Re: KRnet> MotorAV

2023-07-25 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
Would that be this Motorav engine? https://www.experimentalaircraft.info/homebuilt-aircraft/motorav-aircraft-engines.php Gavin Magill New Zealand Email: gavin.mag...@gmail.com Mobile: +64 027 291 0525 On Wed, 26 Jul 2023 at 04:15, Myron Freeman via KRnet wrote: > Some of you I may alre

Re: KR> Ash vs. Sitka

2021-01-05 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
I am building using Yellow (Alaskan) Cedar. It sits between Sitka Spruce and Douglas Fir in its strength properties. I wrote up the research I completed and put it on the web at this link. http://www.kiwikr.co.nz/125materials.html Regards Gavin Magill Whitianga New Zealand On Wed, 6 Jan 2021 at

Re: KR> KR 50th anniversary Oshkosh

2020-07-09 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
Same same for us Kiwis. Gavin Magill Email: gavin.mag...@gmail.com Mobile: 027 291 0525 On Fri, 10 Jul 2020 at 10:17, Phillip Matheson via KRnet < krnet@list.krnet.org> wrote: > Sounds like a good reason to get us Aussies to save some money to make the >

Re: KR> In ear headset.

2019-02-13 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
. Regards Gavin Magill Email: gavin.mag...@gmail.com Mobile: 027 291 0525 Auckland NZ. > > Hi, > I hope someone off you is using the new type in ear head set. I am in a > doubt to buy one, so I have more head clearance to the canopy. > what kind of brand should I buyor not buy?

Re: KR> Oshkosh

2018-07-22 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
Was probably a very good decision Larry. There was low cloud, heavy showers and gusty winds from midday through the early part of the afternoon at Oshkosh yesterday. Cleared later in the afternoon for a few hours to allow a good many arrivals. Aircraft kept arriving till late evening but stopped fo

Re: KR> Oshkosh?

2018-06-25 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
who can make it. Regards Gavin Magill Whitianga New Zealand Larry wrote.. > > > So, who is going to Oshkosh this year and what days? > > Larry Flesner > > ___ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/krnet@li

Re: KR> Roy Marsh N133RM

2017-11-04 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
Hi Mike As noted in an earlier post, Roy Marsh's KR is now owned by Bruce Utting of Otaki. Rudi Wenk, the gentleman who imported it in to NZ, passed away in early 2017 and the KR2 was sold by his widow at auction to Bruce. Regards Gavin Magill On 5 November 2017 at 12:57, Mike Stirewal

Re: KR> board feet of wood required

2017-02-22 Thread Gavin Magill via KRnet
ving built a widened KR2S boat, in my humble opinon you should be looking to increase the figures in Larry's link for the longerons and doublers to 5 x 14' lengths. Also increase the amount of 5/8"x5/8" from 120' to 200' or even 250' in 10' lengths for the

KR> KR-2 in "Aftermath", more about spins

2014-09-25 Thread Gavin Magill
Hi Jeff I for one am thankful for your wisdom. I am one of the great unwashed who has never completed a fully developed spin (it not being required as part of the standard PPL syllabus) so I am grateful that those who have the knowledge are happy to share with the rest of us. Many thanks Gavin

KR> LiFePO4 Batteries

2014-07-16 Thread Gavin Magill
Hi Tony Do you have internet links to the incidents to which you refer? I would like to read about what caused the incidents as I am currently considering buying one of these batteries and have a few colleagues who have already purchased them. Cheers Gavin Magill Auckland NZ On 16 July 2014 11

KR> Em I the first to register for Marks EAA Webinar

2014-07-03 Thread Gavin Magill
No you're not Paul. I'm booked in as well. Looking forward to hearing what you have to say Mark. :-) Cheers Gavin Magill Auckland NZ On 3 July 2014 06:07, Paul-Visk via KRnet wrote: > _Building and Flying the Amateur-Built KR-2S_ > (https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/350936082) > >

KR> Roy Marsh's plane

2014-03-14 Thread Gavin Magill
forward you the contact details I have for Rudi. Cheers Gavin gavin.magill at gmail.com On 14 March 2014 13:42, jeffyork40 at yahoo.com wrote: > Wheres it at ? How much ? Details. Im finishng a project and looking for > another. Like the idea of bringing a famous KR back to life, an S an

KR> Roy Marsh's plane

2014-03-14 Thread Gavin Magill
nt. Sadly Rudi now finds that he has reached the age where it is unlikely he will be able to affect the repairs required to bring N133RM back to an airworthy state and is offering the aircraft up for sale. I will keep in contact with Rudi to see what becomes of the aircraft. Regards Gavin Magill A

KR> Paul Lipps

2014-02-26 Thread Gavin Magill
follow up with Keith again this evening to ask if he has had any further feedback, Cheers Gavin Magill Auckland NZ On 26 February 2014 14:16, Larry&Sallie Flesner wrote: > At 03:53 PM 2/25/2014, you wrote: > >> Paul mentioned that Roy Marsh, over 90 years old, was still showing up

KR> figured it out

2013-04-08 Thread Gavin Magill
n't already open), then use the Image>Resize (Ctrl-W) option in the menu to resize the image to a smaller size then click File>Save As (so you don't overwrite the original image). If the image file isn't small enough just repeat till you get the image small enough. Cheers Gav

KR> Mylar Gap seals

2012-05-05 Thread Gavin Magill
Hi Paul This link came from an old post. I think it may be what you are looking for. http://www.wingsandwheels.com/page28.htm?session=GgZfaFR38Eifxoo84akD5Vun7s Cheers Gavin On 5 May 2012 23:02, Paul & Karen Smith wrote: > Has anyone here got a lead on where I can buy Mylar for the

KR> Spring trim system

2011-12-10 Thread Gavin Magill
to my KR as it should simplify the construction of the Horizontal Stab with there being no need to cut out and fit the standard trim tab. Regards Gavin Magill Auckland NZ On 10 December 2011 06:44, Craig Williams wrote: Craig wrote.. > http://www.sonexaircraft.com/orders/tr

KR> Engine Failure on Take OFF.

2011-09-26 Thread Gavin Magill
Glad to hear you are ok Phil. Not good about your plane. Back to the workshop I guess. Hopefully you didn't have too much explaining or paperwork to do for CASA. Regards Gavin On 26 September 2011 23:26, Phil Matheson wrote: > Well, it can happen to you. > > Last night 1730 at

KR> Does a VW block need paint?

2011-08-31 Thread Gavin Magill
ckland/Newsletters_files/SAANZ%20Auckland%20Chapter%20Newsletter%20August%202011.pdf I personally have no experience using the method but thought it might be worth a look. This may be of interest to others on the list. Regards Gavin On 31 August 2011 13:34, Pilot Pond wrote: > My old 1835vw

KR> LaAviator.com Daily News

2011-06-08 Thread Gavin Magill
/06/video-watch-the-low-pass-flyby-to-end-low-pass-<http://www.asylum.co.uk/2011/06/06/video-watch-the-low-pass-flyby-to-end-low-pass-flybys/> flybys/<http://www.asylum.co.uk/2011/06/06/video-watch-the-low-pass-flyby-to-end-low-pass-flybys/> Enjoy. Gavin On 9 June 2011 05:30, wrote:

KR> Tail Plane counter weights

2011-04-25 Thread Gavin Magill
will see an example of how a weight can be attached to the HS as per an RV-6A. http://www.kiwikr.co.nz/085_02_sportavex1.html Also Darren Crompton's elevator page is definately worth a look. http://www.kr-2s.com/elevator.html Hopefully these might be of some use. Cheers Gavin On 26 April 20

KR> Looking for a KR2(S)

2011-03-02 Thread Gavin
e on the market, but I'd like to buy one with no engine, if at all possible. Please email me at kc9...@gmail.com with any adverts or leads! Sincerely, Gavin Rogers

KR> Camera For Filming While Flying

2011-03-01 Thread Gavin Magill
-camera-11-808.html Enjoy. Gavin Magill Auckland NZ (www.kiwikr.co.nz)

KR> Kr Robin Macdonald

2011-02-27 Thread Gavin Magill
has occured in the eastern suburbs of Christchurch. I am sure Robin will answer our emails just as soon as he can. In the meantime I think I would speak for all when I say our thoughts and best wishes go out to him and his family at this time. Regards Gavin Magill Auckland NZ On 26 February 20

KR> Flap Effectiveness - 2nd Pass

2010-08-22 Thread Gavin Magill
Hi Rick I would be very interested in seing pictures of your flap arrangement if possible. Can you please email me some photo's. Thanks you. Gavin Magill Auckland New Zealand (www.kiwikr.co.nz) On 22 August 2010 12:58, R. Human wrote: > OK - let me see if I can help. I have a stand

KR> Update from the archives - Polyester fuel tanks

2010-07-05 Thread Gavin Magill
tank for you rather than forking out the $600 for a set of plans although I don't know how Sonex would feel about that. It would certainly save a heap of time if you don't want to fabricate a fuel tank yourself. Gavin Magill Auckland NZ Mike Taglieri wrote: > For the main ta

KR> FW: thinning t-88

2010-05-05 Thread Gavin Magill
it resistance to the formation for mould and mildew. Regards Gavin Magill Auckland NZ (www.kiwikr.co.nz) On 6 May 2010 10:42, Pete Klapp wrote: > > I remember Dana Overall recently asked the KRnet what could be used to thin > t-88 that he was planning to use to seal the wood on a boat th

KR> west system epoxy

2010-04-27 Thread Gavin Magill
ife of an open container of resin or hardener but If you have any doubts about the state of the product then bin it and buy some more. Glue is relatively cheap when compared to your life. Gavin Magill Auckland New Zealand

KR> Build Log Update

2010-01-18 Thread Gavin Magill
Hello Netters. I have updated my buildlog this evening after having not updated it for a couple of months. Build progress has been somewhat slow over November/December but I am looking forward to a more productive 2010. Any comments and/or broken links please let me know offnet. Regards Gavin

KR> Folding Wing Design

2010-01-11 Thread Gavin Magill
Pat Phil Matheson has the page link listed below on his website of a design he saw at an airshow in Ausy. You may have already seen this or he may have already sent you this link. Not upwards folding but still a folding wing design. http://philskr2.50megs.com/photo5.html Regards Gavin Magill

KR> Re: New Kiwi web site

2009-08-11 Thread Gavin Magill
Hi Guys Thanks for spotting the error. Still shaking out the bugs. :) Regards Gavin <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> RE: KR>

KR> Introduction

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin M. Hill
Greetings all, Just a note to introduce myself. My name is Gavin Hill and I live in the North-East Texas area about 50 miles east of Dallas. I have purchased plans for KR2 #9362/KR-2S # 842. I look forward to getting started. Gavin Hill -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked

KR> Introduction

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin M. Hill
research all the changes done by current builders and do as many of the updates as practical. Hope plagiarism isn't taboo here! I have a feeling Mark Langford will see a lot of his ideas incorporated in mine. Gavin -Original Message- From: krnet-bounces+roadkyng=cebridge@mylis

KR> Windmilling

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin and Louise
Is it possible to restart a VW engine by diving (I mean, make a steep dive in order to increase airflow and possibly force the prop to windmill), or is it a lost case? I wonder, because my VW 2.4 liter does not have a starter motor, and that would be the only way to restart... if it works.

KR> engines

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin and Louise
Well I've got an O200 A. Gav - Original Message - From: "Don Chisholm" >I don't know why nobody is looking at > A series Continentals. They're light, > 170 lbs. with Bendix mags. with > Slicks 6 lbs lighter. They can be easily

KR> Porsche

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Has the question been asked about the Porsche 2.4 litre six cylinder engine?? there is one here for sale at a good price and I was wondering if they are light enough for our use. I believe it's about 200 HP at 6000 rpm, maybe it'll do about 110hp at 3000??? Does anybody know of their weight and

KR> Gear attach fittings

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi all, Is there any real need to flox my Deihl gear leg fittings to the spar ?? I was planning on using some wax paper under them, and then floxing them to the spar so they would be removable if need be. The flox is just there to fill any irregularities on the surface isn't it ?? Gav --- Ou

KR> EJ drive

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Have any of you guys thinking of changing from the Subaru to Corvair power got a used Reduction unit for the EJ series engines for sale??? Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.659 / Virus Database: 423 - Release

KR> Jabiru Engine+Diehl Gear

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
HI Garrie, You must live close to me!! I'm in Gladstone QLD. If you go to the SAAA web site and then look in the classifieds you will see someone in Victoria has a KR2 in boat stage for sale, it has Diehl gear and a host of other things for sale that he won't separate, but it may be

KR> O200

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
HI All, I'm shying away from the EJ22 now in favour of the Continental O200 for weight reasons. Trouble is over here in Australia it's hard to get one (O200). Are they hard to get in the US as well? If not who would be able to help me find one and organise shipping to Australi

KR> Wheel positionong

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi all, I'm fabricating my own Gear legs for a tricycle undercarriage on a KR2S. How far should the wheel axle centre be behind the rear of the front spar ??? Thanks Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.648 / Vi

KR> Trigear

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I own a Grumman Tiger and let me say the nose wheel is only the weak link if the torque tube is delaminating !!! There is nothing wrong with the design, and the aircraft should be treated the same as any other tri undercart aircraft. Most of the prop strikes are when the glue holding the torque tub

KR> Larry Flesner

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Go for 40 inches at the shoulders, that'll be heaps!!! Gav Australia - Original Message - From: "Stephen Jacobs" To: "'KRnet'" Sent: Tuesday, March 23, 2004 6:54 PM Subject: KR> Larry Flesner > Larry > > I am trying to finalize the cockpit width - I have been studying > pictures

KR> EJ 22 engine mount

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi All, I will soon be making my engine mount for my KR2S! I even have the plans from Don Reid but they don't specify the size and wall thickness tube to use. I'm using an EJ22 Subaru engine, can anybody tell me what size tube should be used for this engine??? Thanks, Gavin

KR>Costs with spam cans

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Well I've just completed my annual inspection of my Grumman Tiger, and guess what it came in at just a couple of hundred bucks (and that's Australian money), Not too bad huh !! Bet you're all wondering why I'm building a KR2S? Well I just can't stop thinking about the AUD $30,000 plus I have to

KR>Elevator trim

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi all, I'm beginning to think of what I'll do with my elevator trim! I like the idea of the car electric mirror servo motor, but am wondering how to set up an indicator system so that I can set it to neutral during pre-flight? What did all you others do with yours? Thanks Gavin

KR>Twins

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I have some beaut pics of a twin VW powered plane, though I don't know what it is on my PC. If anybody wants to see it tell me where to send it so someone can post it on to their site. Gavin Australia --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system

KR>These 7 things: Auto vs Aero Engines for Aircraft

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
How many of you know that Subaru started designing and building aircraft and Aero engines before they started to make cars?? Gavin Australia > Well the crank shaft on a auto engine in most cases is supported by the use of a reduction drive to get the maximum efficencyand I don&#x

KR>Spar questions

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
in there?? seems to me there is a lot of filling to do (well not a lot really) but seems the easiest way I can think of is to just wipe the glue in with my fingers and try to get full penetration. Thanks in advance Gavin Australia Home of Steve Irwin, model father (LOL) --- Outgoing

KR>Hinges

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
What are the piano hinges for the ailerons made of? are they aluminium? If it's aluminium are Wicks and Spruce the best places to get it? My local cabinet supplier has brass piano hinge on a roll though I suspect it will be a little heavy. Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checke

KR>Waf's

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
nd fabricate a nose strut to suit the prop I'm going to use, what size tube should I use for the nose strut? I assume it's about 1" dia but what should the wall thickness be ( what is Dan Diehl using ?) Thanks Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Che

KR>Tempering 4130

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Oh I forgot can anybody tell me how to or where to get the information on tempering the 4130 tube for the nose strut I'm going to make? I've spoken with the local spring works and they have all the computerised gear, all they require from me is the tempering info. Tha

KR>Brakes

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
t; wheels and a tri gear. Gavin Australia --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.553 / Virus Database: 345 - Release Date: 12/18/03

KR>Brakes

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I'm interested Tim can you contact me off the list and tell me more about them? bear in mind that I'm in Australia and shipping may be more than that . thanks Gavin gavinandlou...@bigpond.com - Original Message - From: "Timothy Bellville" To: Sent: Tuesday, Decem

Kr>Aluminum Kit

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
same size materials needed. Sorry I've misplaced mine since then. Gavin Australia - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Saturday, December 13, 2003 10:55 AM Subject: Kr>Aluminum Kit > Im not interested in the parts themselves. I want the material inventory > list y

KR>type IV conversion manual dene colllet

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Your defeating the purpose if you put loctite on the taper, It's simply not required and will weaken the locking effect of the taper. Gavin Australia - Original Message - From: "Dene Collett (SA)" To: "KRnet" Sent: Tuesday, November 18, 2003 6:35 A

KR>Les Palmer

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi all, I've been trying to contact Les and he's not answering !! does anybody know if he's away ?? Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.535 / Virus Database: 330 - Release Date: 01/11/2003

KR>5048 wing

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi all, Well I'll soon be starting on my wing and I've chosen the 5048, are there any good or bad reports about it yet ?? hows the performance shaping up?? Gavin Australia --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Versio

KR>5048 wing

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
That's right I've printed your plans from the pdf out and cut the templates/ribs from the plans. it is 5048 / 5046 Gav - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford" To: "KRnet" Sent: Monday, November 10, 2003 10:21 AM Subject: Re: KR>5048 wing >

KR>Les Palmer

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I finally got in touch with Les Palmer. What a nice Guy, He is going to post me off a whole bunch of info about the EJ22 conversion because he's talked me into using one instead of the EA81 Subaru in my KR. I know they're heavy but I'm light and so is my wife so I think It&#

KR>first flight in a kr-2s

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Can you let us all know the performance figures with the Jab 3300 engine ??? Gav - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2003 1:35 PM Subject: KR>first flight in a kr-2s > Hi guys, I just wanted to let you know today I got a chance to go for a > flight with Ken

KR>takeoff/rotate technique

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
How does it climb?? sorry I don't know!!! - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Friday, November 07, 2003 5:51 AM Subject: Re: KR>takeoff/rotate technique > Yes, things are different with a Subaru. My KR-2S has an EJ-22. It rotates > at 60 mph...and then climbs likewell, you know

KR>Psru

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
available please? Thanks Gavin Australia --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.535 / Virus Database: 330 - Release Date: 01/11/2003

KR>Fiberglass

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
ple like myself who are all alone out here with no local help. Gavin, You are right, this is your only hope. I looked for the answer to your question in AS and Wickes. I found an Email address of pi...@beegroup.com and my request to them was returned, address not known. There ain't no bla

KR>Fiberglass

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
anyway so a local product is for me. Gav - Original Message - From: "Gavin Donohoe" To: "KR builders and pilots" Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2003 9:46 PM Subject: Re: KR>Fiberglass > I wasn't serious about the black list stuff, it just seems silly to me t

KR>First Flight for N4027Y

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
what reduction ratio are you using?? Gavin - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2003 4:28 PM Subject: KR>First Flight for N4027Y > Ladies and Gentlemen of the KRNET: > > It is my proud honor to announce that after 3 1/2 years of dedicated > c

KR>First Flight for N4027Y

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Sorry but what size prop are you using as and who's reduction unit (gear or Belt drive) well?? I'm planning on a HO EA81 Subaru engine and expect about the same power. Gav - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2003 4:28 PM Subject: KR>First Flight for N4027Y > La

KR>Brown and Bailies VW

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Has anybody heard of Brown and Bailies VW conversions?? Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.535 / Virus Database: 330 - Release Date: 01/11/2003

KR>Controls

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi all, I'm making my dual control stick assy the same as Mark Langford's from bits and pieces around the workshop, and I have some 1 1/8" T6 alum tube I was thinking of using for the stick. Has anybody any ideas as whether this is going to be too large Diameter to be practical?? by this I m

KR>Fibreglass

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi again, OK so I don't know much about fibreglass yet though I have the feeling that I will soon. I've searched through the instruction book and can't find anywhere where it says what weight glass to use. Can someone give me a list of glass weights for the various areas of the KR2S? And if yo

Fw: KR>Fibreglass

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Oh and how much resin should I need?? I'll be using the West System Thanks Gav - Original Message - From: "Gavin Donohoe" To: "KR builders and pilots" Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2003 11:10 PM Subject: KR>Fibreglass > Hi again, > OK so I don't

KR>Fiberglass

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Well I guess all of you have nothing holding your KR's together other than epoxy! I thought this list was to help people like myself who are all alone out here with no local help. You know I really don't have the information in my instruction book or the plans. Why doesn't someone tell me wh

KR>(no subject)

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Guess I'll just call RR Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.530 / Virus Database: 325 - Release Date: 22/10/2003

KR>Props

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
reciate any advice on this. My boat is almost finished, what a relief that'll be !!! Thanks Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.525 / Virus Database: 322 - Release Date: 09/10/2003

KR>Lyc 0235 l2c

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi Gang , Has anybody used a Lycoming 0235 L2C from a C 152 and hows the performance weight etc?? looks like I can get one at a good price!!! I'm planning on a wooden prop what dia and pitch? Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisof

KR>Lyc again

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I believe in the U.S there are suppliers for after market parts for Lycoming engines, so as to avoid the high costs of genuine parts can anybody advise me of some suppliers? Prices are outrageous here in Australia and I intend to overhaul myself!! Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Fr

KR>Fuselage sides

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Thanks all. Gav - Original Message - From: "Larry A Capps" To: "'KR builders and pilots'" Sent: Monday, September 29, 2003 10:22 PM Subject: KR>Fuselage sides > Supplier of Deck Cloth: > > RAKA > > http://www.raka.com/fibergla.htm > > CLOTH WEIGHT X WIDTH (INCHES) X 30 YDS > >

KR>Vw v's Subaru

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
!!! but do I sacrifice HP over the Subaru?? as the revs are lower. Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.522 / Virus Database: 320 - Release Date: 29/09/2003

KR>Engines

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
eft of the correct model for modification?? Hows the weight of an O200 conti compare to these options ? Thanks Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.520 / Virus Database: 318 - Release Date: 18/09/2003

KR>Fuselage sides

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi again, Things are progressing fairly quickly here, though I've looked hard I can't seem to work out wether the fuselage sides and bottom are eventually covered with glass !! Doesn't seem to say anywhere. Help??? Has anyone formed their own gear legs from multiple lay-ups of glass ? If so how

KR>Vert Stab

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Is it true that with the new vert stab it's a couple of inches higher?? as I see it the profile plans say the top rib should be 34 inches above the top longeron and this puts it well above the old one on the plans. This means that instead of the tail post being 40" tall it has to be 45". Gav

KR>Spars

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Is it really that important which way the grain in the spars run ?? Do the grain lines run vertical or horizontal when looking from the end if the spar material. Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.521 / Virus

KR>Original KR

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Are the original KR1/KR2's of Ken Rand still around??? Can someone fill me in on the history?? Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.520 / Virus Database: 318 - Release Date: 18/09/2003

KR>wood tester

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Can anybody help me with an IZOD tester for wood ?? as here in Australia we are approved to use a local pine called Hoop and I need to test it's properties first. The tester uses a weight swinging and striking the test piece and measuring what the breaking ft/lb is. Maybe some can direct me to

KR>Spars

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I've been reading on Marks site about the new airfoils and have decided to go with the 5048/6 option !! I also like the idea of starting the wing dihedral inboard of the first rib. Has anybody done this yet and how was it done ?? I have lots of timber but not the right thickness, Is it stronger

KR>Glue joints

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
successful? Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.518 / Virus Database: 316 - Release Date: 11/09/2003

KR>Aussie Steel

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
OK all of you aussie KR netters, can you help me find out where to source the 4130 steel and 6061-t6 for the Kr2 components ??? I've been unsuccessful so far and any help would be appreciated. Maybe someone has some left over that they want to sell off!!! contact me by e-mail at gavinandlou...

KR>VW/Zenith carb

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Try the accelerator pump, it's probably not working at all. Gav - Original Message - From: "Brian Kraut" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2003 11:19 AM Subject: KR>VW/Zenith carb > I have been doing a lot of engine adjustments and running on the ground this weekend. I have a 2180 VW

KR>Cocpit Widths

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I've been studying the plans for a few days now, and you can imagine my surprise to find out that the KR2S plans don't actually allow for widening of the cockpit in the area that we sit !!! I always assumed that the cockpit was stretched as well as everything else, I've got a Grumman Tiger at th

KR>Wing Profiles

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
haping up?? Has there been any change from the 5048 section lately to anything more suited?? Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.510 / Virus Database: 307 - Release Date: 14/08/2003

KR>Fixed verses retract

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Seems like all of us build the KR because of it's speed on moderate HP!! I'm starting a project soon on a KR2S and I am wondering about retractable verses fixed gear?? What are the speed penalties for the fixed? I'm planning on a tricycle cart at the moment. Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified V

KR>KR 2S Plans

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Does anybody have some KR2S plans unused available, at a discounted price? Thanks Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.502 / Virus Database: 300 - Release Date: 7/18/03

KR>Engine weights

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Recently there was a post about the weights of most common KR engines !!! And I've lost the web site that tells all. Can someone please let me know how to find it again? Thanks Gav --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version

KR>KR2s Internal Dimensions

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
I'm soon to buy the plans for a KR2S project!! Can someone tell me how wide the cabin is at about shoulder level from the plans? Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.504 / Virus Database: 302 - Re

KR>New wing plans

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Hi All, I Have been trying to print the plans for the new wing profiles, which I downloaded from the net in PDF format !!! But I can't make it happen, Can anybody please tell me how it's to be done so that I can have a good look at them in full size? Gavin --- Outgoi

KR>Fw:

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
ed to believe?? Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.497 / Virus Database: 296 - Release Date: 7/4/03

KR>Subaru Power

2008-10-12 Thread Gavin Donohoe
Has anybody tried Subaru power and was it successful?? What kind of horsepower and performance did you get ??? Does the extra weight over aircooled engines affect overall performance? Thanks Gavin --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http