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1. 06:21 AM - Chronicle from a Norwegian cellar (Michel Verheughe)
2. 02:27 PM - Tyres (Rex & Jan Shaw)
3. 05:41 PM - Changing Props (Jimmie Blackwell)
4. 06:22 PM - Re: Changing Props (Tom Jones)
5. 07:01 PM - Re: Changing Props (Tim Kaser)
6. 07:17 PM - Re: Changing Props (Flier)
7. 08:08 PM - Re: Changing Props (roncarolnikko@webtv.net (Ron Schick))
8. 08:20 PM - Re: Jabaru engine info (Ron)
9. 08:33 PM - Re: How much fuel (Cudnohufsky's)
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| Subject: | Chronicle from a Norwegian cellar |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
Hello Kitfoxer,
An update on the "Jabiru in a KF3" project. It's going very slow. The cardboard
idea was maybe not ideal. I should have used stiffer cardboard, or even, thin
aluminium. I use a lot of time, at home in my cellar, to smooth things out with
epoxy and micro-balloon filler. The problem is related to working on the mould,
i.e. a concave surface. Not easy to sand down.
Anyway, I have come to a design change: while the bottom cowling will be in one
piece, I intend now to make the top in two pieces: the existing aft part, and
the new "nose."
The reason is this: When doing preflight, I like to look at my engine and therefore
remove the top cowling. If it is in one piece, it shows everything all the
way to the windshield. Which is good, I can even check my instruments from behind
the panel. But then, I can't seal the gap between the cowling and the windshield.
Last summer, a sudden rain shower came and I was surprised to see how fast water
draining down the windshield came in and dripped ... on my instruments!
Not good! So, I wish to seal that with e.g. tape. But then, removal at each preflight
becomes a problem. Hence this two-parts solution.
What do you think?
Cheers,
Michel
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Rex & Jan Shaw" <rexjan@bigpond.com>
If you are still using the old style Skystar wheels, Wicks aircraft has the
tire
that will fit. It's called turf glide and I put them on my Fox. They are
4ply
so a bit harder to get around the rim but they do go on. I like them!!
I'll vouch for that. The best thing I ever did was get rid of those 8"
buffed down ATV tyres. My turf tyres are 18 x 6.5 x 8 4 ply. The old tyres
were 20 x 7 x 8. The tread is very mild and I put tubes in as I was having
sealing problems where the lugs to mount the brake discs had been welded. I
had been using green slime sealant in the old tyres but when I removed them
you could see where it was attacking the rims. I believe there are different
types that are OK though. The green slime would be OK inside tubes.
I was for ever getting punctures with the old tyres even despite the slime
but haven't had one with the new tyres and I think they look better too.
Also the price is good. I run about 14lbs in them which is more than the old
tyres.
Rex.
rexjan@bigpond.com
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Jimmie Blackwell" <jablackwell@ev1.net>
I am preparing to change my GSC prop to an IVO ground adjustable prop. Some are
advising me to just do it and not get the FAA into the matter. I prefer to
follow the correct procedure, but do not know where to go, FSDO or a local DAR?
Don't know if it matters but I do not hold a repairman's certificate for the
airplane.
Jimmie
Kitfox Model IV
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| Subject: | Re: Changing Props |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Tom Jones <tomfromlapine@peoplepc.com>
Jimmie,
You don't need a Repairman's certificate to work on an Experimental
Aircraft. Check the "Operating Limitations" that were issued with your
plane's Airworthy Certificate. Older ones require you notify the FAA in
writing of a "Major modification", newer "operating Limitations" do not.
Tom Jones
Jimmie Blackwell wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Jimmie Blackwell" <jablackwell@ev1.net>
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> I am preparing to change my GSC prop to an IVO ground adjustable prop. Some
are advising me to just do it and not get the FAA into the matter. I prefer to
follow the correct procedure, but do not know where to go, FSDO or a local DAR?
Don't know if it matters but I do not hold a repairman's certificate for
the airplane.
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> Jimmie
> Kitfox Model IV
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| Subject: | Re: Changing Props |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Tim Kaser <kaser@cableone.net>
Check out http://www.kievpropamerica.com/ before you buy a prop. AKA
"Hot Prop" ........and I don't know about the FSDO involvement. My
first move is to contact my AP to get going.
Tim Kaser
Kitfox IV-1200
Jimmie Blackwell wrote:
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Jimmie Blackwell" <jablackwell@ev1.net>
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>I am preparing to change my GSC prop to an IVO ground adjustable prop. Some are
advising me to just do it and not get the FAA into the matter. I prefer to
follow the correct procedure, but do not know where to go, FSDO or a local DAR?
Don't know if it matters but I do not hold a repairman's certificate for the
airplane.
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>Jimmie
>Kitfox Model IV
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Flier" <flier@sbcglobal.net>
Prop change is considered a major and would likely require test flight time.
DAR would specify. Without repairmans cert I believe you'll have to have
the logs endorsed by an A&P/IA for the change. Rest of you correct me if
I'm wrong on this...
You're probably OK doing it without the formality unless you have an
accident or plan to sell it and anyone ever looks over the logs and finds
the equipment has been changed without the proper endorsements.
Regards,
Ted
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Subject: Kitfox-List: Changing Props
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Jimmie Blackwell" <jablackwell@ev1.net>
I am preparing to change my GSC prop to an IVO ground adjustable prop. Some
are advising me to just do it and not get the FAA into the matter. I prefer
to follow the correct procedure, but do not know where to go, FSDO or a
local DAR? Don't know if it matters but I do not hold a repairman's
certificate for the airplane.
Jimmie
Kitfox Model IV
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: roncarolnikko@webtv.net (Ron Schick)
No ap needed to build the planes or work on them. "Knowledgable Persons"
I think the reg says. Call your friendly DAR at fsdo. Ron
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| Subject: | Re: Jabaru engine info |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Ron" <rliebmann@comcast.net>
I just found this site that has what appears to be some good info on Jabaru
engines which are flying.
www.btinternet.com/~g.l.craig/index.htm
Ron
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| Subject: | Re: How much fuel |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Cudnohufsky's" <7suds@chartermi.net>
Group,
Looking for a Model V flaperon, anyone have one they want to part with? you
can e-mail me offline @ 7Suds@Chartermi.net
Thanks,
Lloyd
Model V in Uper Mi.
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