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1. 01:37 AM - The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Graeme Toft)
2. 04:16 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Fox5flyer)
3. 04:21 AM - Re: heater valve (Fox5flyer)
4. 04:41 AM - SV: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Michel Verheughe)
5. 07:28 AM - Re: Skystar Heater (type) 912U (Randy Daughenbaugh)
6. 07:31 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Mdkitfox@aol.com)
7. 07:33 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Lowell Fitt)
8. 08:14 AM - Crashes (Karen Albrecht)
9. 09:36 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Don Pearsall)
10. 09:40 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (Guy Buchanan)
11. 09:53 AM - Carb heater (Lmar)
12. 09:56 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (wingsdown)
13. 10:12 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (jdmcbean)
14. 10:22 AM - Re: Crashes (Michel Verheughe)
15. 10:24 AM - Re: Ref: Ski Mod? (Michel Verheughe)
16. 10:35 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (ron schick)
17. 10:37 AM - Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 (John Disher)
18. 11:36 AM - Fuel Cap (Alan & Linda Daniels)
19. 12:07 PM - Re: Fuel Cap (Fox5flyer)
20. 03:02 PM - Re: Skystar Heater (type) 912U (Rich Williamson)
21. 05:32 PM - Triennial Aircraft Registration Report (Michael Logan)
22. 08:29 PM - Re: Kitfox Mk7 Spinner (Michael Gibbs)
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water of my
beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield for a local
flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to the north of
my home town of Yeppoon. The area is isolated with only bush tracks going to
the numerous beaches. On reaching five rocks I began a slow turn to the right
and was at an altitude of 500 feet and approximately 1/2 Kilometer to sea when
the engine quit. Several attempts to restart the engine were unsuccessful and
a decision was made to set up for best glide and head for a small beach directly
in front of us. The aircraft landed in 2 meters of water and immediately flipped
onto its back and filled with water instantly. After extricating myself
from the aircraft Desma was no where to be seen so I re-entered it to find her
still in her harness and completely submerged. I released her and dragged her
to the beach where we were helped by some holiday makers looking for a quite
break. We are sore and sorry but alive. The plane is going to take a lot to
resurrect but fly again she will. Cause of accident? A fuel cap not replaced after
refuelling. Remedy!!! Never be distracted from your routine pre-flight inspection
and if you are, start it again from the beginning.
Graeme Toft
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| Subject: | Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" <morid@northland.lib.mi.us>
I'm so sorry to hear of your accident Graeme. Fortunately you were able to
survive it. At that altitude there isn't very much time and it was most
likely your quick thinking that enabled you to walk away relatively unhurt.
Yes, you'll fly again.
Thanks for sharing the cause with us. The missing fuel cap is a common one.
Good luck and if there's anything any of us can do to help, just let us
know.
Deke
----- Original Message -----
From: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
Subject: Kitfox-List: The crash of Kitfox 4473
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
>
> Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water
of my beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield
for a local flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to
the north of my home town of Yeppoon. The area is isolated with only bush
tracks going to the numerous beaches. On reaching five rocks I began a slow
turn to the right and was at an altitude of 500 feet and approximately 1/2
Kilometer to sea when the engine quit. Several attempts to restart the
engine were unsuccessful and a decision was made to set up for best glide
and head for a small beach directly in front of us. The aircraft landed in 2
meters of water and immediately flipped onto its back and filled with water
instantly. After extricating myself from the aircraft Desma was no where to
be seen so I re-entered it to find her still in her harness and completely
submerged. I released her and dragged her to the beach where we were helped
by some holiday!
> makers looking for a quite break. We are sore and sorry but alive. The
plane is going to take a lot to resurrect but fly again she will. Cause of
accident? A fuel cap not replaced after refuelling. Remedy!!! Never be
distracted from your routine pre-flight inspection and if you are, start it
again from the beginning.
>
> Graeme Toft
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: heater valve |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" <morid@northland.lib.mi.us>
I have a new heater control valve from NAPA that I won't be using. If
anyone wants it let me know off list.
Deke
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> I did the same thing. There is a picture on my web site at
> http://www.itsys3.com/kitfox/discover.shtml
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> Bill Hammond
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> Alan & Linda Daniels wrote:
> > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Alan & Linda Daniels
<aldaniels@fmtc.com>
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> > I use a NAPA heater control valve.. About $20. This is pretty standard.
> > On a hot day you really do not need the extra cabin heat. Simple to
> > install and controlled with a push, pull control
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> > Frank & Phyllis wrote:
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> >>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Frank & Phyllis"
<frank.phyllis@mindspring.com>
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> >>I'm thinking of putting a valve in my heater hose to control the flow of
> >>water through my heater coil. Has anyone tried this? I have a 912S
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
I am sorry to hear about your crash, Graeme.
Yesterday evening, I received a Yahoo Alert because I have "Kitfox" as a keyword
and read about your crash landing from the local newspaper online. Your name
was not printed but I was relieved to see that both passenger and pilot survived,
thinking: It could be someone from the list - as I did when I read about
Mike's accident.
This is now confirmed and although I can imagine how sad you feel, I am glad you
and your sister in-law were not injured.
Please, write more about your experience, when you have the time. How was it to
meet the water? Was there waves or smooth water? How did the missing fuel cap
lead to a fuel starvation?
Our warmest thoughts to you and your sister in-law.
Michel
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| Subject: | Skystar Heater (type) 912U |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Randy Daughenbaugh" <rjdaugh@rapidnet.com>
I used a heater core from a Toyota and a 12 volt pancake fan.
Randy
.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rich Williamson
Subject: Kitfox-List: Skystar Heater (type) 912U
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Rich Williamson" <rwill1@adelphia.net>
Hi,
Looking for a Skystar type heater for my KF Model 3. I think it's
narrow/long and fits up in under the dash... Possibly an Avid product would
be the same , work as well... Anyone have one or know who has one?
thanks
Rich
N50PC
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| Subject: | Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Mdkitfox@aol.com
Graeme,
I was so sorry to hear of your accident, but elated to hear that you and
your sister-in-law survived and are in good condition(?). Survival of a crash
from such a low level is a testament to your flying ability and to the
strength of the deign that allowed the aircraft to protect the occupants. May
next
year be a better one for you and hopefully we will see the revival of #4473.
Let us know what parts you may need. I still have a few extras lying around
and I'm sure other folks have some to.
Rick Weiss
Series V Speedster N39RW, 912S
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| Subject: | Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Lowell Fitt" <lcfitt@sbcglobal.net>
Greame,
Thanks for your post - a most difficult one to write, I expect. Sorry to
hear of your water landing and the project ahead. Good to hear of your
safety. And I have had a fuel cap problem also - mine a slightly
misalligned cap. This will suck a tank dry to be sure.
Lowell
----- Original Message -----
From: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
Subject: Kitfox-List: The crash of Kitfox 4473
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
>
> Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water
> of my beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield
> for a local flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to
> the north of my home town of Yeppoon. The area is isolated with only bush
> tracks going to the numerous beaches. On reaching five rocks I began a
> slow turn to the right and was at an altitude of 500 feet and
> approximately 1/2 Kilometer to sea when the engine quit. Several attempts
> to restart the engine were unsuccessful and a decision was made to set up
> for best glide and head for a small beach directly in front of us. The
> aircraft landed in 2 meters of water and immediately flipped onto its back
> and filled with water instantly. After extricating myself from the
> aircraft Desma was no where to be seen so I re-entered it to find her
> still in her harness and completely submerged. I released her and dragged
> her to the beach where we were helped by some holiday!
> makers looking for a quite break. We are sore and sorry but alive. The
> plane is going to take a lot to resurrect but fly again she will. Cause of
> accident? A fuel cap not replaced after refuelling. Remedy!!! Never be
> distracted from your routine pre-flight inspection and if you are, start
> it again from the beginning.
>
> Graeme Toft
>
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Karen Albrecht" <kalbrecht1221@earthlink.net>
Wow - two crashes in less that a week! Thankfully Graeme and his sister-in-law
survived! Does anyone know the cause of the CO crash?
Hope everyone had a good Christmas and Happy 2006 to all!
Glen and Karen
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Don Pearsall" <donpearsall@comcast.net>
Graeme,
You are to be congratulated for saving both your lives. Your quick action
certainly saved your sister in law's life and you are a hero. I hope she
will fly with you again.
I am sorry about the plane and the accident, but now you have a great story
to tell. Thanks for letting us know.
Don Pearsall
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Graeme Toft
Subject: Kitfox-List: The crash of Kitfox 4473
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water of
my beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield for
a local flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to the
north of my home town of Yeppoon. The area is isolated with only bush tracks
going to the numerous beaches. On reaching five rocks I began a slow turn to
the right and was at an altitude of 500 feet and approximately 1/2 Kilometer
to sea when the engine quit. Several attempts to restart the engine were
unsuccessful and a decision was made to set up for best glide and head for a
small beach directly in front of us. The aircraft landed in 2 meters of
water and immediately flipped onto its back and filled with water instantly.
After extricating myself from the aircraft Desma was no where to be seen so
I re-entered it to find her still in her harness and completely submerged.
I released her and dragged her to the beach where we were helped by some
holiday!
makers looking for a quite break. We are sore and sorry but alive. The
plane is going to take a lot to resurrect but fly again she will. Cause of
accident? A fuel cap not replaced after refuelling. Remedy!!! Never be
distracted from your routine pre-flight inspection and if you are, start it
again from the beginning.
Graeme Toft
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| Subject: | Re: The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Guy Buchanan <bnn@nethere.com>
>Graeme,
Good job getting both of you out safely. I hope your sister isn't
too soggy, nor too terrified to fly again. Does it feel good to confess?
I'm glad that you're anxious to get your Kit back in the air. I don't know
if I could face a rebuild.
Guy Buchanan
K-IV 1200 / 582 / 99.9% done, thanks mostly to Bob Ducar.
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lmar <my93avid@yahoo.com>
Here is a carb heater than cost about $5.00/carb and takes 1.5 amps/carb to operate.....
Carb Heater
I cant remember my whole thought process, but it evolved from a
fellow listee who used a 15w tail light bulb taped to his carb to
successfully defeat carb ice. Trying to improve from there, I had
figured that 20w would provide approximately a maximum of 100F heat
to the carb body which would be warm enough without being too hot.
I used NiCrA-30DGL at 30 awg, which is a glass-insulated wire. I
had calculated that 18 of wire would yield 9.8 ohm >20w >1.42amps
(per carb). I initially wanted to wrap the wire around the carb
intake, but after concern for the rubber air filter mount and
discovering that the aluminum carb conducts the heat so fast, that
it did not matter where it was wrapped. I then wrapped it around
the easiest place, in the Bings case, around the slide housing. I
used high temperature silicon around the housing, and simply wrapped
the wire into it. I choose to connect it DC on a switch. It can
also be wired AC directly. I use it as an ANTI - ice system,
turning it on at engine start whenever conditions are conducive for
icing. It does not create enough heat to wait until ice is present
before using it. This is my personal untried opinion. It does not
degrade engine performance, as the air going in is just as cold, but
the water cannot turn to ice because the carb body temp stays above
freezing. If I were to do it again, I would wire it directly to AC
and have it always on. (I keep mine on all of the time anyway)
Having not been plaque by carb ice, I did not do anymore testing.
Though I fly in conditions that the carb ice chart will show as
being prone, I do not fly in mist, fog, etc. This conversation does
prompt me to further investigate the effectiveness of the heater,
but in 2yrs, I havent a problem. I would like to see what my carb
body temp is with the heater on while actually flying in cold damp
air. More heat requires more wattage/amps and less wire.
I bought the wire from www.wiretronics.com (209-296-8460).
They have a downloadable calculator that is real good to check (in
my case to teach) things out. They had a 20 min order; you only
need 18 per carb. Perhaps someone wants to group order. I gave
my excess to guys around here who didnt have any heat system. You
can also use it to make warm gloves, sock, etc. I think it was
about $40.00 total with shipping?
Hope this helps,
Larry
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
I do know how you feel and am also very glad you are the one telling us
about the incident. Some aircraft have a spring loaded flap inside the
filler that prevents this type of mishap. I have no idea how hard it
would be to do that type of mod. I did replace the standard SS cap with
flush mounts just prior to my accident. Looking back I should have
looked closer at the flapper type. If I ever build again I will
incorporate as many things as I can to prevent mishaps caused by what I
should have done. The flaps wouldn't have helped me but a dedicated
ignition and power supply might have. Again so glad you and yours are
here to think out the rebuild.
Rick
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net>
Graeme,
So glad to hear you and your sister-in-law are OK...
Blue Skies!!
John & Debra McBean
www.sportplanellc.com
"The Sky is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Graeme Toft
Subject: Kitfox-List: The crash of Kitfox 4473
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water of
my beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield for
a local flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to the
north of my home town of Yeppoon. The area is isolated with only bush tracks
going to the numerous beaches. On reaching five rocks I began a slow turn to
the right and was at an altitude of 500 feet and approximately 1/2 Kilometer
to sea when the engine quit. Several attempts to restart the engine were
unsuccessful and a decision was made to set up for best glide and head for a
small beach directly in front of us. The aircraft landed in 2 meters of
water and immediately flipped onto its back and filled with water instantly.
After extricating myself from the aircraft Desma was no where to be seen so
I re-entered it to find her still in her harness and completely submerged.
I released her and dragged her to the beach where we were helped by some
holiday!
makers looking for a quite break. We are sore and sorry but alive. The
plane is going to take a lot to resurrect but fly again she will. Cause of
accident? A fuel cap not replaced after refuelling. Remedy!!! Never be
distracted from your routine pre-flight inspection and if you are, start it
again from the beginning.
Graeme Toft
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
On Dec 27, 2005, at 5:13 PM, Karen Albrecht wrote:
> Does anyone know the cause of the CO crash?
From what I read, and trying to remember from memory, Glen: A 23 years
old pilot with a 19 years old passenger were doing aerobatics
(definition of the witnesses) over a frozen lake. The plane did a high
speed low pass then went in a steep climb. Maybe the engine failed or
they just stalled, but the plane went nose down without a chance of
regaining control. Very sad story.
Cheers,
Michel
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| Subject: | Re: Ref: Ski Mod? |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
On Dec 27, 2005, at 2:54 AM, Lmar wrote:
> The brush was my original idea, then I expanded it to thinking about a
> rubber skirt. I wondered about using a shoe polishing brush, or
> walking through the farm supply store to see what comes to mind.
I was thinking of something stronger and harder than shoe polishing
brush, Larry. But maybe it's enough.
There is still very little snow here and I haven't yet my skis on. But
soon I will try and let you know of my experience. I still wonder how
I'll fix it to the ski, though, because I don't want to make a hole and
have a bolt or a rivet under the ski, of course.
Cheers,
Michel
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "ron schick" <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
Graeme Glad to hear of your safe landing. I caught a loose cap myself a
while back. Just a last minute check after a refuel or I would have also
been wet. I'll be waiting to hear of your next flight. Ron NB Ore
>From: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
>Reply-To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Kitfox-List: The crash of Kitfox 4473
>Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2005 19:36:38 +1000
>
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Graeme Toft" <msm@byterocky.net>
>
>Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water
>of my beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield
>for a local flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to
>the north of my home town of Yeppoon. The area is isolated with only bush
>tracks going to the numerous beaches. On reaching five rocks I began a slow
>turn to the right and was at an altitude of 500 feet and approximately 1/2
>Kilometer to sea when the engine quit. Several attempts to restart the
>engine were unsuccessful and a decision was made to set up for best glide
>and head for a small beach directly in front of us. The aircraft landed in
>2 meters of water and immediately flipped onto its back and filled with
>water instantly. After extricating myself from the aircraft Desma was no
>where to be seen so I re-entered it to find her still in her harness and
>completely submerged. I released her and dragged her to the beach where we
>were helped by some holiday!
> makers looking for a quite break. We are sore and sorry but alive. The
>plane is going to take a lot to resurrect but fly again she will. Cause of
>accident? A fuel cap not replaced after refuelling. Remedy!!! Never be
>distracted from your routine pre-flight inspection and if you are, start it
>again from the beginning.
>
>Graeme Toft
>
>
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| Subject: | The crash of Kitfox 4473 |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Disher" <jdisher@intergate.com>
In 1996, 2 years after I got my Speedster flying I made the 4 hour trip to
Sun-n-Fun, stoping halfway to stretch and refuel. One of my big reasons for
refueling was to make sure I had enough to finish the trip, plus the trip
home and would not have to bother with getting fuel service there. Imagine
my surprise when I got to Lakeland and had the engine quit while taxi-ing to
the parling area because I was out of gas. I had let the fuel attendant put
the gas cap back on and he put it on backwards with the vent facing to the
rear and I had syphoned 13 gallons of gas out in a little less than 2 hours.
Sheer dumb luck let me make it to Lakeland.
John Disher
Summerville, SC
-------Original Message-------
From: wingsdown
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: The crash of Kitfox 4473
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
I do know how you feel and am also very glad you are the one telling us
about the incident. Some aircraft have a spring loaded flap inside the
filler that prevents this type of mishap. I have no idea how hard it
would be to do that type of mod. I did replace the standard SS cap with
flush mounts just prior to my accident. Looking back I should have
looked closer at the flapper type. If I ever build again I will
incorporate as many things as I can to prevent mishaps caused by what I
should have done. The flaps wouldn't have helped me but a dedicated
ignition and power supply might have. Again so glad you and yours are
here to think out the rebuild.
Rick
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Alan & Linda Daniels <aldaniels@fmtc.com>
Outstanding job of keeping your head and getting out unhurt. That speaks
very well of not only your flying ability, but of your clear head under
pressure.
(Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water of my
beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield for a local
flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to the north of
my home town of Yeppoon.)
On cross country flights if someone else fuels the plane about half the
time the cap has been put on backwards. I now placard in front of the
fuel cap that the vent goes forward. Also if you put a fairing behind
your fuel cap, about as high as the fuel cap and tapering back about 8
inches or so it not only reduces drag - not a biggie- but if your fuel
cap comes off it will not suck the tank dry. One of my sons got
interrupted while fueling on his solo cross country and forgot to put a
cap on. The flight home was 1.5 hours over the mountains. He lost almost
no gas, and I am sure it was the fairing that did it.
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" <morid@northland.lib.mi.us>
The easiest way to handle the problem of attendents improperly installing
the cap is to always do it yourself. I always ask the attendents if they
mind me doing my own fill. Nobody has ever had a problem with it.
Deke
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Alan & Linda Daniels
<aldaniels@fmtc.com>
>
> Outstanding job of keeping your head and getting out unhurt. That speaks
> very well of not only your flying ability, but of your clear head under
> pressure.
>
> (Hi Guys, unfortunately this email is to advise you of the cash into water
of my beautiful new kitfox. At 7.30am on Boxing Day I departed my airfield
for a local flight with my sister in law travelling some 40 kilometres to
the north of my home town of Yeppoon.)
>
>
> On cross country flights if someone else fuels the plane about half the
> time the cap has been put on backwards. I now placard in front of the
> fuel cap that the vent goes forward. Also if you put a fairing behind
> your fuel cap, about as high as the fuel cap and tapering back about 8
> inches or so it not only reduces drag - not a biggie- but if your fuel
> cap comes off it will not suck the tank dry. One of my sons got
> interrupted while fueling on his solo cross country and forgot to put a
> cap on. The flight home was 1.5 hours over the mountains. He lost almost
> no gas, and I am sure it was the fairing that did it.
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Skystar Heater (type) 912U |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Rich Williamson" <rwill1@adelphia.net>
Thanks, got a similar suggestion from another... Sounds like the easiest ,
more inexpensive way to go... Transmission cooler on JC Whitney looks
perfect.. and I work in high tech hardware...so computer fans are easy to
come by... lol.
Rich
----- Original Message -----
From: "D& D Syverson" <ddsyverson@comcast.net>
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Skystar Heater (type) 912U
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: D& D Syverson <ddsyverson@comcast.net>
>
> Rich,
>
> I don't know how similar the airframe construction is between a model 3
> and a
> 7, but I purchased the Skystar supplied heater kit for my model 7 W/912
> ULS -
> based on the parts I received - it shouldn't be too big of a problem for
> you
> to rig a heater up. The core appears to be an aluminum transmission cooler
> which gets plumbed through the firewall into "T"s which go in the engine
> coolant lines with two muffin fans pushing the air through the core.
>
> I am sure a person could use any one of several transmission oil coolers
> which
> can be found in an auto parts store, but the one in my kit was labeled:
>
> Earl's Performance plumbing
> 19302 South Laurel Park Road
> Rancho Domingo, CA 90220
> Part Number 41608
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Dave S.
>
>
> On Monday 26 December 2005 8:55 am, Rich Williamson wrote:
>> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Rich Williamson"
>> <rwill1@adelphia.net>
>>
>> Hi,
>> Looking for a Skystar type heater for my KF Model 3. I think it's
>> narrow/long and fits up in under the dash... Possibly an Avid product
>> would
>> be the same , work as well... Anyone have one or know who has one? thanks
>> Rich
>> N50PC
>
>>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Triennial Aircraft Registration Report |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Michael Logan" <michael.logan@cox.net>
I just received my Triennial Aircraft Registration Report from the FAA. It
is very strange the way they do it, if there are no changes, you don't sign
it, nor do you send it in. If the incorrect person at an aircraft owner's
old address gets the card, they can't sign it and send it in and the FAA has
no idea if there is a change or not.
Mike
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Mk7 Spinner |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Murle Williams sells spinners for a variety of engine/prop combinations:
<http://MurleWilliamsAviation.com>
Murle.Williams@gmail.com
602-978-0553
Mike G.
N728KF
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