KR> Re: Removable Turtle Deck
Hi all KRnetter, Sorry for the private message sent worldwide, instead of to Dene only. I made the standard error of replying to somebody's message, without changing the ADDRESS from KRnet to his. Anyway, shortly after this error, 2 guys unknown to me, staying not far from me (well, relatively close - 65 and 300kms) phoned me and we had very interesting discussions. So - thanks to the Net, and sorry guys. Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 _ From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of JC Marais Sent: 16 May 2011 12:38 To: 'Dene Collett'; 'KRnet' Subject: RE: KR> Re: Removable Turtle Deck Goeie dag Dene, Ek bly in Centurion, en is ook maar aan die bou - maar selfs die slakke vorder soms vinniger. Het jy enigsins foto's van jou projek so ver. Groete. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Dene Collett Sent: 16 May 2011 06:22 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Re: Removable Turtle Deck Hi guys Regarding the removeable turtledecks, I am in the process of changing from a standard KR bubble canopy to a dragonfly canopy and will probably have to make a new forward deck. My rear deck has not yet been attached to the fuselage. I like the idea of having the decks removeable but am concerned with water ingress when the plane stands outside in the rain. Can those with removeable decks comment on this and how it was overcome please. Regards Dene Collett Avlec Projects Port Elizabeth South Africa ___ Search the KRnet Archives at http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp
KR> Re: Removable Turtle Deck
Goeie dag Dene, Ek bly in Centurion, en is ook maar aan die bou - maar selfs die slakke vorder soms vinniger. Het jy enigsins foto's van jou projek so ver. Groete. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Dene Collett Sent: 16 May 2011 06:22 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Re: Removable Turtle Deck Hi guys Regarding the removeable turtledecks, I am in the process of changing from a standard KR bubble canopy to a dragonfly canopy and will probably have to make a new forward deck. My rear deck has not yet been attached to the fuselage. I like the idea of having the decks removeable but am concerned with water ingress when the plane stands outside in the rain. Can those with removeable decks comment on this and how it was overcome please. Regards Dene Collett Avlec Projects Port Elizabeth South Africa ___ 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 No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1321 / Virus Database: 1500/3640 - Release Date: 05/15/11
KR> Trim Rings
Hi Dave, I've seen plastic of about 2 - 3 mm being cut VERY accurately with a water cutter. Don't know, but some laser could also do the trick. Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa _ From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Dave Dunwoodie Sent: 21 January 2011 01:38 To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> Trim Rings When all you get are blank stares when you ask about a bolt, you go to the KR list, and here I am!!! In a nutshell, the rings would be 2.25 or 3.125 ID, and about 1/8" wide, and maybe a max. of 1/16" thick. Just precision cut rings out of some cheap, black plastic would be excellent! Someone, somewhere knows of someone, somewhere, that can make nice cuts in plastic that will give the panel the final touches. Just simple rings that can be glued to the CF and cover the rough edges in it is all that I'm trying to do. Can anybody help me? Thanks! Also, if anybody needs to see the pictures of where we are right now, please advise and I'll send them to you. Dave N1199P
KR> Taxi Test
Hi Darren, CONGRATS!!! I envey your progress. I thought it was only Mark L who did taxi-runs in the street. Seems that it's blown over to Australia. With you being the "driving force", was it your small contribution to the world's CO2 problem? Good luck with the rest. Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Darren Crompton Sent: 10 December 2009 05:15 To: KRnet Subject: KR> Taxi Test Well not quite.but it was a fantastic feeling none the less. For the first time ever, I had both wings bolted on the KR. The canopy was fitted and moving up and down smoothly on the new gas struts. A nose bowl from a KR2 was held in place with a single self tapper. My kids and I then pushed (taxied) the KR onto the road outside the house, they jumped in and I played the role of the motor. Any time a car came along we had to quickly nose into someone's driveway leaving the tail hanging out. Passers by stopped and commented on how small it looked for a two seater. I was thinking quite the opposite, with both wings bolted on, my KR almost fully spanned the road. My neighbor missed the parade so I just might have to perform some additional taxi tests next weekend. Enjoy the photos www.kr-2s.com I love this building caper. --
KR> New subject - This is not KR! - Proper communication???
Hi guys, Here are a few hundred people on this forum. Is it too much asked to write in a proper way and use punctuation? I'm not talking about people who's knowledge of the language (English / American) is low because it's their 3rd of 4th language, but WHAT does this mean: "and you do not have the power i have a kr2s i know what motor gives the most grunt" What IS KR-related, is my search for a plan for an engine mount for a Soob EA81 TO BE ATTACHED TO A KR2. Regards. JC JC Marais South Africa -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of randsbrierley Sent: 06 December 2009 10:07 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> New subject - This is not KR! and you do not have the power i have a kr2s i know what motor gives the most grunt - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford" <n5...@hiwaay.net> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2009 12:49 PM Subject: Re: KR> New subject - This is not KR!
KR> EA81 Motor mount
Good morning Randy & Eric, Let me get in this band wagon. I'm also at the stage where the final decision on power plant must be made. I've got an EA81T, as it was cut from some donor car. That means that I still have a lot to do before the engine can be mounted. I would love to buy your motor mount, but the shipping cost to me (South Africa) will be more than the cost. Few questions: 1. What redrive do you have on the engine? 2. Have you used the EA81 in your plane? If yes, why was it taken out? 3. Do you have a diagram with (at least fairly) accurate measurements for the mount? I need to start designing a mount and any help will be much appreciated. If not, a few photos will be more than wellcome. Eric, where / in which country do you stay? Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Randy Smith Sent: 21 November 2009 00:49 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> Jabaru 3300 in KR2S/Continental 0-200D If anyone is interested I have an EA81 with a motor mount for a KR 2. It came off of Bud Wisons KR. Firewall foreward with redrive no prop. $2200. Located north of Dallas at 3OF Lakeview airport. For more info you can contacted me at 940-368-7973 Randy Smith --- On Fri, 11/20/09, E.D <eric.de...@cegetel.net> wrote:
KR> Beautiful planes
Hi Guys, Wow, is Christmas coming, or WHAT? First we see the impressive cad work from Gunnar, and now Beni (Benito Baldominos) is giving us a present. Beni, congrats with that beauty you've built. That surely is an example of what can be done. Just seeing those pics make the plane scream "SPEED"!!! I would love to see a comparison between your plane and Mark's with the corvair. Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Paul & Karen Smith Sent: 21 November 2009 02:17 To: 'KRnet' Subject: RE: KR> Jabaru 3300 in KR2S Try this one http://www.krnet.org/krs/beni/ Paul Smith Brisbane, AUSTRALIA pk.sm...@bigpond.net.au http://kr2spacemodulator.blogspot.com/ -Original Message- \ Does any one know what the performance figuires are for the KR2S with a Jabiru 3300 engine? Rate of climb, Cruise, etc \ ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.707 / Virus Database: 270.14.74/2515 - Release Date: 11/20/09 10:02:00
KR> Careful what you carry with you
Dear Mr. Freeman, We all know that there are strict rules about carrying dangerous items on planes. You are NOT allowed to take any knives, firing arms or explosives on an aircraft, since you could use it to hijack the plane, or even blow it up. ... I'm not sure what happens if the aircraft owner, passengers, crew and pilots on board are all the same (single) person. Possibly you could threaten yourself to do something dangerous? I'm glad to see your mails coming through again on a more regular basis. Any plans yet for your next plane? Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- Hi guys and girls; My eye surgery went perfect and took less than an hour, oh I'm so glad that's all over with. Hey, a word of warning. Watch what you carry with you while you are flying! If your not already aware. No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.423 / Virus Database: 270.14.39/2468 - Release Date: 10/30/09 15:18:00
KR> 56ML automatic unsubscriptions
Ohhh no Does it mean Mark is leaving us Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of jack.cooper2009 Sent: 26 October 2009 15:09 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> automatic unsubscriptions Mark I was flying yesterday and monitering 122.9 and thought for sure I heard 56 Mike Lima. Could it have been you??? Jack - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford" <n5...@hiwaay.net> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net>, "Corvair engines for homebuilt aircraft" <corvaircr...@mylist.net> Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 8:06:52 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: KR> automatic unsubscriptions NetHeads, Just about every day, the list automatically unsubscribes one or two people because of "excessive bounces". A "bounce" is a returned mail that was undeliverable...no server to send it to. This is usually due to your ISP (internet service provider) having connection problems, their mail server is down, or some other reason why the rest of the world can't get email to your box. Sometimes it's because you've closed your account without unsubscribing, and that's why the mechanism is there, to stop sending email to dead email boxes. Why bother, you ask? Because in an effort to prevent spamming, big email providers like AOL will blacklist an entire domain (like mylist.net), if they get a lot of bounces from difference account names on the same domain...because it might be a shotgun blast of "hail Mary" email sent to a...@aol.com through z...@aol.com in the hopes of duping a few folks into their scam, or whatever. The point of all this is that the system will automatically unsubscribe you, and it usually happens at 5PM CST, which is something like 11PM GMT. Quite often the next thing that happens is that I get an email - why did "I" unsubscribe somebody...what did they do that made me mad enough to throw them off the list? I hope I'm not really perceived by most as being that way. Usually you just have to subscribe again, and hope that your ISP gets its act together a little better and quits bouncing your email. I've noticed that some rural areas in the US, and places like OZ and SA where internet connections or ISP diligence may be a llittle lacking, and I completely understand that. Just send an email to krnet-j...@mylist.net and you'll be right back on again. Notice though that things have changed a little when rejoining...The list does require a "real" name, address, phone number, and a sentence or two as to why you want to join the list before I'll let you back on, mainly to prevent spammers from subscribing, and also so I have some idea of who some of you are who refuse to put sign your emails with some clue of who or where you are. But don't take it personally. It was a perfect flying day in the Southeast today, so I flew over Tennessee, almost to South Carolina, just taking in the scenery. I also took a few pictures, one of which is at the top of http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/sunsets/ ... Mark Langford N56ML "at" hiwaay.net website at http://www.N56ML.com ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.423 / Virus Database: 270.14.31/2458 - Release Date: 10/26/09 08:10:00 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.423 / Virus Database: 270.14.31/2458 - Release Date: 10/26/09 08:10:00
KR> Thanks Guys & Girls
Hi Dan, Good to see that you are back on the net and talking again. I really hope for a speedy recovery. Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.14.3/2410 - Release Date: 10/02/09 18:24:00
KR> Thanks Guys & Girls
Hi Dan, Good to see that you are back on the net and talking again. I really hope for a speedy recovery. Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message-
KR> My KR2 for sale at the Gathering: N808BS of Steve
Hi Steve, Wow, what a beauty of a plane. If I had the money (and flying skills), that plane would become MINE!!! Sorry you are leaving the KR environment. Good luck. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Steve Vitrella Sent: 08 August 2009 05:52 To: KRnet Subject: KR> My KR2 for sale at the Gathering Well, everyone says I'm going to regret it, but I'm going to put my KR up for sale at the Gathering this year. We have our first baby on the way and my wife just won't fly with me any more, so I'm going to upgrade to something a bit bigger. I'm planning on arriving Friday and if you want, you can fly it home! Here's some info, feel free to ask questions: KR2S N808BS GP 2180cc Ed Sterba prop 550 TT www.kr2s.zoomshare.com See you all there! Steve
KR> My KR2 for sale at the Gathering: N808BS of Steve
Hi Steve, Wow, what a beauty of a plane. If I had the money (and flying skills), that plane would become MINE!!! Sorry you are leaving the KR environment. Good luck. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Steve Vitrella Sent: 08 August 2009 05:52 To: KRnet Subject: KR> My KR2 for sale at the Gathering Well, everyone says I'm going to regret it, but I'm going to put my KR up for sale at the Gathering this year. We have our first baby on the way and my wife just won't fly with me any more, so I'm going to upgrade to something a bit bigger. I'm planning on arriving Friday and if you want, you can fly it home! Here's some info, feel free to ask questions: KR2S N808BS GP 2180cc Ed Sterba prop 550 TT www.kr2s.zoomshare.com See you all there! Steve
KR> Instrument panel thickness
Hi all, I'm starting to build the instrument panel. Of course, there are always questions that pops up, where the answer is dependant on a lot of variables. I plan to build the panel from 3mm (might be 2.8, I'm not sure) plywood, and I need to know what thickness is required to ensure the panel will be stiff enough. I understand that it is firstly important to know WHAT will be installed. Well, I'm very much in the steam-age regarding my instruments, so they are heavier than the nice electronic gadgets one can buy. Should I stick 2 plies together, or will one be enough? Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.375 / Virus Database: 270.13.2/2215 - Release Date: 07/08/09 05:53:00
KR> Suburu engines - something to consider
Hi, interesting, on Wiki it is mentioned that the R-985 is used on the KR-range of experimentals. Regards. JC Disclaimer; Yada yada yada... -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Larry Flesner Sent: 09 July 2009 14:22 To: KRnet Subject: KR> Suburu engines - something to consider At 01:18 AM 7/9/2009, you wrote: >Probably the biggest reason to avoid higher-powered engines in KR's is >the problem with immediate and fatal torque rolls once the wheels leave >the runway Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.375 / Virus Database: 270.13.2/2215 - Release Date: 07/09/09 05:55:00
KR> Re: Composite tube making
Hi Paul, Just for interest sake: Have you weighed the pvc-pipe vs. the fibreglass tubes? Regards. JC JC Marais Centurion South Africa 082-401-5259 -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net] On Behalf Of smwood Sent: 15 March 2009 03:53 To: kr...@mylist.net Subject: KR> Re: Composite tube making Paul, Here are two 4-inch fiberglass tubes I made using 4" PVC pipe as molds. I did not use any squeeze technique, just wet lay-up with West System. The tubes are just the right size for the SCAT ducting. These are now installed in the front of the cowl as part of the engine cooling ducts. http://websites.expercraft.com/sidwood/images/151628683049616756461fe.jpg http://websites.expercraft.com/sidwood/images/213718205496168855003f.jpg Sid Wood Tri-gear KR-2 N6242 Mechanicsville MD, USA smw...@md.metrocast.net >The second is a nifty way to make composite tubes and rods http://www.epoxyworks.com/26/pdf/Building_composite_tubes.pdf I have also seen it done inside a PVC tube with a bicycle inner tube as a bladder to force the lay-up onto the inside surface Paul Smith Brisbane, AUSTRALIA ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.0.237 / Virus Database: 270.11.13/2001 - Release Date: 03/14/09 06:54:00
KR> Turtle deck modification
Hi All, First of all, thanks to all the contributors on this list. There is always something new to learn. Which leads to my point: I have changed the canopy on my plane. The result is that it stands about 15cm (6") higher than the existing turtle deck. Now I need to lift the turtle deck. The problem is that the old deck is actually quite well built, and I do not really want to replace the whole thing. My idea is just to replace the forward part, of about 90cm to 130cm measured from the canopy. The resulting questions are: 1.How do you blend the raised part to the original part that stays intact with the tail? 2.Is it safe to leave a break in the t-deck, or should it be one continuous construction from canopy to tail? 3.If it is OK to replace a part, what should the form be. Straight from the canopy to the intersection, a "S" curve (like a Coke bottle), concave, convex, or whatever? 4.Any general tips would be welcome. JC Marais Cell: 082-401-5259 Centurion South Africa **
KR> Test delete
Test delete please.
KR>FW: High CHT
Hi Serge, Just a few "off-the-dome" points to think about: - How many hours do you have on your new engine? - Is it run in yet? (Remember, running-in is usually done with a lower grade of oil to enhance bedding in of the components. That WILL generate more heat) - Are you SURE that the baffles are still sealing properly around the engine. A leak could maybe result in warm air not leaving the FWF are. You stated that the new fins are of a different design (and supposedly more efficient). Is the cooling air still forced THROUGH the fins. - I am not a pro on this topic, but if you increased your hp by, say 20 percent, then the engine should produce 20 percent more heat. IF your previous installation was marginally adequate, leaving a safety factor of say 5 percent, then the mentioned 20 percent will be 20 - 5 = 15 percent too small. But 15 percent = 3 x 5 (safety margin), thus giving a safety margin deficiency of 3 times what you had. That means that the heat produced by three quaters of your additional hp, is not leaving the engine. (Still, could that result in the very rapid increase of temps?) - Are you sure the oil cooler is OK? Now I have confused myself. I would LOVE to come and see your installation. I promise to keep silent. Cheers. JC Marais South Africa jcmar...@intekom.co.za Tel: (+27)12 - 660-1463 (a/h) Cell phone : 082-401-5259 - Original Message - From: "S.F. Vidal" <svi...@icon.co.za> To: "'Damião Lycarião'" <lycar...@interair.com.br>; <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Friday, June 13, 2003 8:53 AM Subject: RE: KR>FW: High CHT > The fin area is not exactly the same. First, the cylinder barels are > increased in length and diameter. Second, the fins are now cast aluminium > instead of steel, and with a new fin design with increased surface.
KR>Project for sale
Hi ED, Sorry to hear about this decision you have to make. If you were in South Africa, your plane would have been in my garage a day after you advertised it. I hope you will restart Ed's KR2S (ii) shortly. Regards. JC Marais South Africa jcmar...@intekom.co.za Tel: (+27)12 - 660-1463 (a/h) Cell phone : 082-401-5259 - Original Message - From: "Edwin Blocher" <ebloc...@earthlink.net> To: "KR builders and pilots" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2003 12:18 AM Subject: KR>Project for sale Due to reasons I'd rather not go into I need to sell my 2S project. Boat stage complete, temporaraly mounted on Grove gear with Tracy O'Brien axels, brakes and 500X5 tires - fuselage complete with firewall mounted (stretched 10 inches) - bent up center section spars installed with TET wing attach fittings installed and foam work started.- RR flap handle assembly - tail gear and nose gear - Todds canopy - Corvair engine ready to rebuild including flexpate addator - wood for vertical and horizontal tail spars and other misc items. Over $3000 invested plus 300 hours of my time or yours. Willl sell for $2200, located in the central panhandle of Florida. E-mail me off net at ebloc...@earthlink.net if you are interested. Hate to have to do this, ED Ed Blocher Santa Rosa Beach, FL ebloc...@earthlink.net ___ see KRnet list details at http://www.krnet.org/instructions.html
