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1. 12:41 PM - Don Smythe Test (Don Smythe)
2. 05:47 PM - Re: Mode C Transponder (Michael Gibbs)
3. 05:47 PM - Re: parking brake valve (Michael Gibbs)
4. 05:47 PM - Re: Mounting the horizontal stabilizer (Michael Gibbs)
5. 09:40 PM - Re: Re:fuel line (RAY Gignac)
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Don Smythe" <dosmythe@cox.net>
No response please
Do Not Archive
Don Smythe
Classic IV W/ 582
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| Subject: | Re: Mode C Transponder |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Ted sez:
>It's simply verification the encoding altimeter is providing correct
>data to the transponder.
Just to be nit-picky here, there is more going on with the
transponder test than that. What the FAA is even more interested in
than if your encoder is sending the right data is that the
transponder itself speaks only when spoken to and that it stays
within frequency and power limits--i.e., it doesn't interfere with
other transponders.
Ted is correct about the need for this to be tested by a qualified
technician or facility before first flight and subsequently every 24
months for VFR aircraft, just like a certified airplane.
Mike G.
N728KF
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| Subject: | Re: parking brake valve |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Lynn asks:
>Has anybody come up with a suitable valve for locking the brakes on
>a Model IV, or any other model for that matter?
I beg to differ with those that have advised against a parking brake
in your Kitfox. I installed one in my Model IV-1200 that Murle
Williams (602-978-0553) provided and I loved it. It was not for long
term use, but it was sure nice to set the brake, hop out and not try
to hang on to the plane if it wanted to roll away. You can
comfortably exit the plane, grab some chocks, and then release the
brake while you are away at lunch.
My next 'fox will definitely have a parking brake also.
Mike G.
N728KF
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| Subject: | Re: Mounting the horizontal stabilizer |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Lynn asks:
>...what conditions would prompt the pilot to change the horizontal
>stabilizer position using the front mount hole selections available?
It has all to do with your balance situation, Lynn. Every home-built
airplane is unique (no matter how closely you follow the
instructions), so it doesn't matter where the factory found their
best setting, you should find your own best setting.
In setting the angle of incidence of the horizontal stabilizer you
are looking to minimize the trim required to hold level cruise
flight. If you have an elevator trim tab, you want the setting that
gives you the most neutral trim tab position in cruise flight. If
you use flaps for trim, you want the setting that requires the least
amount of flap to minimize drag.
Obviously, each time you load the plane the balance may be a little
different, so you are looking for the most typical configuration of
baggage and people that you anticipate carrying.
Mike G.
N728KF
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com>
Yes, I use marine fuel line in my kitfox and works just great! no problems.
Ray
----- Original Message -----
From: Stu Bryant<mailto:s.j.bryant@sbcglobal.net>
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com<mailto:kitfox-list@matronics.com>
Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2005 4:24 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re:fuel line
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Stu Bryant" <s.j.bryant@sbcglobal.net<mailto:s.j.bryant@sbcglobal.net>>
Folks, there is auto fuel line and there is auto fuel line. The last batch
of automotive fuel line I bought for my lawn mower and boat from Napa
cracked and died within six months. Glad I never put it in the boat. The
stuff was either inferior fake garbage sold as fuel line or was really old.
Wasn't brittle when I installed it.
I personally like the idea of Tygothane, but has anyone considered marine
fule line?
It is made to a far higher standard than automotive; it is certified like
aviation except more compatible to aromatic based fuels & probably alcohols.
It is thicker than the automotive stuff I've seen. There are two major
types, rigid & flexible. Considering how the Coast Guard looks at boats very
much like the FAA looks at certified aircraft, it might be worthy of
consideration. The extra cost would be far cheaper than the alternative if
inferior line goes bad, even in the best of circumstances. But I'd avoid
buying from sleepy backwater marina which gets a new roll in only every ten
years.
Stu
(private pilot & hopeful future KF builder)
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