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0. 04:55 AM - LOC (Matt Dralle)
1. 05:36 AM - Re: Tires slipping on rims (Harold Lanfear)
2. 07:10 AM - Re: Kitfox tail wheel instruction (Tom Jones)
3. 07:28 AM - Re: Vixen: Warp Drive Cracked (Continental Engine) (FlyboyTR)
4. 07:46 AM - Re: Tires slipping on rims (FlyboyTR)
5. 07:54 AM - Wanted: Enclosed Trailer for KitFox IV Speedster (Nick Scholtes)
6. 08:56 AM - Vixen: Warp Drive Cracked (Continental Engine) (Fox5flyer)
7. 09:11 AM - Re: Vixen: Warp Drive Cracked (Continental Engine) (FlyboyTR)
8. 12:15 PM - Re: Model III-A?? (GypsyBeeInnkeepers)
9. 02:49 PM - Gas Struts (Lowell Fitt)
10. 03:32 PM - Original Kitfox prototype (dave)
11. 03:46 PM - Kitfox Instruction (Rex Shaw)
12. 04:43 PM - Re: Kitfox Instruction (Tom Jones)
13. 05:10 PM - Re: Gas Struts (Lowell Fitt)
14. 05:14 PM - Re: Wanted: Enclosed Trailer for KitFox IV Speedster (Guy Buchanan)
15. 05:25 PM - Re: Kitfox Instruction (kirk hull)
16. 05:58 PM - Re: kitfox V for sale best offer (jeff puls)
17. 06:34 PM - Re: Re: Bluetooth GPS Receiver (Bob Unternaehrer)
18. 07:12 PM - Re: Re: Bluetooth GPS Receiver (Bob Unternaehrer)
19. 07:20 PM - Free Condition inspections (84KF)
20. 08:02 PM - Re: Kitfox Instruction (Tom Jones)
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| Subject: | Re: Tires slipping on rims |
I have 660+ hours on my KFIV, all with Chen Seng buffed tires, no tubes
and no slippage. 90% of landings are on pavement.
This is my 4th set of tires and after the first change; I started going
to a local ATV shop to have the tires changed (he can also balance them,
but I've not done it yet - will try for the next set). Its a bargain
not to have the hassle or worry about a tire shop bending the rims -
which happened the one time I went to a tire shop.
Harold
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox tail wheel instruction |
Wow this is a great response! I received another possibility off list too!
Ron, my plane is a Model 4. I have tried to contact Andrew in Salem but haven't
been successful yet. His offer was for instruction in the student's plane.
He has a model 3. I do not know if he wants to use it for instruction.
I need to call the insurance company to get clear what they mean by "Same make
and model Kitfox".
I am going to persue the two offers I have. There are a few hoops to jump through
yet so I am still interested in more ideas as a contingency. keep em comming.
Tom Jones, Classic 4, Ellensburg, WA
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| Subject: | Re: Vixen: Warp Drive Cracked (Continental Engine) |
Ed,
What prop did he end up going with? I'm afraid that one round of cracking is enough
for me...especially with all the stories of the Warp Drive cracking.
Travis :)
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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen
N-789DF
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| Subject: | Re: Tires slipping on rims |
Way back when... I had problems with the tires slipping on the rims. We always
ran very low air pressure (very rough field). Our fix was to drill six equally
spaced holes in the bead of the rim (both sides). Then we carefully screwed
in a #6X3/8 stainless sheet metal screw. They were never long enough to go
all the way through the bead of the tire, but provided enough grip to STOP the
tire from slipping on the rim.
Travis :)
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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen
N-789DF
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| Subject: | Wanted: Enclosed Trailer for KitFox IV Speedster |
Hi,
I am in the process of purchasing a KitFox, and need a way to get it home.
Does anyone have or know of anyone that has an enclosed trailer that
will accept a Model IV Speedster, that they would like to sell?
Thanks very much!
Nick Scholtes
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| Subject: | Vixen: Warp Drive Cracked (Continental Engine) |
Forwarded from Kifox owner not on List.
Deke
Deke -
That guy with the Warp drive cracking problem with the IO-240B.
This was addressed by Skystar via a Bulletin a long time ago, I read in
the thread about
putting a Ivoprop Magnum on it with inflight adjustable hub. If you can
please post this, because
unless he puts about 20 pounds of ballast in the tail, that combination
with an IO-240B is
simply not going to balance.
I have a wood sensenich, which is probably 15 lb.s lighter than that
Ivo, and I'm at the forward
end of the envelope (less ballast). I put 12 pound's in the tail to get
the CG at a more reasonable
location.
Jeff Hays
N85AE Series 5, IO-240B
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| Subject: | Re: Vixen: Warp Drive Cracked (Continental Engine) |
Thanks for the reminder. My quick calculations show that I will be at the forward
CG limit with the additional weight. Once installed, I may add some weight
to the tail for peace of mind. Plan to increase the size of the battery next
year anyway...it is in the tail of the plane. Thanks again for your input!
Travis :)
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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen
N-789DF
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| Subject: | Re: Model III-A?? |
All of this is very interesting to me as my model 2 is S/N 493 and I
will have problems trying to carry most adult sized passengers for more
than about an hour long ride if I stay within the 950 gross. If I could
increase the gross to 1050 it would make a great deal of difference to
me about keeping this model. It also seems possible that improvements
could have been introduced on the assembly line before the official
release of the model 3 specs. I have not searched for exact measurements
for the changes between the model 2 and 3. I have only seen comments
like "larger rudder" and "stronger struts and carry through" without
specific numbers. Does anyone think we can determine at what S/N and
above by measuring?
Rex
Colorado
Noel Loveys wrote:
>
>Thanks Lowell:
>
>I have had a few answers back from Dee Young. His model II has a gross
>weight of 950 and a MTOW of 1050. I always thought the MTOW and gross were
>the same... I'll ask Dee
>
>In the mean time I'll have a look at my lower strut pass through.
>
>I'm beginning to think what I actually have is a model 3 beta :-)
>
>Noel
>
>
>
>
>>-----Original Message-----
>>From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
>>[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
>>Lowell Fitt
>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 3:59 PM
>>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>>Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>
>>
>><lcfitt@sbcglobal.net>
>>
>>Noel,
>>
>>I understand that on the IV, it can be changed from the 1050
>>grwt to the
>>1200 grwt by drilling the lower strut attach brackets and
>>inserting a 4130
>>rod threaded at both ends through the carry through tube with
>>washers and
>>nuts securing it in place. That strengthens the carry
>>through. The rest of
>>the mod is the thicker wall lift struts. This from Frank
>>Miller. Don't
>>know if the present factory would authorize these mods.
>>
>>Lowell
>>----- Original Message -----
>>From: "Noel Loveys" <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
>>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 7:39 AM
>>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>>What I understand from the original builder is the kit was
>>>
>>>
>>ordered as one
>>
>>
>>>model but before it was shipped it was upgraded to the next
>>>
>>>
>>model. I
>>
>>
>>>understand there were some minor changes made to the
>>>
>>>
>>fuselage frame. As
>>
>>
>>>to
>>>whether or not those changes included beefing up the spar
>>>
>>>
>>pass throughs I
>>
>>
>>>don't know.
>>>
>>>The main concern to me is whether or not I can safely
>>>
>>>
>>increase the MTOW to
>>
>>
>>>1050 lb. If not what would I have to do to make the
>>>
>>>
>>increase? It may not
>>
>>
>>>be worth the aggravation ;-)
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Noel
>>>
>>>-----Original Message-----
>>>From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
>>>[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf
>>>
>>>
>>Of Bradley M
>>
>>
>>>Webb
>>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 11:30 AM
>>>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>>>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Could it be that Denney Aircraft was in a "development"
>>>
>>>
>>stage of the 3,
>>
>>
>>>and
>>>you got an interim model between the 2 and 3? Maybe they
>>>
>>>
>>just started
>>
>>
>>>marketing the 3, but still had the model 2 paperwork and
>>>
>>>
>>designation?
>>
>>
>>>
>>>I guess in which case you could call it one or the other.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Does the vertical stab size give any clue?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Bradley
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> _____
>>>
>>>
>>>From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
>>>[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf
>>>
>>>
>>Of Noel Loveys
>>
>>
>>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 9:17 AM
>>>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>>>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Lowell:
>>>
>>>The serial # is 736
>>>
>>>I just checked the letter of conformity for the plane....
>>>
>>>
>>The first page
>>
>>
>>>says model 2 the other pages say model 3... Go figure.
>>>
>>>
>>The date was '92
>>
>>
>>>I
>>>guess that's why TC removed my AULA status.
>>>
>>>Noel
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>www.aeroelectric.com
>>>www.buildersbooks.com
>>>www.kitlog.com
>>>www.homebuilthelp.com
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Kitfox-List
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
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>>>
>>>
>>>
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>>>
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>>>
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>>>
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>
--
Karla and Rex Hefferan
Gypsy Bee Innkeepers
719-651-5198 or 719-651-9192
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Michel,
They went into the mail today. The usual mail mail.
Cost of Intl. Postage $12.75
Cost of Gas Struts $36.16
Sales tax $ 2.98
Shipping $4.75
Total $43.89
Grand Total $56.64
No Hurry on this.
Lowell
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| Subject: | Original Kitfox prototype |
The question is -- Where is the original prototype Kitfox 1 ?
Does anyone know what happened to it .
Maybe it never faired that well ?
If you find out , then you might see why it was built stronger in later
models.
Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: "GypsyBeeInnkeepers" <hefferans@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:15 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
> <hefferans@gmail.com>
>
> All of this is very interesting to me as my model 2 is S/N 493 and I will
> have problems trying to carry most adult sized passengers for more than
> about an hour long ride if I stay within the 950 gross. If I could
> increase the gross to 1050 it would make a great deal of difference to me
> about keeping this model. It also seems possible that improvements could
> have been introduced on the assembly line before the official release of
> the model 3 specs. I have not searched for exact measurements for the
> changes between the model 2 and 3. I have only seen comments like "larger
> rudder" and "stronger struts and carry through" without specific numbers.
> Does anyone think we can determine at what S/N and above by measuring?
> Rex
> Colorado
>
> Noel Loveys wrote:
>
>>
>>Thanks Lowell:
>>
>>I have had a few answers back from Dee Young. His model II has a gross
>>weight of 950 and a MTOW of 1050. I always thought the MTOW and gross
>>were
>>the same... I'll ask Dee
>>
>>In the mean time I'll have a look at my lower strut pass through.
>>
>>I'm beginning to think what I actually have is a model 3 beta :-)
>>
>>Noel
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>>-----Original Message-----
>>>From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
>>>[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lowell Fitt
>>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 3:59 PM
>>>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>>>Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Noel,
>>>
>>>I understand that on the IV, it can be changed from the 1050 grwt to the
>>>1200 grwt by drilling the lower strut attach brackets and inserting a
>>>4130 rod threaded at both ends through the carry through tube with
>>>washers and nuts securing it in place. That strengthens the carry
>>>through. The rest of the mod is the thicker wall lift struts. This from
>>>Frank Miller. Don't know if the present factory would authorize these
>>>mods.
>>>
>>>Lowell
>>>----- Original Message -----
>>>From: "Noel Loveys" <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
>>>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 7:39 AM
>>>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>>What I understand from the original builder is the kit was
>>>ordered as one
>>>
>>>>model but before it was shipped it was upgraded to the next
>>>model. I
>>>
>>>>understand there were some minor changes made to the
>>>fuselage frame. As
>>>>to
>>>>whether or not those changes included beefing up the spar
>>>pass throughs I
>>>
>>>>don't know.
>>>>
>>>>The main concern to me is whether or not I can safely
>>>increase the MTOW to
>>>
>>>>1050 lb. If not what would I have to do to make the
>>>increase? It may not
>>>
>>>>be worth the aggravation ;-)
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>Noel
>>>>
>>>>-----Original Message-----
>>>>From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
>>>>[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf
>>>Of Bradley M
>>>>Webb
>>>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 11:30 AM
>>>>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>>>>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>Could it be that Denney Aircraft was in a "development"
>>>stage of the 3,
>>>>and
>>>>you got an interim model between the 2 and 3? Maybe they
>>>just started
>>>
>>>>marketing the 3, but still had the model 2 paperwork and
>>>designation?
>>>
>>>>
>>>>I guess in which case you could call it one or the other.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>Does the vertical stab size give any clue?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>Bradley
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> _____
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
>>>>[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf
>>>Of Noel Loveys
>>>
>>>>Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 9:17 AM
>>>>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>>>>Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model III-A??
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>Lowell:
>>>>
>>>>The serial # is 736
>>>>
>>>>I just checked the letter of conformity for the plane....
>>>The first page
>>>
>>>>says model 2 the other pages say model 3... Go figure.
>>>The date was '92
>>>>I
>>>>guess that's why TC removed my AULA status.
>>>>
>>>>Noel
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>www.aeroelectric.com
>>>>www.buildersbooks.com
>>>>www.kitlog.com
>>>>www.homebuilthelp.com
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Kitfox-List
>>>>
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>
> --
> Karla and Rex Hefferan
> Gypsy Bee Innkeepers
> 719-651-5198 or 719-651-9192
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Kitfox Instruction |
I am looking for an instructor with a tail wheel Kitfox. Anywhere I
guess.
I have been shopping for insurance and the only workable offer I have
requires
5 hours dual in same model Kitfox. I need to respond with a binder
within 30
days. I want to know if the instruction in a Kitfox is even available
before
I fork out the money.
Hi ! Tom,
Goodluck with getting instruction and insurance. I'm in
Australia so I guess what applies to me may not to you but I was
fortunate that here one can train in their own plane according to our
rules although the authorities don't seem to want it to happen. Anyway I
was able to get my tail wheel endorsement and also cross country
Navigation in my plane. Also part of our membership with our governing
body Recreational Aviation Australia [ it was Australian Ultralight
Federation ] gets us $5 million third party liabillitty cover. Our
annual membership is about $140 so it's a good deal I think.
Rex.
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Instruction |
Rex, I have a couple of generous offers on the training so things are looking up.
We can use our own planes for instruction in the US, but not an experimental while
it is in its initial flight test period...called phase 1. This is usually
40 hours, except sometimes with a certified engine and propeller combination
it is reduced to 25 hours.
Yes, I would say that Ausi insurance is a good deal.
Tom Jones
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Sorry, This was to have gone direct.
do not archive
Lowell
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lowell Fitt" <lcfitt@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 15, 2006 2:48 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Gas Struts
>
> Michel,
>
> They went into the mail today. The usual mail mail.
>
> Cost of Intl. Postage $12.75
>
> Cost of Gas Struts $36.16
> Sales tax $ 2.98
> Shipping $4.75
> Total $43.89
>
> Grand Total $56.64
>
> No Hurry on this.
>
> Lowell
>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Enclosed Trailer for KitFox IV Speedster |
At 07:53 AM 11/15/2006, you wrote:
>I am in the process of purchasing a KitFox, and need a way to get it home.
If you just need to get it home, rent a U-haul truck 1-way. That's what I
did, Ft. Worth to San Diego in a 24' box.
Guy Buchanan
K-IV 1200 / 582-C / Warp / 100% done, thanks mostly to Bob Ducar.
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| Subject: | Kitfox Instruction |
I had to come up with a test pilot with a lot of tail dragger time to fly
off the 40 then I will get my 5 with an instructor ( 9 hours left )
_____
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rex Shaw
Sent: Thursday, November 16, 2006 12:15 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Kitfox Instruction
I am looking for an instructor with a tail wheel Kitfox. Anywhere I guess.
I have been shopping for insurance and the only workable offer I have
requires
5 hours dual in same model Kitfox. I need to respond with a binder within
30
days. I want to know if the instruction in a Kitfox is even available
before
I fork out the money.
Hi ! Tom,
Goodluck with getting instruction and insurance. I'm in
Australia so I guess what applies to me may not to you but I was fortunate
that here one can train in their own plane according to our rules although
the authorities don't seem to want it to happen. Anyway I was able to get my
tail wheel endorsement and also cross country Navigation in my plane. Also
part of our membership with our governing body Recreational Aviation
Australia [ it was Australian Ultralight Federation ] gets us $5 million
third party liabillitty cover. Our annual membership is about $140 so it's a
good deal I think.
Rex.
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| Subject: | Re: kitfox V for sale best offer |
Bob,
That is one of the prettiest Kitfox's I have seen!!! Jeff Classic IV
----- Original Message -----
From: Bob Holiday
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 14, 2006 11:55 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: kitfox V for sale best offer
I just had a new tuned exhaust built for it and she's ready to go. I
flew for about one hour yesterday and had a blast. Landed at KICT in
front of a Citation 10 jet. Price is negotiable. larger family requires
larger airplane.
web page
http://airplaneforsale.bicyclepedaler.com/
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| Subject: | Re: Bluetooth GPS Receiver |
Just curious as to what the source might be for "up to date" fuel prices.
bob U.
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From: "Bob" <dswaim1119@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 7:56 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Bluetooth GPS Receiver
>
> I found PocketFMS worked OK, but had some quirks and didn't have half of
the functions of AnywhereMap. Also, living in the Washington DC area, I
absolutely need to know that the Special Flight Restrictions are up to date
and that the map is dead-solid updated and accurate. I've used Anywheremap
with a Bluetooth receiver for a couple of years on a PocketPC and it's been
good. Watch for a sale (typically timed with OSH and Sun-N-Fun) and it'll be
$95, but is worth the full subscription price, anyway. While in-flight, it
will give up-to-date fuel prices for any airport you designate and then sort
prices for all airports within something like 40-50 miles. It's easily paid
for itself in fuel savings.
>
> My only caveat is to keep a paper map, even if it's out-dated, because
I've had a lock-up (frozen map) on my old Garmin (don't remember model #)
and the PocketPC. It's pretty apparent that the display stops moving and
the world is still moving past, but if the electronic map were all you had,
you'd be left guessing where the nearest airports and restricted airpace
would be.
>
> Bob
>
> --------
> Remember that internet advice may only be worth what you pay.
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
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> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=74139#74139
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Bluetooth GPS Receiver |
Just curious as to what the source might be for "up to date" fuel prices.
bob U.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob" <dswaim1119@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 7:56 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Bluetooth GPS Receiver
>
> I found PocketFMS worked OK, but had some quirks and didn't have half of
the functions of AnywhereMap. Also, living in the Washington DC area, I
absolutely need to know that the Special Flight Restrictions are up to date
and that the map is dead-solid updated and accurate. I've used Anywheremap
with a Bluetooth receiver for a couple of years on a PocketPC and it's been
good. Watch for a sale (typically timed with OSH and Sun-N-Fun) and it'll be
$95, but is worth the full subscription price, anyway. While in-flight, it
will give up-to-date fuel prices for any airport you designate and then sort
prices for all airports within something like 40-50 miles. It's easily paid
for itself in fuel savings.
>
> My only caveat is to keep a paper map, even if it's out-dated, because
I've had a lock-up (frozen map) on my old Garmin (don't remember model #)
and the PocketPC. It's pretty apparent that the display stops moving and
the world is still moving past, but if the electronic map were all you had,
you'd be left guessing where the nearest airports and restricted airpace
would be.
>
> Bob
>
> --------
> Remember that internet advice may only be worth what you pay.
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=74139#74139
>
>
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| Subject: | Free Condition inspections |
Anyone local Kitfox owners within 75 miles or so of Milford, Mi. needing an annual
condition inspection can E-mail me .....if you can get past Lowells hate mail.
26 yrs experience, certificated ac and amateur-built. A&P, wI.A.
stevebenesh@comcast.net
steve
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Steve: Former Fi-156 'Storch' driver (...talk about folding wings!!!)
New owner, not builder- Kitfox V / 912UL / Warp Dr 3 blade. Thanks to the late
great Ray Mudge, Brighton Mi.
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Instruction |
A retired airline caption flew my model 4 for the its first flight six years ago
and then offered to fly the rest of the 40 hours off. He loved the little kitfox
but I wanted to fly the test phase myself. So here I am six years down
the road and getting closer. I can take off land the Stinson now with out things
getting too out of hand.
Tom Jones
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