KR> Removable turtle deck

Its the back half off a Piel Emeraude, but turned around to make it a bit slicker. I am at last getting on with it having got the approvals for all my mods and the Jabiru. Just done the toe brakes, thanks for the design on your website, Mark. Just about to start on the firewall forward. I

KR> Removable turtle deck

and turtle deck! Peter Drake Hereford UK Subject: KR> Removable turtle deck Does anyone besides Mark have a removable turtle deck or in the process of making one? I have mine attached with expanding foam. it would be so simple right now to lay the fiberglass and be done with it.

KR> UK aircraft grade lumber supplier?

Rogelio The sitka grown in the UK is only good for matchsticks and construction it grows too fast. We use it graded to C16 for construction which is on the limit. Baltic pine is too dense and not as strong. I have got Douglas fir spars on mine, but they are heavy compared to spruce and must be

KR> UK aircraft grade lumber supplier?

Mark I thought I enjoyed a chase, but that one is wearing a bit thin now! Peter Drake -Original Message- From: Mark Langford via KRnet List-Post: krnet@list.krnet.org Date: 03 March 2015 03:13 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR> UK aircraft grade lumber supplier? But some people enjoy the ch

KR> UK aircraft grade lumber supplier?

experience! Getting spruce in the UK is difficult. However I have found a source in Oxfordshire called Bygone Aviation near Witney. (Matt at bygoneaviation.com). Give me a call on 01497 847340 if you want a chat. Cheers Peter Drake -Original Message- From: Rogelio M. Serrano Jr. via

KR> Firewall

Hi All I have just got a sheet of 0.5mm Titanium for my firewall. Has anyone got any tips on how best to attach it to the ply bulkhead. Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Spruce Fungus?

damp. This is likely to be blue stain which does not affect the strength. However it is vital that the timber is dried out properly if there is any suspicion that it may have got damp. I hope that this clears this one up! Peter Drake Hereford UK Maybe some really qualified person will chime

KR> Polystyrene bonding

mount the other day, beginning to look like an aeroplane! Pics of the radical surgery I had to undertake cutting off the 6" my predecessor added to the fuse so that the 3300 would fit. see www.peterskr2s.co.uk Peter Drake Hereford UK What is suggested or most commonly used to bind polyst

KR> Got the go ahead

ewall as well. I have got to get some more spruce for this. Does anyone know what the minimum grain count (rings per inch) I should be looking for. At last I can get on with it, its been over two years wrestling with red tape, not to mention the bill for the engineer. Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> UK Weather Forecasts

Hi mike That looks like a good resource. I've just watched the current bulletin and am even more depressed than I was before! Peter Drake Hereford UK -Original Message- From: Mike Sent: Wednesday, January 29, 2014 2:14 PM To: krnet at list.krnet.org Subject: KR> UK Weather Foreca

KR> Emailing: KR 4271 (3)

Hi Don Nice plane What kind of take off run and climb rate do you get? Peter Drake Hereford UK -Original Message- From: Don Laverick atached is a shot of my KR2Ss which has A Jabiru 80 hp 4 cylinder engine The plane does 140 knots WOT using 22 litres per hour at 3300rpm

KR> ethanol-free fuel link

We now have 90UL Avgas which is cleared for use on most engines like Lycomings in the UK. It is 20% cheaper than 100LL and our fuel costs are way higher than in the US. I have been running it in by PA28 140 for about a year with no ill effects. Peter Drake UK "It will be a great day

KR> front-hinging a side-hinged canopy how-to

Hi Mark I have made an aluminium canopy based on your original canopy with cranked hinges. How did you go about making closing catches? I can't decide which way to go. Peter Drake Hereford UK www.petersKR2s.co.uk -Original Message- From: Mark Langford Sent: Monday, July 22, 2013 1:36

KR> Jabiru on a KR

Thanks Mike, I have emailed him I see from the archives that Dene Collett has some engine mount drawings or data. Dene if you see this are you able to help me? Peter Drake www.peterskr2s.co.uk - Original Message - From: <laser...@juno.com> To: <kr...@mylist.net> S

KR> RE: needs advice

Hi Brian You can't post photos to the Net. Put them on a website and point us to it. I'm in the UK so a phone call might be a bit expensive! Peter www.peterskr2s.co.uk - Original Message - From: "Brian Coss" To: "KRnet" Sent: Sunday,

KR> New Pics

stress analysis calcs on the fire wall for using this Jabiru 3300 we have bought. No reply from Bill Marcy or his charity. 60% etc. Peter Drake Hereford UK www.peterskr2s.co.uk -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. We are a community of 7 million users fighting spam. SPAMfighter

KR> KR-2 Wood (a bit long story)

Herry I think you were very wise not to fly a plane built with Rhamin. It is a short-fibered hardwood totally unsuitable for this kind of structural use. Peter Drake www.peterskr2s.co.uk I live in Indonesia, plenty of wood, found wood called RHAMIN (in Sumatera and Borneo), it has very nice

KR> Douglas Fir Veneer and Yellow cedar Veneer

Steve A veneer is a very thin sheet of decorative timber usually bonded to another cheaper timber. Also plywood is made up of veneers maybe only 1mm or less thick. You should be looking for clear lumber for your KR. I don't know what exact terms you use in the US for this. Peter Drake Hereford

KR> Jabiru 3300 weight vs corvair

without numbers, so I hope Bill can come up with some. Many thanks for your help. Peter Drake www.peterskr2s.co.uk - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford" <m...@n56ml.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 10:54 PM Subject: Re: K

KR> Jabiru 3300

data that I can hit him back with? A frustrated Peter Drake Hereford UK -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. We are a community of 7 million users fighting spam. SPAMfighter has removed 886 of my spam emails to date. Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len

KR> Jabiru 3300

Hi I have just had an email from the cheif engineer of the LAA and he has refused to let us use a Jabiru 3300 in a KR2S because he says it is too powerful! Has anyone got any stress data that I can hit him back with? A frustrated Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From

KR> Jabiru 3300

t; <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 4:01 PM Subject: Re: KR> Jabiru 3300 Why not a 3.0 liter corvair it's 120Hp. Even with shipping it's way cheaper than the Jabiru. Craig www.kr2seafury.com --- On Mon, 8/22/11, Peter Drake <p...@kingsland.uk.com> wrote: &

KR> Jabiru 3300

Hi All There has been some discussion about Jabiru engines. I am in the process of purchasing a Jabiru 3300 for my KR2s We feel we need the extra grunt of 120hp to get out of some of the tiny farm strips we have in the UK. Is there anyone flying a KR with one out there? Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Jabiru powered KR2-S

Barry and all I am in the process of purchasing a Jabiru 3300 for my KR2s We feel we need the extra grunt of 120hp to get out of some of the tiny farm strips we have in the UK. Is there anyone flying a KR with one out there? Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "

KR> Kr Robin Macdonald

Peter Drake Hereford UK -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. We are a community of 7 million users fighting spam. SPAMfighter has removed 1555 of my spam emails to date. Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len The Professional version does not have this message

KR> Robin Macdonald

Has anyone heard from Robin Macdonald in NZ He lives very close to the earthquake epicentre. I emailed him just after it happened and have not had a reply. Peter Drake UK -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. We are a community of 7 million users fighting spam. SPAMfighter has removed

KR> Larry F.

Dan The last post that I had from him was from the following address: fles...@frontier.com Peter - Original Message - From: "Dan Heath" To: "'KRnet'" ; "'Larry Flesner'" Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 4:08 PM Subject: KR>

KR> Re : Mark Langford

Hi My aileron pushrod control system is based on Ken Atkinsons design. I used his drawings and then adapted them to suit my project. Contact me off net if you would like a set of my drawings. Phil, I think it is about time we met up, Whereabouts are you? I'm near Hay on Wye. Peter Drake

KR> Re : Mark Langford

Congrats to Mark. When are you coming over here again Mark? I'd like to show my project. I've just uploaded some pics of my flap/airbrake control onto my website www.peterskr2s.co.uk I have used the stock lever design with a Bowden push-pull cable to the torque bar. Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Re: Sanding Vinyl Ester Layup

Polyvinyl acrylate That is white wood glue. Peter Drake UK rdrace...@aol.com> Re: Sanding Vinyl Ester Layup What is PVA? -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. We are a community of 7 million users fighting spam. SPAMfighter has removed 763 of my spam emails to date. Get the f

KR> Glassing wings

Robin I layed up the whole top and then the whole bottom with a 2" overlap at the leading edge (where its needed). I then propped the wing up on the trailing edge and the laid up the second layer forward of the main spar in one piece. Each to his own... Peter Drake - Original Me

KR> Photos

The seat was a 2 stage process. First I made a pair of ply formers and mounted them in a frame Then I glued in 3 pieces of 2" foam and sanded them to the formers Then I glassed the sanded surface then I removed it from the frame and turned it over, resetting it so that the foam was about 3/8"

KR> Photos

It most certainly is! We do garages, stables, workshops etc. I'm just about to do a clubhouse/pavilion for the local Kart track. Peter - Original Message - From: "Fred Johnson" To: "'KRnet'" Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 5:33 PM Subject: RE: KR>

KR> Photos

Hi It seems my emails are being swallowed up by a spam filter somewhere I have just uploaded a whole lot of new photos of my project on my website www.peterskr2s.co.uk Peter Drake Hereford UK -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter. We are a community of 7 million users fighting spam

KR> Wing gap cover screws ?

Hi I have made the wing gaps about 1/16", although I may increase this a bit. I am now trying to find PVC "T" section piping to fit in the gap to finish it off. I am making aluminium plates to cover the holes for the WAF bolts which will be mounted on Camlock fasteners. Peter Hereford UK

KR> Electric Trim

Dave I have used a heavy duty model airplane radio control servo with a servo tester circuit as a controller. It hasn't flown yet so I don't know whether the servo is powerful enough. I tried the wing mirror servo method with a servo off a Jeep Cherokee, but I couldn't get it to operate fast

KR> Aileron counterbalances

Phil Did the gusset cut into the aileron spar? Peter - Original Message - From: "phillip matheson" To: "KRnet" Sent: Monday, February 22, 2010 8:17 AM Subject: Re: KR> Aileron counterbalances I'm not much of an expert on that but mine are

KR> Aileron counterbalances

Thanks Larry What thickness steel should I use? Peter >There were some posts a couple of years back about it, suggesting >steel would be best, what size and thickness? Should I use angle >rather than bending some plate up?

KR> Aileron counterbalances

angle rather than bending some plate up? Thanks Peter Drake UK

KR> today's flight

Mark Here in the UK we have a "Cloud Appreciation Society", You should be a member! Peter Drake Mark wrote: I flew a little today, and it was a real hoot. See the top two pictures at http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/sunsets/ ___ Search the KRne

KR> Re: Folding wings

says he can rig it in about 45 minutes. Unfortunately he does not use a computer so you can't contact him on line. I have some pics I took of it when I visited him last year, contact me off net and I will send them. Peter Drake - Original Message - From: <hart...@charter.net> T

KR> Glueing Foam

. Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "Robin Macdonald" <r.macdon...@clear.net.nz> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Thursday, January 14, 2010 7:45 PM Subject: KR> Glueing Foam Guys, I am in the process of glueing the foam to the spars, wing lead

KR> William Walsh

The CEO Of British Airways is called Willie Walsh. I'm sure that he can't be the same guy! Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "Lee Van Dyke" <l...@vandyke5.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2010 6:44 PM Subject: KR> W

KR> 2600cc VW/Porsche Type 4 for sale

Hi Ron What weight is the engine? Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Ronald Piekaar" <ifixthi...@rcabletv.com> To: <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Saturday, December 12, 2009 12:29 AM Subject: KR> 2600cc VW/Porsche Type 4 for sale Hi everyone in KR

KR> Paint

t how hard it was. Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "bobby burington" <bobbycrea...@yahoo.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Thursday, November 26, 2009 6:10 PM Subject: KR> Paint Hello All , Hope everyone is having a great Tha

KR> gap between wings

tion plate on the underneath. Any comments Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "John Martindale" <john_martind...@bigpond.com> To: "'KRnet'" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 12:44 AM Subject: RE: KR> gap between wings

KR> Interesting videos

Paul This is similar to the method I used for my wing tips, except I didn't have a former every 2". I just cut 2" layers of foam to the slice profiles, then stuck them all together and then sanded them off. See www.peterskr2s.co.uk Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message -

KR> South African Speed Record - KR2

Willie What make of VW turbo engine did the KR2 that broke the record have? Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "Willie van der Walt" <touri...@intekom.co.za> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:15 PM Subject: KR> South African Speed Record - KR2

KR> Biggin Hill "Air Fair"

Mark If you want to buy bits for air craft, I suggest you get along to one of the LAA regional events. Here you can get up close to the aircraft and they have a few stands selling stuff. See http://www.lightaircraftassociation.co.uk/. for venues. Peter Drake - Original Message - From

KR> Plexiglas Spray Lat Removal

I suggest after you have sanded it down to 2000 grit, you polish it with fine paint cutting compound like T-cut. I have used this to restore scratched CDs, it works well. Peter Drake - Original Message - From: <mplane...@aol.com> To: <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Wednesday, June

KR> the weather

office do use radar, but I don't know what type. Was the fly-in at Popham good this year? I was hoping to go myself but other things got in the way, not least the weather! Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Mark Langford" <n5...@hiwaay.net> To: "KRn

KR> English Langford

We don't all talk like Biggles over here! Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "Mark Jones" <flyk...@charter.net> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Sunday, February 22, 2009 3:15 PM Subject: KR> English Langford >- Original Message -

KR> Re: Inspection

Dave Yes I have used it throughout the wings and tail. I know its not called for in the plans. I took this project over from a friend who had already planned to use the blue. He is a glider man and they use it a lot. I have also been looking at the construction of the Europa which also uses it

KR> Inspection

wood blooks, in the orignal RR only use 0.90 aluminium. What was the dia of the bolts that held the rod ends onto the spars , I want to use 3/16th dia. Robin. - Original Message - From: "Peter Drake" <p...@kingsland.uk.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> S

KR> Inspection

Hi Barry I agree with you. However we operate in a very different environment here and these blocks were specified by the chief engineer of the LAA, so I had no choice but to comply. The inspector is just there to check that it has been done as specified. Peter - Original Message -

KR> Re: Inspection

? Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "smwood" <smw...@md.metrocast.net> To: <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2009 3:22 AM Subject: KR> Re: Inspection Peter, Take care not to spill any fuel on the styrofoa

KR> Inspection

the seat, with blue styrofoam and a layer of bid both sides, it is fantastically strong and very light. photos soon. I'll soon be able to start glassing the tail and wings, when the weather gets a bit warmer. Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> A master list of weight-saving build techniques?

I didnt say that solid mahogany was not strong enough. However the "mahogany" used in Far Eastern plywood which is what you will buy down at the depot is a mixture of species which are mostly Mahogany substitutes which are not a strong as real Honduras or Brazilian Mahogany. P

KR> A master list of weight-saving build techniques?

Rick I would agree with all of that except the mahogany ply. It does not have anything like the strength of Birch. We are not allowed to use it structurally in the UK because of this. Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: <rahu...@peoplepc.com> To: "KRnet" &

KR> acetone in epoxy mixes

Dont drink Methylated spirits it is methyl alcohol which makes you go blind! Peter Drake Hereford, England. - Original Message - From: "Phil Matheson" <phillipmathe...@bigpond.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Friday, May 18, 2007 2:06 AM Subject

KR> Web hosting

Hi can anyone recommend a free website service so I can put some pics up for you guys to have a look at? Peter Drake

KR> Fw: Pushrod ends

ec. rivets should I use to fix the inserts into the tubes? Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Fw: Pushrod ends

Thanks Ed I finally found them in the LAS Catalogue (UK agents for ACS) under another more complicated code. Why cant they make these things more simple! Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "Ed Jeffko" <riovi...@bossig.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net>

KR> Dr Dean Hinges

A question for Mark Langford: The Dr Dean hinges you have used look like a really neat solution. However I have one query. How do you lock the bolt holding the MW3 Rod end in position? All the others have self locking nuts, but there is no nut to lock here. Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Dr Dean Hinges

It seems that epoxy is the way to go. I was wondering if Loctite on the threads would be acceptable. Peter > Hi Peter > > I am using dean hinges and I have locked the bolt in position by > gluing them with t88 and flox. > the hime joint mw3 is held in position by the I bolt which I have > also

KR> Pushrods and NACA ducts

hole to take a rod end be suitable? The weight saving over T45 or 4130 would be significant. Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Pete Diffey" <pe...@heroic.co.uk> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Wednesday, October 18, 2006 1:30 AM Sub

KR> KR Info site update

A question for Mark Langford I am using a similar elevator linkage set up to yours with rods & cables. Did you use any kind of bushing where the bellcranks pivot on the bolt? and what lever arm distances for the cable shackles and rod linkages were on these bellcranks? Thanks Peter D

KR> Elevator linkages

able or is there another way round it? Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Gorilla Glue/Urethane Glue results

great for wood to wood structural joints, my advice: stick to the proven systems eg. T88 or Aerolite. Peter Drake Hereford UK -Original Message- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of Steve Jacobs Sent: 30 August 2006 15:39 To: KRnet Subject: Re: KR

KR> (no subject)

Hi Guys I have got my wing spars all set up and wonder if it would be a good idea to give them a coat of epoxy before I glue any foam on. will the epoxy weaken any bonds, and will it cause any problems later when I start glassing? -- Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> CAD Software

Hi Microsoft Visio is idiot proof! Although it is only 2D. I use it for my business as well as my KR Peter On Tue, 02 May 2006 03:50:41 +0100, Bill Johnson wrote: > KR Netters (especially you CAD guys): > This question is a two-parter: 1) What CAD software do you use and, 2)

KR> Engines

Hi Tim We've been thinking of a Jab6 for our KR2S. Here in the UK we are restricted to 500 KG MAUW and the Corvair is too heavy for us to have a meaningful payload. The downside is the cost, so the Rotax 912 looks more likely for us. Peter Hereford UK On Tue, 14 Feb 2006 15:05:01 -,

Réf. : Re: KR> "Mil" as in MILIMETERS off topic

Well mostly! We still buy our lumber in metric feet! Peter Drake Hereford UK On Sat, 14 Jan 2006 17:56:06 -, Serge VIDAL <serge.vi...@sagem.com> wrote: > Well, Frank, the Brits did it! They switched to metric in 1965, and never > looked back! Why did they do it? Well, si

Réf. : Re: KR> "Mil" as in MILIMETERS off topic

t set of standard dimensions. So we havent really gone metric at all! Hee Hee! Peter Drake On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 17:22:49 -, Joachim Saupe <jsaupe6...@earthlink.net> wrote: > What are metric feet? > Joachim > > >> [Original Message] >> From: Peter Drak

KR> Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to all you KRnuts across the pond. WAF problems sorted out. Starting on controls over the holidays. A prosperous New Year to you all. Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> WAFs revisited

y fix it?", but this is what we have to put up with over here. Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Ron Freiberger" <ronandmar...@earthlink.net> To: "'KRnet'" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 5:51 PM Subject: KR> WAFs revi

Fw: KR> control movement for airlerons

- Original Message - From: Mac McConnell-Wood To: peterdr...@kingslandstabling.com Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 10:05 AM Subject: RE: KR> control movement for airlerons Peter, Sympathies are with you over the WAF's -The PFA are great at reinventing the wheel! I recall some of

KR> KR2 wing removal

Pete To make KR2 wings easily removable would require a fairly major modification. The PFA dont like KR's anyway so a mod of this kind would a fairly big hurdle to cross... Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Peter Diffey" <pe...@heroic.co.uk> To: &

KR> WAF's

Should you varnish the wood before sticking foam to it? I would have thought it might not bond so well with a layer of varnish in between. Peter Drake Hereford England - Original Message - From: "Orma" <o...@aviation-mechanics.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist

KR> Control cables/rudder springs

its of return springs on the pedals against >>a >>cable run around? >>Peter Drake > ++ > > I used springs like Mark Jones and with 170 hours on the KR it > seems to work well. It just seeme

KR> Control cables

Hi all What diameter cable should I use for rudder controls. I cant find this info on any of the plans or the manual, or should I just get new glasses! Peter Drake Hereford UK

KR> Control cables

Thanks for that. Have you any opions on the merits of return springs on the pedals against a cable run around? Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Mark Jones" <mjo...@muellersales.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Friday, Octo

Re: Réf. : KR> Bellcranks

Serge Are you using a push rod system for aileron and/or elevator? If so I would like to see your drawings if possible Thanks Peter Drake Hereford UK - Original Message - From: "Serge VIDAL" <serge.vi...@sagem.com> To: "KRnet" <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Thur

KR> Pushtube control

Colin This looks very similar to what I'm planning to do for the elevator. As far as I could see you stuck to the original cable design for the ailerons is this correct? Have you any opinions on the merits of rod connections for the ailerons? Peter - Original Message - From: "Colin

KR> Control System

Has anyone got a design for a rod aileron control system, for KR2s? Peter

KR> Re: Engine CHT temps

- Original Message - From: Mac McConnell-Wood To: peterdr...@kingslandstabling.com Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2005 8:57 PM Subject: Engine CHT temps Peter, Can you ask the group what are acceptable CHT temps for a Revmaster/VW, .I have a Revmaster running at the bottom

KR> Procedure to cover glass cloth on foam.

I have seen "peel-ply" mentioned several times. What is it? Peter - Original Message - From: "Ron Eason" To: "KRnet" Sent: Monday, August 22, 2005 9:51 PM Subject: Re: KR> Procedure to cover glass cloth on foam. > Their is some variations

KR> Epoxy

Can anyone tell me what is the best type of epoxy to stick Polystyrene foam to wood? I have tried builders gapfilling foam from an aerosol. It sticks wonderfully but because of its expanding properties it tends to distort structures. Peter

KR> Epoxy

Larry Do you mean the stuff out of a gun? Peter - Original Message - From: "larry flesner" To: "KRnet" Sent: Monday, August 15, 2005 3:18 PM Subject: Re: KR> Epoxy > At 02:56 PM 8/15/05 +0100, you wrote: >>Can anyone tell me what is the best type

KR> Epoxy

I tried hot glue last night. AAARGH! I'm using Blue Styrofoam - it melts it! I like the sound of Elmers polyurethane glue only we dont get Elmers here in the UK. So I'm looking for an equivalent available here. Any ideas? Peter - Original Message - From: To:

KR> Epoxy

Ron and All Thank you all for your kind suggestions. It has been very helpful. I have found a source of Gorilla Polyurethane glue and have ordered some! Thanks All Peter - Original Message - From: "Ron Eason" To: "KRnet" Sent: Tuesday, August

KR> Starting the adventure!

Hi Cris I am in the UK. Perhaps we should start a Euro KR builders club? I took over a part built KR2s which had many modifications, some documented some not. I dont know the system in Italy, but homebuilding is very strictly regulated in the UK and you will need to register your project with

KR> WAF

Larry I took over this project after the mods had been approved. I am not entirely sure what the rationale behind the strengthened WAFs was, however I will enquire with the previous owner and let you know. Peter - Original Message - From: "larry flesner" To:

KR> WAF

Mark I agree with you, but here in the UK we have an organisation called the CAA ("campaign against aviation" otherwise known as the Civil Aviation Authority) who are hell bent on specifying homebuilds out of existence! They have recently tightened the regulations so much that modifications

KR> WAF

Pat Increasing the outer sections would be yet another modification and knowing the PFA they would have required the WAFS to be stronger still, along with the spars! Peter - Original Message - From: "patrusso" To: "KRnet" Sent: Thursday, July 21,

KR> ailerons

Lee I wondered about this point. I was considering perhaps inserting blocks between the strip that holds the piano hinge and the rear spar to ensure a more solid mounting. Has anyone done it like this? Peter Drake Hereford UK. - Original Message - From: "Lee Van Dyke" <l...

KR> wood

Hi Patrick Aspen is a hardwood (as opposed to a coniferous softwood such as Sitka Spruce). It has a shorter fibre length and is thus not suitable for use where high tensile stresses are present. I would steer well clear. Peter - Original Message - From: To: "KR

KR> new pics

I'm building an 's' and its not in mine. Much of the strength is in the ply... However I like the idea, although I would have rounded the foam to give the fuselage a more voluptuous shape! Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "Robert L. Stone" <rsto...@hot.rr.com>

KR> painting WAFs.

for your input Peter Drake - Original Message - From: "haroldwoods" <haroldwo...@rogers.com> To: <kr...@mylist.net> Sent: Friday, June 17, 2005 11:04 PM Subject: KR> painting WAFs. > Hi Netters, > Some one recently asked about painting WAFs. If you go and

KR> New Member

e restrictive than yours) we may have to go for something lighter like a Jabiru 120 (blow the expense!) any ideas welcome! I have been following the construction and first flights of Mark's KR and have taken much inspiration from it - Well done Mark! Peter Drake

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