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1. 04:47 AM - aeronautical calculators/converters (Clem Nichols)
2. 05:58 PM - Re: New Kitfox5 builder (kyle Ponsford)
3. 06:15 PM - Re: New Kitfox5 builder (kyle Ponsford)
4. 06:54 PM - Re: New Kitfox5 builder (Lowell Fitt)
5. 06:57 PM - Re: Tundra tires (was toolkits) (Lowell Fitt)
6. 10:17 PM - Re: aeronautical calculators/converters (kurt schrader)
7. 10:35 PM - Re: Density Altitude chart (kurt schrader)
8. 11:07 PM - aeronautical calculators/converters (FlyCyOZ@aol.com)
9. 11:09 PM - Re: Toolkits (kurt schrader)
10. 11:14 PM - Re: Toolkits (kurt schrader)
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| Subject: | aeronautical calculators/converters |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Clem Nichols" <cnichols@scrtc.com>
Here's a website with a long list of aviation calculators/converters which may
be of interest to the group:
http://www.csgnetwork.com/aviationconverters.html
Clem Nichols
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| Subject: | New Kitfox5 builder |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
Hi, Richardsons,
I have a kitfox 4 I call the "bush fox".It is a no frills job. It is 750lb
dry and with the rotax 912 UL I can get off in 150' easy, with me (185lb)
and full tanks (2-13 gallon wing tanks and a header.)
I can get her down in 150' sometimes but I like 250 better until I get
comfortable.
I have a very short grass strip at my place and love the fox/ rotax combo.
I will tell you I have had precious little help when it comes to engin work.
but there are getting more options all the time, this list is a good help
too!
good luck,
Kyle
>From: "Richardsons" <victoryfield@btc-bci.com>
>Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Kitfox-List: New Kitfox5 builder
>Date: Thu, 3 Jun 2004 21:13:35 -0400
>
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Richardsons" <victoryfield@btc-bci.com>
>
>I have just purchased an unstarted series 5 kit & found this list.What a
>great bunch!A lot of knowledge passing back & forth.Anyway I have a few
>questions,I'm looking at using an O-235 or a Rotax 912.I want to build it
>light,I'd even consider going non electric on the O-235.Can anyone give me
>an idea of the empty weight,takeoff roll &climb rate using either?I want a
>basic panel.Can I get it under 800# using the non elect O-235?I've had 3-
>Taylorcrafts so handpropping is no problem.I flew a Kitfox 5 last week with
>an O-200 wt/ 1000# & I'd like better performance.The last T-craft I had got
>off in 250-300' @800'msl & climbed at 800-900 fpm on 85HP.I really thought
>the Kitfox 5 could beat that hands down.I talked to Skystar,they really
>push using the Rotax.They claim it "spools up faster"& will always take off
>& climb faster than the other engines.I am more familiar with the O-235 &
>have one available.I need to fly off a 1000'grass strip comfortably.I'm in
>SW Michigan not far fr!
>om Kalamazoo,Thanks for you help!Eric Ricahrdson=0D=0A
>
>
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| Subject: | New Kitfox5 builder |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
big appologies guys, my numbers in the last post where off, too big a hurry
today,
besides I realize my KF4 is irrelevent to your query, I will look closer
next time before posting.
K
>From: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
>Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: New Kitfox5 builder
>Date: Sat, 05 Jun 2004 17:57:54 -0700
>
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
>
>
>Hi, Richardsons,
>I have a kitfox 4 I call the "bush fox".It is a no frills job. It is 750lb
>dry and with the rotax 912 UL I can get off in 150' easy, with me (185lb)
>and full tanks (2-13 gallon wing tanks and a header.)
>I can get her down in 150' sometimes but I like 250 better until I get
>comfortable.
>I have a very short grass strip at my place and love the fox/ rotax combo.
>I will tell you I have had precious little help when it comes to engin
>work.
>but there are getting more options all the time, this list is a good help
>too!
>good luck,
>Kyle
>
> >From: "Richardsons" <victoryfield@btc-bci.com>
> >Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> >To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> >Subject: Kitfox-List: New Kitfox5 builder
> >Date: Thu, 3 Jun 2004 21:13:35 -0400
> >
> >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Richardsons"
><victoryfield@btc-bci.com>
> >
> >I have just purchased an unstarted series 5 kit & found this list.What a
> >great bunch!A lot of knowledge passing back & forth.Anyway I have a few
> >questions,I'm looking at using an O-235 or a Rotax 912.I want to build it
> >light,I'd even consider going non electric on the O-235.Can anyone give
>me
> >an idea of the empty weight,takeoff roll &climb rate using either?I want
>a
> >basic panel.Can I get it under 800# using the non elect O-235?I've had 3-
> >Taylorcrafts so handpropping is no problem.I flew a Kitfox 5 last week
>with
> >an O-200 wt/ 1000# & I'd like better performance.The last T-craft I had
>got
> >off in 250-300' @800'msl & climbed at 800-900 fpm on 85HP.I really
>thought
> >the Kitfox 5 could beat that hands down.I talked to Skystar,they really
> >push using the Rotax.They claim it "spools up faster"& will always take
>off
> >& climb faster than the other engines.I am more familiar with the O-235 &
> >have one available.I need to fly off a 1000'grass strip comfortably.I'm
>in
> >SW Michigan not far fr!
> >om Kalamazoo,Thanks for you help!Eric Ricahrdson=0D=0A
> >
> >
>
>http://join.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200361ave/direct/01/
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: New Kitfox5 builder |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Lowell Fitt" <lcfitt@inreach.com>
Kyle, No problem in my mind. I was wondering about your weights, didn't
you mean 650 lbs. Mine is 700 and is a fat bird by local standards. I also
fly behind the R-912 and love its dependability. I have about just over 600
hours on mine and it just runs and runs.
Lowell
----- Original Message -----
From: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: New Kitfox5 builder
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
>
> big appologies guys, my numbers in the last post where off, too big a
hurry
> today,
> besides I realize my KF4 is irrelevent to your query, I will look closer
> next time before posting.
> K
>
>
> >From: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
> >Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> >To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> >Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: New Kitfox5 builder
> >Date: Sat, 05 Jun 2004 17:57:54 -0700
> >
> >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kyle Ponsford"
<wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
> >
> >
> >Hi, Richardsons,
> >I have a kitfox 4 I call the "bush fox".It is a no frills job. It is
750lb
> >dry and with the rotax 912 UL I can get off in 150' easy, with me (185lb)
> >and full tanks (2-13 gallon wing tanks and a header.)
> >I can get her down in 150' sometimes but I like 250 better until I get
> >comfortable.
> >I have a very short grass strip at my place and love the fox/ rotax
combo.
> >I will tell you I have had precious little help when it comes to engin
> >work.
> >but there are getting more options all the time, this list is a good help
> >too!
> >good luck,
> >Kyle
> >
> > >From: "Richardsons" <victoryfield@btc-bci.com>
> > >Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > >To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> > >Subject: Kitfox-List: New Kitfox5 builder
> > >Date: Thu, 3 Jun 2004 21:13:35 -0400
> > >
> > >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Richardsons"
> ><victoryfield@btc-bci.com>
> > >
> > >I have just purchased an unstarted series 5 kit & found this list.What
a
> > >great bunch!A lot of knowledge passing back & forth.Anyway I have a few
> > >questions,I'm looking at using an O-235 or a Rotax 912.I want to build
it
> > >light,I'd even consider going non electric on the O-235.Can anyone give
> >me
> > >an idea of the empty weight,takeoff roll &climb rate using either?I
want
> >a
> > >basic panel.Can I get it under 800# using the non elect O-235?I've had
3-
> > >Taylorcrafts so handpropping is no problem.I flew a Kitfox 5 last week
> >with
> > >an O-200 wt/ 1000# & I'd like better performance.The last T-craft I had
> >got
> > >off in 250-300' @800'msl & climbed at 800-900 fpm on 85HP.I really
> >thought
> > >the Kitfox 5 could beat that hands down.I talked to Skystar,they really
> > >push using the Rotax.They claim it "spools up faster"& will always take
> >off
> > >& climb faster than the other engines.I am more familiar with the O-235
&
> > >have one available.I need to fly off a 1000'grass strip comfortably.I'm
> >in
> > >SW Michigan not far fr!
> > >om Kalamazoo,Thanks for you help!Eric Ricahrdson=0D=0A
> > >
> > >
> >
> >http://join.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200361ave/direct/01/
> >
> >
>
> http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Tundra tires (was toolkits) |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Lowell Fitt" <lcfitt@inreach.com>
Kyle, I have a friend that used to be in the Aviation fastener business
that sold the tires you want. A bit bigger than the original. As far as I
know he can still get them. If you are interested I will send his phone
number direct.
Lowell
----- Original Message -----
From: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Toolkits
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kyle Ponsford" <wild_kyle@hotmail.com>
>
> speaking of tire kits, does anyone know how to get tires for the IV? I
have
> the old tube frame landing gear and matco breaks, can't find tires, I have
> the original 21" tires and would love to go even bigger. but can't find
even
> 21s anymore. and these rocks are giving me lots of repair practice!
> I wouldnt travel without a pump and repair kit.
> after the question I just went through the FAR 91 and cant find the
required
> list, FAR 91.513 lists emergency equipment but it is for "Large and Turbin
> powered mutiengine airplanes."
> Im still looking...
> Kyle
>
>
> >From: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
> >Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> >To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> >Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Toolkits
> >Date: Mon, 31 May 2004 20:29:25 -0700 (PDT)
> >
> >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader
> ><smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
> >
> >I continue to wonder what to really carry along in my
> >plane. I suppose a lot depends upon the terrain I
> >plan to fly over. Considerations are:
> >
> >Tire patch/pump
> >1 qt of oil
> >Water
> >Small socket/screwdriver handle
> >Adjustable wrench
> >Sparkplug
> >Duct tape
> >First aid kit
> >Space blanket
> >Small jump start battery
> >
> >If required:
> >Flares
> >Hand held radio
> >Gun
> >Survival fishing equipment
> >
> >Anyone have any other thoughts besides Jeff and
> >Michel? What works for you? You Canadians and
> >Alaskans might know best. What does the "required
> >list" say?
> >
> >Kurt S.
> >
> >--- "jeff.hays@aselia.com" <jeff.hays@aselia.com>
> >wrote:
> > >
> > > Life Preservers!
> > >
> > > Since moving to Chicago from Colorado, I've added
> > > Life Preservers to my items of neccesity list.
> > > Getting around Chicago safely you need
> > > to do some over water time. Landing on shore in
> > > many areas is simply out of the question.
> > >
> > > Original Message:
> > > -----------------
> > > From: michel michel@online.no
> > > Date: Tue, 25 May 2004 13:51:35 +0200
> > > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > > Subject: Kitfox-List: Toolkits WAS: Chocks
> > >
> > >
> > > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: michel
> > > <michel@online.no>
> > >
> > > >===== Original Message From kurt schrader
> > > <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
> > > >We should compare flight tool kits here sometime to
> > > >see what everyone has found as "necessary".
> > >
> > > My faithful Swiss knife, a mini Maglite, a sparkplug
> > > key, 4 spare sparkplugs
> > > ... that's all. I travel light. Looking forward to
> > > hearing from you, guys.
> > >
> > > Cheers,
> > > Michel
> >
> >
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> >
> >
>
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| Subject: | Re: aeronautical calculators/converters |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
Great site. There are conversion tables for all kinds
of things, not just aviation. This will make my
flight test calculations faster.
Thanks Clem
Kurt S.
--- Clem Nichols <cnichols@scrtc.com> wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Clem Nichols"
> <cnichols@scrtc.com>
>
> Here's a website with a long list of aviation
> calculators/converters which may be of interest to
> the group:
> http://www.csgnetwork.com/aviationconverters.html
>
> Clem Nichols
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| Subject: | Re: Density Altitude chart |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
Looks really good Michel. I made a copy. I like your
T/O distance boxes too.
The folks in the Desert Fox Squadron and those in
Canada and Alaska may need an expanded temperature
scale. Just depends upon those who like to fly when
it is above 95F, or below freezing.
Some may fly out of fields above 8000' DA too. Hot
day in Denver might make it.
If you want, just expand the scale on the sample and
make it full page. We can work off the sample just
fine too. Especially good for us Marines who can't
keep it straight long enough to flip the page and have
to keep going back. :-)
Kurt S.
--- Michel Verheuge <michel@online.no> wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheuge
> <michel@online.no>
>
> Hello,
> I have uploaded the density altitude chart I made,
> in the sportflight's Various/Misc folder. It is
> supposed to be folded in two, one side explain how
> to use the chart, and the other is the chart itself.
> I did two scales for pressure, In.Hg and HPa, and
> two scales of temperatures, Celsius and Fahrenheit.
> The file is in PDF format and should be printed on a
> colour printer. Let me know if something could be
> improved.
>
> Cheers,
> Michel
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| Subject: | aeronautical calculators/converters |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: FlyCyOZ@aol.com
Thanx for passing that around -- GREAT site!!!!!
cy
DO NOT ARCHIVE
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
Ah, more tools to take along.
Going thru my old Sport Av Mags looking for flight
testing articles, I found an article called "Outward
Bound" in the April 2001 issue. John King should
remember the article, since there are only 5 words
before his name pops up as the article starts. :-)
John gets top billing for leading the Alaska KitFox
trip of '98. Tom Anderson is there too showing off
his Northern Pike catch.
But enough about famous KitFox pilots... The article
addresses what to take along including the "Essential
10":
Map, compass, food, water, shelter, sleeping bags,
matches, camp stove ((John King likes those that burn
Avgas) first aid kit, and flashlight. Then add
sun-screen and bug spray to round out the list.
Good article. Glad I saved it. I note that it has a
pic of one of the KitFox's after landing on a highway
in Quebec. Seems to say, "Add police escort and 2
five gallon gas cans to the list?" :-)
I am still building my essential list. Think I'll
need one list for local flying, one for float flying,
one for winter flying, and another for cross
country...
Kurt S.
--- Randy Daughenbaugh <rjdaugh@rapidnet.com> wrote:
>
> Kurt,
> Next to my pocket knife and Leatherman, I like a
> strong, small (3/16" or
> 1/4") nylon rope. Tie down? Tie to tree to hand
> prop? Tourniquit? The list is unending.
>
> I like this thread. Good suggestions so far. I am
> going to have to develop a lighter toolbox than the
> one I toss in the car when we head out on vacations.
>
> Randy
>
> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Toolkits
>
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader
>
> I continue to wonder what to really carry along in
my
> plane. I suppose a lot depends upon the terrain I
> plan to fly over. Considerations are:
>
> Tire patch/pump
> 1 qt of oil
> Water
> Small socket/screwdriver handle
> Adjustable wrench
> Sparkplug
> Duct tape
> First aid kit
> Space blanket
> Small jump start battery
>
> If required:
> Flares
> Hand held radio
> Gun
> Survival fishing equipment
>
> Anyone have any other thoughts besides Jeff and
> Michel? What works for you? You Canadians and
> Alaskans might know best. What does the "required
> list" say?
>
> Kurt S.
>
> --- "jeff.hays@aselia.com" <jeff.hays@aselia.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > Life Preservers!
> > Original Message:
> > -----------------
> > From: michel michel@online.no
> > Date: Tue, 25 May 2004 13:51:35 +0200
> > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Kitfox-List: Toolkits WAS: Chocks
> >
> >
> > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: michel
> > <michel@online.no>
> >
> >We should compare flight tool kits here sometime
> to see what everyone has found as "necessary".
> >
> > My faithful Swiss knife, a mini Maglite, a
> sparkplug key, 4 spare sparkplugs
> > ... that's all. I travel light. Looking forward to
> > hearing from you, guys.
> >
> > Cheers,
> > Michel
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
--- kyle Ponsford <wild_kyle@hotmail.com> wrote:
> ........
> after the question I just went through the FAR 91
> and cant find the required list, FAR 91.513 lists
> emergency equipment but it is for "Large and Turbin
> powered mutiengine airplanes."
> Im still looking...
> Kyle
I think Canada has a "required list". Any of you
"nordiners" know a reference for it?
Kurt S.
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