Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-22 Thread Chris Gardiner via KRnet
Approx,. 9 3/4 to 10 inches vertically from bottom of engine pan to bottom of collector joint. Hard to measure without removing the lower cowling at this time. Chris Sent from my iPad > On Jan 22, 2017, at 8:38 AM, Mark Langford via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> > wrote: > &

Re: KR> 4-into-1 exhaust system help?

2017-01-22 Thread Chris Gardiner via KRnet
for your set up. Cheers Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad > On Jan 22, 2017, at 6:40 AM, Robert Jenkins via KRnet <krnet@list.krnet.org> > wrote: > > Revmaster has a KR2 4 into 1 system on their site. > > On Saturday, January 21, 2017, Mark Langford via KRnet <kr

KR> Diehl landing gear...

2016-12-08 Thread Chris Gardiner
. This assumes you drill the bracket holes in both brackets at the same time (so they are identical.) The brackets move to the rear of the spar and then swap sides, in the nosewheel configuration Chris Gardiner CGKRZ Sent from my iPad > On Dec 8, 2016, at 5:36 PM, Larry Flesner via KRnet >

KR> KR2S gross weight question

2016-08-18 Thread Chris Gardiner
Gary, I'm using 1100 lbs on my data plate for my KR2S. It has a VW 2180. Empty weight is 740 lbs dry. Right within the range suggested by Mark L. Some are fLying closer to 1200 lbs in the US. Centre of gravity position when loaded is a critical factor to maintaining control . Regards Chris

KR> LED Strobe lights

2016-08-16 Thread Chris Gardiner
Stefan, Correction: the Transport Canada reference is CARs Standard 625, Schedule 1 https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/civilaviation/regserv/cars/part6-standards-a625i1-2466.htm Cheers Chris G. Sent from my iPad > On Aug 16, 2016, at 7:32 PM, Chris Gardiner via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: >

KR> LED Strobe lights

2016-08-16 Thread Chris Gardiner
. Whelen strobes are what I use. Regards Chris Gardiner C GKRZ Sent from my iPad > On Aug 14, 2016, at 2:44 PM, S via KRnet wrote: > > > I checked both Wicks and AS, as an exemple this one from Wicks website: > http://aircraftproducts.wicksaircraft.com/viewitems/aircraft-lighting

KR> Cyberdyne mixture meter

2016-07-31 Thread Chris Gardiner
Thanks Brian, I decided to order the Intellimeter (Cyberdyne) meter as per the comments earlier. Regards Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad > On Jul 31, 2016, at 7:07 PM, brian.kraut--- via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: > > I had one in my KR from Westach. It was a 2 1/4 analog mete

KR> Cyberdyne mixture meter

2016-07-31 Thread Chris Gardiner
Thanks Mark and all. I?ll go ahead and place the order now. Regards Chris Gardiner Sent from Mail for Windows 10

KR> Cyberdyne mixture meter

2016-07-31 Thread Chris Gardiner
Thanks Chris. I notice this meter recommends using a narrow band O2 sensor instead of the wide band type I was planning for. What O2 sensor are you planning to use? Thanks Chris Gardiner Sent from Mail for Windows 10 https://m.summitracing.com/parts/izl-ms7008 Chris Pryce Burlington, NJ

KR> Cyberdyne mixture meter

2016-07-31 Thread Chris Gardiner
know where I might still buy one of these cheap analog type gauges in the USA. Most others I have seen are expensive ( $170 +) and use expensive O2 sensors. Any help appreciated. Thanks Chris Gardiner KR2S C-GKRZ Sent from Mail for Windows 10

KR> Cowling Air Scoop

2016-06-28 Thread Chris Gardiner
Joe, Yes, that is exactly what I used . Vans RV6 nose scoop worked perfectly on the KR factory cowl. Cleco it in place and use epoxy and flow to bond it . Fits the standard K round filter on the carb. Cheers Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad > On Jun 28, 2016, at 4:13 PM, bjoenunley via KR

KR> looking for an engine

2016-06-28 Thread Chris Gardiner
Bill, I have a KR2s flying out of Oshawa Ontario. Please contact me off line if you would like to discuss VW's or the plane. Cheers Chris Gardiner 9054411778 cell Sent from my iPad > On Jun 28, 2016, at 7:46 AM, Bill Wood via KRnet > > I am currently 50 miles south east of Detroit i

KR> VW Engines

2016-06-24 Thread Chris Gardiner
ut nothing to complain about really. I don't run it hard and generally cruise at 20"map and 2900 rpm after 5 minutes WOT for takeoff. Cheers Chris Gardiner KR2S CGKRZ Sent from my iPad > On Jun 24, 2016, at 10:50 AM, Tommy Waymack via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: > > I guess a

KR> Cable safe

2016-06-13 Thread Chris Gardiner
Stef, Have you tried Wicksaircraft.com? Regards Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad > On Jun 13, 2016, at 8:07 PM, Stef den Boer via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: > > > The problem is aircraft spruce is out of stock and the manufactor company is > out > of order or wha

KR> Brake fluid

2016-06-08 Thread Chris Gardiner
. They are very corrosive if used on the wrong type of seals. Cheers Chris Gardiner Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Mike Stirewalt via KRnet Sent: June 6, 2016 3:02 PM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Cc: laser147 at juno.com Subject: KR> Brake fluid I've got Rosenhaun reservoirs and cylind

KR> Wednesday KR2 flight

2016-03-19 Thread Chris Gardiner
Great picture,Mark! Makes me "home sick" for the nice summer weather here so I can get out in the KR again . Won't be long now! Cheers Chris Sent from my iPad > On Mar 17, 2016, at 10:44 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: > > KRnetHeads, > > Here's a quick report on a flight

KR> Preparing for KR2S build - again

2016-02-12 Thread Chris Gardiner
Gary, Yes, that conclusion matches what I just posted. (5 inches forward of the spar should work with either engine, and no spacers) Plans length , plus 14 inches , aft of the spar. Width, your choice , but wider by a few inches than stock will be a welcome improvement you won't regret. Chris

KR> Preparing for KR2S build - again

2016-02-12 Thread Chris Gardiner
room. Mine is stock width to fit the RR premolded parts ,although I regret not adding 2-3 inches in width. Standard 2S tail surfaces per plans, no elevator balance weights . Flys great Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad > On Feb 12, 2016, at 6:45 AM, Robert Pesak via KRnet > wrote: >

KR> KR2 for sale

2016-02-08 Thread Chris Gardiner
Jim, Load the Facebook app and go to search engine at the top. Enter " Rand Robinson KR-2S aircraft" and it will take you to the home page. 180 members! This was started by Eduardo from Argentina and is not associated with Rand Robinson ,really. If you go down you will see the posting by Josh

KR> KR2 for sale

2016-02-07 Thread Chris Gardiner
- > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Chris > Gardiner via KRnet > Sent: February 3, 2016 3:34 PM > To: KRnet > Cc: Chris Gardiner > Subject: Re: KR> KR2 for sale > > James, > Sure, what would you like to know? > >

KR> KR2 for sale

2016-02-03 Thread Chris Gardiner
ange these days? > Jim > > -Original Message- > From: KRnet [mailto:krnet-bounces at list.krnet.org] On Behalf Of Chris > Gardiner via KRnet > Sent: February 3, 2016 3:34 PM > To: KRnet > Cc: Chris Gardiner > Subject: Re: KR> KR2 for sale > > James, >

KR> KR2 for sale

2016-02-03 Thread Chris Gardiner
James, Sure, what would you like to know? Chris Gardiner KR2S tail dragger based in Oshawa, ON 9054411778 Sent from my iPad > On Feb 3, 2016, at 1:54 PM, jsellars--- via KRnet > wrote: > > Can you help me with information regarding KR2 S tail dragg

KR> Supplier of aircraft wood

2016-01-15 Thread Chris Gardiner
Stefan There really isn't any other aircraft quality wood sources here in Canada these days as wood is less popular than it once was. I used Aircraft Spruce who has a CDN store at Brantford airport. Cheers Chris Gardiner C GKRZ. KR2S Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 14, 2016, at 20:58, S via KR

KR> Aileron Hinges

2016-01-04 Thread Chris Gardiner
If you use some cotton flox in with the epoxy resin it will act like a rivet ,when cured ,without drilling the spar. Chris Gardiner KR2S flying Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 2, 2016, at 13:06, Dan Heath via KRnet wrote: > > You can rivet the anchor nuts to the back of

KR> Icing. Glazing

2015-12-05 Thread Chris Gardiner
Hi Stef, I believe you are looking for lightweight filler for finishing the fibreglass work? My choice was "Super Fil " lightweight filler from Aircraft Spruce Supply in the USA. Sorry ! No experience with European suppliers of this stuff. Cheers Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad

KR> First flight

2015-10-12 Thread Chris Gardiner
Congratulations Robert! You have just joined a very exclusive club of KR pilots ! Cheers Chris Gardiner KR2S 250 hours Sent from my iPad > On Oct 12, 2015, at 9:53 AM, Robert Pesak via KRnet > wrote: > > > > Hi everyone, I made my first flight yesterday and approxi

KR> Canopy/Seat

2015-10-04 Thread Chris Gardiner
nley CW2 US Army RetiredBaker JROTC Instructor Baker Florida > > ---- Original message > From: Chris Gardiner via KRnet > Date: 10/04/2015 5:15 PM (GMT-06:00) > To: KRnet > Cc: Chris Gardiner > Subject: Re: KR> Canopy/Seat > > Joe, > I use the RR

KR> Canopy/Seat

2015-10-04 Thread Chris Gardiner
Joe, I use the RR canvas sling seat and a 2 inch memory foam cushion that conforms to my butt as it warms up . At 5 foot 10 , I have an inch or so to the canopy with this set up. Regards Chris Gardiner KR2S Sent from my iPad > What do you use? > > Joe Nunley CW2 US Army RetiredBaker JROTC

KR> Shirts & Hats

2015-09-16 Thread Chris Gardiner
t; > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Sep 16, 2015, at 1:05 PM, Chris Gardiner via KRnet > list.krnet.org> wrote: >> >> Dan, >> I'll buy one even though I couldn't make the Gathering. >> Do you have a Large one left. >> If so advise cost and I'll send you a

KR> Shirts & Hats

2015-09-16 Thread Chris Gardiner
Dan, I'll buy one even though I couldn't make the Gathering. Do you have a Large one left. If so advise cost and I'll send you a Paypal or check. Thanks Chris Gardiner Sent from my iPad > On Sep 15, 2015, at 11:55 PM, Dan Prichard via KRnet list.krnet.org> wrote: > > 4 shirts l

KR> WING ATTACH FITTINGS

2015-09-15 Thread Chris Gardiner
Bill I can scan it for you later today Cheers Chris Gardiner CGKRZ Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 15, 2015, at 10:31, ol' weirdo via KRnet > wrote: > > Now that I've found someone to make the WAFs I can't find the drawing. > Whether I've lost a sheet or haven't looked hard enoug

KR> bean field landing

2015-07-27 Thread Chris Gardiner
Mark, Glad you made it through another dead stick adventure and are safe and sound. And a good choice of landing spot under an obvious high pressure moment. Looking forward to any further " post mortem" on the VW engine as I would not have expected it to fail so soon either? Ch

KR> KRs at OSH, Forum on Monday!

2015-07-17 Thread Chris Gardiner
I'm currently at Oshkosh camped and the weather is great. Showing thunderstorms by 2pm Saturday until 8 pm. I volunteered for flight line duty so I may on the ramp to welcome you! Cheers Chris Gardiner CGKRZ KR2S ( sadly at home) Sent from my iPad > On Jul 17, 2015, at 1:00 PM, Rob Schmitt

KR>Projection System

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
there . Hopefully Owen gets his engine back together in time ( more stuck valve issues , same as Oshkosh ) . Cheers Chris Gardiner Jim Faughn wrote: >I will be flying up to the Gathering on Thursday weather permitting. >Problem is that I typically fly with a guitar and my clothes and now a >laptop

KR>aileron response

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
are effective but not overly so . They seem about right given the extra wing length . Guess I will never know what it would have been like with the stock aileron length . Still takes a hefty throw to "rock the wings" on climb out . Cheers Chris Gardiner srmak...@aol.com wrote: >Hi Guys,

KR>2003 KR Gathering - Hotel Reservations!

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
Well, Owen and I are planning to be there . VFR weather permitting .That's 2 more KR's This year I hope we can arrive on Friday so we don't miss all the fun . Save us a T-shirt this year. The Canadian KR squadron Chris Gardiner gpasc wrote: >To all of those who are com

KR>Oshkosh

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
you all in Sept at Red Oak . Cheers Chris Gardiner PS .Still "Aluminum Free " . BTW: Owen said the seminar looked like an AA meeting so he thought that would be a good opening statement " I've been Aluminum Free for two years !!! Dry sense of humour as usual . Dan

KR>Oshkosh

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
Thanks for the update , Jim. Owen and I are still planning for a Sunday arrival . Now that we have some friends taking some campgear , we can probably park in the homebuilt show plane area , at least. Will try for the autoengine conversion area if possible . See you at OSH BTW: When is the

KR>Oshkosh

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
Gardiner Dana Overall wrote: > >> From: chris gardiner <clg...@attcanada.ca> >> >> Owen and I are still planning for a Sunday arrival . >Will try for >> the autoengine conversion area if possible . >> >> BTW: When is the beer and brats night , Dana

KR>Oshkosh plans

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
. Let us know where/when the "Brats and Beer " meeting is planned before departure so we can find the KR Heads on the field . The forum on Wednesday should work for us attending it as well ( ass promised to Jim) . Cheers Guys and see you at KOSH. Chris Gardiner KR2S PS > Receiv

KR>Matco and Diehl Lower Bracket

2008-10-12 Thread chris gardiner
on either method would be welcomed. Regards Chris Gardiner C-GKRZ > >Like Dan said, I'm using Clevelands, but there's a picture of what I did at >http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/kgear.html , third picture down. I didn't >HAVE to do anything, but I wanted to keep my caliper out of the mu