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2. 08:32 AM - boing aircraft (kerrjohna@comcast.net)
3. 09:35 AM - Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 ()
4. 12:18 PM - Re: Re: Trim failure ()
5. 12:34 PM - Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 (Larry)
6. 02:01 PM - Fiberglass Tank Prep. (Jimmy Crane)
7. 02:34 PM - Re: Fiberglass Tank Prep. (Lynn Matteson)
8. 02:44 PM - Re: Gary's most excellent Kitfox adventure (and Aerocet Gear Pro (Larry)
9. 02:58 PM - Re: Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 (kenneth schooley)
10. 03:16 PM - Re: Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update ()
11. 03:38 PM - Re: Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update (Paul Morel)
12. 03:39 PM - Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 (Larry)
13. 03:42 PM - Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 (Larry)
14. 04:45 PM - Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update (wingnut)
15. 04:53 PM - Re: instrument panel color (Brent E Bidus)
16. 05:07 PM - Re: Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update ()
17. 07:46 PM - Re: Mystery Rivets (kentk)
18. 08:19 PM - Re: Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 (Dan Billingsley)
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
Would sell my Classic IV with 912ul. $35000
KLX135
King Transponder
Intercom
John Kerr
Logan UT
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From: "Larry" <lpfrank18@aol.com>
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> I know I recently posted this....but here it is again....
> Looking for a "classic" style....the longer wing--- 32 foot
> Rotax only.....navcom....a transponder and intercom would be nice....
> Don't care about the color....
> Putting it on floats....which I have already....1200's
> I'm on vacation next week....and it would be easy to pick it up then....
> Larry
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> No flight is too short!!!!
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someone posted the lineup of Boeings and I have misplaced the file could the send
it to me again please.
John Kerr
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
I just found out there is a KitFox for sale in Denton,TX.I am waiting for a phone
call back from a friend with a phone number so I can find out more info on
this bird.When I do I'll pass on the info.---Leon Morris/Classic 4/50%/Flower
Mound,TX
---- Larry <lpfrank18@aol.com> wrote:
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> I know I recently posted this....but here it is again....
> Looking for a "classic" style....the longer wing--- 32 foot
> Rotax only.....navcom....a transponder and intercom would be nice....
> Don't care about the color....
> Putting it on floats....which I have already....1200's
> I'm on vacation next week....and it would be easy to pick it up then....
> Larry
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> No flight is too short!!!!
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> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=124839#124839
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| Subject: | Re: Trim failure |
testing my email...thanks mark
>
> From: SOURDOSTAN@aol.com
> Date: 2007/07/08 Sun PM 11:25:54 EDT
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Trim failure
>
> I have a MAC trim switch on my stick--has been faithful for 1180 hours. I
> wouldn't have my trim switch anywhere else--great on final!
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> Stan Specht
> Kitfox Model IV Speedster "Columbine"
> Denver, Colorado
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
Gosh John....What are the times....empty weight....etc
but 35,000.....a little high....Pixs maybe....that's if you're a serious seller
And Leon thanks for your help....looking forwrd to more info
Larry
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No flight is too short!!!!
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| Subject: | Fiberglass Tank Prep. |
Due to some health issues my Classic IV has been at a stand still for about
a year and a half. I am trying to get started back. Prior to my downtime I
had the wings to the point I'm now ready to install the fuel tanks. I
understand I should re-apply the Kreem coating inside the fiberglass tanks.
They look like they have a pretty good coating inside and when I rinsed them
out with water I got very little debris. Only a few tiny particles. I need
to know the following.
1. should I pre-rinse the tanks with acetone or MEK?
2. do I mix the Kreem with MEK or acetone?
3. what is the recommended mixture?
4. what is the best sealer to user when installing the fittings?
5. where is best place to buy Kreem.
Thanks in advance for the info
Jimmy Crane
Classic IV
Stockbridge Ga.
jimmy_crane@hotmail.com
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| Subject: | Re: Fiberglass Tank Prep. |
1. I pre-rinsed with acetone
2. I used MEK (according to instructions on can)
3. I think I used 50-50, but can't recall
4. I used Permatex Aviation sealer
5. I got mine through J.C. Whitney
Lynn Matteson
Grass Lake, Michigan
Kitfox IV Speedster w/Jabiru 2200
flying w/369+ hrs
On Jul 20, 2007, at 4:43 PM, Jimmy Crane wrote:
> <jimmy_crane@hotmail.com>
>
> Due to some health issues my Classic IV has been at a stand still
> for about a year and a half. I am trying to get started back. Prior
> to my downtime I had the wings to the point I'm now ready to
> install the fuel tanks. I understand I should re-apply the Kreem
> coating inside the fiberglass tanks. They look like they have a
> pretty good coating inside and when I rinsed them out with water I
> got very little debris. Only a few tiny particles. I need to know
> the following.
> 1. should I pre-rinse the tanks with acetone or MEK?
> 2. do I mix the Kreem with MEK or acetone?
> 3. what is the recommended mixture?
> 4. what is the best sealer to user when installing the fittings?
> 5. where is best place to buy Kreem.
>
> Thanks in advance for the info
>
> Jimmy Crane
> Classic IV
> Stockbridge Ga.
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| Subject: | Re: Gary's most excellent Kitfox adventure (and Aerocet Gear |
Pro
Gary...those are awesome pix/videos.....It just so happens....I'm trying to put
together a classic IV and amphibs. Actually bought the aerocet amphibs....now
looking for a plane to buy. I know it's backwards....just happened that way....
Have you ever flown the speedster on amphibs.....I've come across three in the
last few days....
Larry
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No flight is too short!!!!
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
I have a Kitfox 5 Vixen with good radios and a 912UL and vacuum inst. for
sale. Just found out I need a neck operation, so am anxious to sell.
Ken 760-728-2450
>From: "Larry" <lpfrank18@aol.com>
>To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200
>Date: Fri, 20 Jul 2007 12:33:42 -0700
>
>
>Gosh John....What are the times....empty weight....etc
>but 35,000.....a little high....Pixs maybe....that's if you're a serious
>seller
>
>And Leon thanks for your help....looking forwrd to more info
>Larry
>
>--------
>No flight is too short!!!!
>
>
>Read this topic online here:
>
>http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=124995#124995
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| Subject: | Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update |
HI Paul,I have a 2180 mosler VW on my kitfox iv with around 90hrs so far,and running
strong.There are some down sides though such as the rotory altenator only
seems to put out around 14/15 amps which is ok to charge the battery providing
you are not running alot of avionics...so its more like micro managing your
important electrical systems,other than this I have plenty of power 82hp at full
and can cruise around 95-100 at 2400 rpm using 3.0gph....It still would be
nice to put a reduction drive on which great planes sell,but the cowling space
is tight & weight factor....same applies to an external altanator....
Anyways good luck..and I luv my VW...
Regards.....Mark N61AC
>
> From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
> Date: 2007/07/10 Tue AM 08:32:23 EDT
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>
>
> Ron
> Thank you so much for the info. The Kitfox 4 I have was orginally purchased
> with the intention of placing a Rotax engine for power. I have a neighbor
> that purchased an AeroVee for his Sonex and I'm quite impressed with it so
> far. After measuring the VW engine, I found that it wouldn't fit into the
> KF4 stock cowl. Since you went through this type of transition, I was
> hoping you could share with me what I might have to do to install a VW
> engine.
> Here are a couple of questions I have:
> 1. Engine mount?
> 2. Cowl modification or new one to fit the VW? or any other modifications.
> 3. Engine Torque?
> 4. Appearance? How does the 4 look with the larger engine?
>
> I would really like to see some pictures. I really would like to make the
> VW engine work for my project.
> Thanks
> Paul
> pmorel@bellsouth.net
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "ron schick" <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 12:30 AM
> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>
>
> > <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
> >
> > Hi paul I have a Kitfox IV Speedster with a 1915cc vw I'll send pics and
> > info direct if you have questions. Since I have not posted to the group
> > in a while I'll give a brief update on my vw experiance.
> > With over 60 hours of trouble free flying it was getting weak. This
> > turned out to be valve adjustment that I had hoped to go 100 hours between
> > adjustments. Turns out the advice is right that you should adjust at 25
> > hours. I also found that with the Valley Engineering redrive it is VERY
> > easy to set the timing to far advanced. This leads to overheating as well
> > as hard starting. All in all I am happy again as I am back to flying on
> > ~3gph of 87 octane= $9.00/hour. 2.5 hours this weekend. This winter I
> > will build a 2275cc VW to replace the 1915cc as it is a little lazy with
> > two people.
> > Ron Schick North Bend, Oregon N541KF Kitfox Speedster 1915cc VW Valley
> > Engineering 1.6:1 redrive, 72" Ivo N117AF Avid Flyer 582 N67779 C152
> >
> >
> >>From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
> >>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> >>Subject: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers
> >>Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2007 22:15:10 -0400
> >>
> >>Just got a Kitfox IV Speedster still in the building stages and will be
> >>ready for a powerplant in the near future. Originally purchased with the
> >>intent of a Rotax from the previous builder, however I find myself leaning
> >>towards the VW engine. I've heard there are a couple Kitfox IV's flying
> >>with the VW and I would like very much to get some ideas and rough price
> >>costs to power a IV. Anyone out there that has a VW IV that I can
> >>exchange ideas with? Thanks PMorel
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________
> > Local listings, incredible imagery, and driving directions - all in one
> > place! http://maps.live.com/?wip=69&FORM=MGAC01
> >
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| Subject: | Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update |
Mark
Thanks for the insight and reply. I'm looking at all the different engines
before I make my decision on the powerplant. Another question that I really
don't know the answer to is how a VW engine will affect the resale value of
the plane. I know we rarely think about selling the planes we build but the
bottom line is all planes get sold sooner or later. Will the Kitfox bring a
better price with a Rotex rather than a VW engine. I realize there are many
more contributing factors involved here, but this is just one more thing to
take into consideration.
Paul
----- Original Message -----
From: <m4785@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Friday, July 20, 2007 6:14 PM
Subject: Re: Re: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>
> HI Paul,I have a 2180 mosler VW on my kitfox iv with around 90hrs so
> far,and running strong.There are some down sides though such as the rotory
> altenator only seems to put out around 14/15 amps which is ok to charge
> the battery providing you are not running alot of avionics...so its more
> like micro managing your important electrical systems,other than this I
> have plenty of power 82hp at full and can cruise around 95-100 at 2400 rpm
> using 3.0gph....It still would be nice to put a reduction drive on which
> great planes sell,but the cowling space is tight & weight factor....same
> applies to an external altanator....
> Anyways good luck..and I luv my VW...
>
> Regards.....Mark N61AC
>>
>> From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
>> Date: 2007/07/10 Tue AM 08:32:23 EDT
>> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>>
>>
>> Ron
>> Thank you so much for the info. The Kitfox 4 I have was orginally
>> purchased
>> with the intention of placing a Rotax engine for power. I have a
>> neighbor
>> that purchased an AeroVee for his Sonex and I'm quite impressed with it
>> so
>> far. After measuring the VW engine, I found that it wouldn't fit into
>> the
>> KF4 stock cowl. Since you went through this type of transition, I was
>> hoping you could share with me what I might have to do to install a VW
>> engine.
>> Here are a couple of questions I have:
>> 1. Engine mount?
>> 2. Cowl modification or new one to fit the VW? or any other
>> modifications.
>> 3. Engine Torque?
>> 4. Appearance? How does the 4 look with the larger engine?
>>
>> I would really like to see some pictures. I really would like to make
>> the
>> VW engine work for my project.
>> Thanks
>> Paul
>> pmorel@bellsouth.net
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "ron schick" <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
>> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 12:30 AM
>> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>>
>>
>> > <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
>> >
>> > Hi paul I have a Kitfox IV Speedster with a 1915cc vw I'll send pics
>> > and
>> > info direct if you have questions. Since I have not posted to the
>> > group
>> > in a while I'll give a brief update on my vw experiance.
>> > With over 60 hours of trouble free flying it was getting weak. This
>> > turned out to be valve adjustment that I had hoped to go 100 hours
>> > between
>> > adjustments. Turns out the advice is right that you should adjust at
>> > 25
>> > hours. I also found that with the Valley Engineering redrive it is
>> > VERY
>> > easy to set the timing to far advanced. This leads to overheating as
>> > well
>> > as hard starting. All in all I am happy again as I am back to flying
>> > on
>> > ~3gph of 87 octane= $9.00/hour. 2.5 hours this weekend. This winter I
>> > will build a 2275cc VW to replace the 1915cc as it is a little lazy
>> > with
>> > two people.
>> > Ron Schick North Bend, Oregon N541KF Kitfox Speedster 1915cc VW Valley
>> > Engineering 1.6:1 redrive, 72" Ivo N117AF Avid Flyer 582 N67779
>> > C152
>> >
>> >
>> >>From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
>> >>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
>> >>Subject: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers
>> >>Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2007 22:15:10 -0400
>> >>
>> >>Just got a Kitfox IV Speedster still in the building stages and will be
>> >>ready for a powerplant in the near future. Originally purchased with
>> >>the
>> >>intent of a Rotax from the previous builder, however I find myself
>> >>leaning
>> >>towards the VW engine. I've heard there are a couple Kitfox IV's
>> >>flying
>> >>with the VW and I would like very much to get some ideas and rough
>> >>price
>> >>costs to power a IV. Anyone out there that has a VW IV that I can
>> >>exchange ideas with? Thanks PMorel
>> >
>> > _________________________________________________________________
>> > Local listings, incredible imagery, and driving directions - all in one
>> > place! http://maps.live.com/?wip=69&FORM=MGAC01
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
Sorry...looking for a IV....have floats for a IV...
Larry
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No flight is too short!!!!
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
John....is your plane a classic....32 ft wing....or a speedster....29 ft wing....not
clear from your specs....and what city are you near?
Larry
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No flight is too short!!!!
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| Subject: | Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update |
> Will the Kitfox bring a better price with a Rotex rather than a VW engine.
I did not build my fox so I did allot of shopping around on the used market before
I found mine. At the time that I was looking, every model IV that I looked
at that did not have a 912 in it was listed in the low 20s. The ones with the
912 were listed in the high 20s to low 30s. When I found one for $29, I purchased
it sight unseen from across the country just based on the pictures. I passed
on a couple of subaru powered model IVs (and one model V) for much less money
because of the perceived advantages of the 912. I might have considered
a Jabiru powered model but I never found one for sale.
I think that you're wise to consider resale. The used market is brutal for experimentals.
Except for the most popular models, they often sell for less than the
price of the kit. This is one of the reasons I chose not to build. Also, I
think that people who buy used will lean heavily towards whatever they perceive
to be the most 'conventional' or proven combination. That was my approach when
I was shopping.
--------
Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)
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| Subject: | Re: instrument panel color |
Thanks to all who responded with pictures and suggestions. I appreciate
the insights.
Brent
On Thu, 19 Jul 2007 06:56:18 -0700 (PDT) "Jose M. Toro"
<jose_m_toro@yahoo.com> writes:
I'm still constructing, but my panel will be yellow. Instead of a gloss
finish, I intend to have a satin finish. To attain that, I will be using
a base coat with hardener using a 6 to 1 ratio.
Jose
----- Original Message ----
From: jerry evans <kitfox555@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2007 11:55:21 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: instrument panel color
On mine I used a counter top laminate ,thin not to heavy also put it on
floor to match all in flat wood grain finish got it from Home Depot
$12.00
kirk hull <kirkhull@kc.rr.com> wrote:
Flat black would be the best. Really any color that is not shiny ( no
gloss) will do fine. My fox is red and I have a flat black panel.
Attached
is a photo.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Brent E
Bidus
Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2007 7:24 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: instrument panel color
Anyone have any thoughts on best colors or colors to avoid when painting
the instrument panel? My airplane is red and yellow but don't want
problems with glare. Thanks,
Brent Bidus
Classic 4/912
Colorado Springs CO
Jerry Evans
96% done 582
Magalia Calif.
N582'er'
kitfox 555
Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web
links.
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| Subject: | Re: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update |
paul
I would definetly consider resale value,without me spewing on to much...lol,I like
my VW for a few reasons and one is the cost,you can by a new factory VW for
around $6000.00 with a TBO time of 1000-1500 hrs,as opposed to the 912/914 rotax
running around $15000.00 to $20000.00.
However if I had to do things over and had more money I would have probably gone
with the 912s rotax just because it has more power to the prop with a better
climb ratio...but it is what it is...lol
It all depends on what you want and how much you want to spend,in the end it is
all relative,you still will have more in your plane than you will get back,so
I call that...flying down the depreciation....lol
Good hunting..........
Regards..........Mark N61AC
>
> From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
> Date: 2007/07/20 Fri PM 06:37:07 EDT
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: Re: Re: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>
>
> Mark
> Thanks for the insight and reply. I'm looking at all the different engines
> before I make my decision on the powerplant. Another question that I really
> don't know the answer to is how a VW engine will affect the resale value of
> the plane. I know we rarely think about selling the planes we build but the
> bottom line is all planes get sold sooner or later. Will the Kitfox bring a
> better price with a Rotex rather than a VW engine. I realize there are many
> more contributing factors involved here, but this is just one more thing to
> take into consideration.
> Paul
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <m4785@bellsouth.net>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Friday, July 20, 2007 6:14 PM
> Subject: Re: Re: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
>
>
> >
> > HI Paul,I have a 2180 mosler VW on my kitfox iv with around 90hrs so
> > far,and running strong.There are some down sides though such as the rotory
> > altenator only seems to put out around 14/15 amps which is ok to charge
> > the battery providing you are not running alot of avionics...so its more
> > like micro managing your important electrical systems,other than this I
> > have plenty of power 82hp at full and can cruise around 95-100 at 2400 rpm
> > using 3.0gph....It still would be nice to put a reduction drive on which
> > great planes sell,but the cowling space is tight & weight factor....same
> > applies to an external altanator....
> > Anyways good luck..and I luv my VW...
> >
> > Regards.....Mark N61AC
> >>
> >> From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
> >> Date: 2007/07/10 Tue AM 08:32:23 EDT
> >> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> >> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
> >>
> >>
> >> Ron
> >> Thank you so much for the info. The Kitfox 4 I have was orginally
> >> purchased
> >> with the intention of placing a Rotax engine for power. I have a
> >> neighbor
> >> that purchased an AeroVee for his Sonex and I'm quite impressed with it
> >> so
> >> far. After measuring the VW engine, I found that it wouldn't fit into
> >> the
> >> KF4 stock cowl. Since you went through this type of transition, I was
> >> hoping you could share with me what I might have to do to install a VW
> >> engine.
> >> Here are a couple of questions I have:
> >> 1. Engine mount?
> >> 2. Cowl modification or new one to fit the VW? or any other
> >> modifications.
> >> 3. Engine Torque?
> >> 4. Appearance? How does the 4 look with the larger engine?
> >>
> >> I would really like to see some pictures. I really would like to make
> >> the
> >> VW engine work for my project.
> >> Thanks
> >> Paul
> >> pmorel@bellsouth.net
> >>
> >>
> >> ----- Original Message -----
> >> From: "ron schick" <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
> >> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> >> Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 12:30 AM
> >> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers/Rons update
> >>
> >>
> >> > <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
> >> >
> >> > Hi paul I have a Kitfox IV Speedster with a 1915cc vw I'll send pics
> >> > and
> >> > info direct if you have questions. Since I have not posted to the
> >> > group
> >> > in a while I'll give a brief update on my vw experiance.
> >> > With over 60 hours of trouble free flying it was getting weak. This
> >> > turned out to be valve adjustment that I had hoped to go 100 hours
> >> > between
> >> > adjustments. Turns out the advice is right that you should adjust at
> >> > 25
> >> > hours. I also found that with the Valley Engineering redrive it is
> >> > VERY
> >> > easy to set the timing to far advanced. This leads to overheating as
> >> > well
> >> > as hard starting. All in all I am happy again as I am back to flying
> >> > on
> >> > ~3gph of 87 octane= $9.00/hour. 2.5 hours this weekend. This winter I
> >> > will build a 2275cc VW to replace the 1915cc as it is a little lazy
> >> > with
> >> > two people.
> >> > Ron Schick North Bend, Oregon N541KF Kitfox Speedster 1915cc VW Valley
> >> > Engineering 1.6:1 redrive, 72" Ivo N117AF Avid Flyer 582 N67779
> >> > C152
> >> >
> >> >
> >> >>From: "Paul Morel" <pmorel@bellsouth.net>
> >> >>To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> >> >>Subject: Kitfox-List: VW Kitfox Flyers
> >> >>Date: Mon, 9 Jul 2007 22:15:10 -0400
> >> >>
> >> >>Just got a Kitfox IV Speedster still in the building stages and will be
> >> >>ready for a powerplant in the near future. Originally purchased with
> >> >>the
> >> >>intent of a Rotax from the previous builder, however I find myself
> >> >>leaning
> >> >>towards the VW engine. I've heard there are a couple Kitfox IV's
> >> >>flying
> >> >>with the VW and I would like very much to get some ideas and rough
> >> >>price
> >> >>costs to power a IV. Anyone out there that has a VW IV that I can
> >> >>exchange ideas with? Thanks PMorel
> >> >
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| Subject: | Re: Mystery Rivets |
Thank you everyone for the thoughts and comments! I am going to got with the 95004
1/8 x 1/4 SS rivets from the kit (the 95005 seem to be too long).
Regards,
Kent
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Kent Knudsen
College Station, TX
K-IV 1200 / no engine / 25% done
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| Subject: | Re: Wanted: Kitfox IV-1200 |
I have a KF-IV with a new 912s, 3 blade Ivo Prop (inflight adjust), Wide body,
32ft wings, carbon fiber panel and console, all avionics, set up for tri gear
with Grove mains, upgraded 6' Grove brakes, and much more. Will sell for $70,000
firm...oh, and you will need to finish building it. :>)
Dan
Mesa, AZ
http://www.azshowersolutions.com/Build1.html
Larry <lpfrank18@aol.com> wrote:
John....is your plane a classic....32 ft wing....or a speedster....29 ft wing....not
clear from your specs....and what city are you near?
Larry
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No flight is too short!!!!
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