Kitfox-List Digest Archive

Sun 03/05/06


Total Messages Posted: 28



Today's Message Index:
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     1. 02:44 AM - Re: Tire and Wheel upgrade? (Brett Walmsley)
     2. 07:15 AM - Re: Re roiugh running (Kerry Skyring)
     3. 07:15 AM - Re: Re: Avid/Kitfox (Chet & Marylu Richer)
     4. 07:44 AM - Series 5 cowling for sale (Kerry Skyring)
     5. 08:07 AM - Re: Re: Avid/Kitfox (Sid Hausding)
     6. 09:28 AM - Re: Re: Avid/Kitfox (Lowell Fitt)
     7. 09:42 AM - Re: Tire and Wheel upgrade? (jdmcbean)
     8. 09:42 AM - Re: Re: Radiator Ideas (scoop) (Norm Beauchamp)
     9. 10:12 AM - Re: Re: Avid/Kitfox (jdmcbean)
    10. 10:33 AM - Re: Re: Avid/Kitfox (jdmcbean)
    11. 11:25 AM - 912 water hoses (Dick D'Archangel)
    12. 11:25 AM - poly header tank (Dick D'Archangel)
    13. 01:22 PM - 582 questions (Marco Menezes)
    14. 01:43 PM - Intercooler (John Anderson)
    15. 03:09 PM - Re: Re: Avid/Kitfox (Paul Seehafer)
    16. 04:40 PM - Re: 912 water hoses (RAY Gignac)
    17. 05:01 PM - Re: 582 questions (Bob Robertson)
    18. 05:14 PM - Re: another 582 questions (Malcolmbru@aol.com)
    19. 06:45 PM - Re: 582 questions (Marco Menezes)
    20. 06:51 PM - Re: Intercooler (wingsdown)
    21. 07:12 PM - Re: Tire and Wheel upgrade? (Clint Bazzill)
    22. 08:57 PM - Re: 582 questions (aerocon1@telusplanet.net)
    23. 08:57 PM - Re: Baggage compartment (kurt schrader)
    24. 09:14 PM - Re: Baggage compartment (kurt schrader)
    25. 09:20 PM - Avid/Kitfox (Sid Hausding)
    26. 09:26 PM - Avid/Kitfox (Sid Hausding)
    27. 09:56 PM - Re: Avid/Kitfox (Allan Aaron)
    28. 11:54 PM - Re: Intercooler (John Anderson)
 
 
 


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    Time: 02:44:50 AM PST US
    From: "Brett Walmsley" <n93hj@numail.org>
    Subject: Re: Tire and Wheel upgrade?
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Brett Walmsley" <n93hj@numail.org> I believe if you cotact Grove they will sell you the exact axles you need for those wheels. ----- Original Message ----- From: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com> Sent: Saturday, March 04, 2006 3:38 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: Tire and Wheel upgrade? > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com> > > I am going to install new Matco 6" split wheels on my model IV 1200, also > a friend gave me brand new 800x6 air trac oversize tires that I want to > use! I have Grove spring gear with the GAC 3/4x5 axle already install > with the old ATV wheel. I want to continue to use this axle with the new > Matco wheel, anything I should know prior to installing? Also I purchase > the new axles from Matco with the w8 base, that requires cutting the > length of the axle to fit properly does anyone have the required length in > notes that I can use as a ref? > > any help please > > Ray > > >


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    Time: 07:15:00 AM PST US
    From: "Kerry Skyring" <kerryskyring@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Re roiugh running
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Kerry Skyring" <kerryskyring@hotmail.com> Rex, Many thanks and thanks to others who have replied. We do indeed have a facet electric pump and then the standard mechanical pump in line. We have begun investigating this by installing a temporary pressure gauge on the fuel line to one carburettor. Will check pressure on the left side and then the right. We are all set to do more test runs but the gliding club is having its annual "let's get all the gliders serviced and polished and ready for the season weekend" and has occupied the front of the hangar so we are locked in by dismantled gliders. And another 12 inches of snow has just fallen so even if the gliders weren't there we'd be hangar bound. We have also discussed the problem with our local aircraft engineer who has lots of experience on Rotax. He suggests we try really hard to isolate whether fuel pressure is the problem and then if we still have rough running to bring it back into the hangar, take the carburettors off and have them completely cleaned and adjusted. His guess is that a small amount of dirt or other foreign material has got in during the building process and is causing problems. The fact that the (new) engine sat for 2 years without being run may also be a contributing factor. I will report when we know more. Kerry >Hi ! Kerry, > yes I would suspect too much fuel pressure. Bear in mind if >you have the two fuel pumps in series [ the output of the Facet into the >input of the mechanical ] the pressures are additive. ie:- if your >mecanical pump pumps say 5 PSI and your Facet pump is say 4 PSI then your >pressure at the carby is 9 PSI and your carby won't handle that without >flooding. Check your manual for carby pressure requirements. It's probably >about 6 PSI. > If your not sure what pressure you are getting at the carby it really is >very easy to simply measure it. > >


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    Time: 07:15:00 AM PST US
    From: "Chet & Marylu Richer" <mricher@LINKNY.COM>
    Subject: Re: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Chet & Marylu Richer" <mricher@linkny.com> Does anyone out in kitfox land know the Skyraider plane fits into the Avid/Kitfox story ?


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    Time: 07:44:39 AM PST US
    From: "Kerry Skyring" <kerryskyring@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Series 5 cowling for sale
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Kerry Skyring" <kerryskyring@hotmail.com> This is a new smooth cowling for an 0-200 Cont. (I think it suits the Lycooming as well) on an S5 which the owner has asked me to mention for him on the list. He says it cost him around 800 US dollars landed in Vienna Austria and he would like to get 400 dollars for it. So whoever buys would be paying 400 plus the cost of shipping. The owner would pack it and send it. Obviously this is a much better deal for someone in Europe than in the US. Email me off list if you are interested and I will be the go-between and translator. Kerry kitfox builders helper. > >


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    Time: 08:07:27 AM PST US
    From: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com> I think I remember talking to the fellow at Oshkosh and he said he had worked for the Avid factory at one point. Most of the "newer" designs coming out lately are all upgrades of the original Avid. If you note the addresses on most of the new companies and aircraft designs in this category and size, you will find a majority are from the Boise, Caldwell areas of Idaho, which is the site of the original Avid and Kitfox factories........ 2 + 2 in my book, means most of are displaced factory workers with better improvements, but at the cost of more weight and more cost. Keeping the earlier Kitfox and Avid models to the factory designed weight is the key to their economy and thrilling performance.................IMO. Sid Speedwing ---------------------------------------- Chet & Marylu Richer <mricher@> wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Chet & Marylu Richer" Does anyone out in kitfox land know the Skyraider plane fits into the Avid/Kitfox story ? "Why can't we all just get along?" --------------------------------- Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments.


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    Time: 09:28:53 AM PST US
    From: "Lowell Fitt" <lcfitt@sbcglobal.net>
    Subject: Re: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Lowell Fitt" <lcfitt@sbcglobal.net> Sid, I couldn't agree with you more. I think of it almost like the Original Ford Thunderbird and what it evolved into. I am aware that others will strongly disagree and that is good too. Lowell ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sid Hausding" <avidsid@yahoo.com> Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 8:05 AM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Avid/Kitfox > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com> > > I think I remember talking to the fellow at Oshkosh and he said he had > worked for the Avid factory at one point. > > Most of the "newer" designs coming out lately are all upgrades of the > original Avid. If you note the addresses on most of the new companies and > aircraft designs in this category and size, you will find a majority are > from the Boise, Caldwell areas of Idaho, which is the site of the original > Avid and Kitfox factories........ 2 + 2 in my book, means most of are > displaced factory workers with better improvements, but at the cost of > more weight and more cost. Keeping the earlier Kitfox and Avid models to > the factory designed weight is the key to their economy and thrilling > performance.................IMO. > Sid > Speedwing > ---------------------------------------- > > > Chet & Marylu Richer <mricher@> wrote: > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Chet & Marylu Richer" > > Does anyone out in kitfox land know the Skyraider plane fits into the > Avid/Kitfox story ? > > > "Why can't we all just get along?" > > --------------------------------- > Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments. > > >


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    Time: 09:42:14 AM PST US
    From: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net>
    Subject: Tire and Wheel upgrade?
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net> Ray, We can help with new axles.. Fly Safe !! John 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 RAY Gignac Sent: Saturday, March 04, 2006 1:38 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: Tire and Wheel upgrade? --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com> I am going to install new Matco 6" split wheels on my model IV 1200, also a friend gave me brand new 800x6 air trac oversize tires that I want to use! I have Grove spring gear with the GAC 3/4x5 axle already install with the old ATV wheel. I want to continue to use this axle with the new Matco wheel, anything I should know prior to installing? Also I purchase the new axles from Matco with the w8 base, that requires cutting the length of the axle to fit properly does anyone have the required length in notes that I can use as a ref? any help please Ray


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    Time: 09:42:14 AM PST US
    From: Norm Beauchamp <nebchmp@wcc.net>
    Subject: Re: Radiator Ideas (scoop)
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Norm Beauchamp <nebchmp@wcc.net> On my previous cowl I had a scoop that was built using Darrel Mossie's example as a guide http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=main&category=Improvements <http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=main&category=Improvements> It worked very well for my application at the time. It was my first try at fiber glassing and has some slight imperfections. It could however be used as a mold or with some work, used as is. I was going to pitch it, but on second thought if someone wants it for the postage its yours. Norm.


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    Time: 10:12:51 AM PST US
    From: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net>
    Subject: Re: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net> Chet & Marylu, This is my understanding from when I worked at SkyStar... Kenny Schrader, owner and founder of Skyraider, worked at SkyStar aircraft. He was working on an ultralight design of his own and when developed offered it to SkyStar. At the time SkyStar wasn't too interested in a single seat ultralight. Shortly after that Skystar developed the Kitfox Lite which was initially a Skyraider fuselage (bought from Skyraider) with Kitfox designed wing and flaperons. I'm sure there is more to the story... there always is. Kenny was a great guy and fun to be around. He died doing what he loved.. flying his Skyraider low and slow and reports at the time said he was spotting Coyotes... Flying K is Skyraider renamed owned by Kenny's father-in-law and Ridge Runner is another derivative of the Skyraider that is owned by Kenny's brother. Fly Safe !! 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 Chet & Marylu Richer Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 8:14 AM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Avid/Kitfox --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Chet & Marylu Richer" <mricher@linkny.com> Does anyone out in kitfox land know the Skyraider plane fits into the Avid/Kitfox story ?


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    Time: 10:33:37 AM PST US
    From: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net>
    Subject: Re: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net> Sid, I think you are correct... We have been doing that for 2 years now... The key is to keep the weight as light as possible... Just for conversation.. where does one draw the line ?? Fly Safe !! John 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 Sid Hausding Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 9:05 AM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Avid/Kitfox --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com> I think I remember talking to the fellow at Oshkosh and he said he had worked for the Avid factory at one point. Most of the "newer" designs coming out lately are all upgrades of the original Avid. If you note the addresses on most of the new companies and aircraft designs in this category and size, you will find a majority are from the Boise, Caldwell areas of Idaho, which is the site of the original Avid and Kitfox factories........ 2 + 2 in my book, means most of are displaced factory workers with better improvements, but at the cost of more weight and more cost. Keeping the earlier Kitfox and Avid models to the factory designed weight is the key to their economy and thrilling performance.................IMO. Sid Speedwing ---------------------------------------- Chet & Marylu Richer <mricher@> wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Chet & Marylu Richer" Does anyone out in kitfox land know the Skyraider plane fits into the Avid/Kitfox story ? "Why can't we all just get along?" --------------------------------- Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments.


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    Time: 11:25:29 AM PST US
    From: "Dick D'Archangel" <rdarchangel@earthlink.net>
    Subject: 912 water hoses
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Dick D'Archangel" <rdarchangel@earthlink.net> What is your experience with replacing the water hoses from water pump to cylinder heads and from cylinder heads to reservoir on the Rotax 912? I have been unable to find a source for 17 mm water hose. Dick D'Archangel Classic 4 912 UL Jefferson County Aiprort, Washington


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    Time: 11:25:29 AM PST US
    From: "Dick D'Archangel" <rdarchangel@earthlink.net>
    Subject: poly header tank
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Dick D'Archangel" <rdarchangel@earthlink.net> I have had some problems with the plastic header tanks mostly due to the fact that male fitting threads are way harder than the female threads in the tank. The solution I arrived at was to use polyurethane glue (Gorilla Glue) as a sealer. It expands when it cures (moisture is the catalyst for this glue) and seems to lock the fitting in very securely. The joints I have sealed have held up to 100 hrs of service over 18 months. I am not an expert on glue, and I have not heard of anyone else sealing threads this way, but I think its worth consideration if you are having problems. Dick D'Archangel Classic 4 w/912ul Jefferson County Airport, Washington


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    Time: 01:22:03 PM PST US
    From: Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com>
    Subject: 582 questions
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com> List: I've been trying to get both the full power and idle rpm's down on my 582. Repitched the prop and fiddled with the idle adjustments (twin Bing 54s) today with mixed results. Idle and WOT remain a bit high (2200, 6500 static, respectively) though I was pleased that EGTs stayed where they should be. Of major concern, however, was a sudden and unprecedented overrev at full power. It was tooting along fine, wide open at 6500 when suddenly it jumped, nearly pinning the indicator in the red. I cut back power immediately and it continued to run well at lower power settings. For a change, I was glad the fox was tied to the ground. After I pulled the cowlings off, I noticed a good bit of oily black residue that appeared to have blown out of the first exhaust joint, probably out of the forward cylinder. Plugs looked ok though. Any thoughts on the overrev situation? How many CCW turns from dead closed should the idle air and adjustment screws be set to ge me near 1800 rpm at idle? Marco Menezes Model 2 582 N99KX ---------------------------------


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    Time: 01:43:46 PM PST US
    From: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Intercooler
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com> Kurt S. wrote. But now you have to tell us how you intercooled the turbo??? Kurt, I sourced a small intercooler off a wee Toyota Starlet (New Zealand - might not be called that in US) and it took very little modification to fit. I sits just under the upper cowl (std 0200 cowl) and I have fabricated a f/glass air shoot to channel air from the front inlet to it. John From: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Baggage compartment and Intercooler --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Agreed John, I used eyebolts there too with straps and nets. I also pull that baggage fabric as tight as I can before it is velcroed in place to spread the floor load. I added washers under the floor to raise it just a tad too. Still worries me. But now you have to tell us how you intercooled the turbo??? Kurt S. S-5/NSI turbo Read the latest Hollywood gossip @ http://xtramsn.co.nz/entertainment


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    Time: 03:09:05 PM PST US
    From: "Paul Seehafer" <av8rps@tznet.com>
    Subject: Re: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Paul Seehafer" <av8rps@tznet.com> I still own the Avid/Kitfox prototype N99AF,and consequently found this thread pretty interesting. If you check out the old posting http://www.sportflight.com/uploads/avid1.jpg you will see the early Light Aero (Avid) brochure with Dan Denney sitting in the Avid prototype. That pretty much proves who was first, as Denney didn't start Kitfox until after leaving Avid. The 1st Avid flew in the fall of '82. Another interesting twist to the story if I recall correctly is that John McBean's father was involved in N99AF's first flights. Small world sometimes, isn't it. One of my personal goals is to one day get the Avid/Kitfox prototype into a museum (EAA?). But I'm not ready to donate it away quite yet, but maybe that will one day change. As much as it impacted the world of recreational flying, it certainly deserves it's place in history, and a little more recognition. It is a timeless design that is sure to outlive all of us, and was a trendsetter in personal aviation if there ever was one. I'm pretty convinced if you count all of the copies/derivatives that it has to be one of the most copied light aircraft design in history. Let's see, besides the various Kitfox models, there is the Raven, Mohawk, Montana Coyote, Highlander, Escapade, Eurofox, Skyfox Gazelle, Bushbaby, SkyRaider, Ridge Runner, Airdale, etc, etc. And how many more am I missing? Gee, has a Piper Cub been copied as much? Paul Seehafer ----- Original Message ----- From: "JOHN LARSEN" <jopatco@mindspring.com> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Avid/Kitfox > Hi; > Yes you are right. Dean would work with a design until he found interest > in > new one, and then the first design would be off his radar screen. I > designed the MK IV Avid as the C Model, its predecessor, needed an > upgrade > and Dean was off on the Explorer project. He was obviously better > qualified > but had lost interest.


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    Time: 04:40:43 PM PST US
    From: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com>
    Subject: Re: 912 water hoses
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com> I was able to find the same size hose at the local auto parts store, you have to ask for heater hose. ----- Original Message ----- From: Dick D'Archangel<mailto:rdarchangel@earthlink.net> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com<mailto:kitfox-list@matronics.com> Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 2:22 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: 912 water hoses --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Dick D'Archangel" <rdarchangel@earthlink.net<mailto:rdarchangel@earthlink.net>> What is your experience with replacing the water hoses from water pump to cylinder heads and from cylinder heads to reservoir on the Rotax 912? I have been unable to find a source for 17 mm water hose. Dick D'Archangel Classic 4 912 UL Jefferson County Aiprort, Washington


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    Time: 05:01:35 PM PST US
    From: "Bob Robertson" <aerocontrols@clearwave.ca>
    Subject: Re: 582 questions
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Bob Robertson" <aerocontrols@clearwave.ca> Marco, One of our customers had that happen on take off (sudden over-revving).. He had lots of coolant leaking from the first exhaust joint and blowing back onto the engine. Seeing as we had recently serviced this engine, we had him return it to us (at our expense)so we could do an examination on the engine. Our initial thought was that there was a problem with the crankcase halves sealing. Upon disassembly, there was no signs of a crankcase mating surface leak and the seals were all in good shape. Our final determination was that as one of the water pump bolts goes directly into the pto crankcase the engione had ingested coolant from this location. . This bolt is assembled using liberal quantieies of Loctite 518 sealant on the threads. We feel that there was not enough Loctite placed on the threads and coolant was allowed to pass from the water pump into the cylinder/. It does not take much coolant to create extra hp (remember the 1980's and water injection on hot rod engines?). We re-sealed the engine and used lots of loctite on the water pump bolts and all is now well. The water pump housings are notorious for warping because of over tightning. This can add to the problem is the mating surface lacks integrety. The idle air scres does not control the idle speed. It should be set to 1 turn out from closed. The large idle screws on the side of the engine should be initially set at 2.5 turns in from initial contact with the slide. You can adjust the idle up and down from there done in 1/4 turn increments). Whatever you do to one carb need to be done to the other. I'm not 100% sure your over-revving was caused by ingestion of coolant, but it sure sounds similar. Hope this helps Bob Robertson Light Engine Services Ltd. Rotax Service Center Aero Control Enterprises, Inc. St. Albert, Ab. T8N 1M8 Ph: (Tech Support) 1-780-418-4164 Ph: (Order Line) 1-866-418-4164 (TOLL FREE) www.rtx-av-engines.ca www.aerocontrols.net ----- Original Message ----- From: "Marco Menezes" <msm_9949@yahoo.com> Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 1:18 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: 582 questions > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com> > > List: > > I've been trying to get both the full power and idle rpm's down on my 582. Repitched the prop and fiddled with the idle adjustments (twin Bing 54s) today with mixed results. Idle and WOT remain a bit high (2200, 6500 static, respectively) though I was pleased that EGTs stayed where they should be. > > Of major concern, however, was a sudden and unprecedented overrev at full power. It was tooting along fine, wide open at 6500 when suddenly it jumped, nearly pinning the indicator in the red. I cut back power immediately and it continued to run well at lower power settings. For a change, I was glad the fox was tied to the ground. > > After I pulled the cowlings off, I noticed a good bit of oily black residue that appeared to have blown out of the first exhaust joint, probably out of the forward cylinder. Plugs looked ok though. > > Any thoughts on the overrev situation? How many CCW turns from dead closed should the idle air and adjustment screws be set to ge me near 1800 rpm at idle? > > > Marco Menezes > Model 2 582 N99KX > > --------------------------------- > >


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    From: Malcolmbru@aol.com
    Subject: Re: Kitfox-List:another 582 questions
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Malcolmbru@aol.com I have a 66-10% 3 blade wood prop (fixed pitch ) on my kf 2 W/ a E box 3.0 to 1 gear reduction how should I expect the moter to respond and how high should the rpm,s get with this set up. malcolm


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    Time: 06:45:47 PM PST US
    From: Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: 582 questions
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com> Thanks Bob, i'll try removing and resealing the water pump bolts. Manual seems to recommend 221/222 on those bolts. So should I use 518 only on the one that penetrates the pto unit? Also, do you mean Loctite 515? I can't seem to locate 518 anywhere. Finally, long as i'm detorquing those pump bolts, should I replace the pump gasket at the same time? I gotta admit that over-reving freaked me out. I'm glad it wasn't on takeoff. Marco Bob Robertson <aerocontrols@clearwave.ca> wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Bob Robertson" Marco, One of our customers had that happen on take off (sudden over-revving).. He had lots of coolant leaking from the first exhaust joint and blowing back onto the engine. Seeing as we had recently serviced this engine, we had him return it to us (at our expense)so we could do an examination on the engine. Our initial thought was that there was a problem with the crankcase halves sealing. Upon disassembly, there was no signs of a crankcase mating surface leak and the seals were all in good shape. Our final determination was that as one of the water pump bolts goes directly into the pto crankcase the engione had ingested coolant from this location. . This bolt is assembled using liberal quantieies of Loctite 518 sealant on the threads. We feel that there was not enough Loctite placed on the threads and coolant was allowed to pass from the water pump into the cylinder/. It does not take much coolant to create extra hp (remember the 1980's and water injection on hot rod engines?). We re-sealed the engine and used lots of loctite on the water pump bolts and all is now well. The water pump housings are notorious for warping because of over tightning. This can add to the problem is the mating surface lacks integrety. The idle air scres does not control the idle speed. It should be set to 1 turn out from closed. The large idle screws on the side of the engine should be initially set at 2.5 turns in from initial contact with the slide. You can adjust the idle up and down from there done in 1/4 turn increments). Whatever you do to one carb need to be done to the other. I'm not 100% sure your over-revving was caused by ingestion of coolant, but it sure sounds similar. Hope this helps Bob Robertson Light Engine Services Ltd. Rotax Service Center Aero Control Enterprises, Inc. St. Albert, Ab. T8N 1M8 Ph: (Tech Support) 1-780-418-4164 Ph: (Order Line) 1-866-418-4164 (TOLL FREE) www.rtx-av-engines.ca www.aerocontrols.net ----- Original Message ----- From: "Marco Menezes" Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 1:18 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: 582 questions > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Marco Menezes > > List: > > I've been trying to get both the full power and idle rpm's down on my 582. Repitched the prop and fiddled with the idle adjustments (twin Bing 54s) today with mixed results. Idle and WOT remain a bit high (2200, 6500 static, respectively) though I was pleased that EGTs stayed where they should be. > > Of major concern, however, was a sudden and unprecedented overrev at full power. It was tooting along fine, wide open at 6500 when suddenly it jumped, nearly pinning the indicator in the red. I cut back power immediately and it continued to run well at lower power settings. For a change, I was glad the fox was tied to the ground. > > After I pulled the cowlings off, I noticed a good bit of oily black residue that appeared to have blown out of the first exhaust joint, probably out of the forward cylinder. Plugs looked ok though. > > Any thoughts on the overrev situation? How many CCW turns from dead closed should the idle air and adjustment screws be set to ge me near 1800 rpm at idle? > > > Marco Menezes > Model 2 582 N99KX > > --------------------------------- > > --------------------------------- Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments.


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    Time: 06:51:30 PM PST US
    From: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
    Subject: Intercooler
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net> Kurt, To all. This can only be done if the engine is injected. Rick -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Anderson Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 1:41 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: Intercooler --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson" --> <janderson412@hotmail.com> Kurt S. wrote. But now you have to tell us how you intercooled the turbo??? Kurt, I sourced a small intercooler off a wee Toyota Starlet (New Zealand - might not be called that in US) and it took very little modification to fit. I sits just under the upper cowl (std 0200 cowl) and I have fabricated a f/glass air shoot to channel air from the front inlet to it. John From: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Baggage compartment and Intercooler --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Agreed John, I used eyebolts there too with straps and nets. I also pull that baggage fabric as tight as I can before it is velcroed in place to spread the floor load. I added washers under the floor to raise it just a tad too. Still worries me. But now you have to tell us how you intercooled the turbo??? Kurt S. S-5/NSI turbo Read the latest Hollywood gossip @ http://xtramsn.co.nz/entertainment


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    Time: 07:12:09 PM PST US
    From: "Clint Bazzill" <clint_bazzill@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Tire and Wheel upgrade?
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Clint Bazzill" <clint_bazzill@hotmail.com> I have an extra set of axles for the Grove gear. If you are interested, contact me off line. Clint From: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Tire and Wheel upgrade? --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" <jdmcbean@cableone.net> Ray, We can help with new axles.. Fly Safe !! John 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 RAY Gignac Sent: Saturday, March 04, 2006 1:38 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: Tire and Wheel upgrade? --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "RAY Gignac" <KITFOXPILOT@msn.com> I am going to install new Matco 6" split wheels on my model IV 1200, also a friend gave me brand new 800x6 air trac oversize tires that I want to use! I have Grove spring gear with the GAC 3/4x5 axle already install with the old ATV wheel. I want to continue to use this axle with the new Matco wheel, anything I should know prior to installing? Also I purchase the new axles from Matco with the w8 base, that requires cutting the length of the axle to fit properly does anyone have the required length in notes that I can use as a ref? any help please Ray


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    Time: 08:57:25 PM PST US
    From: aerocon1@telusplanet.net
    Subject: Re: 582 questions
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: aerocon1@telusplanet.net Marco, 515 and 518 are pretty much interchangeable. Both are anerobic just that 515 sets up quicker (be liberal with the application). The use of 222 on the other bolts is a good idea. I'd remove the water pump cover and inspect to see if you can see and path that the coolant could have traveled. While you have the cover off, it would be ideal to re-surface the mating surface. Place a sheet of fine emery paper on a piece of plate or flat glass and move the cover over this in a figure eight motion. Check to see if there are any high sports on the cover mating surface. Only take enough off to remove any high spots and level the surface. If too much is removed the bolt that goes into the crankcase could jam up against the crankshaft. Quoting Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com>: > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Marco Menezes <msm_9949@yahoo.com> > > Thanks Bob, i'll try removing and resealing the water pump bolts. Manual > seems to recommend 221/222 on those bolts. So should I use 518 only on the > one that penetrates the pto unit? Also, do you mean Loctite 515? I can't seem > to locate 518 anywhere. Finally, long as i'm detorquing those pump bolts, > should I replace the pump gasket at the same time? I gotta admit that > over-reving freaked me out. I'm glad it wasn't on takeoff. > > Marco > > Bob Robertson <aerocontrols@clearwave.ca> wrote: > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Bob Robertson" > > Marco, > One of our customers had that happen on take off (sudden over-revving).. He > had lots of coolant leaking from the first exhaust joint and blowing back > onto the engine. Seeing as we had recently serviced this engine, we had him > return it to us (at our expense)so we could do an examination on the > engine. Our initial > thought was that there was a problem with the crankcase halves sealing. > Upon disassembly, there was no signs of a crankcase mating surface leak and > the seals were all in good shape. Our final determination was that as one > of the water pump bolts goes directly into the pto crankcase the engione had > ingested coolant from this location. . This bolt is assembled using > liberal quantieies of Loctite 518 sealant on the threads. We feel that > there was not enough Loctite placed on the threads and coolant was allowed > to pass from the water pump into the cylinder/. It does not take much > coolant to create extra hp (remember the 1980's and water injection on hot > rod engines?). We re-sealed the engine and used lots of loctite on the > water pump bolts and all is now well. The water pump housings are > notorious for warping because of over tightning. This can add to the > problem is the mating surface lacks integrety. > > The idle air scres does not control the idle speed. It should be set to 1 > turn out from closed. The large idle screws on the side of the engine > should be initially set at 2.5 turns in from initial contact with the slide. > You can adjust the idle up and down from there done in 1/4 turn increments). > Whatever you do to one carb need to be done to the other. > > I'm not 100% sure your over-revving was caused by ingestion of coolant, but > it sure sounds similar. > > Hope this helps > > Bob Robertson > Light Engine Services Ltd. > Rotax Service Center > Aero Control Enterprises, Inc. > St. Albert, Ab. T8N 1M8 > Ph: (Tech Support) 1-780-418-4164 > Ph: (Order Line) 1-866-418-4164 (TOLL FREE) > www.rtx-av-engines.ca > www.aerocontrols.net > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Marco Menezes" > To: "Matronics.com" > Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 1:18 PM > Subject: Kitfox-List: 582 questions > > > > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Marco Menezes > > > > List: > > > > I've been trying to get both the full power and idle rpm's down on my > 582. Repitched the prop and fiddled with the idle adjustments (twin Bing > 54s) today with mixed results. Idle and WOT remain a bit high (2200, 6500 > static, respectively) though I was pleased that EGTs stayed where they > should be. > > > > Of major concern, however, was a sudden and unprecedented overrev at > full power. It was tooting along fine, wide open at 6500 when suddenly it > jumped, nearly pinning the indicator in the red. I cut back power > immediately and it continued to run well at lower power settings. For a > change, I was glad the fox was tied to the ground. > > > > After I pulled the cowlings off, I noticed a good bit of oily black > residue that appeared to have blown out of the first exhaust joint, probably > out of the forward cylinder. Plugs looked ok though. > > > > Any thoughts on the overrev situation? How many CCW turns from dead > closed should the idle air and adjustment screws be set to ge me near 1800 > rpm at idle? > > > > > > Marco Menezes > > Model 2 582 N99KX > > > > --------------------------------- > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments. > > > > > > > > > > > > >


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    Time: 08:57:25 PM PST US
    From: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Baggage compartment
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> That is quite an upgrade for one pound John. You da' man! Again! Kurt S. --- John King <kingjohne@adelphia.net> wrote: > Kirt, > > I attached the plywood sides to the tubing with > #6-32 stainless flat > head screws that were screwed into anchor nuts. The > anchor nuts were > secured to small wood blocks that were cemented with > structural adhesive > to the tubing. The plywood sides were attached to > the floor by aluminum > angle and #6-32 SS screws. All plywood sides were > removable. The > weight of the plywood and aluminum angles were a > pound more than the > cloth sack provided by SkyStar. I did not use the > cloth sack. > > John King > Warrenton, VA


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    Time: 09:14:16 PM PST US
    From: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Baggage compartment
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Guy, --- Guy Buchanan <bnn@nethere.com> wrote: > Well, if you're uncomfortable sitting in your cargo > area, I would think you > would be very uncomfortable with 135 pounds in it. > (3.8g * 135 lbs = 513 > lbs.) Unless you weigh more than 513 lbs... ;-) Ya' caught me between diets Guy.... ;-) Really it is that first step in when all my weight is on one foot that scares me. My footprint isn't the same as a spread out load on that bulsa floor. > ------------------------- > >You are right about wing strut ends too. Mine had > >to have the upgraded bolts to use 1550# gross. > > Which bolts did you upgrade? The outboard end? To > what did you upgrade? The outboard ends. 1/4" bolts. Actually they were upgraded to harder bolts by SkyStar on the later S-5's, so I was told. I just used the ones provided. > ------------------------- > >I was flying > >at full power, left hand on the stick upside down > >(thumb down and elbow up) spun around in my seat to > >face backwards, and standing on the peddles. > > You were flying an A4 sitting BACKWARDS? You ARE > good! (Not sure I'd try it in a 152.) "Used to" be good, Guy. Now just old and looking back in time. Just as amazed as you are too. What is really amazing is another pilot mooned his wingman in one. Think of what that all requires. The cockpit just isn't that big. Kurt S. Do not archive


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    Time: 09:20:39 PM PST US
    From: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com> Paul, another beer at Oshkosh, too. Sid ------------------------------------------- Paul Seehafer <wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Paul Seehafer" I still own the Avid/Kitfox prototype N99AF,and consequently found this thread pretty interesting. If you check out the old posting http://www.sportflight.com/uploads/avid1.jpg you will see the early Light Aero (Avid) brochure with Dan Denney sitting in the Avid prototype. That pretty much proves who was first, as Denney didn't start Kitfox until after leaving Avid. The 1st Avid flew in the fall of '82. Another interesting twist to the story if I recall correctly is that John McBean's father was involved in N99AF's first flights. Small world sometimes, isn't it. One of my personal goals is to one day get the Avid/Kitfox prototype into a museum (EAA?). But I'm not ready to donate it away quite yet, but maybe that will one day change. As much as it impacted the world of recreational flying, it certainly deserves it's place in history, and a little more recognition. It is a timeless design that is sure to outlive all of us, and was a trendsetter in personal aviation if there ever was one. I'm pretty convinced if you count all of the copies/derivatives that it has to be one of the most copied light aircraft design in history. Let's see, besides the various Kitfox models, there is the Raven, Mohawk, Montana Coyote, Highlander, Escapade, Eurofox, Skyfox Gazelle, Bushbaby, SkyRaider, Ridge Runner, Airdale, etc, etc. And how many more am I missing? Gee, has a Piper Cub been copied as much? Paul Seehafer ----- Original Message ----- From: "JOHN LARSEN" Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Avid/Kitfox > Hi; > Yes you are right. Dean would work with a design until he found interest > in > new one, and then the first design would be off his radar screen. I > designed the MK IV Avid as the C Model, its predecessor, needed an > upgrade > and Dean was off on the Explorer project. He was obviously better > qualified > but had lost interest. "Why can't we all just get along?" ---------------------------------


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    Time: 09:26:16 PM PST US
    From: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Avid/Kitfox
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Sid Hausding <avidsid@yahoo.com> Anyway, he (?) worked for someone that had the design and idea first............Dean, probably. So, from there, its all afterwards................keep up the good (no, great) work of offering aftermarket products and pieces for the Kitfox and Avid......... Sid just sold my Speedwing, and regret ever having to be forced into that.............AVIDS and Kitfoxes forever. ----------------- jdmcbean <jdmcbean@ wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "jdmcbean" Sid, I think you are correct... We have been doing that for 2 years now... The key is to keep the weight as light as possible... Just for conversation.. where does one draw the line ?? Fly Safe !! John 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 Sid Hausding Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 9:05 AM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Avid/Kitfox --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Sid Hausding I think I remember talking to the fellow at Oshkosh and he said he had worked for the Avid factory at one point. Most of the "newer" designs coming out lately are all upgrades of the original Avid. If you note the addresses on most of the new companies and aircraft designs in this category and size, you will find a majority are from the Boise, Caldwell areas of Idaho, which is the site of the original Avid and Kitfox factories........ 2 + 2 in my book, means most of are displaced factory workers with better improvements, but at the cost of more weight and more cost. Keeping the earlier Kitfox and Avid models to the factory designed weight is the key to their economy and thrilling performance.................IMO. Sid Speedwing ---------------------------------------- Chet & Marylu Richer wrote: --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Chet & Marylu Richer" Does anyone out in kitfox land know the Skyraider plane fits into the Avid/Kitfox story ? "Why can't we all just get along?" --------------------------------- Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments. "Why can't we all just get along?" --------------------------------- Use Photomail to share photos without annoying attachments.


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    Time: 09:56:21 PM PST US
    Subject: Avid/Kitfox
    From: "Allan Aaron" <aaaron@tvp.com.au>
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Allan Aaron" <aaaron@tvp.com.au> Hi Sid Sorry to hear you sold your Avid. If you ever get down to Australia you're welcome to come flying with me anytime! Allan Sid just sold my Speedwing, and regret ever having to be forced into that.............AVIDS and Kitfoxes forever.


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    Time: 11:54:32 PM PST US
    From: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Intercooler
    --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com> Yes, you sure are correct here Rick. John A. From: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Intercooler --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net> Kurt, To all. This can only be done if the engine is injected. Rick -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Anderson Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 1:41 PM Subject: Kitfox-List: Intercooler --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson" --> <janderson412@hotmail.com> Kurt S. wrote. But now you have to tell us how you intercooled the turbo??? Kurt, I sourced a small intercooler off a wee Toyota Starlet (New Zealand - might not be called that in US) and it took very little modification to fit. I sits just under the upper cowl (std 0200 cowl) and I have fabricated a f/glass air shoot to channel air from the front inlet to it. John From: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Baggage compartment and Intercooler --> Kitfox-List message posted by: kurt schrader <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com> Agreed John, I used eyebolts there too with straps and nets. I also pull that baggage fabric as tight as I can before it is velcroed in place to spread the floor load. I added washers under the floor to raise it just a tad too. Still worries me. But now you have to tell us how you intercooled the turbo??? Kurt S. S-5/NSI turbo Read the latest Hollywood gossip @ http://xtramsn.co.nz/entertainment Read the latest Hollywood gossip @ http://xtramsn.co.nz/entertainment




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