---------------------------------------------------------- Kitfox-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Thu 01/12/06: 21 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 03:40 AM - Re: Evans Waterless Coolant (Fox5flyer) 2. 03:51 AM - Re: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant (Fox5flyer) 3. 06:08 AM - Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (wingnut) 4. 06:12 AM - Re: Evans Waterless Coolant (flier) 5. 06:13 AM - Re: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant (flier) 6. 08:11 AM - Re: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant (Randy Daughenbaugh) 7. 08:12 AM - Re: Evans Waterless Coolant (Paul Wilson) 8. 08:38 AM - Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (Michael Gibbs) 9. 09:21 AM - Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (wingnut) 10. 09:42 AM - Re: Evans Waterless Coolant (kurt schrader) 11. 09:54 AM - 3/16 treaded rob end bearing for older iv (jboatm16) 12. 09:55 AM - Re: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (jdmcbean) 13. 09:55 AM - Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (jdmcbean) 14. 10:01 AM - Re: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant (kurt schrader) 15. 10:22 AM - Re: Bummin' on Empty Weight (kurt schrader) 16. 10:45 AM - Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (wingnut) 17. 01:02 PM - Re: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (jdmcbean) 18. 06:56 PM - Re: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant (wingsdown) 19. 07:50 PM - How to Fly a Kitfox (Eric) 20. 08:59 PM - Hey Lloyd, (Randy Daughenbaugh) 21. 09:07 PM - Re: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS (James Shumaker) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 03:40:54 AM PST US From: "Fox5flyer" Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" Thanks. Do you know of any chains that carry the stuff so I don't have to go mail order? Deke ----- Original Message ----- From: "flier" Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 2:03 PM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "flier" > > In my engines it appears to cool pretty much as well > as regular EG. I used to run 100% EG in the Kitfox > to avoid boiling after shutdown and one has to be > concerned with gelling. Not with Evans. That and > the lifetime nature of Evan's alone are well worth > the few extra bucks to me. Plus, the higher boiling > temperature is nice down here in TX were running at > 95 to 100+ OAT a lot of the year is normal. > > Regards, > > Ted > > > --- Original Message --- > From: "Fox5flyer" > To: > Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant > > >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" > > > > >Have you found any difference when comparing to > Ethylene Glycol? > >Deke > > > >> I have it in both my Kitfox 912 and the EA81 in my > >> Nieuport. I like it. > >> > >> > >> --- Original Message --- > >> From: "Fox5flyer" > >> To: "Kitfox List" > >> Subject: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant > >> > >> >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" > >> > >> > > >> >Is anyone of you out there using the Evans > waterless > >> coolant in your engines, whether auto or aircraft? > >> >I'm considering making the switch while I've got > my > >> Soob powered Fox5 down for annual, but thought I'd > >> ask if there's any personal experience any of you > >> might share. > >> >Also, any sources and/or prices would be > appreciated. > >> >Tnx, > >> >Deke > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> >_- > >> > ====================================================== > >> ====== > >> browse > >> Subscriptions page, > >> FAQ, > >> List > >> >_- > >> > ====================================================== > >> ====== > >> Admin. > >> >_- > >> > ====================================================== > >> ====== > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > > >_- > ====================================================== > ====== > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > List > >_- > ====================================================== > ====== > Admin. > >_- > ====================================================== > ====== > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 03:51:43 AM PST US From: "Fox5flyer" Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" That's the sort of info I was looking for. Any idea where I can find a suitable overflow bottle? What flush do I need? The cap should be available at NAPA. Deke ----- Original Message ----- From: "wingsdown" Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 10:57 PM Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" > > Yes good stuff and eliminated the need for a thermostat. You will need > double the standard NSI over flow due to greater expansion. Be sure to > use the flush first. Get a low pressure cap as well. > > Rick > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fox5flyer > Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 4:58 AM > To: Kitfox List > Subject: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant > > > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" > --> > > Oops, forgot to include this url. > http://www.lubricationspecialist.com/product_info.php?cPath=3D9&products > _id=3D123&osCsid=3Df82ca08f6a4d648f82a5e36acd33a4dd > > Is anyone of you out there using the Evans waterless coolant in your > engines, whether auto or aircraft? I'm considering making the switch > while I've got my Soob powered Fox5 down for annual, but thought I'd ask > if there's any personal experience any of you might share. Also, any > sources and/or prices would be appreciated. Tnx, Deke > > ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 06:08:00 AM PST US Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS From: "wingnut" --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" After further research on the internet, I finally found where I can download the operatin manual for the 912UL. For those of you that don't know (being optomistic here and assuming I wasn't the only one), you can download the operting manual for every rotax motor made at http://ww.rotax-aircraft-engines.com. It comes up in german but there's a link at the bottom for the english version. If you've purchased a used, rotax powered airplane that didn't come with the manual, then this download is a must. It answered all my questions and a few I didn't know I needed to ask. For the reccord, the manual has a nifty chart listing the reccomended power and rpm settings for a 912UL with a variable pitch prop. There's one bit that I picked up that seems too good to be true. According to the manual, if I set the prop pitch to keep rpm to 5400, then there's no time limit for full throttle operation. I'd been told that full throttle should be limited. I wasn't sure about duration so I'd developed the habbit of pulling back to 5000 after the cross wind turn. Consequently, it was taking me forever to get to cruise altitude. If I'm interpreting the manual correctly, I can keep full power all the way up. Even at 5200rpm, that's bettern than 1000fpm solo. WOOHOO! This is fantastic news. It's going to make for a whole different experience in the climb. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3246#3246 ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 06:12:28 AM PST US From: "flier" Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "flier" Here's a link to the dealers. I ordered direct from Evans as you only need a gallon of flush (IF you already have EG in the system) and a gallon of coolant. BTW, if you don't use up the whole gallon of flush you can actually use it to add to the coolant to top it off later. It's fully compatable per Evans. Regards, Ted http://www.evanscooling.com/html/dealer1.htm --- Original Message --- From: "Fox5flyer" Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" > >Thanks. Do you know of any chains that carry the stuff so I don't have to >go mail order? >Deke > >----- Original Message ----- >From: "flier" >To: ; >Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 2:03 PM >Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant > > >> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "flier" >> >> In my engines it appears to cool pretty much as well >> as regular EG. I used to run 100% EG in the Kitfox >> to avoid boiling after shutdown and one has to be >> concerned with gelling. Not with Evans. That and >> the lifetime nature of Evan's alone are well worth >> the few extra bucks to me. Plus, the higher boiling >> temperature is nice down here in TX were running at >> 95 to 100+ OAT a lot of the year is normal. >> >> Regards, >> >> Ted >> >> >> --- Original Message --- >> From: "Fox5flyer" >> To: >> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant >> >> >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" >> >> > >> >Have you found any difference when comparing to >> Ethylene Glycol? >> >Deke >> > >> >> I have it in both my Kitfox 912 and the EA81 in my >> >> Nieuport. I like it. >> >> >> >> >> >> --- Original Message --- >> >> From: "Fox5flyer" >> >> To: "Kitfox List" >> >> Subject: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant >> >> >> >> >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" >> >> >> >> > >> >> >Is anyone of you out there using the Evans >> waterless >> >> coolant in your engines, whether auto or aircraft? >> >> >I'm considering making the switch while I've got >> my >> >> Soob powered Fox5 down for annual, but thought I'd >> >> ask if there's any personal experience any of you >> >> might share. >> >> >Also, any sources and/or prices would be >> appreciated. >> >> >Tnx, >> >> >Deke >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> >_- >> >> >> ====================================================== >> >> ====== >> >> browse >> >> Subscriptions page, >> >> FAQ, >> >> List >> >> >_- >> >> >> ====================================================== >> >> ====== >> >> Admin. >> >> >_- >> >> >> ====================================================== >> >> ====== >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> > >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > >> > >> > >> >_- >> ====================================================== >> ====== >> browse >> Subscriptions page, >> FAQ, >> List >> >_- >> ====================================================== >> ====== >> Admin. >> >_- >> ====================================================== >> ====== >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > >_- ====================================================== ====== browse Subscriptions page, FAQ, List >_- ====================================================== ====== Admin. >_- ====================================================== ====== > > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 06:13:13 AM PST US From: "flier" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "flier" Rick, I don't think you need to change the cap. --- Original Message --- From: "wingsdown" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" > >Yes good stuff and eliminated the need for a thermostat. You will need >double the standard NSI over flow due to greater expansion. Be sure to >use the flush first. Get a low pressure cap as well. > >Rick > >-----Original Message----- >From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com >[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fox5flyer >Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 4:58 AM >To: Kitfox List >Subject: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant > > >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" >--> > >Oops, forgot to include this url. >http://www.lubricationspecialist.com/product_info.php ?cPath=3D9&products >_id=3D123&osCsid=3Df82ca08f6a4d648f82a5e36acd33a4dd > >Is anyone of you out there using the Evans waterless coolant in your >engines, whether auto or aircraft? I'm considering making the switch >while I've got my Soob powered Fox5 down for annual, but thought I'd ask >if there's any personal experience any of you might share. Also, any >sources and/or prices would be appreciated. Tnx, Deke > > > > > > > >_- ====================================================== ====== browse Subscriptions page, FAQ, List >_- ====================================================== ====== Admin. >_- ====================================================== ====== > > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 08:11:42 AM PST US From: "Randy Daughenbaugh" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Randy Daughenbaugh" Thanks for that comment. I see no reason for the lower pressure cap, and the Rotax SB doesn't require a lower pressure cap. Randy - 912. . -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of flier Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2006 7:13 AM Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "flier" Rick, I don't think you need to change the cap. --- Original Message --- From: "wingsdown" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" > >Yes good stuff and eliminated the need for a thermostat. You will need >double the standard NSI over flow due to greater expansion. Be sure to >use the flush first. Get a low pressure cap as well. > >Rick > >-----Original Message----- ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 08:12:29 AM PST US From: Paul Wilson Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Paul Wilson Best recommendation is the same formula that is recommended by Rotax. as it has some ethelene glycol mixed into the propylene base that Evans uses. The reason it for enhance the heat transfer properties. The info in the Rotax bulletin and repeated on the Evans web site if I remember correctly. My memory fails sorry. Regards paul ================ At 06:46 PM 1/11/2006, you wrote: >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader > >Dee, > >Which product is best for us flyers? NPG, NPG+, or >NPG-R? > >I might switch to this in Florida with the heat the >turbo puts out. > >Kurt S. S-5/NSI turbo. > >--- Dee Young wrote: > > > > Deke take a look at this web site. It may give you > > the info you need. > > >http://eee.evanscooling.com/catalog/C_npg1.htm > > > > Dee > > ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 08:38:53 AM PST US From: Michael Gibbs Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs The recommendation for 5200 RPM is static, i.e., while the plane is not moving. When you accelerate to normal flight speeds the RPM will rise to approximately red line RPM (5800). Mike G. N728KF ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 09:21:53 AM PST US Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS From: "wingnut" --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" That makes alot more sense. Unfortunately, my brakes are not strong enough to hold the plane in position at full throttle so I resorted to tweeking the pitch for 5200 on the upwind climb. If 5200 static = 5800 at cruise, should I be seeing something like 5500 in the climb? Any feedback on my interpretation of the opertors manual? Can I realy set the pitch for 5400 and leave the throttle in for the duration of the climb? Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3313#3313 ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 09:42:04 AM PST US From: kurt schrader Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader Thanks Paul, When I get back in the US and can get around to it, I`ll ask Evans too, before ordering. Each product seems to have some advantages for a turbo soob running at more than highway cruise power settings. Maybe the Rotax mix will be best here too. Kurt S. S-5/NSI turbo --- Paul Wilson wrote: > Best recommendation is the same formula that is > recommended by Rotax. as it > has some ethelene glycol mixed into the propylene > base that Evans uses. The > reason it for enhance the heat transfer properties. > The info in the Rotax > bulletin and repeated on the Evans web site if I > remember correctly. My > memory fails sorry. > Regards paul > ================ > >--> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader > > > > >Dee, > > > >Which product is best for us flyers? NPG, NPG+, or > >NPG-R? > > > >I might switch to this in Florida with the heat the > >turbo puts out. > > > >Kurt S. S-5/NSI turbo. ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 09:54:02 AM PST US From: "jboatm16" Subject: Kitfox-List: 3/16 treaded rob end bearing for older iv --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jboatm16" iam in need of 2 -3/16threaded end rod bearings... for the older kf IV sruce doesnt seem to have, either did wicks??be glad to pay for thanks kem ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 09:55:43 AM PST US From: "jdmcbean" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" Yes you can.. Another area for manuals.. http://www.kodiakbs.com/tiintro.htm Those with Rotax engines should also take a look at R.O.A.N. http://www.rotax-owner.com/index.htm Have a Safe New Year !! 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 wingnut Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2006 10:21 AM Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" That makes alot more sense. Unfortunately, my brakes are not strong enough to hold the plane in position at full throttle so I resorted to tweeking the pitch for 5200 on the upwind climb. If 5200 static = 5800 at cruise, should I be seeing something like 5500 in the climb? Any feedback on my interpretation of the opertors manual? Can I realy set the pitch for 5400 and leave the throttle in for the duration of the climb? Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3313#3313 ________________________________ Message 13 ____________________________________ Time: 09:55:43 AM PST US From: "jdmcbean" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" Where are you located and what is the field elevation at you airport ? Full power static RPM (on the brakes) will typically be about 200-500 rpm lower then the desired max rpm for takeoff... setting the prop at the 5200 rpm static should give you an approximate 5400 when climbing out but will push up to 5500 - 5800 with full power level flight. It is referred to as "UNLOADING" the prop. Manifold pressure... You are correct.. 80% would be determined with MP. Standard pressure is 29.92".. 80 % would be 24"... Rule of thumb.. you'll loose an inch of manifold pressure per thousand feet... so in theory at 6000 feet full throttle will give you 80%. Have a Safe New Year !! 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 wingnut Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 2:24 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" Hello. I'm a new owner of a Model IV 1200 with a 912UL and an IVO prop. The checklist that came with the airplane instructs me to set the prop pitch for takeoff at 5200RPM. According to the published specs for the 912UL, peak power is made at 5800 for two minutes then 5400 continuous. Shouldn't I set the prop pitch for peak power? Finding the best setting for cuise is another area of confusion. I'm assuming that, since the RPM is adjustable with pitch that I need to look at the manifold pressure to set for 80% power. Then it's just a matter of tweaking the pitch for max speed right? So what manifold pressure constitues 80% power? Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3014#3014 ________________________________ Message 14 ____________________________________ Time: 10:01:39 AM PST US From: kurt schrader Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader Great Rick, This would probably make it so I can live with my radiator scoop cooling capacity as is and only reduce it in winter. (I am pushing it for cooling above 85 F or so now, especially climbing or on a long taxi.) Then I only only need to add the thermostat bypass to my oil cooler to keep the temps up when cold. Been running the coolant around 160 in the cool air lately, but the oil doesn`t get hot enough then. If I kept both at 210 F with Evans in it, that should work well. Then I just have to watch the GB temps, which seem to follow a little below the case temps. BTW, what is the freezing point for Evans coolant? Anyone found that yet? Kurt S. --- wingsdown wrote: > Yes good stuff and eliminated the need for a > thermostat. You will need > double the standard NSI over flow due to greater > expansion. Be sure to > use the flush first. Get a low pressure cap as well. > > Rick ________________________________ Message 15 ____________________________________ Time: 10:22:18 AM PST US From: kurt schrader Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Bummin' on Empty Weight --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader So well said Clifford. I am in shock and speachless. Totally unexpected. Kurt S. --- Clifford Begnaud wrote: > Ruth, > This is a terrible shock. My sincere condolences! > Vic will be missed by many of us in the Kitfox community. > You should know that Vic has built a very special > airplane and it has been > an inspiration for others to attempt to duplicate > what he accomplished. > Despite great effort, his work at building a light > weight high performance kitfox remains unmatched. > Vic will be remembered as a giving individual and as > a pioneer in our kitfox > community. Vic was well liked and respected by his > kitfox friends. > Although I only met him face to face on two > occasions, we communicated > enough that I thought of him as a dear friend. My > heart hangs heavy with yours. > > Ruth, everyone here also appreciates his lifelong > service to our country in > the US Army. For those that don't know, Vic was a > retired Major from the Army. > If you would like to share any other info about Vic > with us, we would be grateful to know more about Vic. > The list administrator will see this message and > remove Vic's email address from the Kitfox list. > Best Wishes to you and your family, > Cliff Begnaud ________________________________ Message 16 ____________________________________ Time: 10:45:52 AM PST US Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS From: "wingnut" --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" > Standard pressure is 29.92".. 80 % would be 24" The operator manual lists 75% power is obtained at 27.2" and 5000 RPM for the 912UL. Could it be that power doesn't scale linearly with pressure? Am I missing something? The airplane is based at 34A (Laurens, SC). Elevation is 697 ft. I'm hoping to get comfortable enough with short field operations one day to bring it home to my 1000ft turf field. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3343#3343 ________________________________ Message 17 ____________________________________ Time: 01:02:48 PM PST US From: "jdmcbean" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" The Rotax is RPM limited.. So, If you had a prop that would deliver 5800 RPM at full power level flight.. Then following the 912 power curve 75% power would be at approx 5000 RPM which would result in a 27.2" MP at sea level pressure. I had some numbers somewhere from test flights.. but they were with the 912S.. I'll see if I can find them... Have a Safe New Year !! 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 wingnut Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2006 11:45 AM Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" > Standard pressure is 29.92".. 80 % would be 24" The operator manual lists 75% power is obtained at 27.2" and 5000 RPM for the 912UL. Could it be that power doesn't scale linearly with pressure? Am I missing something? The airplane is based at 34A (Laurens, SC). Elevation is 697 ft. I'm hoping to get comfortable enough with short field operations one day to bring it home to my 1000ft turf field. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3343#3343 ________________________________ Message 18 ____________________________________ Time: 06:56:02 PM PST US From: "wingsdown" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" Yep, If you already have the NSI unit , just get the full size rubber made. The screw on cap will fit. If not check Summit racing. Evans has the right flush. It removes any water that might be in the system. NAPP is where I purchased mine. It wasn't the 3, think it was a 7. Rick -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fox5flyer Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2006 3:51 AM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" --> That's the sort of info I was looking for. Any idea where I can find a suitable overflow bottle? What flush do I need? The cap should be available at NAPA. Deke ----- Original Message ----- From: "wingsdown" Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 10:57 PM Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" > > Yes good stuff and eliminated the need for a thermostat. You will need > double the standard NSI over flow due to greater expansion. Be sure to > use the flush first. Get a low pressure cap as well. > > Rick > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fox5flyer > Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 4:58 AM > To: Kitfox List > Subject: Kitfox-List: Fw: Evans Waterless Coolant > > > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Fox5flyer" > --> > > Oops, forgot to include this url. > http://www.lubricationspecialist.com/product_info.php?cPath=3D9&produc > ts > _id=3D123&osCsid=3Df82ca08f6a4d648f82a5e36acd33a4dd > > Is anyone of you out there using the Evans waterless coolant in your > engines, whether auto or aircraft? I'm considering making the switch > while I've got my Soob powered Fox5 down for annual, but thought I'd > ask if there's any personal experience any of you might share. Also, > any sources and/or prices would be appreciated. Tnx, Deke > > ________________________________ Message 19 ____________________________________ Time: 07:50:29 PM PST US From: "Eric" Subject: Kitfox-List: How to Fly a Kitfox --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Eric" there is another "How to Fly a Kitfox" book on eBay right now ________________________________ Message 20 ____________________________________ Time: 08:59:36 PM PST US From: "Randy Daughenbaugh" Subject: Kitfox-List: Hey Lloyd, --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Randy Daughenbaugh" Is that you on page 41 of the January EAA Sport Pilot? I figure it has to be. Your handle is almost a long as mine. Can't be many of you out there. Randy . -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Cudnohufsky's Sent: Monday, January 09, 2006 2:48 PM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Elevator Trim systems cables --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Cudnohufsky's" <7suds@chartermi.net> Great resource, you got me thinking and looking around, another resource is boat supply houses for boats throttle and shift cables. They currently have some nice cables on E-Bay with lengths up to 40' Lloyd ----- Original Message ----- From: "Alan & Linda Daniels" ________________________________ Message 21 ____________________________________ Time: 09:07:11 PM PST US From: James Shumaker Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Best RPM for takeoff with IVO prop and 912ULS --> Kitfox-List message posted by: James Shumaker Wingnut, The Rotax 912ul is rated 100% (5500 rpm) power for continous operation. It can be run to 5800 rpm for 3 minutes of takeoff power. So if your engine is warm, 140 degrees F, then you can climb for 3 minutes at 5800 rpm and then reduce the power to 5500 rpm and fly till the tanks run almost dry. You must reduce power to 3500 for a minimum time to cool the engine (30 seconds or more if my memory is correct) and then you may shut it off. The Minimum recommended rpm is 5000 for continuous cruise. You have an adjustable pitch prop so you should be able to get great performance. Keep in mind that running high throttle settings and lowering the rpm is harder on the engine than running high rpms at low throttle settings. That is, 5500 rpm and a low throttle setting is better than 5000 rpm with the throttle more open. Rotax also recommends that if you should run the engine above 5800 rpm that you make a logbook entry....yep, that is all...just a logbook entry. I do not always follow these recomendations to the letter. Last week I flew formation with some overweight ultralights. They topped out at 65 mph. My climb rpm was 4600 rpm I have a ground adjustable fixed pitch. Normally my long descent rpm. Cruise was about 3900 rpm, my normal final approach rpm, and during the low level pass over the airfield I had to land to give them room to get ahead of me. wingnut wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" That makes alot more sense. Unfortunately, my brakes are not strong enough to hold the plane in position at full throttle so I resorted to tweeking the pitch for 5200 on the upwind climb. If 5200 static = 5800 at cruise, should I be seeing something like 5500 in the climb? Any feedback on my interpretation of the opertors manual? Can I realy set the pitch for 5400 and leave the throttle in for the duration of the climb? Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=3313#3313