KR> wing tank building material - vinyl ester

2016-11-16 Thread Chris Prata
I was surprised to read mark's comment about the shelf life of vinylester resin. Which is helpful to me because I happen to be in the middle of a project using that type of resin and I have some which I was planning to use that is now several months old. Never thought of that issue so I

KR> now texting in the cockpit? (Faster ATC)

2016-09-28 Thread Chris Prata
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3810545/Pilots-air-traffic-controllers-shifting-text-messaging.html

KR> Old KR2 getting ready to fly again

2016-09-27 Thread Chris Prata
restricted? explain? From: KRnet on behalf of Info--- via KRnet This plane belongs to Doran Jaffas, he has been restricted, from the net. :( >

KR> KR Gathering

2016-09-17 Thread Chris Prata
now if you want to eat. On Sep 16, 2016 11:51 AM, "Chris Prata via KRnet" wrote: > will there still be krs there tomorrow? i am 4 hours away, planning to > come saturday. > > there is rain in the area > > > >

KR> KR Gathering

2016-09-16 Thread Chris Prata
will there still be krs there tomorrow? i am 4 hours away, planning to come saturday. there is rain in the area Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device

KR> Not trimming replies! - SOLUTION

2016-09-10 Thread Chris Prata
hi mark, thanks for sharing more of your experience. I am still contemplating the process to get you a better experience and produce better integrity for the archives which I have used numerous times. its an awesome resource. so how about this, the text string produces a friendly

KR> Not TRIMMING replies! - SOLUTION

2016-09-10 Thread Chris Prata
correcting: rimming should say Trimming From: KRnet on behalf of Chris Prata via KRnet Sent: Friday, September 9, 2016 10:14 PM To: KRnet Cc: Chris Prata Subject: KR> Not rimming replies! - SOLUTION

KR> Not rimming replies! - SOLUTION

2016-09-10 Thread Chris Prata
I communicated in the background with others and this was the best solution. I would add that there have been complaints that people are being "banned" for being constructive. THIS IS NOT GOOD. Note that the current approach is NOT WORKING. "Banning" people will simply break the list

KR> last chance ENOUGH!!!!!! - SOLUTION

2016-09-09 Thread Chris Prata
I have suggested a computerized solution that adds a unique string of characters after a message before it is sent to the list, then any replies are screened for that and everything after that string is deleted. If the poster wants to include something from the original they will have to cut

KR> AirVenture 2016 KR Forum

2016-08-14 Thread Chris Prata
thanks! just started watching... like the crowd shots too...

KR> status of kr super 2

2016-07-12 Thread Chris Prata
I had never heard of this plane until now. So I dialed into the Interwebs and Looked it up on The Googles, and found a nice web site about it: http://krsuper2.com/ If the web site is up then maybe its not extinct?

KR> Revmaster R3000

2016-06-22 Thread Chris Prata
wow, that R3000 is interesting! > https://issuu.com/panzera/docs/issue_104.5

KR> new (old) KR owner!!

2016-06-20 Thread Chris Prata
f?licitations mon ami , et vol heureux ! (using google translate):) > Date: Sun, 19 Jun 2016 19:26:38 +0200 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: KR> new (old) KR owner!! > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: zenaero at orange.fr > > > > > > > > > > HI guys ! > > new member, one

KR> Engine Exaust Muffler

2016-06-12 Thread Chris Prata
FWIW my Jabiru (on Avid Mk4) had a full muffler. Ran quiet but of course was designed for having a muffler. > Date: Sat, 11 Jun 2016 16:19:36 -0400 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: KR> Engine Exaust Muffler > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: bjoenunley at gmail.com > > > > Is

KR> KR Forum at OSH this year

2016-06-10 Thread Chris Prata
well you could mention how Ken Rand crashed a KR1 by *playing a drone* with it while filming for a movie/tv show! otherwise I'll just drone on as usual... >

KR> Ethanol

2016-06-06 Thread Chris Prata
my FIRST thought upon reading that (besides how interesting it is) is what does this mean for E90 from the local Shell station because, economically, thats the cheapest to run. I then think of "vapor lock" which seems to be the primary concern, followed by water absorption and corrosion. I am

KR> Troy's KR

2016-06-04 Thread Chris Prata
whats the issue with stock kr tubular rudder pedals? > > Those rudder pedals looks like they may be the stock tubing - if so, > that's an accident waiting to happen. > > Mike > KSEE

KR> kr2 airplane

2016-06-02 Thread Chris Prata
the ad says Subaru EA81 engine, which is water cooled. > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > > Kelly, Hot water heater in a KR2??? Also, why would you want to heat HOT > water? > Patrick Driscoll >

KR> composite vacuum bagging?

2016-05-30 Thread Chris Prata
Youtube is your friend here... > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Mon, 30 May 2016 20:49:45 -0400 > Subject: KR> composite vacuum bagging? > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: smcdonal at kos.net > > What do you consider the best book on vacuum bagging setups for dyi? > >

KR> HAPI issues?

2016-05-26 Thread Chris Prata
this has me curious. I am about to start building a KR1, have a low time recently overhauled Jabiru 2200, but ws going to be a "purist" and go VW (probably still will do that , maybe a turbo VW new in the box?) u mention a lycoming, a 108hp O-235 weights 240lbs accordng to wikipedia, but a

KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

2016-05-17 Thread Chris Prata
hi gary, I'd like to know the measurements widest point where pilot sits, overall length. lot of these seem to have been modded bigger and I am tryin to stay original as possible... how much are you asking for the boat section? thank you regards,chris > Date: Sun, 15 May 2016 13:11:21 + >

KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

2016-05-14 Thread Chris Prata
I do appreciate the replies. just to be clear what I'm after, I am ONLY interested in a KR1 single place, original style, less than 50% built. I know a lot of discussion takes place here and its easy to forget who is into what, but I have been talking about replicating Ken's original KR1 all

KR> what to look for when inspecting/buying a KR project

2016-05-14 Thread Chris Prata
hi all, I once bought a KR1 fuselage and figured out that it was not made well, plus life got in the way and I sold the hardware and scrapped the wood. now that I'm again looking for an unfinsihed project, I'd like t ask you owners and builders, what are some things I should examine to at least

KR> smoke in plane

2016-05-13 Thread Chris Prata
joe, just curious, what was the source of your smoke? > Date: Fri, 13 May 2016 12:48:59 -0400 Sealing the firewall is the first defense just like smoke alarms are in the buildings you enter everyday (not sprinklers like your led to believe). I had a incident of smoke in the cabin and the

KR> mia kr's

2016-05-12 Thread Chris Prata
speaking of which, I asked a while back about richard shirley's fast KR1, anyone know his planes current status? > Date: Thu, 12 May 2016 18:46:58 -0500 I've often wondered what happened to several KRs I've > seen in the past like Robert Muse's KR , the turbine KR seen at the > Perry,

KR> parachutes

2016-05-11 Thread Chris Prata
hi mark, have not started building the KR1 yet so thats an issue for sometime along the way. most are hinged to the side that I've seen IIRC > From: flykr2s at charter.net > Subject: Re: KR> parachutes > Date: Wed, 11 May 2016 20:15:44 -0500 > CC: chrisprata at live.com > To: krnet at

KR> parachutes

2016-05-11 Thread Chris Prata
I believe my chute is a national 360, which I just checked weights 10.8lbs and is 1.75" thick. at least thats the new specs for a 360. I can live with the 10lbs. In the unlikely event of a fire (which is what started the discussion), I will get out in time, believe that. Safety gear is a

KR> parachutes

2016-05-11 Thread Chris Prata
ONE airbag mark. I'm building a KR1. > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Tue, 10 May 2016 21:26:17 -0500 > Subject: Re: KR> parachutes > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: ml at n56ml.com > > Also, you're far more likely to roll it up in a ball during a landing, > so why not airbags too? >

KR> A few things...

2016-05-10 Thread Chris Prata
what was the "90hp" and how did the plane perform after the various engine changes? and fuel consumption? > Date: Tue, 10 May 2016 12:32:19 -0500 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> A few things... > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: crz372 at yahoo.com > > My KR was built in

KR> parachute

2016-05-10 Thread Chris Prata
bought my (back) chute when I was planning a coast to coast XC. being a flatlander I was concerned about a problem in the mountainous terrain of the west, and wanted another option should there not be a suitable landing option. I did take a tandem jump at the same place when I bought my chute

KR> fibre frax

2016-05-10 Thread Chris Prata
like I said "make fun of me all u want..." but the chute is a couple extra inches on my back and will be the rear cushion, planning on moving the seat back rearward the 2 inches I need. In fact, the thing fiberglass seat in my avid was so comfortable, I once flew for almost 12 hours (2 quick

KR> fibre frax

2016-05-09 Thread Chris Prata
I'm sure it will slow things down, but wouldnt an engine fire eventually (and quickly) burn around the edges and catch the wood behind the firewall that way? make fun of me all u want but my KR1 will have a BRS and I wear a personal chute that way I can save the plane if possible, myself if

KR> Jabiru 2200 available

2016-05-07 Thread Chris Prata
I have a Jabiru 2200, was on my Avid, considering selling. It's a late solid lifter (good serial number as far as improvements). 85HP, can run auto fuel. It's apart for overhaul, all machine work done including crank check/magnaflux/dowel update by Jabiru Pacific (the dealer this engine came

KR> Removable Rear Deck

2016-05-06 Thread Chris Prata
the whole rear deck, or just an access panel? and to check what? (I assume control cables to rudder, elevator and related mechanics) > You will really wish you did have it as well as removal rear deck when it > comes time for annual. > PHIL Matheson

KR> Removable Front Deck

2016-05-05 Thread Chris Prata
I havent built mine yet (aside from having bought and sold two KR1 projects over the last 30 years!) I'm thinking I wouldnt want fuel in front of me anyway and can probably get 20 gals in the wings, so making that area for some cargo, and having the floor of the cargo compartment removable to

KR> Turbocharging

2016-05-05 Thread Chris Prata
jeff, where does it put the turbocharger? > Date: Thu, 5 May 2016 18:15:18 -0500 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> Turbocharging > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: schmleff at gmail.com > > I have a turbo exhaust for a KR on the shelf if you are interested. Ceramic > coated,

KR> Turbocharging

2016-05-05 Thread Chris Prata
lowering compression is definite. I would like to see electronic ignition with a knock sensor. along with the most robust internals and apply the best cooling available. minimal boost mostly just "normalizing" at altitude which is not much strain at all, you're just restoring normal power and

KR> on engine reliability topic

2016-05-05 Thread Chris Prata
I was scouting around after reading all our recent posts on VW engines and some on Corvair. Found this, interestingly it's on AOPA. Thought it was concise and good enough to share, I learned from it: http://blog.aopa.org/opinionleaders/2014/04/09/how-do-piston-aircraft-engines-fail/

KR> Type 1 Cylinder Heads

2016-05-04 Thread Chris Prata
Just FYI this thread has been very interesting and helpful to me even though the engine decision for me may be years out (unless a deal appears suddenly). I would like to turbocharge eventually if not at the get-go, so getting the most robust reliability will be key (as it should be anyway). >

KR> FW: Type 1 Cylinder Heads - cooling

2016-05-03 Thread Chris Prata
very interesting but my first thought is that the farther we get from the original parts, the more the "VW economy" turns into just another low volume, proprietary engine, either "coming soon" like this one, or "going soon". if I were to go with a dervitive, the limbach is appealing. but I

KR> FW: Type 1 Cylinder Heads - cooling

2016-04-27 Thread Chris Prata
ok I will go out on a limb here and roll a few conservative eyes. (No it's not about "bernie"! lol) Each head has four large pushrod tubes for drainage. I am not familiar with VW oil flows and maybe someone will say for whatever reason, they wont carry a lot of extra oil out of the heads and

KR> FW: Type 1 Cylinder Heads - cooling

2016-04-27 Thread Chris Prata
thats an interesting angle. your oil post also reminded me I was going to ask about *additional* oil to cool the heads, as in a high vol oil pump, and an oil line to each head spraying oil on the hottest area (between the valves?). would that almost make them "liquid cooled heads"? List-Post:

KR> Type 1 Cylinder Heads

2016-04-26 Thread Chris Prata
thanks for the replies. looks like whenever I get to FWF (2 years from now???) and if going with a Type 1, it will be important above all, to keep the heads cool. Secondary to that, buy the best heads/valves etc and make sure the machining is right. The other issue is to use the best forged

KR> VW type 1 questions - best reliability

2016-04-21 Thread Chris Prata
After reading the VW heads topic, I am wondering what the main reliability issues and best practices are on VW currently. Looks to me that the crankshaft should be forged, heads not cracked (are there best source for reliable heads?), apply best cooling to heads possible. and something about

KR> engine run videos

2016-04-20 Thread Chris Prata
hi paul, not everyone uses FB, maybe Youtube is ur friend? Easy uploading, universal compatibility... > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2016 23:33:23 -0400 > Subject: Re: KR> engine run videos > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: pkengr at hotmail.com > > Still nothing?!?! >

KR> weight and balance

2016-04-04 Thread Chris Prata
mark if 35% aft from leading edge (at mean average chord point?) is too far aft, what is the commonly accepted safe limit and where in your experience does she fly best? > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2016 19:28:49 -0700 > Subject: Re: KR> weight and balance > From: krnet at

KR> 1975 Sport Aviation Magazine

2016-04-03 Thread Chris Prata
r. > > > > KR> 1975 Sport Aviation Magazine > > > > Chris Prata chrisprata at live.com > > Sat Apr 2 22:29:42 EDT 2016 > > Previous message (by thread): KR> 1975 Sport Aviation Magazine > > Next message (by thread): KR> SNF > > Messages sorted by

KR> 1975 Sport Aviation Magazine

2016-04-02 Thread Chris Prata
can you scan it and share it like I did with a couple key old KR articles? > Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2016 11:07:54 -0400 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: KR> 1975 Sport Aviation Magazine > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: iflyexp at gmail.com > > I have a 1975 Sport Aviation Magazine with

KR> something else to worry about...

2016-03-23 Thread Chris Prata
Mark I get all the way to the end and no off-field landing??? No narrative about the sound of corn stalks whacking against the leading edges again? LOL Well seriously, not uncommon for overheating and sometimes ignition of these consumer electronics. Wall worts start house fires all too

KR> Wing Extensions

2016-03-17 Thread Chris Prata
this is interesting. LSA specs say 51MPH max stall speed without using flaps. I looked up the specs, and the KR1 easily meets the stall speed specs at 45MPH stall. (so with fixed gear, modest power and and a climb prop, I will be all set to fly under LSA rule) The KR2 is published as 52 MPH

KR> TruTrak Autopilot $999

2015-12-25 Thread Chris Prata
My first thought is "cool" and my second thought is "make sure and re-balance that aileron!" > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Wed, 23 Dec 2015 15:11:40 +0100 > Subject: Re: KR> TruTrak Autopilot $999 > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: jscott.planes at gmx.com > > > Trutrak is doing

KR> Panel VHF vs handheld?

2015-12-22 Thread Chris Prata
I just sold my panel VHF. It was not going to be a good fit for a KR1 panel. Probably will go with a handheld and external antenna. The specs are 7watts carrier with the Icom I just sold, and 5 watts PEP for a handheld I checked with a 1.5 watt carrier. So the apples to apples compare is 7 vs

KR> KT76A and VHF worth?

2015-12-19 Thread Chris Prata
Thanks for the input guys. OK I listed the Icom with tray for $500, but the 76A transponder is confusing. Looking at other ads (with prices all over the map) they often mention "mods" and "high serial number". See the pic, does anyone know what my mods status is and if that serial is high? I

KR> GREAT Aerial video

2015-11-26 Thread Chris Prata
BUT... I'm not building an F18. I'm building a plywood box with a VW Bug motor on one end! ;) gobble gobble > For those still building I thought this video > would give you an idea of the thrill that awaits you. :-)

KR> Jet Engine in KR

2015-11-06 Thread Chris Prata
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/27/Me_262_flight_show_at_ILA_2006.jpg > > Does anyone else want to see two of the polish turbines from the sub sonex > on a kr?

KR> Jet vs Turbo prop?

2015-11-04 Thread Chris Prata
Then there is the turbo-ramjet on the SR71. No traditional bypass, and yet also in afterburner all the time, yet efficient! This very cool video makes even a layman such as myself understand the basics... https://youtu.be/F3ao5SCedIk > Date: Wed, 4 Nov 2015 09:57:00 -0600 > To: krnet at

KR> never know what you will find at Craigslist

2015-11-01 Thread Chris Prata
without airworthiness, how could this ever be registered? > > KR2 for sale > > http://morgantown.craigslist.org/for/5284648597.html

KR> about manifold pressure, turbo

2015-10-27 Thread Chris Prata
in the 93 article, this example has my interest because it is exactly what I would like to build (except no header tank). turbo (very) high performance, slightly longer wings, lots of fuel, KR1. and this shows that its been done. but I wander how many hours he put on that plane and if any

KR> Peter Garrison

2015-10-27 Thread Chris Prata
Great article I can only imagine flying a 400hp open cockpit biplane over the darkened landscape of an industrializing, but still agrarian up-and-coming superpower. Those bonfires, wow, and the lights. And, dont forget the "concrete arrows"

KR> Retract Gear

2015-10-27 Thread Chris Prata
hi dan, this is the old school taildragger setup? chris > Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2015 10:51:05 -0700 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: KR> Retract Gear > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: dprich01 at comcast.net > > I have a complete retract gear system for a KR 1 or 2 to include wheels

KR> Kitplanes 1993 KR Articles

2015-10-27 Thread Chris Prata
> > > > Thanks for the effort. Its appreciated.Bill Jacobs > > > > > > -- Original message--From: Chris Prata via KRnet Date: Sat, Oct > > 24, 2015 11:06 PMTo: krnet at list.krnet.org;Cc: Chris Prata;Subject:KR> > > Kitplanes 1993 KR ArticlesFor a

KR> Kitplanes 1993 KR Articles

2015-10-25 Thread Chris Prata
For anyone on the list who is interested, I finally obtained those articles without any missing pages and have scanned them to PDF. If anyone wants a copy shoot me an email. If you take the KR out of the subject and it will end up in my inbox instead of in the krnet folder. I scanned to

KR> Inexpensive ADS-B

2015-10-22 Thread Chris Prata
I may as well put in for it too. This has me curious. Thanks! > Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2015 21:32:55 -0500 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> Inexpensive ADS-B > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: pshows at bayspringstel.net > > I would like to have the info if you could send me a

KR> Battery type

2015-10-16 Thread Chris Prata
I may as well chime in, ran an Odyssey PC625 in my Avid. It is a great, long-lasting durable battery. Longer service life With 3-10 years of service life, ODYSSEY batteries save consumers time, money, and aggravation.Longer cycle life 70% longer cycle life compared to conventional deep cycle

KR> Flight #2

2015-10-16 Thread Chris Prata
Not asking to distract yourself in these early phase 1 hours, but any video available? > Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2015 09:00:05 -0500 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> Flight #2 > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: rkpsk1 at att.net; laser147 at juno.com > > > > I hope I did't

KR> Dissing

2015-10-16 Thread Chris Prata
That word (I just checked) is in Merriam Webster with just that definition, so it has one mainstream. http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dis However, I as a rule, dont use words that originated from "da street" within recent memory, as this word has. I'm sure I use many words that

KR> First flight

2015-10-12 Thread Chris Prata
wow that is a VERY big deal! recently I made my "first purchase" (plans). which is the opposite end of a spectrum! lol congrats > > > Hi everyone, I made my first flight yesterday and approximately 1:30 p.m. I > guess now I can a log one takeoff and one landing. >

KR> Cross-Country flying

2015-10-10 Thread Chris Prata
Colin has pretty much flown around the globe in his... http://www.kr2worldtour.com/photos/ > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2015 15:58:54 -0500 > Subject: KR> Cross-Country flying > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: Twnorman at msn.com > > > > Good afternoon, > > > >

KR> 2015 Gathering photos, link enclosed - rudder pedals?

2015-10-10 Thread Chris Prata
wow, already forwarded it twice. question: what rudder pedals are those? > Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2015 07:48:34 -0600 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> 2015 Gathering photos, link enclosed > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: gliders at spinn.net > > Great pics, Mark. Thanks for

KR> Canopy/Seat

2015-10-03 Thread Chris Prata
hi mac, how much did you lower it also, is that bought seat? List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2015 07:16:15 +0100 To: krnet at list.krnet.org Subject: Re: KR> Canopy/Seat From: krnet at list.krnet.org CC: mac.xm657 at gmail.com This is how I did mine Trevor-Just lower the

KR> WTB KR1 Boat stage

2015-10-02 Thread Chris Prata
hi all, just throwing it out there that if an affordable original spec (no significant changes) kr1 boat stage project turns up, I'd be interested to take a look. thanks

KR> plans bought

2015-09-28 Thread Chris Prata
thanks to steve glover's nvaero, I now have in hand a set of kr1 plans! I have to think of a saying to go with the occasion... Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, And ... NO, WAIT. How about: "In for a penny. In for a pound!"

KR> Several Questions: Running wire in finished wing.

2015-09-23 Thread Chris Prata
Agree, clever! > Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2015 08:02:04 -0500 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: Re: KR> Several Questions: Running wire in finished wing. > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: ppaulvsk at aol.com > > What is an excellent idea. Make sure you don't go though your wing tank if >

KR> Fuel tank pressure test

2015-09-22 Thread Chris Prata
Keep it simple. As long as you factor in the permeability of balloon latex. You'd have to subtract the permeability losses over time to calculate the scope of a leak. I dont have the permeability of latex to air molecules (if you arent using another gas with larger molecules), but you should

KR> Fuel tank pressure test

2015-09-22 Thread Chris Prata
VERY minimal psi I would imagine! > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Mon, 21 Sep 2015 20:20:49 -0400 > Subject: Re: KR> Fuel tank pressure test > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: smcdonal at kos.net > > To pressure test a tank you use a pressure gauge connected to a T > fitting screwed

KR> Cheap ADS-B Receiver

2015-09-18 Thread Chris Prata
ith it yet, but it seems to work well. I was watching airliner > traffic fly overhead on the iPad running WingX. > > There are even free plans that you can download to 3-D print a nice case > to put everything together." > > I think it was Chris Prata knashing his teeth ove

KR> two gathering sites

2015-09-14 Thread Chris Prata
I could probably help with that > Date: Mon, 14 Sep 2015 13:15:38 -0500 > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: KR> two gathering sites > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: flesner at frontier.com > > > > I haven't heard whether Larry wants to use the.com address or just > > continue to use

KR> why two gathering sites (one not working)

2015-09-14 Thread Chris Prata
of something. > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Mon, 14 Sep 2015 13:11:07 -0400 > Subject: Re: KR> why two gathering sites (one not working) > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: deej at deej.net > > On 9/14/2015 1:02 PM, Chris Prata via KRnet wrote: > > http://k

KR> why two gathering sites (one not working)

2015-09-14 Thread Chris Prata
Thanks for posting Gathering photos! I have a question, there seems to be two gathering sites http://krgathering.com/ (Not Working)) http://bouyea.net/KRGathering (Working) I wonder if the broken one could be deleted, or redirected to the working one? Chris > To: krnet at

KR> 2015 Gathering

2015-09-10 Thread Chris Prata
Is it possible to lower costs by, for example, buying silkscreen and making shirts on site, and maybe cook the food there as needed? Could scout food stores nearby and obtain (rent) a big grill. Must be much cheaper than catering and attendees can choose their food on the grocery runs, burgers,

KR> 2015 Gathering pics, older pics web etc

2015-09-10 Thread Chris Prata
I just went to the krgathering.com web page and the 2015 pics are not up (it just happened so...). So I wanted to look at past ones and clicked on the oldest two years. The pics are broken links. I vaguely recall asking about that months ago, offering my time to fix the links, and I very

KR> KRnet Digest, Vol 3, Issue 237

2015-09-09 Thread Chris Prata
There is a spreadsheet in the archives with about a dozen and a half KR's and their specs including performances. I plan to build a bare bones KR1 (although with retracts), using the "new" airfoil and either my Jab 2200 or more likely, a smaller VW with a turbo. Since I like X-C flying, it will

KR> 2015 Gathering

2015-09-09 Thread Chris Prata
how many kr's attended and are there pics posted?

KR> the NEXT KR Gathering, 2016

2015-08-18 Thread Chris Prata
oh. I thought the gatherings were in odd years because this is an odd group. maybe. (build something out of plywood and styrofoam and go 150+ mph in it!) > > By the way, I meant to name this thread "2016", rather than "2017". I > don't even know what year it is anymore... > > Mark Langford

KR> weight and balance

2015-08-17 Thread Chris Prata
The plans call for using 8 inches - 16 inches of the wing cord. So forward point would be 8 inches aft of the wings front edge. Aft would be 16 inches. This is for the RAF 48 airfoil. I wonder if the new airfoil would be different

KR> Filling low spots in cured fiberglass without spending $200 on a can of EA960F

2015-08-14 Thread Chris Prata
is vary heavy. I personally don't us the primer. I have no > trouble seeing were to stop sanding. > > Paul ViskBelleville Il618-406-4705 > > ---- Original message From: Chris Prata via KRnet list.krnet.org> Date: 8/14/2015 10:31 AM (GMT-06:00)

KR> Filling low spots in cured fiberglass without spending $200 on a can of EA960F

2015-08-14 Thread Chris Prata
the article suggests laying on a coat of black primer before filling, to help visualize the topography during sanding. west system's benefit is strong bonding to old work. but with primer in between, the only bond you have think is the primer. at that point, may as well just use body filler,

KR> BRS vs Bean Field

2015-07-31 Thread Chris Prata
I'm new here so why wouldnt I believe the 27 number. Mark could have been flying a prolific number of hours and for decades. As experimental builders/operators, the idea is to try new engineering ideas. I have friends who have run into issues with fueling, cooling, you name it. I think it's

KR> BRS vs Bean Field

2015-07-30 Thread Chris Prata
there's still a few hold outs against safety windshield glass, smoke detectors, and seat belts. maybe you "non weenies" can start a club. > To: krnet at list.krnet.org > Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 06:28:29 -0700 > Subject: Re: KR> BRS vs Bean Field > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: brian.kraut

KR> BRS vs Bean Field

2015-07-30 Thread Chris Prata
thats one idea. but that doesnt save the plane or people on the ground, but it is much cheaper at least. I actually have a backpack chute but a sit on would have the added benefit of cushioning on a very hard landing (late stall etc). although is there headroom? > Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2015

KR> BRS vs Bean Field

2015-07-29 Thread Chris Prata
"We'd rather die than suffer the ignominy of helplessly floating down to earth under a canopy of shame." as opposed to a row of flattened corn of shame? lol I have a friend who built a gorgeous Zenith 701. He was visiting the mid west with it where he is from when a screwdriver left inside

KR> brs vs bean field option

2015-07-28 Thread Chris Prata
they weigh like 18lb, iirc (plus harness). I suppose it has to attach to frt and rear spars on either side of the pilot... how much total weight did you figure? .the key driver is the max gross of the > aircraft. >

KR> brs vs bean field option

2015-07-28 Thread Chris Prata
I live in the northeast (althouh may move west eventually) . we have much less emergency landing topography than almost anywhere else I wonder if anyone has installed a BRS system. they have those which are internal and flush (invisible) the downsides of course in a KR is the loss of cargo

KR> Update2: 2015 KR Gathering at McMinnville - 55 Days & Counting!

2015-07-10 Thread Chris Prata
I am hoping to attend (depending on a couple schedule issues). But it has to be on a budget. I have free plane fare, so car rental and accommodations are the only question. I just checked city-data and the weather at the start of September is 80/50 degrees with low humidity. That sounds like

KR> GP 2180 Valves - prop discussion

2015-07-07 Thread Chris Prata
On my Avid, the Jabiru 2200 had a 56x44 which gave good cruise didnt seem to like climbing. I went with a 64x38 Tenn Prop, and after the first one went back because it wasnt the pitch it was supposed to be (too flat) the real 64x38 gave dramatically better takeoff and climb feel, (and better

KR> Large valves on 2180 VW

2015-07-06 Thread Chris Prata
aside from the valve heat, head quality, engine head temperature, and vale job quality aspects of this, it is interesting to me that a supplier of conversions downgraded to stock valves. so I wonder has anyone run a dyno on the various valve sizes to see power developed at aircraft RPM's? >

KR> testing

2015-07-06 Thread Chris Prata
congrats man, how satisfying you must feel to have arrived at this stage of the process. :) > Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2015 01:11:18 + > To: KRnet at list.krnet.org > Subject: KR> testing > From: krnet at list.krnet.org > CC: rkpsk1 at att.net > > Hi Everyone,In the last three weeks I've been

KR> 200mph KR, richard shirley

2015-07-04 Thread Chris Prata
hi all, I was searching the KR messages database (HUGE advantage to have that resource) for stall speeds and flight test speeds etc. I also found in the archive pages somewhere, a nice excel spreadsheet of about 2 dozen kr's with specs, stall, top, engine, configuration, prop, etc. richard

KR> "Bob Hoover's Blog" VW general info

2015-07-04 Thread Chris Prata
Thanks Wayne, OK I just read his (wifes) last blog post, he passed away Aug 13, 2010 from cancer. The blog is terrific, and he was too from everything what I can see. There is a lot of good VW info. I can save it by "printing" each page to PDF in Chrome, but with hundreds of pages, is there an

KR> Aerovee, Chino, etc.

2015-07-03 Thread Chris Prata
Great post. I would like to ask specifically the differences in what you consider "good" VW conversions vs less good. I truly have no idea and someday will need to know. Also, i have looked at a number of "temporary rides" to fly while buildinga KR and are usually VW power. I wonder what to

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