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

Mark I feel your pain.Last years inspection revealed similar issues related to rust[mild steel].Only one pipe was rusted thru but we know what that means.Revmaster will make me another one in 30 days for $510 and I would do that in a heartbeat If it weren't for retirement.I bowed up and used some

Re: KR> Fuel header tank

N995BG has 24 gal. header tank[Rand Robinson original fiberglass]Still flying after 27 years.Do I think safety is a good thing? You bet I do.Weight and balance is not an issue with proper distribution of airplane parts.My trim indicator runs in the middle with 15 gallons.With full fuel I was able

KR> Thanks to sponsors

Just want to thank my sponsors who made my trip possible[gas money]Mark Langford,Terry Chizek,and John Shaffer.Terry and John bought the spark plugs,John and Mark bought the KR gathering VHS tapes.Thanks again to them.Let's hope that those tapes can be changed to digital and made available to the

KR> FW: 1 NEW: marvel schebler ma3-spa 10-4894. Off topic???

Mine is an Ellison EFS-2,No longer in production but still one of the best if you can find one,Tommy W, On Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 8:08 PM, Robert7721 via KRnet wrote: > I run a Revflow as well on my Revmaster 2100D. It is a size 32mm if I > recall correctly. > > > Rob Schmitt > N1852Z >

KR> 14mm shielded spark plugs

I found some similar plugs while rumageing through my shop.Will bring them to the gathering should I get the chance.Still in cosmoline.Tommy W. On Tue, Sep 6, 2016 at 11:08 AM, Jeff Scott via KRnet wrote: > > > I don't know if any of you VW guys are using a magneto with shielded plugs >

KR> KR2 world tour.

Way to go Colin.The guy is a new age Lindbergh.Tommy W. On Thu, Sep 1, 2016 at 6:11 PM, Paul Visk via KRnet wrote: > > > krii worldtour > > > Paul Visk Belleville IL 618 406 4705 > Sent on the new Sprint Network from my Samsung Galaxy S?4 > > Original message > From:

KR> Landing Gear legs

With extensive mods all bets are off.Good luck.Both options are good.Tommy W On Wed, Aug 31, 2016 at 9:11 PM, Global Solutions via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Hi Folks > I was looking in to the landing gear for a Kr2S. The boat is going to be > 6" wider then the stock plans. > I

KR> ADS-B BendixKing by Honeywell

"Someone" does make an all in one unit but I don't believe it will be going in a KR.The reason a milti box approach is used is so that the system can be changed without large out lays of funds at any one time.Standard catergory IFR aircraft are the basis of avionics developement.Have not seen

KR> KR1 Project For Sale

Good looking project.Wish I could start a new project.Have a local guy with a KR2S in the same place of construction and he asked $1500.Considering the landing gear and cleveland wheels and brakes are new.That is not out of bounds for the 2 place version.A one seat version would not be as

KR> Cowling Air Scoop

Sid,Had same issues with the 7500BTU cooler from GPAS so I bought another 7500BTU cooler and put them in series.Worked much better.They have a 15000BTU unit that would have done the trick but I was able to stack the 2 and may have saved a little space.Tommy W. On Thu, Jun 30, 2016 at 7:30 AM,

KR> VW Engines

I guess after 26 years behind a VW,I was dumb to think it would be a good choice.Tommy W.Never did land off airport. On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 11:06 PM, Patrick Driscoll via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Chris said: its not necessarily cheap but a KR is about as cheap as it > gets. and

KR> Axles?

May need to upgrade to 3/4"axles and bearings.GPAS can help.Tommy W. On Wed, Jun 22, 2016 at 8:33 PM, mark jones via KRnet wrote: > Matt, > I ordered mine from Great Plains Aircraft (GPASC) back in 1998 for $54.95 > for the kit. Contact then and ask for the 5/8" Pre Welded Axle Kit. > Good

KR> Question concerning Ellison Model 2 Carb on a HAPI VW engine

Yes to all the above.I used a single nozzle in front of the carb located under the engine[updraft].It worked ok,but I am in the process of installing 2 points,one in each side on top of the engine.No data on this yet.Fuel pressure seems adequate with fuel pump off in cruise but use boost pump for

KR> "blast from the past"

Meant to say the 1992 gathering may have been Covington,Tn. On Tue, Jun 21, 2016 at 10:01 AM, Tommy Waymack <5blindate at gmail.com> wrote: > My memory has faded but 1993 was possibly Covington,Tn.1993 was the > thirteenth and Don Cornwell went down on the south end approach at

KR> "blast from the past"

My memory has faded but 1993 was possibly Covington,Tn.1993 was the thirteenth and Don Cornwell went down on the south end approach at dark.There was normally 2 events at most venues. On Mon, Jun 20, 2016 at 8:39 PM, Virgil N. Salisbury via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > >

KR> "blast from the past"

Kentucky Dam state park 1991 On Sat, Jun 18, 2016 at 7:29 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Larry Flesner wrote: > > > Any chance we can use our collective memories and come up with a list of > > year and location for all the past Gatherings? I've attended 25 of

KR> Flywheel alternators

This is a problem I have experienced in my Revmaster VW.Years ago mine was not charging.But it never seemed to go dead just low voltage.Removed the rotor and sent it to Revmaster for a recharge of the magnets.They sent it back and the magnets were much stronger and the charge rate when up to a

KR> VW Heads (and crank)

master crank comes out about $1200. I > think the stroke is 78mm - which is the same as the Revmaster. > > The current HAPI Magnum Plus crank set-up looks pretty good, but I keep > getting told that the prop will ?depart in flight? - something I would > prefer to avoid. > > Owen

KR> Best Cylinder Heads for VW

HAPI and Revmaster are not interchangeable,Stick with what you have.Tommy W. On Fri, May 20, 2016 at 7:57 PM, svd via KRnet wrote: > Hi Guys, > > I?d like to get opinions on best cylinder heads for and aircraft vw. > (yes this is sure to stir the muck). > > I have an new/old HAPI Magnum 82

KR> Removable Front Deck

The KR was designed with retracts and mechanical brakes activated by a cable running just in front of the main spar.Flew my plane for years without needing to crawl under the panel to service brakes or much else.We don't build the KR to stock specs anymore.Now everything has changed and so has the

KR> KR 2 for sale

My KR2 is for sale.Can sell as is,less fwf,or repaired.870-267-0543 5blindate at gmail.com

KR> VW type 1 questions - best reliability

Thanks to everyone for there input.As far as reliability is concerned,This is the first cracked head I've had in 26 years.Probably ran the mixture too lean.The only EGT probe I use is on the opposite side from the head that cracked.Tommy W. On Thu, Apr 21, 2016 at 12:58 PM, Robert7721 via KRnet

KR> VW cylinder heads

Pulled my VW heads with low compression. Discovered crack between the valve seats at the shortest point.My question is,does anyone repair them?Or are they junk?I know this is a common problem,but it's my first time.Tommy W.

KR> KRnet Digest, Vol 4, Issue 100

The 94 is thinner than the 92.Revmaster crank setup is different than the HAPI and GPAS.All are good just different.Use the one you like.Tommy W. On Sun, Apr 17, 2016 at 11:39 AM, svd via KRnet wrote: > Thanks for the suggestion of the Revmaster crank and prop hub Mark. > Why? Any other

KR> Adverse Yaw

Not sure if there is improvement or not,they look good.And if it makes the pilot feel better,then why not.Tommy W. On Tue, Apr 5, 2016 at 10:22 PM, Roger Bulla via KRnet wrote: > I saw a notable difference in performance on my first KR installing gap > seals, but it was built using three piano

KR> I can get spoiled flying up here.

Jeff,Don't need to tell you but I just rebuilt a generator and the parts are not cheap.Still cheaper than a STC and new equipment on a 50 year old airplane.Tommy W. On Sun, Mar 20, 2016 at 4:56 PM, Jeff Scott via KRnet wrote: > > > > I thought everyone was very restrained not to post a link to

KR> KT76A and VHF worth?

Used transponders cost more than they are worth and transceivers can be a problem if not operational.Repair is available but getting harder to find.The transmitter cavity in the transponder can go bad and replacement is more than the unit is worth.For that reason the 40 year old KT-76 I sold was

KR> Dynel & resin question

N995BG was constructed with Dynel back in the late 70's,early 80's.Still flying and repaired with fiberglass when needed.Tommy W. On Sun, Oct 25, 2015 at 6:32 AM, Chris Kinnaman via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Hi All, > Just curious, has anyone on the list built their KR using the

KR> Turtle deck question:

longeron for your horizontal datem to > locate your thrust line for the engine? > On Sep 29, 2015 11:22 AM, "Tommy Waymack via KRnet" > wrote: > > > Mine has enough room for a small tent,one sleeping bag,and roll up air > > mattress.KR2 with VW spaced forward 2 ".T

KR> Turtle deck question:

Mine has enough room for a small tent,one sleeping bag,and roll up air mattress.KR2 with VW spaced forward 2 ".Tommy W. On Mon, Sep 28, 2015 at 8:46 PM, Rob Schmitt via KRnet wrote: > What ever you put behind the seat needs to be pretty light to keep within > the CG. I do use my space behind

KR> KR Gathering

Thank you Marc.Tommy W, former gathering host.And thanks to the KR community for the opportunity to be a part of it. On Fri, Sep 11, 2015 at 2:30 PM, Sparky Sparks via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Thank you Marc' Sparky Sparks > > -Original Message- From: Marc Baca via

KR> KR Gathering

Here's my wish for a good Gathering.Wish I were there.Thanks to all for a good report on the festivities.Tommy W. On Thu, Sep 3, 2015 at 10:26 AM, Tommy Waymack <5blindate at gmail.com> wrote: > Here's my wish for a good Gathering.Wish I were there.Thanks to all for a >

KR> Fuel capacity

Good morning,My KR2 has a 24 gallon header tank.As mark says it is not user friendly when working behind the panel.For day time VFR it is not a big problem but once you start into high tech land it becomes an issue.An example of flying long distance would be the trip made from Cross City FL.to

KR> errors in plans/supplements?

This ain't a blog.The KR design is a good one and if it don't fit your requirements ,I suggest a different design.Tommy W. On Tue, Jun 16, 2015 at 10:34 PM, Chris Prata via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > mike, as an (hopefully) upcoming builder, is there a comprehensive list of >

KR> broken head stud

Had one break on the way to Red Oak,Iowa.Cylinder temp went up and was unable to make the gathering but the plane made it home ok.checked the head nuts and sure enough,a stud broke.Only time it has happened.Tommy W. On Sun, Jun 14, 2015 at 2:00 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet < krnet at

KR> Ballast weight installation

My KR2 is a first generation model having been started in 1977.It started out as a no electric retract at 550lbs.Through the years and mods,it is now an electic start fixed gear taildragger and the fuel is still in the header at 650lbs.The engine,a VW moved forward about 2 inches and the battery

KR> Ballast weight installation

Perhaps Sid has been giving the KR community a good example of experimental aviation.Thank you Sid.Many of us,including myself,can be a bit reluctant to discuss our ideas on a really important subject,weight and balance,and how it relates to safely flying a home built aircraft.My experience tells

KR> Ken Cottle's KR-1

Yeah, but what a ride.Tommy W. On Thu, May 7, 2015 at 3:07 PM, sparksfly2ms--- via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Yep, I think it is about time for me too.Sparky > > > > > > > Sent from Windows Mail > > > > > > From: Mike Stirewalt via KRnet > Sent: ?Thursday?, ?May? ?7?, ?2015

KR> how many KRs at Chino?

I think we just did .Tommy W. On Fri, Mar 27, 2015 at 8:42 AM, Mark Jones via KRnet wrote: > I just read the article. Overall I thought it was decent with a few > exceptions. Everyone has their own opinions and we don't need to get into a > pi$$ing match about this. Earl brings up a valid

KR> Whats everybody doing...

Speaking of wheel pants.Took mine off yesterday to get some idea of handling without them.Am thinking of putting on larger tires.to make turf landings.My speed was 5-10 knots slower though not really a problem except for longer flights x-country.No noticeable changes otherwise.We have a turf

KR> testing 1..3

First day in some time it was good to fly.Got Booger Red out flying.Plane was hard to start,thought I might run down the battery even though it stays on the battery maintainer.Cranked up and ran fine.Made a terrible landing in ideal conditions.Guess one really does need to practice.Then later did

KR> KR-1S build planning

Build a stock KR2S and configure it for single pilot.There ain't a lot of room to begin with and you will have a comfortable airplane.It will make building with prefab parts a lot more enjoyable and result in a great airplane.And yes it will fly with 1835.Build it light.Tommy W. On Wed, Jan 21,

KR> Weight And ballance

Weight and balance CG,center of gravity, is a sum of the moments[arm x weight]of each piece divided by the sum of the weight of each piece measured from a common datum point.The arm being measured from a common datum point.This is how I computed radio changes in aircraft.Measure the component

KR> Ken Atkinson's English KR2S website

The problem noted with the canopy handle sounded a little picky at first but it was the first indication that my KR might have a similar problem.For years I had flown my KR with a canopy handle that protruded about an inch and 2 inches long in the slipstream.Never noticed any problem until I read

KR> radio

Your're grounding the A+ aircraft power when you key the mike.Make sure the mike key line out of the radio is correct.Tommy W. On Wed, Oct 15, 2014 at 5:59 PM, Randy Moore Newbern Tn. N318RM via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > > you have a ground prob. Randy Moore > > > -Original

KR> Upside down rudder pedals

Just had to get in on this one.Have flown my taildragger with the original landing retracts with cable brakes,mechanical drums connected together and activated together as per the original design.They worked pretty well except the drums would warp with heat issues.Then I went with the fixed

KR> Nvaero

Steve,I get it.Sounds like you made a good call to me.Tommy W. On Tue, Sep 2, 2014 at 1:08 PM, Joe Davis via KRnet wrote: > On 09/02/2014 05:43 AM, Mark Langford via KRnet wrote: > >> >> ML at N56ML.com >> website at http://www.N56ML.com >>

KR> Kr2 at Oshkosh.

Thanks Colin,Great story and I believe every word.Maybe that's because I'm a KR pilot and know of what you speak.Your trip is something special.Best of luck,Fly safe.Tommy W. On Wed, Aug 20, 2014 at 12:05 PM, colin hales via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > > > > Hi there again. > Sorry

KR> Brakes

Joe,Had heel brakes,hydraulic, on the KR taildragger set up with the cylinder laid almost horizontal,maybe 20 degrees to the floor.The pedal was a round,slightly curved,aluminum piece,drilled and tapped,attached to the cylinder shaft.Great Plains brakes on the wheels.Worked for many years.I

KR> Off Subject a bit

By all means,Eric,may you awake to a new life with a healthy heart.Tommy W. On Tue, Aug 5, 2014 at 8:30 AM, joe.kr2s.builder--- via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Hey folks- I believe in being supportive to friends in every way. Eric > Pitts is undergoing heart surgery this morning

KR> Phun Phriday Phact & ADS-B Installation

Went to an ADS-B seminar put on by the local radio shop with Garmin rep,Aspen rep and Freeflight rep last Satuurday.No matter how much one thinks they know,learning something over is good.The point I came across with was the 1090ES transponder will benefit those going above 18000' since it is

KR> One stick or two

Dual sticks and center throttle.And single rudder pedals with differential hand brakes taildragger.Not really a trainer but good for demos.Tommy W. On Sun, Jul 20, 2014 at 9:49 PM, Mark Langford via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Todd Rayner wrote: > >> > >

KR> How do you test a transponder?

Correction for my last post.The GDL 39 is not a transceiver,a receiver only,and would not be considered A UAT.Tommy W. On Wed, Jun 4, 2014 at 10:13 AM, Jeff Scott via KRnet wrote: > The Mode C veil is not going to go away. Instead, in 2020 you will have an > additional requirement of either a

KR> How do you test a transponder?

Here's my story concerning transponders.Rick Human gave a good description of Mode S and ADSB.I removed my KT-76 and ACK30 encoder from the KR because it was dead weight as far as I was concerned.The units worked fine but my flying was not in class A,B,or C airspace.And yes it is better to have

KR> KR2 for sale.

This is a good project for the money.20 years ago,I gave $2900 For my KR and it was not nearly as well done or complete.Someone will get a good plane.My KR has 750+hrs and still going strong.Tommy W. On Sat, May 31, 2014 at 8:46 AM, MrKswildman . via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: >

KR> Sanding Blocks

I have a roll of Norton 40x Resinall Metalite Cloth 29 inches wide and 80 ft. long.If anyone would like to have some for sanding,contact me off the net.Tommy Waymack Pine Bluff,Arkansas On Fri, May 16, 2014 at 10:11 AM, Wayne Tokarz via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > I also build R/C

KR> New email program.

My biggest headache was with the 32mm posa.Too leaky for hand prop and too lean on the high end.In all fairness to posa,mine was probably too big[32mm] for an 1835.Had good luck with the GPAS zenith and Ellison EFS2.The Ellison gave me some problems until I discovered a hole in the

KR> Drag????

Just got to get in on this one.I agree with almost everything said.Been flying my KR2 since 1990 without flaps or b board.Not because I don't want it but just haven't put one on.Landing is not a problem for me.I did own and fly an Avid Flyer with a VW conversion.The flaperons were great for

KR> Fw: Re: Propellers

r Props): The efficiency of a propeller > is reduced as the tip speed approaches the speed of sound. Beyond 80% of > the speed of sound, further increases in RPM has little effect on thrust. > Thus, it is important to keep tip speeds below 75%-80% of Mach. > > > > > > Bottom li

KR> Fw: Re: Propellers

The longer the prop the better climb performance of the aircraft.The magic of prop science never seems clear.That maybe why we call it EXPERIMENTAL.And yes I do learn a lot from it.Tommy W. On Thu, May 8, 2014 at 12:12 PM, Randall Smith via KRnet < krnet at list.krnet.org> wrote: > Every prop I

KR> Revflow carby

If you can find one ,anEllison EFS-2 is a good carb for the KR.Tommy W. On Mon, Mar 3, 2014 at 2:27 PM, robert gill wrote: > To "Roger Bulla" everything that you described is exactly what is > happening with mine, I can get it to run smooth at full WOT. on climb and > really high EGT's, (and no

KR> rotax

Eduaerdo,Thanks for the input on the KR gathering in Argentina.Very much like the one in US.Fly safe.Tommy W. On Wed, Feb 19, 2014 at 2:54 PM, Eduardo Barros wrote: > In argentina fly a Kr 2s with Rotax 582, 65 HP, is Pupato?s KR > > Can you see a video of this:

KR> stall spin

Did a tuft experiment on my wing and found the wing stalls inboard first.Or maybe outboard first,it was a while back.My point is the aileron has more authority during the stall because there is still a part of the wing with aileron that is controling the lift and gives the KR good low speed

KR> 1/4" aluminum tubing adapaters

Looked at ML'sweb page,great documentation,and saw the part about Ellison carb diaphrams.I had a diaphram go bad.It developed a leak,probably from old age.The good news is it will give you plenty of warning.The engine would not run at high power settings.After some head scratching I asked an

KR> tailspring?

The tail spring on Jim's plane ,now ML's,was made from a mold that came from Deihl.Martin Roberts had the first and then the mold made the rounds.Some one probably knows where it is.Thats all I know.Tommy W. On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 10:11 PM, Mark Langford wrote: > Larry Flesner wrote: > > Those

KR> 1992 KR 2 $5500

I agree with everything said.Airplane projects are not for the thrift minded person.Build the plane you want,but if you want to save money I would suggest a bank account.Tommy W. On Sat, Dec 28, 2013 at 8:35 AM, Larry Flesner wrote: > > Lee Van Dyke wrote: >> >>> That's 8000 worth of stuff,

KR> video Bob !!

Don Moran and his wife were videographers at the gatherings before Bob came in.Bob's videos are a bit better but Don's are worth watching.Good KR history in those videos.Tommy W. On Wed, Oct 9, 2013 at 10:05 PM, Larry Flesner wrote: > > > All of the Videos came from BOB, Virg >>

KR> 2013 gathering educational and Macroscopic "plans" suggestion

The KR2/2S is what it is.Safety comes from the builder-pilot.The design has not changed because it was somehow flawed.The beauty of the KR series is its ability to provide a good flying aircraft at an affordable cost.Be happy,keep building,keep flying,don't worry.Tommy W. On Tue, Oct 8, 2013 at

KR> to glass or not to glass

After 10-12 years my fuselage started to pucker and delaminate like plywood does after weathering.So I stripped the paint and went back with deck cloth over the wood,sides and bottom.Now after 23 years it is fine.Obviously everyone does it differently but for my situation the cloth is worth

KR> SkyView Panel installation Completed

Dan.Good job on the avionics retrofit.You just doubled the value of the aircraft.Tommy W. On Mon, Sep 2, 2013 at 4:08 PM, Dan Heath wrote: > This shows all the parts installed in the Black Bird and documents what all > the parts are. When you get to the pictures of the SkyView pages, you may >

KR> Aircraft Spruce

Ok,heres my 2 cents.I like Spruce and if you can't afford a 296 then don't buy one.Tommy

KR> wheel alignment

Mark,the laser is for the 50 cal ,right?

KR> Ellison EFS2 running lean

Hate asking for directions,guy thing,but I did go on the Ellison website and after a reasonable amount of tweeking, have decided the krnet maybe my last hope.The mixture is lean in the midrange,from cruise [3000 rpm]to 2400 rpm.Full throttle and below 2400 the mixture is rich enough to yeild

KR> Flying with the KR "nuts"

Ok lets be fair.The KR pilots are pretty good flyers.I really enjoy the flying at the gathering.Being in the pattern and in close sometimes with other KR pilots can be pretty exiting.Hey Jeff enjoyed your flying and the KR that was really hauling it was the KR1 I think or maybe JF could be

KR> N995BG home again.

Made it back in one piece again.Gota love it.It is not nessesary to say thanks but I will anyway.You know who you are.Flew to Mt Vern in 2 legs from Pine Bluff.PBF to Jonesboro in 1 hour 20 min at 115 knots and JBR to MT Vernon in 1 hour 30 min.2 hours 50 min total,291 kt miles.Return trip

KR> RE:DECALS

According to my old newsletters the 1st was June 1981.That makes this the 24th.

KR> RE:Wicks

Wicks says that they are not aware of any delivers to the gathering.Although someone is attending.Tommy W.

KR> N995BG around the patch

The KR isn't quite ready but I couldn't resist a turn around the patch.Got the baffling on,less seals,and decided to run her up before dark.I told myself not to take off.Didn't work.Runs great.Keep your fingers crossed on the weather.Oh yeah.Tommy W.

KR> RE.N995BG is crankedRE.ED

Ed,Thanks for the heads up.I deserved every bit of it.No excuse.My sincerest apology to everyone.Tommy W.