and I am embarrassed to say that I 'jumped' Steve via e-mail a week after ordering. Having had some personal pressures the past few months that put my stress level sky high inappropriately added fuel to the situation but were in no way any fault of Steve's. Since that time I have apologized multiple times and I am very thankful Steve did not choose to not do business with me. If the roles were reversed I'm not so sure I would have been that kind. Guys, I really believe that if anyone having a concern with an order were to contact Steve directly they would quickly find as I did that he is a stand-up guy. From Steve and Mark Langford I learned the back story of what Steve must and is going through to get plans and parts out. How it is he continues to do this business I do not know but I can tell you that a lesser person would have thrown in the towel a long time ago. While I am not sure that it is my place to share the details, I can tell you that I would never have imagined it. I think all of us should be thankful we have a person willing to serve the KR community as Steve does. Let's give the poor guy some slack already! I'm sure we will all receive our orders when Steve is able to get them out but let's not drive him over the edge in the meantime. Thanks Gary Wold
KR> KR2 to KR2S conversion?
I'm a new member to the KR list. I was building a Cozy Mk 4 but recently decided my new retirement budget could not support such a project so selling the materials this week. Very difficult decision. I've followed the KR2 since 1980 and decided to build the KR2S after Mark's EAA webinar and the forum at Oshkosh. Along this line, I have a question for the group..I have a set of KR2 plans from 1981 and am wondering if it is possible - or even reasonable - to modify these plans to a KR2S? I searched the archive for any related information but got no hits so if this has previously been discussed, I apologize for the question but would appreciate suggestions as to where I might find the info. Thanks Gary Wold
