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1. 03:06 AM - Kurt - Rad covers Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests ()
2. 05:56 AM - Recovering from lost propeller blades (Barry West)
3. 07:16 AM - Re: Locktite on spinner bolt. (Randy Daughenbaugh)
4. 07:20 AM - Re: Kurt - Rad covers Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests (kurt schrader)
5. 09:10 AM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades (Clint Bazzill)
6. 09:40 AM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades ()
7. 09:40 AM - Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests (RRTRACK@aol.com)
8. 09:49 AM - Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests ()
9. 10:29 AM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades (kitfoxmike)
10. 11:52 AM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades (Bob Hartunian)
11. 01:03 PM - Re: Locktite on spinner bolt. (Michel Verheughe)
12. 03:43 PM - Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests (RRTRACK@aol.com)
13. 03:44 PM - IVO IFA Propeller (RRTRACK@AOL.COM)
14. 04:51 PM - Re: IVO IFA Propeller (kitfoxmike)
15. 05:26 PM - Re: Re: IVO IFA Propeller (Lowell Fitt)
16. 06:29 PM - Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests ()
17. 06:45 PM - Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests (kurt schrader)
18. 07:28 PM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades (James Shumaker)
19. 07:51 PM - Re: Locktite on spinner bolt. (Jerry Liles)
20. 08:13 PM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades (jdmcbean)
21. 08:22 PM - Re: Model 5 STC (jdmcbean)
22. 09:32 PM - Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades (ron schick)
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
Kurt,
I was able to find a pic I took of Jim's IV showing the air restrictors he
made. Sure beats duct tape :)
http://www.cfisher.com/radcover.html
Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: "kurt schrader" <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2007 9:52 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Kitfox 5 Flight tests
> <smokey_bear_40220@yahoo.com>
>
> Mark,
>
> Did you do your GPS speed check yet? Interesting to
> see how that worked out.
>
> That 1000# wt and cool air really help performance.
>
> 2 years ago I flew up to West Bend and back. Same
> problem - oil temp stayed around 140-160 in the cool
> air. Bought the oil thermostat since, but haven't
> installed it yet. Warmer in Fl.
>
> Will probably do a shutter system on my coolant
> radiator like Dave mentioned.
>
> Kurt S. S-5
>
> --- davef@cfisher.com wrote:
>
>> Mark,
>> A friend of mine on this list have a piece of
>> plastic like lexan over his oil cooler with hole s
>> drilled in it.
>>
>> He says it works great . He has same on his
>> radiator.
>>
>> If Jim reads this he might tell you more about the
>> hole sizing and spacing.
>
>> Dave
>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: RRTRACK@aol.com
>
>> All tests were done at 2500 MSL, 40 degrees OAT,
>> and around 1000# take off weight. Today the winds
>> are forecast at 5 mph so I should be able to find
>> the correct air speeds using my GPS.
>> My new IVO IFA did not arrive so I will have to
>> wait to test it. I may try changing the pitch on the
>> 68" GSC and see what it is capable of. Also will be
>> adding a oil thermostat when I change the oil and
>> filter this weekend. In outside temperatures under
>> 60 degrees the oil temps never gets over 180
>> degrees. Takes a long time to warm up the oil to 120
>> degrees for take off as well. Oil pressure around
>> 58# at cruise.
>> Mark
>> Wisconsin
>> Kitfox 5 Vixen 912 UL ( VG's are next after the
>> new IVO IFA Prop )
>
> __________________________________________________
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Recovering from lost propeller blades |
This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that in
January I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades departed
my Kitfox IV Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to replace
the propeller, the engine mount and do some repair to the cowling. I
ordered an IVO prop and it came some time ago. John shipped the new
engine mount last week and the repairs are done. What I don't have is
the drive lugs needed to attach the propeller. These are the female
threaded lugs that press into the flange on the drive shaft. Neither
Kitfox Aircraft nor Lockwood have been able to get them from Rotax. I
wonder if any of you have some you don't need and would sell them (six)
to me. Let me know at barry@pgtc.com.
Barry West
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| Subject: | Locktite on spinner bolt. |
Thanks Rick and Kurt.
Something is going on. Wish I understood it better. (And glad I took
Skystar's advice during build!)
Randy
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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
Mdkitfox@aol.com
Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2007 2:57 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Locktite on spinner bolt.
In a message dated 4/14/2007 11:48:20 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
rjdaugh@rapidnet.com writes:
Hey, there must be a metallurgist out there. I always thought it was that
the graphite scratched the oxide surface off of the aluminum and left a spot
for corrosion. But why would that be worse than scratching the oxide off
with a scotch brite pad? Cause water or salt can displace the graphite? I
really don't know.
Or is it just an old wives tale?
Randy,
It's not a wives tale. I was only an aero engineer at Kennedy Space Center,
not a metallurgist, but I saw a mechanic draw a line with a pencil on a
piece of aluminum used on the Saturn V. I brought this to his attention and
he laughed and gave me a rough time since I was just out of school and the
new kid on the block.
Long story short, for a $5 bet, we put 2 identical pieces of aluminum in 2
pull testers. One was scribed with a pencil line the other wasn't. During
the pull, the piece scribed with the pencil cracked right along the drawn
line and the other piece did not break. Could it have been luck? I don't
think so, I had performed that same test in college and it did the same
thing more than once.
The carbon in the lead or graphite sets up stress corrosion in the aluminum
and when you place the part under stress it doesn't take long for the crack
to occur. It will even follow gentle curves. The humidity in the air and
especially in a salty environment like the beach will cause this corrosion
to accelerate quickly. Just leave a piece of painted chrome molly steel
outside for a day and see how quickly corrosion attacks it.
Rick
Series V Speedster - N39RW, Serial Number 1
DO NOT ARCHIVE
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
Got it,
Thanks Dave
Kurt S.
Do not archive
--- davef@cfisher.com wrote:
> Kurt,
>
> I was able to find a pic I took of Jim's IV showing
> the air restrictors he made. Sure beats duct tape :)
> http://www.cfisher.com/radcover.html
>
> Dave
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| Subject: | Recovering from lost propeller blades |
I don't think those inserts have been used for years. I am using nuts and
washers on the back of my Ivoprop. Clint
From: "Barry West" <barry@pgtc.com>
<pulsar-builders@caseyk.org>
Subject: Kitfox-List: Recovering from lost propeller blades
This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that in
January I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades departed my
Kitfox IV Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to replace the
propeller, the engine mount and do some repair to the cowling. I ordered an
IVO prop and it came some time ago. John shipped the new engine mount last
week and the repairs are done. What I don't have is the drive lugs needed
to attach the propeller. These are the female threaded lugs that press into
the flange on the drive shaft. Neither Kitfox Aircraft nor Lockwood have
been able to get them from Rotax. I wonder if any of you have some you
don't need and would sell them (six) to me. Let me know at barry@pgtc.com.
Barry West
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| Subject: | Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades |
Barry-
Did you ever determine what caused the blade(s) departure. I have
experienced inflight departure of props as well and it sure is like a
sudden explosion as you get rocked.
Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: Barry West
To: Kitfox List ; Pulsar-Builders
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 8:58 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Recovering from lost propeller blades
This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that
in January I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades
departed my Kitfox IV Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to
replace the propeller, the engine mount and do some repair to the
cowling. I ordered an IVO prop and it came some time ago. John shipped
the new engine mount last week and the repairs are done. What I don't
have is the drive lugs needed to attach the propeller. These are the
female threaded lugs that press into the flange on the drive shaft.
Neither Kitfox Aircraft nor Lockwood have been able to get them from
Rotax. I wonder if any of you have some you don't need and would sell
them (six) to me. Let me know at barry@pgtc.com.
Barry West
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
I flew the Kitfox Saturday for 2.5 hours. The ASI read about 10% higher with
the static port disconnected.
It reads a little slow with the static port connected and way to high with
it disconnected.
With 20-140 "Knot" ASI
with static port 5000 rpm = 80 knots indicated = 95 mph ground speed on
average with GPS
" 5500 rpm = 87 knots indicated = 106 mph
"
no static port 5000 rpm = 88 knots indicated = 95 mph
"
" 5500 rpm = 100 knots indicated = 106 mph
"
Changed to a 0-140 "MPH" ASI
no static port 5000 rpm = 102 mph indicated = 96 mph ground speed on
average with GPS
" 5500 rpm = 112 mph indicated = 106 mph
"
with static port "lost data" will have to test again : )
Note: At idle my throttle is 3 inches out. (idles very smooth at 1500 rpm)
At 5000 rpm it is 2 inches out
At full throttle it is full in and on take off I can feel the
horse power increase all the way until the stop.
Again I think there is a lot of horsepower not being used in cruise with
this prop.
New IVO IFA has not yet arrived.
Mark
Wisconsin
Kitfox 5 Vixen 912 UL 68" three blade GSC prop
************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
Mark,
Have you tried WOT and see what speed and rpm you get.
Your neighbour Paul S is getting 118 mp in a IV on floats..............
Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: RRTRACK@aol.com
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 12:40 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Kitfox 5 Flight tests
I flew the Kitfox Saturday for 2.5 hours. The ASI read about 10%
higher with the static port disconnected.
It reads a little slow with the static port connected and way to high
with it disconnected.
With 20-140 "Knot" ASI
with static port 5000 rpm = 80 knots indicated = 95 mph
ground speed on average with GPS
" 5500 rpm = 87 knots indicated = 106 mph
"
no static port 5000 rpm = 88 knots indicated = 95 mph
"
" 5500 rpm = 100 knots indicated = 106 mph
"
Changed to a 0-140 "MPH" ASI
no static port 5000 rpm = 102 mph indicated = 96 mph
ground speed on average with GPS
" 5500 rpm = 112 mph indicated = 106 mph
"
with static port "lost data" will have to test again : )
Note: At idle my throttle is 3 inches out. (idles very smooth at 1500
rpm)
At 5000 rpm it is 2 inches out
At full throttle it is full in and on take off I can feel
the horse power increase all the way until the stop.
Again I think there is a lot of horsepower not being used in cruise
with this prop.
New IVO IFA has not yet arrived.
Mark
Wisconsin
Kitfox 5 Vixen 912 UL 68" three blade GSC prop
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| Subject: | Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades |
I just bolted my IVO right to the flange, I did throw away the bolts they sent
and got some better ones. I also put lock nuts on the back as well. If you do
use theirs, be careful that you don't bottom out before the bolts touch the blades.
I also found that my engine was running very rough and many things attributed
to this, one- floats another - the calibration of the carbs. Now I can
idle all the way down to 1450 which is spec for this engine. Sure helps when
landing. I can pull the throttle and come in nice and slow, makes for a beautiful
landing.
--------
kitfoxmike
model IV, 1200
speedster
912ul
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| Subject: | Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades |
Barry;
I had set and will find and mic dims for you to get a set made.
I=B9d make from normalized 4130 rod stock. Was a slight interference fit into
prop flange. Your choice as to internal threading; I=B9d avoid it if possible
.
Bob H
From: Barry West <barry@pgtc.com>
<pulsar-builders@caseyk.org>
Subject: Recovering from lost propeller blades
This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that in
January I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades departed my
Kitfox IV Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to replace the
propeller, the engine mount and do some repair to the cowling. I ordered a
n
IVO prop and it came some time ago. John shipped the new engine mount last
week and the repairs are done. What I don't have is the drive lugs needed
to attach the propeller. These are the female threaded lugs that press int
o
the flange on the drive shaft. Neither Kitfox Aircraft nor Lockwood have
been able to get them from Rotax. I wonder if any of you have some you
don't need and would sell them (six) to me. Let me know at barry@pgtc.com.
Barry West
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| Subject: | Re: Locktite on spinner bolt. |
Thanks guys and sorry for a bit late answer. No, my spinner is
glassfiber so I don't have a problem with lead/graphite pencil on
aluminium.
Lynn, you have also a Jabiru and the same spinner as me. Putting it on
a lathe? Could be an idea but my off-center motion is much greater
than what I could get from the thickness of the glassfiber. Beside that
... a lather! Gosh, you must be a rich (and ingenious) man! I hardly
have anything more than a Swiss knife to work on my plane. ... okay, I
exaggerate a bit here but ... a lathe? And knowing how to use it?
Listen, did you also invented the wheel, or what? ... just kidding!
Sunny weather in Norway brings the silliness out of me! :-)
Cheers,
Michel
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
The 912 UL will go way past redline now level flight without using anything
near full throttle. I forgot what kind of speed it was showing before I backed
off the throttle. It climbs out at 5400 rpm indicated and has a static limit
of 5200 rpm so I did not want to change to pitch on the 68" GSC.
I will test it again before installing the new IVO IFA prop.
Mark
Wisconsin
Kitfox 5 Vixen 912 UL
************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.
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| Subject: | IVO IFA Propeller |
My new 70" IVO IFA patriot ultralight prop has arrived. Looking at the
installation instructions I need to make a bracket for the electrical pick-up
post
to attach to on my 912 UL engine gearbox. A piece of aluminum angle stock is
recommended. Any recommendations to the size or type used?
Also any other suggestions for installation, set up, and static and flight
tests?
Thanks,
Mark
Wisconsin
Kitfox 5 Vixen 912 UL
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| Subject: | Re: IVO IFA Propeller |
Ya, forget that setup for the brushes and go for the setup through the center of
the hub.
--------
kitfoxmike
model IV, 1200
speedster
912ul
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| Subject: | Re: IVO IFA Propeller |
One of the issues one of the Ivo folks had at Desert Fox infolved the center
of hub brushe set-up. One of the contact rings drifted on the insulated
shaft so it wasn't under the brush.
Lowell
----- Original Message -----
From: "kitfoxmike" <customtrans@qwest.net>
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 4:50 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: IVO IFA Propeller
>
> Ya, forget that setup for the brushes and go for the setup through the
> center of the hub.
>
> --------
> kitfoxmike
> model IV, 1200
> speedster
> 912ul
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
Mark,
You gonna have a speedy Kitfox on your hands once you get your prop(s)
tweaked.
I think you might find with the patriot that it will seem to coursen as
you gain forward momentum plus you will have the electric control as
well.
.
I mentioned Paul's IV on Floats and I think he has the same prop but
it is cut to 66 " and that might contribute to his fantastic speed of
118 mph wide open on floats. You on wheels might see 130s yet.
Keep us informed. Dave
----- Original Message -----
From: RRTRACK@aol.com
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 6:43 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Kitfox 5 Flight tests
The 912 UL will go way past redline now level flight without using
anything near full throttle. I forgot what kind of speed it was showing
before I backed off the throttle. It climbs out at 5400 rpm indicated
and has a static limit of 5200 rpm so I did not want to change to pitch
on the 68" GSC.
I will test it again before installing the new IVO IFA prop.
Mark
Wisconsin
Kitfox 5 Vixen 912 UL
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 5 Flight tests |
Interesting Mark,
Sounds like the static port is the better bet for you.
Too bad the higher speeds were not true. Still doing
well though. Mine was within 2-3 knots of correct
with the static port too.
I think you will really like the adjustable IVO in
comparison. You can use all the power in flight for
climb and cruise.
Kurt S
--- RRTRACK@aol.com wrote:
> I flew the Kitfox Saturday for 2.5 hours. The ASI
> read about 10% higher with the static port
disconnected.
> It reads a little slow with the static port
> connected and way too high with it disconnected.
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| Subject: | Re: Recovering from lost propeller blades |
You could try California Power Systems. 1-800-airwolf for direct call.
Jim Shumaker
----- Original Message ----
From: Barry West <barry@pgtc.com>
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 5:58:30 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Recovering from lost propeller blades
This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that in January
I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades departed my Kitfox IV
Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to replace the propeller, the engine
mount and do some repair to the cowling. I ordered an IVO prop and it came
some time ago. John shipped the new engine mount last week and the repairs
are done. What I don't have is the drive lugs needed to attach the propeller.
These are the female threaded lugs that press into the flange on the drive
shaft. Neither Kitfox Aircraft nor Lockwood have been able to get them from
Rotax. I wonder if any of you have some you don't need and would sell them (six)
to me. Let me know at barry@pgtc.com.
Barry West
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| Subject: | Re: Locktite on spinner bolt. |
Graphite and aluminum in the presence of water form an electrolytic
cell. The corrosion produced is the same type as is encountered with
aluminum and iron, or iron and zinc, Galvanic with aluminum the looser.
When the first carbon fiber bicycles became available the carbon tubes
were frequently bonded in aluminum brackets where the tubes clustered at
the bottom bracket, head set and rear wheel brackets. There were
numerous, occassionally spectacular failures of these bikes due to
galvanic corrosion.
Jerry Liles
Randy Daughenbaugh wrote:
> Thanks Rick and Kurt.
>
> Something is going on. Wish I understood it better. (And glad I took
> Skystars advice during build!)
>
> Randy
>
> Do not archive.
>
> .
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> Mdkitfox@aol.com
> Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2007 2:57 PM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Locktite on spinner bolt.
>
> In a message dated 4/14/2007 11:48:20 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> rjdaugh@rapidnet.com writes:
>
> Hey, there must be a metallurgist out there. I always thought it
> was that the graphite scratched the oxide surface off of the
> aluminum and left a spot for corrosion. But why would that be
> worse than scratching the oxide off with a scotch brite pad? Cause
> water or salt can displace the graphite? I really dont know.
>
> Or is it just an old wives tale?
>
> Randy,
>
> It's not a wives tale. I was only an aero engineer at Kennedy Space
> Center, not a metallurgist, but I saw a mechanic draw a line with a
> pencil on a piece of aluminum used on the Saturn V. I brought this to
> his attention and he laughed and gave me a rough time since I was just
> out of school and the new kid on the block.
>
> Long story short, for a $5 bet, we put 2 identical pieces of aluminum
> in 2 pull testers. One was scribed with a pencil line the other
> wasn't. During the pull, the piece scribed with the pencil cracked
> right along the drawn line and the other piece did not break. Could it
> have been luck? I don't think so, I had performed that same test in
> college and it did the same thing more than once.
>
> The carbon in the lead or graphite sets up stress corrosion in the
> aluminum and when you place the part under stress it doesn't take long
> for the crack to occur. It will even follow gentle curves. The
> humidity in the air and especially in a salty environment like the
> beach will cause this corrosion to accelerate quickly. Just leave a
> piece of painted chrome molly steel outside for a day and see how
> quickly corrosion attacks it.
>
> Rick
> Series V Speedster - N39RW, Serial Number 1
>
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| Subject: | Recovering from lost propeller blades |
Barry,
I recieved an email today that my order for several sets placed back in
Sept 06 was now being shipped... Hope to see them by weeks end.
John McBean
Kitfox Aircraft
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From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Barry West
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 6:59 AM
To: Kitfox List; Pulsar-Builders
Subject: Kitfox-List: Recovering from lost propeller blades
This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that in
January I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades departed my
Kitfox IV Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to replace the
propeller, the engine mount and do some repair to the cowling. I ordered an
IVO prop and it came some time ago. John shipped the new engine mount last
week and the repairs are done. What I don't have is the drive lugs needed
to attach the propeller. These are the female threaded lugs that press into
the flange on the drive shaft. Neither Kitfox Aircraft nor Lockwood have
been able to get them from Rotax. I wonder if any of you have some you
don't need and would sell them (six) to me. Let me know at barry@pgtc.com.
Barry West
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Guy,
We do have a FAQ page on the web although we have not had a chance to
get info up on the page... As for the design changes.. I'll contact you off
list.. but for the record there is not an upgrade for the Model IV 1050 to
increase to 1200.. with one exception and that was specifically for float
operations and that change was not encouraged.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Guy Buchanan
Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 11:33 PM
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Model 5 STC
At 11:04 AM 4/14/2007, you wrote:
A question for you technical guys. Is there an STC that allows you to
increase the gross weight on a model 5 from the early 1,400 pound gross to
1,550 which was in the later model?
The other posters are right. STC's only apply to certified aircraft. You
can, as the builder, specify any gross weight you want. Now as to the
structural mods required to go from Skystar's 1400 pound gross to 1550 pound
gross you're asking a questing hashed out several times this year with, as I
recall, no definitive answer. I certainly wish someone could find definitive
design information for these aircraft. It would be a shame if it all just
disappeared.
John, did you get Skystar's and Denney's design information when you
purchased the assets? Is such information available? Can we put together
definitive information regarding the design changes to go from 1050 to 1200
for the IV, and from 1400 to 1550 for the V?
Guy Buchanan
San Diego, CA
K-IV 1200 / 582-C / Warp / 100% done, thanks mostly to Bob Ducar.
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| Subject: | Recovering from lost propeller blades |
I believe Ivo specifies lock nuts. Ron NB Ore (72" Ivoprop)
>From: "Barry West" <barry@pgtc.com>
>To: "Kitfox List" <kitfox-list@matronics.com>, "Pulsar-Builders"
><pulsar-builders@caseyk.org>
>Subject: Kitfox-List: Recovering from lost propeller blades
>Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2007 07:58:30 -0500
>
>This is taking a lot more time than I thought. You may remember that in
>January I posted emails that all three of my propeller blades departed my
>Kitfox IV Classic with a 912S while in flight. I needed to replace the
>propeller, the engine mount and do some repair to the cowling. I ordered
>an IVO prop and it came some time ago. John shipped the new engine mount
>last week and the repairs are done. What I don't have is the drive lugs
>needed to attach the propeller. These are the female threaded lugs that
>press into the flange on the drive shaft. Neither Kitfox Aircraft nor
>Lockwood have been able to get them from Rotax. I wonder if any of you
>have some you don't need and would sell them (six) to me. Let me know at
>barry@pgtc.com.
>
>Barry West
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