Today's Message Index:
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1. 12:35 AM - Re: poll (Michel Verheughe)
2. 01:28 AM - Re: Kitfox for Sale (julio11@juno.com)
3. 03:07 AM - Re: Ignition system (John Anderson)
4. 04:17 AM - Re: Type of Aircraft (morid@northland.lib.mi.us)
5. 04:23 AM - Re: Ignition system (morid@northland.lib.mi.us)
6. 04:35 AM - Re: Re: Need help turning a rough field into a nice grass strip (morid@northland.lib.mi.us)
7. 04:50 AM - Re: Type of Aircraft and location (Ben Baltrusaitis)
8. 04:54 AM - Attn list admin..please remove from list. (daniel johnson)
9. 05:00 AM - Re: (Barry West)
10. 05:03 AM - POLL (Magdic, Steve)
11. 05:13 AM - Re: Poll: Which plane, engine and gear configuration, please? (Lynn Matteson)
12. 05:28 AM - Re: poll (Lynn Matteson)
13. 06:22 AM - Re: (kerrjohna@comcast.net)
14. 06:31 AM - Re: Re: Mechanic near 35A? (eccles)
15. 06:33 AM - Re: poll (eccles)
16. 06:52 AM - Re: Weight (wingsdown)
17. 07:02 AM - Re: Re: Need help turning a rough field into a nice grass strip ()
18. 07:04 AM - Re: Attn list admin..please remove from list. (wingsdown)
19. 07:32 AM - Re: Re: Mechanic near 35A? (Don Smythe)
20. 08:01 AM - Re: Type of Aircraft (Flybradair@cs.com)
21. 08:40 AM - Re: Poll (Rex Hefferan)
22. 09:31 AM - Re: (tc9008@aol.com)
23. 09:32 AM - Re: tail wheel (Trevor Leathem)
24. 09:58 AM - Re: tail wheel (Dave)
25. 10:12 AM - MATCO/Homebuilders tailwheel comparison (clemwehner)
26. 10:45 AM - Re: poll (Clem Nichols)
27. 11:20 AM - Re: Type of Aircraft (Noel Loveys)
28. 11:26 AM - Re: poll (Michel Verheughe)
29. 11:37 AM - The USA by air (Michel Verheughe)
30. 11:43 AM - Rotax 912 Xtra (Stan Bearup)
31. 11:56 AM - Re: Type of Aircraft (kitfoxmike)
32. 11:58 AM - Re: poll (Mike Crutchlow)
33. 12:14 PM - Re: Mechanic near 35A? (Black Cat)
34. 12:17 PM - Re: Insurance (Michael Gibbs)
35. 12:17 PM - Re: (off topic) The experience of sailing. WAS: Is a taildragger dangerous (Michael Gibbs)
36. 12:22 PM - Re: poll (Lynn Matteson)
37. 12:29 PM - Re: poll (Lynn Matteson)
38. 12:30 PM - Re: tail wheel (kitfoxmike)
39. 01:37 PM - Re: poll (Michel Verheughe)
40. 01:39 PM - Re: Ignition system (QSS)
41. 01:40 PM - Re: (off topic) The experience of sailing (Michel Verheughe)
42. 01:47 PM - Re: Ignition system (QSS)
43. 02:06 PM - Re: Insurance (Bradley M Webb)
44. 02:07 PM - Re: Re: Insurance (Bradley M Webb)
45. 02:14 PM - Re: (off topic) The experience of sailing (Michel Verheughe)
46. 02:25 PM - Re: poll (Clem Nichols)
47. 04:03 PM - Re: Attn list admin..please remove from list. (QSS)
48. 05:01 PM - Re: Ignition system (John Anderson)
49. 06:19 PM - Re: Ignition system (QSS)
50. 06:20 PM - Re: Kitfox for sale (John Galt)
51. 06:54 PM - Re: Rotax 912 Xtra (dcsfoto)
52. 06:58 PM - flap handle (dcsfoto)
53. 07:09 PM - Re: Re: Kitfox for sale (QSS)
54. 07:13 PM - Re: Re: Kitfox for sale (john perry)
55. 08:01 PM - Re: Re: Insurance what a cool idea Just kidding (Malcolmbru@aol.com)
56. 08:20 PM - Re: poll (Mo)
57. 10:47 PM - Re: Ignition system (John Anderson)
58. 10:53 PM - Re: Re: Kitfox for sale (Don Pearsall)
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
Guys! ... I think there has been a misunderstanding.
Someone wanted to know how many taildraggers, etc. among us.
I answered that the best way to do this is to start a poll on the
Matronics Forum because they provide such a poll tool.
Most of you have answered to this List and not to the Forum, which sums
up the number of "votes."
I don't know if anyone is gathering the information written here and do
some statistics but I am not.
Should we all go to the Forum:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewforum.php?f=8
and start again by selecting one of the items on the three polls:
One for the type of Kitfox
One for the type of engine
One for the type of gear
Cheers,
Michel
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox for Sale |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: julio11@juno.com
How can we get in touch with you.?
Jule
E-mail julio1@juno.com
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com>
I am running an EA 81 with std dist but have dual trigger units, ign units a
coils fitted and runs through an MSD two to one HT joiner. See
http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=view&epoch=1113275709
From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI. I
have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever changed
these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and coil?. I have
heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro fitted with dual
points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative for me to
consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer available. My
engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still provision on
the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated as I
don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting to
have fun again. Thanks guys.
Regards
Graeme
_________________________________________________________________
Check out the latest video @ http://xtra.co.nz/streaming
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| Subject: | Type of Aircraft |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: morid@northland.lib.mi.us
Deke Morisse
Series 5
NSI 100hp
CAP prop
Taildragger
Mikado Michigan
> How about adding your location as well?
>
>
> Kirk with a classic VI powered by a stratus Subaru and located in Kansas
> city Missouri / 0N0
>
>
> _____
>
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Don Smythe
> Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 9:05 PM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Type of Aircraft
>
>
> Classic IV w/ 582 Gray Head. Tail Dragger
>
> Don Smythe
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Ignition system |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: morid@northland.lib.mi.us
Graeme, it's very possible that the salt water got in them and corroded things
up. Probably not much left of them. Too bad about that.
As for replacements, you might try contacting Mikal Templeman at Stratus to see
what ignition he's using. I'm sure his would work fine on your engine.
Stay with me and I'll do what I can to help you get back in the air.
Deke
> HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI. I
> have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
> finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
> when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever changed
> these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and coil?. I have
> heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro fitted with dual
> points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative for me to
> consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer available. My
> engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still provision on
> the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated as I don't
> want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting to have fun
> again. Thanks guys.
>
> Regards
> Graeme
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| Subject: | Re: Need help turning a rough field into a nice grass |
strip
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: morid@northland.lib.mi.us
I have a self powered asphalt roller that does a good job. I also put together
a 9' articulated roller. What I mean is that it's in three sections so that
when going around corners it works like a differential and doesn't dig into the
ground. It's filled with concrete and probably weighs in the neighborhood of
6000 lbs. Definitely flattens anything it rolls over.
I'll be selling the asphalt roller if anyone wants it. Includes a trailer.
Deke
Mikado Michigan
> Deke:
>
> What did you roll your field with? Was it one of those heavy duty jobs that
> you drive?
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| Subject: | Re: Type of Aircraft and location |
Don't forget to locate yourself on the Kitfox Frappr Map:
http://www.frappr.com/kitfox
You can ad a "Shoutout" to describe your plane in any detail you choose
as well as post pictures.
Ben
> How about adding your location as well?
>
>
> Kirk with a classic VI powered by a stratus Subaru and located in
Kansas
> city Missouri / 0N0
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| Subject: | Attn list admin..please remove from list. |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "daniel johnson" <kitfox91je@hotmail.com>
Will the list administrator please remove my email address from the list
please? Dan
Do not archive
>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>
>HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI. I
>have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
>when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and coil?.
>I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro fitted
>with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative for
>me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer available.
>My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still provision
>on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated as I
>don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting to
>have fun again. Thanks guys.
>
>Regards
>Graeme
_________________________________________________________________
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John, great pictures. I am interested in what kind of camera and
whether the pictures were taken through the window.
Barry West
----- Original Message -----
From: John Oakley
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2006 6:56 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List:
This is not a kitfox, but if you love flying you will like these
pictures.
The USA by air
Here is one mans journey from California to Oshkosh Wisconsin and
back... A nice trip. If you
love great photography and airplanes you found it! Go to:
http://silvairehair2.home.comcast.net/072806
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Steve Magdic
Wisconsin
1992 Model 3 with Model 4 wing.
912 UL - 3 blade Warp
Taildragger
Grounded with broken right rudder pedal weldment.
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| Subject: | Re: Poll: Which plane, engine and gear configuration, please? |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
I'm not able to figure out how to vote on the web version of this
poll....I went to all the addresses you show Michel, and I can see the
current "standings", but where do I insert my data? Being a Mac user
maybe I'm being denied something somewhere.
Nuts to trying that version of this poll...my plane is a IV, Jabiru
2200, taildragger...good enough?
Lynn
On Friday, August 25, 2006, at 02:19 PM, Michel wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Michel" <michel@online.no>
>
> Here, we are listing the engines commonly used on Kitfoxes. Please
> select your engine. Thanks,
>
> Michel
>
> --------
> Kitfox 3 - Jabiru 2200
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57308#57308
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
I went to the address provided, saw the "select your model" and found
no way to "vote". You and I both have Macs, Michel...how are you able
to vote and I cannot?
Lynn
On Saturday, August 26, 2006, at 03:34 AM, Michel Verheughe wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
>
> Guys! ... I think there has been a misunderstanding.
>
> Someone wanted to know how many taildraggers, etc. among us.
> I answered that the best way to do this is to start a poll on the
> Matronics Forum because they provide such a poll tool.
>
> Most of you have answered to this List and not to the Forum, which
> sums up the number of "votes."
> I don't know if anyone is gathering the information written here and
> do some statistics but I am not.
>
> Should we all go to the Forum:
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewforum.php?f=8
>
> and start again by selecting one of the items on the three polls:
> One for the type of Kitfox
> One for the type of engine
> One for the type of gear
>
> Cheers,
> Michel
>
>
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John Kerr
Classic IV 912ul
Tail Wheel
740 hrs
-------------- Original message --------------
From: "john perry" <eskflyer@lvcisp.com>
John Perry
kitfox 2 N718PD
582 / c box 2:62-1
gsc/ivo in flight
taildragger soon to be on floats
38 years young and gaining
----- Original Message -----
From: MA Stanard
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 10:08 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List:
i would appreciate a poll of who has what engines that are currently flying and
how many actually have nose and tail wheels.
thanks,
mas
<html><body>
<DIV>John Kerr</DIV>
<DIV>Classic IV 912ul</DIV>
<DIV>Tail Wheel</DIV>
<DIV>740 hrs</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<BLOCKQUOTE style="PADDING-LEFT: 5px; MARGIN-LEFT: 5px; BORDER-LEFT: #1010ff 2px
solid">-------------- Original message -------------- <BR>From: "john perry"
<eskflyer@lvcisp.com> <BR>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2> John Perry</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>kitfox 2 N718PD</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>582 / c box 2:62-1</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>gsc/ivo in flight </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>taildragger soon to be on floats</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>38 years young and gaining </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV style="BACKGROUND: #e4e4e4; FONT: 10pt arial; font-color: black"><B>From:</B> <A title=cgod@cebridge.net href="mailto:cgod@cebridge.net">MA Stanard</A> </DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial"><B>To:</B> <A title=kitfox-list@matronics.com href="mailto:kitfox-list@matronics.com">kitfox-list@matronics.com</A> </DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial"><B>Sent:</B> Friday, August 25, 2006 10:08 AM</DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial"><B>Subject:</B> Kitfox-List: </DIV>
<DIV><BR></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>i would appreciate a poll of who has what engines
that are currently flying and how many actually have nose and tail wheels.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>thanks,</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
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| Subject: | Re: Mechanic near 35A? |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "eccles" <eccles@chartermi.net>
I do believe that you can do the work as long as an A&P or person with a IA
rating supervises the work.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of kirkhull
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 10:06 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Mechanic near 35A?
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kirkhull" <kirkhull@sbcglobal.net>
Maintenance on a homebuilt can only be done by an A&P or a person holding a
repairmans cert for that plane. Aka the builder. Not just anybody can do
the maintenance
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jose M. Toro
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 10:34 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Mechanic near 35A?
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Jose M. Toro" <jose_m_toro@yahoo.com>
Luis:
Another source for this information is the EAA web
site, www.eaa.org. I know this specific question is
answered in that site.
Jose
--- wingnut <wingnut@spamarrest.com> wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut"
> <wingnut@spamarrest.com>
>
>
> > Therefore, any maintenance on an experimental
> > airplane can be performed virtually by anyone
> regardless of credentials.
> >
>
>
> Hmm. That's something to chew on. I guess I'll wait
> until I can talk to a loca A&P. Thanks for the heads
> up.
>
> -Luis
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
>
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57228#57228
>
>
> browse
> Subscriptions page,
> FAQ,
> http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Kitfox-List
>
> Web Forums!
>
>
> Admin.
>
>
__________________________________________________
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "eccles" <eccles@chartermi.net>
I have a PC and could not get it to work , sorry
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Lynn
Matteson
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 7:30 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: poll
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
I went to the address provided, saw the "select your model" and found
no way to "vote". You and I both have Macs, Michel...how are you able
to vote and I cannot?
Lynn
On Saturday, August 26, 2006, at 03:34 AM, Michel Verheughe wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
>
> Guys! ... I think there has been a misunderstanding.
>
> Someone wanted to know how many taildraggers, etc. among us.
> I answered that the best way to do this is to start a poll on the
> Matronics Forum because they provide such a poll tool.
>
> Most of you have answered to this List and not to the Forum, which
> sums up the number of "votes."
> I don't know if anyone is gathering the information written here and
> do some statistics but I am not.
>
> Should we all go to the Forum:
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewforum.php?f=8
>
> and start again by selecting one of the items on the three polls:
> One for the type of Kitfox
> One for the type of engine
> One for the type of gear
>
> Cheers,
> Michel
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
You now have a 35 pound reserve for additional cool stuff. :) Or if your
inspector has not sent in the documents and is not a moody fellow just
change it.
Rick
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of David
Estapa
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 7:26 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Weight
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: David Estapa <davestapa@juno.com>
I recently had my 5 signed off. I did my weight and balance using a set
of scales and came up with a total weight of 868 lbs. That is what is
listed on my weight & balance (which the DAR took a copy)and also on the
data plate. I later found out there was reason to suspect the scales.
Last night weighed the airplane on a set of calibrated scales and came
up with 833 lbs. My question is there anything I need to do other than
carry the revised W&B in the airplane. What about the data plate?
David Estapa
Woodstock, GA
S5TD N97DE
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| Subject: | Re: Need help turning a rough field into a nice grass |
strip
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: <rjdaugh@rapidnet.com>
You might think about doing nothing. I put some work into mine, but now do not
think it was worth while.
I made a long drag out of 30 ' irrigation pipe and old dozer blades. It did do
a good job of knocking the tops off of high places and leaving the
dirt in low places. And turned up a few rocks.
But I have landed other places in my field and across the runway when there are
high winds and the Fox and the large tires I have handle the
bumps real well. I do try to mow abit for friends who don't have big tires, but
I don't worry about my Fox any more.
My big problem is that I still misjudge height and drop in from too high some times.
Randy
On Fri, 25 Aug 2006 14:56 , Dave <dave@cfisher.com> sent:
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Dave" dave@cfisher.com>
>
>Mine finishing mower cuts 87 " and has 3 blades. It attaches to a 3 pt
>hitch on Massey diesel tractor.
>I made a hitch on the back of the mower to accept a drawbar type hitch with
>a 3/4 " pin. My roller is only 5 feet but wieghts near 1000 lbs with water.
>
>My neighbour has a better roller than I do and I would like to make one
>like his.
>It consists of a propane tank about 10 or 12 feet wide and diamter of about
>30 to 36 " filled with water.
>With the rounded ends you will not get any scalping on sharp corners.
>
>
>I guess they were just talking about grading your proposed runway ?
>How smooth or rough is your field now ?
>
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "wingnut" wingnut@spamarrest.com>
>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 1:51 PM
>Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Need help turning a rough field into a nice grass
>strip
>
>
>> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" wingnut@spamarrest.com>
>>
>>
>>> I do not know why you would want to remove topsoil at all.
>>
>>
>> I don't. I was informed by a local company that this is what they would
>> have to do to get it smooth. Their explanation is that, if they didn't,
>> any dirt they moved that had grass roots in it would be lumpy and they
>> couldn't smooth it out. I didn't like the idea myself but these guys are
>> not experienced with runways.
>>
>>
>>> I cut with a finished mower with a roller on the back and it gets better
>>> every year.
>>
>> Are you talking about one of those big barrels that you fill with water?
>> How did you attach it to the mower deck? I was thinking I'd need to pick
>> up one of those but I wasn't sure how effective they were.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Read this topic online here:
>>
>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php\?p=57302#57302
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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>>
>>
>
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| Subject: | Attn list admin..please remove from list. |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
I think I would look into an alternative electronic replacement. You
have the hardest part already mounted on the engine and that's the dual
pick up. Check with Electra motive, not sure on the spelling. You should
be able to adapt something. Hey will be fun to figure it out. Yes you
can go to a single ignition distributor, junk yard, after market
possible, pretty straight forward just get a service manual and you
should be in business. Not real crazy about just having one ignition
though, stuff happens. You can test the coil boxes with a pulse
generator to see if they failed. I think all the connectors are a real
suspect point to check first.
Rick
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of daniel
johnson
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 4:54 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Attn list admin..please remove from list.
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "daniel johnson"
--> <kitfox91je@hotmail.com>
Will the list administrator please remove my email address from the list
please? Dan
Do not archive
>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>
>HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my
>NSI. I
>have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several
hours
>when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and
coil?.
>I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro
fitted
>with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative
for
>me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer
available.
>My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still
provision
>on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated
as I
>don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting
to
>have fun again. Thanks guys.
>
>Regards
>Graeme
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| Subject: | Re: Mechanic near 35A? |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Don Smythe" <dosmythe@cox.net>
I am pretty sure you can do the work yourself and log it into your required
log books without any A&P supervision. If you do not hold a repairmans
certificate (you didn't build the plane) then you must have a certified A&P
to sign off the annual condition inspection. I haven't looked into this
lately but I'm almost certain that is the way it used to be. Even on
certified aircraft, the owner is allowed to do certain maintenance without
an A&P.
Don Smythe
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----- Original Message -----
From: "eccles" <eccles@Chartermi.net>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 9:30 AM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Mechanic near 35A?
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "eccles" <eccles@chartermi.net>
>
> I do believe that you can do the work as long as an A&P or person with a
> IA
> rating supervises the work.
>
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| Subject: | Re: Type of Aircraft |
Brad Martin
Series 5 Outback
Lycoming O-235L2C 118hp
Sensenich prop
Taildragger
Wichita Kansas
46 yrs old
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Rex Hefferan" <gypsybee@copper.net>
Hi Michel,
I was able to find the vote input for "Type" after searching the different "Poll"
posts. (It looks like it only comes up once after you submit to prevent multiple
votes per person. That's good.)
I was unable to locate the next poll for engine or gear. Any advice?
Rex Hefferan
Colorado
M2 582 tailwheel
--------
Rex
N740GP - M2/582
Colorado
Read this topic online here:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57529#57529
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Travis Clements
Roxboro,NC
Kitfox IV 97C
582 C Dr.
gsc 3 blade
Tailwheel
-----Original Message-----
From: eskflyer@lvcisp.com
Sent: Fri, 25 Aug 2006 6:47 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List:
John Perry
kitfox 2 N718PD
582 / c box 2:62-1
gsc/ivo in flight
taildragger soon to be on floats
38 years young and gaining
----- Original Message -----
From: MA Stanard
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 10:08 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List:
i would appreciate a poll of who has what engines that are currently flying and
how many actually have nose and tail wheels.
thanks,
mas
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We have been flying a IV in SW Ontario out of a grass strip for about 6
years now. After going through a period of groundloops, none of which
thankfully damaged the plane, we eventually removed the full castoring
function from the tail wheel and replace the springs to the rudder with
compression springs. We have never had a ground loop in the 2 years since
but we do need to devise a manual method to disengage the tail wheel
tracking and restore full castoring for handling the plane in the hangar and
on the ramp. The plane now tracks straight on the grass on landing without
a lot of rudder input and x-winds are not a problem. However, she is still
definitely twitchy on paved surfaces regardless of the wind conditions and
we need to be very alert and very quick but smooth on the rudders to avoid
exciting roll-outs. Result is where I have the option at an airfield, I
will land on grass with a x-wind rather than in to wind on pavement.
J. Trevor Leathem
Oakville, Ontario
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Trevor,
I have a IV in Ontario as well and my tailwheel locks straight ahead
and I also has the compression springs. Mine will breakway on turns
unless you don't grease it often then it becomes hard to break free.
I had to fly in a strip this morning to do some service for a guy.I
landed on his runway 17 on grass wind 100 @ 9 knots, when I left it
was 13 gust 18 knots 090 and when i took off the tailwheel has no
tendacy to kick out on the TO roll at all.
Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: Trevor Leathem
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 12:32 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: tail wheel
We have been flying a IV in SW Ontario out of a grass strip for about
6 years now. After going through a period of groundloops, none of which
thankfully damaged the plane, we eventually removed the full castoring
function from the tail wheel and replace the springs to the rudder with
compression springs. We have never had a ground loop in the 2 years
since but we do need to devise a manual method to disengage the tail
wheel tracking and restore full castoring for handling the plane in the
hangar and on the ramp. The plane now tracks straight on the grass on
landing without a lot of rudder input and x-winds are not a problem.
However, she is still definitely twitchy on paved surfaces regardless of
the wind conditions and we need to be very alert and very quick but
smooth on the rudders to avoid exciting roll-outs. Result is where I
have the option at an airfield, I will land on grass with a x-wind
rather than in to wind on pavement.
J. Trevor Leathem
Oakville, Ontario
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| Subject: | MATCO/Homebuilders tailwheel comparison |
Does anyone have experience comparing the handling of a homebuilders
special tailwheel to the MATCO 6-inch tailwheel that came with the KF
Model IV. The hardness of the rubber on both seems to be about the same,
and I'm wondering if there is any advantage in handling by switching
from the MATCO to the homebuilders special.
tnx,
Clem
Lawton, OK
KFIV-912
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Clem Nichols" <cnichols@scrtc.com>
Michel:
With all due respect, the web address below only takes you to the forum, and
it's then necessary to plug into the correct message to drag up the poll.
In order to go directly to the poll, go to
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
Clem Nichols
----- Original Message -----
From: "Michel Verheughe" <michel@online.no>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 2:34 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: poll
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
>
> Guys! ... I think there has been a misunderstanding.
>
> Someone wanted to know how many taildraggers, etc. among us.
> I answered that the best way to do this is to start a poll on the
> Matronics Forum because they provide such a poll tool.
>
> Most of you have answered to this List and not to the Forum, which sums up
> the number of "votes."
> I don't know if anyone is gathering the information written here and do
> some statistics but I am not.
>
> Should we all go to the Forum:
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewforum.php?f=8
>
> and start again by selecting one of the items on the three polls:
> One for the type of Kitfox
> One for the type of engine
> One for the type of gear
>
> Cheers,
> Michel
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Type of Aircraft |
Noel Loveys
Model III-A
Tail dragger on wheels and skis..... spends most of the time on Aerocet
Floats
R582 Grey head, "B" box three blade Ivo UL in flight adj
Campbellton, Newfoundland, Canada.
Noel
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
Flybradair@cs.com
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 12:31 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Type of Aircraft
Brad Martin
Series 5 Outback
Lycoming O-235L2C 118hp
Sensenich prop
Taildragger
Wichita Kansas
46 yrs old
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
Clem, Rex, Lyn et al,
On Aug 26, 2006, at 7:45 PM, Clem Nichols wrote:
> With all due respect, the web address below only takes you to the
> forum, and it's then necessary to plug into the correct message to
> drag up the poll. In order to go directly to the poll, go to
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
That is correct, Clem. However, I tried first to have all info in one
poll. But - as KitfoxMike pointed out, at the very moment I was doing
that - the poll tool allows only for one entry. I then had to make
three different polls, one for the type of Kitfox, a second for the
type of engine and a third for tri-gear vs. tail-dragger.
The three polls have the same title: Poll: "Which plane, engine and
gear configuration, please?" to indicate that they are part of the same
poll, only with different choices.
The reason I gave the Kitfox forum as a link is that the one you are
giving is only one of the three.
... yes, I know, it gets complicated! :-)
Lynn, nothing special for the Macintosh, once on the forum, select one
of the three: "Poll: Which plane, engine and gear configuration,
please?" titles and the voting poll is on the top. Currently, ten
people have entered their type of Kitfox.
I would like to add that, as Ben says, there is also frappr to show
where we live. The Poll was only to know the percentage of
tail-draggers, etc. in our group. The problem with the forum is that,
everything on this list is mirrored to the forum. Since this list is
very, very active (I am on several lists but this one is about 70% of
what comes every day in my mailbox) there are many, many entries in the
Forum and it's not easy to find it's way around.
In any case, it tells me a few things:
1) Please, change title when the subject changes, but not otherwise,
2) Add - do not archive - when you feel it is not necessary (off-topic
or humour), and
2) Thanks to Matronics for a great list/forum. It gives us all the
tools to make this gathering of Kitfox builders and pilots a great
place. We just have to learn how to use it correctly.
Cheers,
Michel
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
On Aug 26, 2006, at 2:02 PM, Barry West wrote:
> John, great pictures.
"Great," is an understatement, John. Those are incredibly beautiful
pictures. I have received this link from several holds so I guess many
people admire it. What a beautiful country, too! Norway is great but
hardly changing. The US is ... every thinkable landscape in one
country. How inspiring it must be to fly over it! And what a good
photographer too! I know how difficult it is to "catch the moment" when
I experience a great moment in the nature. A photo, even a video, tends
to make things duller than in real life. But this was incredibly
beautiful. Thanks for sharing. I keep the link in my "Favorites."
Cheers,
Michel
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Stan Bearup" <bearup@ida.net>
Check out the link below for information and photos of the Rotax 912 Xtra
conversion.
http://www.craftworks.biz/pistonsite/6318.htm
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| Subject: | Re: Type of Aircraft |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kitfoxmike" <kitfoxmike@yahoo.com>
I have one that flies
--------
kitfoxmike
kitfox4 1200 912ul speedster
http://www.frappr.com/kitfoxmike
rv7 wingkit
reserved 287RV
Read this topic online here:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57576#57576
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Mike Crutchlow" <mcrutchlow@cogeco.ca>
Guys,
I had the same problem of not being able to select a choice in the poll.
It turns out that I had to log into the forum before I could select
anything.
Mike C
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Michel
Verheughe
Sent: August 26, 2006 2:26 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: poll
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
Clem, Rex, Lyn et al,
On Aug 26, 2006, at 7:45 PM, Clem Nichols wrote:
> With all due respect, the web address below only takes you to the
> forum, and it's then necessary to plug into the correct message to
> drag up the poll. In order to go directly to the poll, go to
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
That is correct, Clem. However, I tried first to have all info in one
poll. But - as KitfoxMike pointed out, at the very moment I was doing
that - the poll tool allows only for one entry. I then had to make
three different polls, one for the type of Kitfox, a second for the
type of engine and a third for tri-gear vs. tail-dragger.
The three polls have the same title: Poll: "Which plane, engine and
gear configuration, please?" to indicate that they are part of the same
poll, only with different choices.
The reason I gave the Kitfox forum as a link is that the one you are
giving is only one of the three.
... yes, I know, it gets complicated! :-)
Lynn, nothing special for the Macintosh, once on the forum, select one
of the three: "Poll: Which plane, engine and gear configuration,
please?" titles and the voting poll is on the top. Currently, ten
people have entered their type of Kitfox.
I would like to add that, as Ben says, there is also frappr to show
where we live. The Poll was only to know the percentage of
tail-draggers, etc. in our group. The problem with the forum is that,
everything on this list is mirrored to the forum. Since this list is
very, very active (I am on several lists but this one is about 70% of
what comes every day in my mailbox) there are many, many entries in the
Forum and it's not easy to find it's way around.
In any case, it tells me a few things:
1) Please, change title when the subject changes, but not otherwise,
2) Add - do not archive - when you feel it is not necessary (off-topic
or humour), and
2) Thanks to Matronics for a great list/forum. It gives us all the
tools to make this gathering of Kitfox builders and pilots a great
place. We just have to learn how to use it correctly.
Cheers,
Michel
do not archive
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| Subject: | RE: Mechanic near 35A? |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Black Cat" <blackcatmoan@hotmail.com>
Dear 'Wingnut':
Don't despair. Before you get all depressed, know this: Sometimes, the
trim gets stuck not because of a mechanical failure, but because the
rocker-switch gets worn-out. Obviously, it's intelligent to check all
possible points of failure, for safety's sake, but I would start with the
switch. So, FYI, here's a method for bringing a switch back into service:
Tools needed: Flat head screwdriver, phillips head screwdriver, a bit of
sandpaper or contact cleaning solution, good lighting, shop magnet (very
useful if you drop small springs on the hangar floor), and a good pot of
coffee (America's favorite drug!!).
1. Remove the side access-plate on your center cosole.
2. Stick your hand in there, underneath the switch (make sure master is
off!) and pinch the plastic tabs holding it in place. You should now be
able to pop it out of it's recess.
3. Crack open the plastic switch casing. OPEN IT SLOWLY AND CAREFULY.
There are springs in there that might pop out.
4. Look at the mechanism. If you notice, there is a rocker in there that
moves two springs on either end that push a 'contact cylinder' or 'tab' to
make contact (close the circuit).
5. These springs sometimes get compressed, and fail to push the contact
cylinders all the way. So, carefully pull the contact cylinders out, and
put them in a safe place. Next, pull the springs out. What you want to do
now is gently stre-e-e-e-e-tch them to make them just a bit longer (without
warping them). Next, with a bit of sandpaper, or contact cleaning solution,
you want to clean the contacts (which might be carbonized).
6. Put the switch back together. Now, turn on the master and test it.
Voil! Hopefully, it should be almost good as new, and ready to give you
many more hours of service.
While you're at it, open the access hatch in the tail section, and make sure
the trim mechanism looks good (use the builder's manual as reference). Move
it up and down, and make sure it travels correrctly. And most importantly,
make sure THAT THE TRIM-MOTOR SERVICE BULLETIN IS COMPLIED
WITH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Literally, your life depends on
it.
I know you feel depressed and overwhelmed right now. But, when you own an
experimental, "hands-on" is the nature of the game, even if you didn't build
it.
When you make your first repair, and realize that YOU CAN DO IT, you'll be
very happy and it will seriously BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE.
Then, when you realize that you just saved hundreds of dollars that you
would have had to pay an A&P, you'll feel even better!!!!
I hope this avoids you having to trailer it.
Best of luck,
Tony.
----- Original Message -----
From: "wingnut" <wingnut@spamarrest.com>
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 9:23 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Mechanic near 35A?
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingnut" <wingnut@spamarrest.com>
>
> I want to have them replaced with automotive lines. Only problem is that
>I'm not the builder so, as I understand it, I'm not allowed to make this
>kind of modification myself... Any thoughts?
>
> my pitch trim decided to stop working yesterday (it's stuck in the
>landing configuration) so I'm giong to have to trailer it. I'm so
>depressed...:-(
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Lynn sez:
>The way I've heard it is that once you are quoted a price for
>insurance, that quote is fed out to all the insurance companies, and
>they all will then "honor" that quote.
Sounds like price-fixing, which sounds illegal.
Many insurance brokers will shop around for quotes each year for you.
If the various underwriters shared pricing there would be no point in
such an activity, right?
Then again, the insurance world is heavily regulated (in the U.S.
anyway) and the rules may be different. I'm not a lawyer, nor do I
play one on T.V.
Mike G.
N728KF
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| Subject: | Re: (off topic) The experience of sailing. WAS: Is a taildragger |
dangerous
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Michel sez:
>... although I still have to see an aircraft calling pan-pan.
That's because things go south a lot faster in an airplane, Michel.
We usually go directly from hunky-dory to "Mayday, mayday!" :-)
Mike G.
N728KF
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
Hooray for me! I finally figured out how to use this poll...and believe
me it's, a B--CH! No wonder we have only 7-11 or so entries so far.
This thing is far from intuitive...witness the fact that we have 11
planes, but only 5 engines, and all 5 are taildraggers....somebody is
running around out there with no engine...and Jabiru is leading the
pack!...and Gary Algate hasn't even voted yet.
Here's what I discovered: if you go to the address Michel provided,
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
then by changing the last numbers of the address from 57305 to 57337
(model), and then to 57308 (engine), and finally to 57309 (gear
configuration), you will be able to "vote" for all three categories.
As I said, I found this thing to be far from intuitive, but then, I
own a Mac, and you know what they say about Mac users, we don't follow
the crowd...and other than Michel, we're not very smart. : )
Now I'm gonna go drink a Bud and forget about this stuff for a
while...too damn windy, overcast, hazy, gettin' too stormy to
fly....ratz!
Sorry Michel, I didn't see the other addresses that you provided...they
were way down the page from the first one, and I'd all but given up by
then. : )
Lynn
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On Saturday, August 26, 2006, at 02:26 PM, Michel Verheughe wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
>
> Clem, Rex, Lyn et al,
>
> On Aug 26, 2006, at 7:45 PM, Clem Nichols wrote:
>> With all due respect, the web address below only takes you to the
>> forum, and it's then necessary to plug into the correct message to
>> drag up the poll. In order to go directly to the poll, go to
>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
>
> That is correct, Clem. However, I tried first to have all info in one
> poll. But - as KitfoxMike pointed out, at the very moment I was doing
> that - the poll tool allows only for one entry. I then had to make
> three different polls, one for the type of Kitfox, a second for the
> type of engine and a third for tri-gear vs. tail-dragger.
> The three polls have the same title: Poll: "Which plane, engine and
> gear configuration, please?" to indicate that they are part of the
> same poll, only with different choices.
> The reason I gave the Kitfox forum as a link is that the one you are
> giving is only one of the three.
> ... yes, I know, it gets complicated! :-)
>
> Lynn, nothing special for the Macintosh, once on the forum, select one
> of the three: "Poll: Which plane, engine and gear configuration,
> please?" titles and the voting poll is on the top. Currently, ten
> people have entered their type of Kitfox.
>
> I would like to add that, as Ben says, there is also frappr to show
> where we live. The Poll was only to know the percentage of
> tail-draggers, etc. in our group. The problem with the forum is that,
> everything on this list is mirrored to the forum. Since this list is
> very, very active (I am on several lists but this one is about 70% of
> what comes every day in my mailbox) there are many, many entries in
> the Forum and it's not easy to find it's way around.
>
> In any case, it tells me a few things:
> 1) Please, change title when the subject changes, but not otherwise,
> 2) Add - do not archive - when you feel it is not necessary (off-topic
> or humour), and
> 2) Thanks to Matronics for a great list/forum. It gives us all the
> tools to make this gathering of Kitfox builders and pilots a great
> place. We just have to learn how to use it correctly.
>
> Cheers,
> Michel
>
> do not archive
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
Yup, I discovered that too, Mike. The trouble is, I don't go to the web
very often, preferring to get all of this great info via email...who
needs all the pretty pictures and color graphics, and cutesy little
icons and all that crap, when the words that people say are what is
important (off soap box now).
Hell, I'd even forgotten that I had signed on as a member of the
Matronics Forum on the web.
Lynn
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On Saturday, August 26, 2006, at 02:58 PM, Mike Crutchlow wrote:
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Mike Crutchlow"
> <mcrutchlow@cogeco.ca>
>
> Guys,
> I had the same problem of not being able to select a choice in the
> poll.
> It turns out that I had to log into the forum before I could select
> anything.
>
> Mike C
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kitfoxmike" <kitfoxmike@yahoo.com>
this is the best pic of my wheel, not sure what it is, but it works great. Just
for a tip, on landing with a tail wind, I know somebody mentioned having troubles
doing such a thing. When I land with the wind at my back, you fly in as
normal, don't slow up more, cause the landing speed will be faster, you maintain
normal glide and decent and when your ready to flair, put in an extra amount
of power, just a little, cause if you don't, chances are you will drop out
about 5 ft off the ground, at least in my plane you do. Another thing, be ready
on the rudder, cause your going to be a little faster than normal on the roll
out, so correct as soon as it's needed.
--------
kitfoxmike
kitfox4 1200 912ul speedster
http://www.frappr.com/kitfoxmike
rv7 wingkit
reserved 287RV
Read this topic online here:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57586#57586
Attachments:
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
On Aug 26, 2006, at 9:24 PM, Lynn Matteson wrote:
> Sorry Michel, I didn't see the other addresses that you
> provided...they were way down the page from the first one, and I'd all
> but given up by then. : )
Sorry, guys, this was a big mess. Next time we'll do it more organised.
My intention was to let the forum tool do the counting for us but, as
it turns out, it would have been better to do it manually, on this
list.
Cheers,
Michel
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| Subject: | Re: Ignition system |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Thanks John, are these parts readily available in our region?.
Regards
Graeme
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 8:04 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson"
> <janderson412@hotmail.com>
>
> I am running an EA 81 with std dist but have dual trigger units, ign units
> a coils fitted and runs through an MSD two to one HT joiner. See
> http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=view&epoch=1113275709
>
>
> From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
> Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>
>
> HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI.
> I have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
> finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
> when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
> changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and
> coil?. I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro
> fitted with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible
> alternative for me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no
> longer available. My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there
> is still provision on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would
> be appreciated as I don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months.
> Im just starting to have fun again. Thanks guys.
>
> Regards
> Graeme
>
>
> _________________________________________________________________
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>
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| Subject: | Re: (off topic) The experience of sailing |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
On Aug 26, 2006, at 9:16 PM, Michael Gibbs wrote:
>
>> ... although I still have to see an aircraft calling pan-pan.
>
> That's because things go south a lot faster in an airplane, Michel. We
> usually go directly from hunky-dory to "Mayday, mayday!" :-)
Indeed, Mike. And for a F-18 or a B-737, there is no "pan-pan"
situation. But I feel that if I had to land my Kitfox in a field, after
an engine problem, it would call a "pan-pan" and not "mayday." Just a
thought.
Cheers,
Michel
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Thanks Deke. You would think by looking at these ignition units that it
would impossible to get water into them but I think it may have entered via
the wiring. Im told wiring can act like a drinking straw and literally such
water in. I dont know if this is right but it sound feasable. What ever it
is its put me out of the air again. I'll check with stratus. Clem also
suggested the subaru list would be worth contacting (thanks Clem). I'll drop
them a line also.
Regards
Graeme ----- Original Message -----
From: <morid@northland.lib.mi.us>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 9:23 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: morid@northland.lib.mi.us
>
>
> Graeme, it's very possible that the salt water got in them and corroded
> things
> up. Probably not much left of them. Too bad about that.
> As for replacements, you might try contacting Mikal Templeman at Stratus
> to see
> what ignition he's using. I'm sure his would work fine on your engine.
> Stay with me and I'll do what I can to help you get back in the air.
> Deke
>
>> HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI.
>> I
>> have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>> finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several
>> hours
>> when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>> changed
>> these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and coil?. I
>> have
>> heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro fitted with
>> dual
>> points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative for me to
>> consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer available. My
>> engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still provision
>> on
>> the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated as I
>> don't
>> want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting to have
>> fun
>> again. Thanks guys.
>>
>> Regards
>> Graeme
>
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------
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>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Bradley M Webb" <bmwebb@cox.net>
As a matter of fact, it is. The aviation insurance biz is quite a bit
different than auto or home insurance.
Once a request for quote is made, the major underwriters will associate your
name and N-number, and that quote will be all you get for 12 months. You
need to really know your agent, and shop for agents to make sure they get
the right info and know what questions to ask. Once your name and n-number
are in the "system", you are locked, and it is very hard, nay impossible, to
change until that year is up.
If your agent is, well, less than the pointy end of the spear, you could
really get hosed. If he doesn't pass on all of your hours, for example, and
the underwriting agencies "mis-quote" you a high, unreasonable price, you're
toast. It will not be changed in 99% of the cases. Shopping for another
agent will do you no good.
Very important to get to know your agent, and find one you can trust. How
you do that is anybodies guess, in most cases. Word of mouth is huge in this
business.
Bradley
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lynn Matteson
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 8:05 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Insurance
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
The way I've heard it is that once you are quoted a price for
insurance, that quote is fed out to all the insurance companies, and
they all will then "honor" that quote. In other words, you are locked
into that quote figure with all the insurers. I've heard this from
several sources...is it true?
Lynn
On Thursday, August 24, 2006, at 03:53 PM, Rexster wrote:
> With Falcon, I'm paying $969 for liability plus $30,000value of full
> coverage. I had checked with Avemco and they were much higher. Why not
> call both and compare for what you'd like.
>
> Rex in Michigan
>
> --ScottPatterson<scott@lifeseeker.com>wrote:
> -->Kitfox-
> Listmessagepostedby:ScottPatterson<scott@lifeseeker.com>
>
> IjustsignedupwithAvemco.800-638-8440.
>
> $1,000,000liabilityfor$572==========================================
> ======-TheKitfox-
> ListEmailForuistutilitiessuchastheSubscriptionspa==============
> ==================================sp;-NEWMATRONICSWEB=========
> =======================================-NEWMATRONICS=========
> =======================================sp;-ListContributionWebS
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> Matt&n=================================================
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Bradley M Webb" <bmwebb@cox.net>
Its not really price fixing, it's just an archaic way of looking at the biz.
The coverage's mature, as all do, but the quoting process is bizarre, and
about 40 years in the past.
Bradley
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Michael Gibbs
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 3:17 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Insurance
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michael Gibbs <MichaelGibbs@cox.net>
Lynn sez:
>The way I've heard it is that once you are quoted a price for
>insurance, that quote is fed out to all the insurance companies, and
>they all will then "honor" that quote.
Sounds like price-fixing, which sounds illegal.
Many insurance brokers will shop around for quotes each year for you.
If the various underwriters shared pricing there would be no point in
such an activity, right?
Then again, the insurance world is heavily regulated (in the U.S.
anyway) and the rules may be different. I'm not a lawyer, nor do I
play one on T.V.
Mike G.
N728KF
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Clem Nichols" <cnichols@scrtc.com>
Lynn:
Thanks. That works. After much fumbling I had finally managed to enter
both my model number and engine type, but had never been able to find where
to list my configuration. Have now done all 3 thanks to you. You are
right. It's certainly "far from intuitive".
Clem Nichols
Do Not Archive
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lynn Matteson" <lynnmatt@jps.net>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 2:24 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: poll
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net>
>
> Hooray for me! I finally figured out how to use this poll...and believe me
> it's, a B--CH! No wonder we have only 7-11 or so entries so far. This
> thing is far from intuitive...witness the fact that we have 11 planes, but
> only 5 engines, and all 5 are taildraggers....somebody is running around
> out there with no engine...and Jabiru is leading the pack!...and Gary
> Algate hasn't even voted yet.
>
> Here's what I discovered: if you go to the address Michel provided,
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
>
> then by changing the last numbers of the address from 57305 to 57337
> (model), and then to 57308 (engine), and finally to 57309 (gear
> configuration), you will be able to "vote" for all three categories.
>
> As I said, I found this thing to be far from intuitive, but then, I own a
> Mac, and you know what they say about Mac users, we don't follow the
> crowd...and other than Michel, we're not very smart. : )
>
> Now I'm gonna go drink a Bud and forget about this stuff for a while...too
> damn windy, overcast, hazy, gettin' too stormy to fly....ratz!
>
>
> Sorry Michel, I didn't see the other addresses that you provided...they
> were way down the page from the first one, and I'd all but given up by
> then. : )
>
> Lynn
> do not archive
>
> On Saturday, August 26, 2006, at 02:26 PM, Michel Verheughe wrote:
>
>> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
>>
>> Clem, Rex, Lyn et al,
>>
>> On Aug 26, 2006, at 7:45 PM, Clem Nichols wrote:
>>> With all due respect, the web address below only takes you to the forum,
>>> and it's then necessary to plug into the correct message to drag up the
>>> poll. In order to go directly to the poll, go to
>>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57305#57305.
>>
>> That is correct, Clem. However, I tried first to have all info in one
>> poll. But - as KitfoxMike pointed out, at the very moment I was doing
>> that - the poll tool allows only for one entry. I then had to make three
>> different polls, one for the type of Kitfox, a second for the type of
>> engine and a third for tri-gear vs. tail-dragger.
>> The three polls have the same title: Poll: "Which plane, engine and gear
>> configuration, please?" to indicate that they are part of the same poll,
>> only with different choices.
>> The reason I gave the Kitfox forum as a link is that the one you are
>> giving is only one of the three.
>> ... yes, I know, it gets complicated! :-)
>>
>> Lynn, nothing special for the Macintosh, once on the forum, select one of
>> the three: "Poll: Which plane, engine and gear configuration, please?"
>> titles and the voting poll is on the top. Currently, ten people have
>> entered their type of Kitfox.
>>
>> I would like to add that, as Ben says, there is also frappr to show where
>> we live. The Poll was only to know the percentage of tail-draggers, etc.
>> in our group. The problem with the forum is that, everything on this list
>> is mirrored to the forum. Since this list is very, very active (I am on
>> several lists but this one is about 70% of what comes every day in my
>> mailbox) there are many, many entries in the Forum and it's not easy to
>> find it's way around.
>>
>> In any case, it tells me a few things:
>> 1) Please, change title when the subject changes, but not otherwise,
>> 2) Add - do not archive - when you feel it is not necessary (off-topic or
>> humour), and
>> 2) Thanks to Matronics for a great list/forum. It gives us all the tools
>> to make this gathering of Kitfox builders and pilots a great place. We
>> just have to learn how to use it correctly.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Michel
>>
>> do not archive
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Thanks Rick, I'll explore my local wrecking yard if I cant get off the shelf
parts. The problem with subaru's is they just dont break down so unless one
has been totaled in a accident, you cant find one being wrecked anywhere. It
is an option Iv'e considered though. Thanks.
Regards
Graeme
Do not archive----- Original Message -----
From: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 12:04 AM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Attn list admin..please remove from list.
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "wingsdown" <wingsdown@comcast.net>
>
> I think I would look into an alternative electronic replacement. You
> have the hardest part already mounted on the engine and that's the dual
> pick up. Check with Electra motive, not sure on the spelling. You should
> be able to adapt something. Hey will be fun to figure it out. Yes you
> can go to a single ignition distributor, junk yard, after market
> possible, pretty straight forward just get a service manual and you
> should be in business. Not real crazy about just having one ignition
> though, stuff happens. You can test the coil boxes with a pulse
> generator to see if they failed. I think all the connectors are a real
> suspect point to check first.
>
> Rick
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of daniel
> johnson
> Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 4:54 AM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Attn list admin..please remove from list.
>
>
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "daniel johnson"
> --> <kitfox91je@hotmail.com>
>
> Will the list administrator please remove my email address from the list
>
> please? Dan
> Do not archive
>
>
>>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>>Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>>Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>>
>>HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my
>>NSI. I
>>have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>>finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several
> hours
>>when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>>changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and
> coil?.
>>I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro
> fitted
>>with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative
> for
>>me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer
> available.
>>My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still
> provision
>>on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated
> as I
>>don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting
> to
>>have fun again. Thanks guys.
>>
>>Regards
>>Graeme
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com>
All the parts are off 90-99 Ford Laza, Mazda 323 or Nissan Sentra as known
here in New Zealand. I'm sure you would have similar models in the US,
perhaps diff names but the engine is in the 1500 - 2000cc range. Components
made by Mitubishi Electrics. I can send you more shots if you like, I
replaced the Sub dist base plate with a fabricated a new plate and fitted
the the trigger coils onto it. Used the std sub reluctor with a bit of
modification. Works super well.
From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Thanks John, are these parts readily available in our region?.
Regards
Graeme
----- Original Message ----- From: "John Anderson"
<janderson412@hotmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 8:04 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson"
><janderson412@hotmail.com>
>
>I am running an EA 81 with std dist but have dual trigger units, ign units
>a coils fitted and runs through an MSD two to one HT joiner. See
>http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=view&epoch=1113275709
>
>
>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>
>
>HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI. I
>have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
>when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and coil?.
>I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro fitted
>with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible alternative for
>me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no longer available.
>My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there is still provision
>on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would be appreciated as I
>don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months. Im just starting to
>have fun again. Thanks guys.
>
>Regards
>Graeme
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Thanks John, Im in Australia so the vehicle names are the same here. I
really would appreciate some more photo's. As they say, a picture is worth a
thousand words.
Regards
Graeme
Do not archive----- Original Message -----
From: "John Anderson" <janderson412@hotmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 10:00 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson"
> <janderson412@hotmail.com>
>
>
> All the parts are off 90-99 Ford Laza, Mazda 323 or Nissan Sentra as known
> here in New Zealand. I'm sure you would have similar models in the US,
> perhaps diff names but the engine is in the 1500 - 2000cc range.
> Components made by Mitubishi Electrics. I can send you more shots if you
> like, I replaced the Sub dist base plate with a fabricated a new plate
> and fitted the the trigger coils onto it. Used the std sub reluctor with a
> bit of modification. Works super well.
>
> From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
> Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2006 06:39:54 +1000
>
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>
> Thanks John, are these parts readily available in our region?.
>
> Regards
> Graeme
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Anderson"
> <janderson412@hotmail.com>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 8:04 PM
> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>
>
>>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson"
>><janderson412@hotmail.com>
>>
>>I am running an EA 81 with std dist but have dual trigger units, ign units
>>a coils fitted and runs through an MSD two to one HT joiner. See
>>http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=view&epoch=1113275709
>>
>>
>>
>>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>>Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>>Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>>
>>
>>HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI.
>>I have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>>finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
>>when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>>changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and
>>coil?. I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro
>>fitted with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible
>>alternative for me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no
>>longer available. My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there
>>is still provision on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would
>>be appreciated as I don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months.
>>Im just starting to have fun again. Thanks guys.
>>
>>Regards
>>Graeme
>>
>>
>>
>>_________________________________________________________________
>>Check out the latest video @ http://xtra.co.nz/streaming
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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>>
>>
>
>
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Galt" <johngalt.0@gmail.com>
Hi Jule:
Apparently you have to drink the purple koolaid and be re-born to be able to purchase
a kitfox. I asked a few days ago myself for more info.
Good luck. Neat plane, I flew one a few weeks ago.
-John
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| Subject: | Re: Rotax 912 Xtra |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "dcsfoto" <david@kelm.com>
anyone done this mod
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "dcsfoto" <david@kelm.com>
MIII, new to Kitfox, just finished my checkout and noticed that when I put in flaps
to lower nose the air preasure seems to push handle back down.
any fix short of converting to electric
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox for sale |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Listen you bloody drop kick, cant you take the hint and go and annoy some
one else. From where I sit you have been told in any number of ways to just
go get a life so take the hint mate, we dont want you in our space.
Graeme
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Galt" <johngalt.0@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 11:19 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox for sale
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Galt" <johngalt.0@gmail.com>
>
> Hi Jule:
>
> Apparently you have to drink the purple koolaid and be re-born to be able
> to purchase a kitfox. I asked a few days ago myself for more info.
>
> Good luck. Neat plane, I flew one a few weeks ago.
>
> -John
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=57654#57654
>
>
> --
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox for sale |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "john perry" <eskflyer@lvcisp.com>
Im sorry I have to comment on this JOHN you are a nasty individual who
cannot leave well enough alone . I myself am very tired of your drivel and
whatever kick you are on . Please keep it to airplanes and be nice and no
more of you stinkin drink to be brought into the conversation .
tired of the BS
John Perry
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Insurance what a cool idea Just kidding |
I inquired for insurance at Oshkosh am I locked in with the info I gave him?
What if it was wrong maybe a little favoring my side? I only asked for
liabilety, now can I add haul damage? If I burn it in the hanger do I get a new
plain and my landlord a new hanger ? he would like that . mal
please DO NOT ARCHIVE
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--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Mo" <mo44d@comcast.net>
The forum doesn't function for me.
Maurice Fitzgerald
Canton, MA
about to start building a 7A
912ULS2
tailwheel
----- Original Message -----
From: "Michel Verheughe" <michel@online.no>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 3:34 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: poll
> --> Kitfox-List message posted by: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
>
> Guys! ... I think there has been a misunderstanding.
>
> Someone wanted to know how many taildraggers, etc. among us.
> I answered that the best way to do this is to start a poll on the
> Matronics Forum because they provide such a poll tool.
>
> Most of you have answered to this List and not to the Forum, which sums
> up the number of "votes."
> I don't know if anyone is gathering the information written here and do
> some statistics but I am not.
>
> Should we all go to the Forum:
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewforum.php?f=8
>
> and start again by selecting one of the items on the three polls:
> One for the type of Kitfox
> One for the type of engine
> One for the type of gear
>
> Cheers,
> Michel
>
>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Ignition system |
The main ign runs off the ESS buss and the s/by off the EMERG buss powered
via a fused link direct from S/By batt. John
From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
Thanks John, Im in Australia so the vehicle names are the same here. I
really would appreciate some more photo's. As they say, a picture is worth a
thousand words.
Regards
Graeme
Do not archive----- Original Message ----- From: "John Anderson"
<janderson412@hotmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 10:00 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson"
><janderson412@hotmail.com>
>
>
>All the parts are off 90-99 Ford Laza, Mazda 323 or Nissan Sentra as known
>here in New Zealand. I'm sure you would have similar models in the US,
>perhaps diff names but the engine is in the 1500 - 2000cc range. Components
>made by Mitubishi Electrics. I can send you more shots if you like, I
>replaced the Sub dist base plate with a fabricated a new plate and fitted
>the the trigger coils onto it. Used the std sub reluctor with a bit of
>modification. Works super well.
>
>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2006 06:39:54 +1000
>
>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>
>Thanks John, are these parts readily available in our region?.
>
>Regards
>Graeme
>----- Original Message ----- From: "John Anderson"
><janderson412@hotmail.com>
>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 8:04 PM
>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>
>
>>--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Anderson"
>><janderson412@hotmail.com>
>>
>>I am running an EA 81 with std dist but have dual trigger units, ign units
>>a coils fitted and runs through an MSD two to one HT joiner. See
>>http://www.sportflight.com/cgi-bin/uploader.pl?action=view&epoch=1113275709
>>
>>
>>
>>From: "QSS" <msm@byterocky.net>
>>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>>Subject: Kitfox-List: Ignition system
>>Date: Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:04:09 +1000
>>
>>
>>HI Guys, I seem to have a real problem with the ignition CDI's on my NSI.
>>I have absolutely no spark at all and suspect that both black boxes have
>>finally succumbed to the salt water they were sitting in for several hours
>>when we had our unscheduled swim at Christmas time.. Has anyone ever
>>changed these CDI ignition systems to a conventional distributor and
>>coil?. I have heard that the traditional Subaru distributor can be retro
>>fitted with dual points. If this is correct it might be a sensible
>>alternative for me to consider due to the NSI replacement CDI's being no
>>longer available. My engine is the standard NSI EA 81 non turbo and there
>>is still provision on the engine to fit a distributor. Any comments would
>>be appreciated as I don't want to be out of the air for another 6 months.
>>Im just starting to have fun again. Thanks guys.
>>
>>Regards
>>Graeme
>>
>>
>>
>>_________________________________________________________________
>>Check out the latest video @ http://xtra.co.nz/streaming
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>--
>>
>>
>
>
>_________________________________________________________________
>Find the coolest online games @ http://xtramsn.co.nz/gaming
>
>
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>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox for sale |
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "Don Pearsall" <donpearsall@comcast.net>
Apparently this John Galt psycho has found a way to post here without being
subscribed. I have notified Matt Dralle of the problem and will have him
gone shortly. Please do not respond to any of his posts.
Thanks
Don Pearsall
List Admin
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Galt
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 6:19 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox for sale
--> Kitfox-List message posted by: "John Galt" <johngalt.0@gmail.com>
Hi Jule:
Apparently you have to drink the purple koolaid and be re-born to be able to
purchase a kitfox. I asked a few days ago myself for more info.
Good luck. Neat plane, I flew one a few weeks ago.
-John
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