KR> KR Newsletter download problem

2014-10-14 Thread ppaul...@aol.com
I think I'm having better luck using Firefox instead of AOL or Chrome. I've attempted on different networks. Same problems. my goal is to export the files into my natural reader. So I can play them over my radio in my truck. I was able to get the first set to download into my natural reader and

KR> KR Newsletter download problem

2014-10-14 Thread PPaulVsk at aol.com
Is anyone having problems downloading the archive newsletters? I can only download 1/2 of the each file then it stops. This is on the 2nd and 3rd batch. Any suggestions? Paul Visk Belleville Il. 618-406-4705

KR> KR Newsletter download problem

2014-10-14 Thread Mark Langford
Paul Visk wrote: >>Is anyone having problems downloading the archive newsletters? I can only download 1/2 of the each file then it stops. This is on the 2nd and 3rd batch. Any suggestions? << I uploaded and downloaded them all, and it took 2-3 minutes each, and worked fine. You're the first

KR> Radio Engine interference

2014-10-14 Thread Mark Langford
Phil Matheson wrote: >>I have type 4 VW gear reduction engine, Dynamo type charging system. I have A200 radio, at low RPM the radio is fine, High RPM cruise, I have heaps of interference . I have the radio suppressor's on the system everywhere, but still it is bad. What can I do to help improv

KR> Glassing The Boat

2014-10-14 Thread ppaul...@aol.com
I've heard people using 1.45 oz deck cloth. Saves all of finish ?prep work. I think it add too much weight.? Sent on the new Sprint Network from my Samsung Galaxy S?4. Original message From: Dan Prichard via KRnet Date:10/14/2014 6:55 PM (GMT-06:00) To: 'KRnet' Subject:

KR> transponder antenna

2014-10-14 Thread Jeff Scott
FWIW, at best count, I think I have approximately 10 antenna that either transmit or receive signals external to the aircraft. All are mounted within the confines of the aircraft making them all zero drag. There is no reason to mount an antenna externally on a KR other than for convenience as

KR> Glassing The Boat

2014-10-14 Thread Dan Prichard
Anyone out there have an opinion on glassing the fuselage other than the 2" lap recommended @ fillets & turtle deck attachment or just a coat of varnish and paint? Please just an opinion. No math, my head hurts. Building wing tanks (vinyl-ester resin smell) Dan Prichard Portland Or.

KR> transponder antenna

2014-10-14 Thread Dan Prichard
I sure hope you weren't taking the acronym as an insult. None intended. I'm not sure how much drag is generated by a transponder antenna. Maybe it's just my aluminum airplane days talking. Dan Prichard. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2014, at 3:29 PM, Jeff Scott via KRnet > wrote: > > N

KR> transponder antenna

2014-10-14 Thread Dan Prichard
Wouldn't it work to just wash it once in a while? KISS. Dan Prichard Portland Or. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2014, at 8:11 AM, Jeff Scott via KRnet > wrote: > > FWIW, at best count, I think I have approximately 10 antenna that either > transmit or receive signals external to the air

KR> KR2 for sale

2014-10-14 Thread Bill Masquelier
Just saw this on "Homebuilt Aircraft" http://www.homebuiltairplanes.com/forums/sale-wanted/20028-must-sell-kr2.html NFI Bill M

KR> transponder antenna

2014-10-14 Thread ppaul...@aol.com
Mark,? One of the things from that CD on making your on antenna you let me use is that the transmission of that transponder antnna is in the microwave band. ?You should have some type of grounded barrier between the antenna and your important parts of you body. ?You don't have this issue with me

KR> Two questions....

2014-10-14 Thread Flesner
At 01:28 AM 10/14/2014, you wrote: >If the tubes came forth at a 45 >degree angle and then bent slightly to be parallel an inch or so from the >end, wouldn't this have significantly less drag? And if so, why aren't they >all that way? + S

KR> transponder antenna

2014-10-14 Thread Mark Langford
Seeing the transponder fairing photo (second photo down at http://www.n56ml.com/fairings.html ) reminds me of the ultimate wisdom I finally attained on transponder antennas...there's no better fairing than putting the stupid antenna inside the fuselage! My main obstacle to that revelation during

KR> pitot tube fairing

2014-10-14 Thread Mark Langford
Mike Taglieri wrote: >> I've toyed with this idea too, and I'm wondering why pitot tubes go straight down and have a 90-degree bend. If the tubes came forth at a 45 degree angle and then bent slightly to be parallel an inch or so from the end, wouldn't this have significantly less drag? And if so,

KR> Two questions....

2014-10-14 Thread Mike T
I've toyed with this idea too, and I'm wondering why pitot tubes go straight down and have a 90-degree bend. If the tubes came forth at a 45 degree angle and then bent slightly to be parallel an inch or so from the end, wouldn't this have significantly less drag? And if so, why aren't they all that