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1. 02:06 AM - Re: Spar Sloshing (Brian Leach)
2. 02:17 AM - Re: Fossil Fuels (Christoph Graf)
3. 02:18 AM - Re: Re: Kitfox 2,rotax 582,VW 2100 swap (Steve Shinabery)
4. 03:29 AM - Re: HKS? (dave)
5. 03:50 AM - Re: Re: Fuel tanks and TCP (Noel Loveys)
6. 03:58 AM - Re: Kitfox 2,rotax 582,VW 2100 swap (dave)
7. 05:00 AM - Re: Kitfox/Railroad Container Question (Noel Loveys)
8. 06:32 AM - Re: Fossil Fuels (Noel Loveys)
9. 07:05 AM - Re: Kitfox/Railroad Container Question (paul wilson)
10. 07:16 AM - Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 (Larry)
11. 07:19 AM - Re: kee west voltage regulator? (dave)
12. 07:24 AM - Re: Spar Sloshing ()
13. 08:01 AM - Re: Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 (kitfoxjunky)
14. 09:30 AM - Re: Re: Fuel tanks and TCP (dwight purdy)
15. 12:33 PM - Re: Spar Sloshing (Brian Leach)
16. 02:40 PM - Engine for sale (Gary Olson)
17. 03:18 PM - Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 (Larry)
18. 03:23 PM - Re: Re: kee west voltage regulator? (Marco Menezes)
19. 04:21 PM - Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 (dave)
20. 06:33 PM - More starting problems (wingnut)
21. 06:48 PM - Re: Kitfox/Railroad Container Question (JSD)
22. 08:06 PM - Re: kee west voltage regulator? (Glenn Horne)
23. 08:48 PM - Re: More starting problems (Rick)
24. 08:49 PM - Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 (dholly)
25. 09:08 PM - Re: More starting problems (wingnut)
26. 09:19 PM - Re: Re: More starting problems (john oakley)
27. 10:45 PM - Kitfox NIRVANA ()
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| Subject: | Re: Spar Sloshing |
Leon
I got some aerosol cans of etch primer and 12 feet of one eighth aluminium
tube. Bend a right angle in the tube close to the end and stick the spray
nozzle from a can in the end of the tube so it will squirt along in the
middle of the spar. Then attach the can to the other end of the tube and
slide it up the spar. No fuss, no mess, and it made a great job of painting
the inside, and from memory I think two cans did all four spars.
Brian
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| Subject: | Re: Fossil Fuels |
Hi
As an engineer I am shure (and all studies show this, use linke below) that bio-fuel
does NOT solve the CO2 problem, and does NOT solve the resource problem.
Bio-fuel must be produced.
If it is produced with corn (or sugar) the CO2 balance is worse than diesel per
Kwh, the overall energy efficiency range is -10% (!) up to +20%. A bad deal,
which cannot be a solution! Politicians only believe this.
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Christoph
Switzerland
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 2,rotax 582,VW 2100 swap |
Thanks 4 the help Ron:U may B right.that is why I am asking what to
do.But all so i do like the HKS.because it is low on power.I need at
least 80 true HP.I worry about the CGs,and the weight.and the HP out
put.I still want to carry two people all so.so what is a Kitfoxer to
do? Steve Shinabery,St.Marys Oh, kitfox2, N554KF 582 rotax. thanks
Ron Ore
ron schick wrote:
> <roncarolnikko@hotmail.com>
>
> Steve I have a Kitfox IV Speedster with a type 1 VW. I went with the
> Valley Engineering llc redrive to swing a big enough prop. The parts
> are available through Great Plains Aircraft. Your model 2 might be a
> little light for the added weight of the VW. Would definately fly,
> but I would want to grease every landing. My original power was
> 1915cc, but am building a 2275cc now and hope to have done in a couple
> of weeks. I too build VW sandrails, but unlike the 6-7000 rpm 2332cc
> 150+ horsepower jobs these need to be low compression low heat
> motors. Not trying to disuade you, but my Avid a model is similar to
> yours and just does not seem like it would tolerate the added weight.
> I think that the HKS might be a better match. Ron NB Ore
>
>
>> From: Steve Shinabery <shinco@bright.net>
>> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox 2,rotax 582,VW 2100 swap
>> Date: Sun, 14 Oct 2007 20:17:34 -0400
>>
>>
>> I have a KF 2 with a 582 in it.it has 160TT.on engine + AF,I want to
>> swap it out with a VW 2100.that I want to build up my self.I have
>> done a lot of work on the VW engines.in sand rails etc.so I do know
>> what I am doing on them plus I have help.but never built a VW engine
>> for a airplane.so I need help in that area.but all so I am worred
>> about the weight + balance etc.can this work in my kitfox?I would
>> like to know befor I start building.please can any one direct me in
>> the right direction?all so where I can get the engine parts for
>> aircraft use for the VW engine. Thanks Steve Shinabery,St.Marys Oh,
>> KF2,582 gray head,TT160 hr.,N554KF
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Interesting topic 582 vs HKS.
What cruise speed so you get with the HKS ?
If you read the past post of mine you will see that the 582 in the Kitfox with
the exhaust mod done by Denny and Skystar cuts the max 64 hp from the 582 to I
am only guessing to 58 to 60 HP but fuel flow still the same.
Would be more than happy to compare results for performance. Post some videos like i did to show how it actually performs. My videos are all done before i corrected my exhaust so I can say the HP would be about the same as the HKS. http://www.cfisher.com/
> I can tell you that the HKS preforms just as well as the 582 in takeoff run climb
and does much better in cruise and of course at 3 gph vs 4.5 of fuel it can
fly 4.7 hrs vs 3 hr with my 15 gal of fuel.
> I'll fly against any 582 any day and it will be a real contest and the 582 will
lose.
>
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| Subject: | Re: Fuel tanks and TCP |
Michel:
A lot of what you say is spot on.
The lobbyists for ethanol are not willing to mention the amount of CO2 given
off when the corn is fermented. They also refuse for some reason to include
the fossil fuels used to plant, irrigate harvest and transport the raw corn.
They also won't discuss the amount of fossil fuel required to transport the
distilled ethanol to refineries. Ethanol cannot be sent through pipelines
as water is used to separate different grades of fuel in the same pipeline.
Ethanol forms a solution with water and there is some fear of corrosion
inside the pipeline too.
Last week there was a chemical engineer on the Discovery channel here. The
discovery channel specializes in science programming. This engineer said
that burning ethanol and bio diesel actually gives off a gaseous compound
that attacks the ozone layers.
I agree whole heartedly with you that burning fossil fuels is releasing
carbon compounds back into the atmosphere that have been deported to the
depths of the earth for millions of years. There has to be a better energy
supply. There are too many things wrong with production of ethanol and bio
Diesel to commit to that technology.
Lithium ion batteries seem to be a possible source to power an electric
vehicle, even an electric aeroplane. The electricity to recharge these
batteries can be made hydro electric systems, Wind power farms, photo
voltaic panels and let's not forget tidal power. All of these things and
other technologies like terrestrial heating and insulation should be
examined and put into as wide a use as possible quickly.
If there weren't enough wrong with using ethanol as a fuel on the ground
there are added dangers to flying with it. Fuel separation, increased
possibility for vapour lock and fuel separation are a few of the additional
dangers aviators will have to contend with.
The sooner we reduce and eventually remove our dependence on fossil fuels
and lubricants the better. Unfortunately ethanol isn't the answer.
Noel
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> Michel Verheughe
> Sent: Saturday, October 13, 2007 6:58 PM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Fuel tanks and TCP
>
>
>
> On Oct 13, 2007, at 9:53 PM, Noel Loveys wrote:
> > The lobbyists conveniently keep saying there is less tailpipe
> > emissions.
>
> This is new to me, Noel. My understanding on the move toward
> ethanol is
> entirely different (although I might be wrong). I think the
> main reason
> is that ethanol is produced from bio-mass and not from fossil fuel.
> Carbon dioxide was first on earth. Then vegetal life turned
> most of it
> into oxygen by photosynthesis and kept the carbon to build its cells.
> Finally, vegetal life would burn or putrefy and release again carbon
> dioxide that, again would be taken by other living vegetal forms of
> life. There was a balance.
> But some of that primordial forms of vegetal life, probably due to
> geo-physical reasons such as landslides, got buried down in
> the earth,
> to be only retrieved in the past century in the form of crude
> oil. Once
> you start burning that oil, thus creating carbon dioxide that should
> have happen millions of years ago, you upset the natural balance and
> create more CO2 than it has been produced since humans live on earth.
> That increase is the reason of the so-called greenhouse effect and
> global warming.
>
> If you grow a tree then burn it, you keep nature in balance. If you
> burn fossil fuel, you upset the balance ... I think.
>
> Cheers,
> Michel Verheughe
> Norway
> Kitfox 3 - Jabiru 2200
>
>
>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 2,rotax 582,VW 2100 swap |
Steve,
What is wrong with the 582 ?
> I still want to carry two people all so.so what is a Kitfoxer to
> do?
Kitfox II has lower gross weight than a later model ? 950 lbs ?
So you areliekly about 450 lbs with 582 now ? that leave 500 lbs for fuels and
2 people.
Jab will be near the same weight and a 912 will add about 60 lbs.
VW I am not sure of weight, but the way to go on a VW is with a Redrive .
I think a Jab with a re drive would be an interesting experiment as well.
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| Subject: | Kitfox/Railroad Container Question |
The idea of using a container for storage is a good one. Most of them are
reasonably well sealed and if needed can be lined with plywood. I checked
around for a price on a well used model and the cost was prohibitive.
As for secure, my grand father used to say that a lock is only to tell an
honest man there's nobody home. Any one wanting to get into a container can
get in fast with a set of bolt cutters or at most a portable oxy fuel torch.
The up side is you would have a great natural wall for a mural and the top
could be converted to a nice sun deck ;-)
Noel
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rexinator
> Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 12:19 AM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Kitfox/Railroad Container Question
>
>
>
> I had looked at an ocean shipping container (which I think may be the
> same thing) and, if I remember correctly, determined that the
> measurements are the exterior size. That means the interior measured
> less than 7' 10" which is the width of my Model 2 folded and
> it would be
> just about impossible to slip the airplane into one with the
> wings on.
> Have you measured the doorway and interior of this container? Having
> stored my M2 in an old single car garage with one wing
> removed because
> the doorway way only 7" 10" it was still a careful exercise
> to move it
> in and out as the tail is almost that wide.
> I agree they are very good quality and secure ( unless a thief has
> access to a semi tractor and container transport rig).
>
> --
> Rex Hefferan
> SE Colorado / K-II / 582-C / still waiting repairs
>
>
> Pete Christensen wrote:
>
> > <apeterchristensen@sbcglobal.net>
> >
> > Does anyone know if a 40'X8'X8' railroad container could be
> used as a
> > hanger for a folded wing Kitfox? Cheap storage if it would.
> >
> > Pete
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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On a related topic those of you who like to imbibe a wee dram of JD in the
evening be prepared to pay more for it. The cost of the raw material is
rocketing up... when resources are available. Maybe more will have to
develop a taste for a good single malt Scotch or tea.
Noel
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> Christoph Graf
> Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 6:41 AM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Fossil Fuels
>
>
>
>
> Hi
>
> As an engineer I am shure (and all studies show this, use
> linke below) that bio-fuel does NOT solve the CO2 problem,
> and does NOT solve the resource problem.
> Bio-fuel must be produced.
> If it is produced with corn (or sugar) the CO2 balance is
> worse than diesel per Kwh, the overall energy efficiency
> range is -10% (!) up to +20%. A bad deal, which cannot be a
> solution! Politicians only believe this.
>
> http://www.empa.ch/plugin/template/empa/3/60112/---/l=1
>
> Christoph
> Switzerland
> KF IV/1050
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| Subject: | Kitfox/Railroad Container Question |
FYI,
The company I bought my container from welds a metal box at the
locking place. The result is bolt cutters wont reach the lock. To
open the lock one has to get the feel for one of those round locks.
The bad guy has to have a cutting torch to get the door open. Its
probably easier to use a metal saw and just cut the side open.
Conclusion, very secure.
I noticed that one has to pick the correct container because some
have a smaller door openings than others. My measurements (92") was
the door openings.
Paul
=================
At 05:54 AM 10/15/2007, you wrote:
>
>The idea of using a container for storage is a good one. Most of them are
>reasonably well sealed and if needed can be lined with plywood. I checked
>around for a price on a well used model and the cost was prohibitive.
>
>As for secure, my grand father used to say that a lock is only to tell an
>honest man there's nobody home. Any one wanting to get into a container can
>get in fast with a set of bolt cutters or at most a portable oxy fuel torch.
>
>The up side is you would have a great natural wall for a mural and the top
>could be converted to a nice sun deck ;-)
>
>Noel
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rexinator
> > Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 12:19 AM
> > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Kitfox/Railroad Container Question
> >
> >
> >
> > I had looked at an ocean shipping container (which I think may be the
> > same thing) and, if I remember correctly, determined that the
> > measurements are the exterior size. That means the interior measured
> > less than 7' 10" which is the width of my Model 2 folded and
> > it would be
> > just about impossible to slip the airplane into one with the
> > wings on.
> > Have you measured the doorway and interior of this container? Having
> > stored my M2 in an old single car garage with one wing
> > removed because
> > the doorway way only 7" 10" it was still a careful exercise
> > to move it
> > in and out as the tail is almost that wide.
> > I agree they are very good quality and secure ( unless a thief has
> > access to a semi tractor and container transport rig).
> >
> > --
> > Rex Hefferan
> > SE Colorado / K-II / 582-C / still waiting repairs
> >
> >
> > Pete Christensen wrote:
> >
> > > <apeterchristensen@sbcglobal.net>
> > >
> > > Does anyone know if a 40'X8'X8' railroad container could be
> > used as a
> > > hanger for a folded wing Kitfox? Cheap storage if it would.
> > >
> > > Pete
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 |
thanks for the reply....still need more info....where could I download an install
pdf file .....???
more pixs of the cockpit installation please....have the bullwheel....
Larry
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| Subject: | Re: kee west voltage regulator? |
Malcolm, I use the Key west regulator.
No problems at all.
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Thanks to all who imputed. My inserts are already installed, so sliding a aerasol
can up in down is out. Have cosidered Aldine but have read several reports
and don't know on how long I should let it set and the ratio to delute. And yes
I have heard about using tennis balls on the ends. Use them now to keep out
wasps. Leon Morris/Classic 4 Sptr/60%/ Flower Mound,TX
---- john oakley <john@leptron.com> wrote:
>
> Leon,
> I was a nut for corrosion protection on my build, but, I did fall down when
> it came to the spars. I had no problem tapping off the area that was going
> to have ribs or false ribs on the outside and painting, but when it came to
> the inside I could never figure out how to protect them more than the Aldine
> could without building up too much primer in it. I was worried about not
> getting the inserts in properly after and if I waited for the inserts to be
> in it would leave buildup around the inserts and rivets. 9 years later and
> still looking great inside.
> Just food for thought.
>
> John Oakley
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> l.morris@tx.rr.com
> Sent: Sunday, October 14, 2007 6:19 PM
> To: Kitfox
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Spar Sloshing
>
>
> Getting ready to slosh my spar tubes on my Classic 4 Sptr with epoxy primer
> and I'm trying to find out how much I need to mix up for one wing or one
> spar from someone who has done this. Don't want to mix too much or too
> little. Leon Morris/Classic 4 Sptr/60%/Thinking Jabiru/ Flower Mound,TX
>
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| Subject: | Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 |
will send you some pics I have
Gary Walsh
KF IV Anphib 912S
C-GOOT
www.decisionlabs.com/kitfox
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| Subject: | Re: Fuel tanks and TCP |
I have read that the new ethanol plants are given a waiver as they do not
meet the maximum amount allowed by law.
DwightPurdy
Model ll
Marion IN
At 10:25 PM 10/13/2007 -0230, you wrote:
>
>
>The lobbyists for ethanol are not willing to mention the amount of CO2 given
>off when the corn is fermented.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Spar Sloshing |
Leon
You dont put the can up the spar. The can stays outside and the paint goes
up the tube. Although it is 12 feet from the can to the spray nozzle the
tube holds very little paint and the spray nozzle on the end of the tube
works just as well as if it were still on the can. Slide the tube up both
sides of the inserts, spraying as you pull it back out. Works perfectly.
Brian
>
> Thanks to all who imputed. My inserts are already installed, so sliding a
aerasol can up in down is out. Have cosidered Aldine but have read several
reports and don't know on how long I should let it set and the ratio to
delute. And yes I have heard about using tennis balls on the ends. Use them
now to keep out wasps. Leon Morris/Classic 4 Sptr/60%/ Flower Mound,TX
>
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Fellow Fox flyers,
I have a brand new, fully assembled, never run, 2276
Great Plains VW with a 1:6/1 reduction drive that I am
looking to sell.
I had intended it to power my Kitfox S7. My initial
intention was to install the VW because of its low
cost, weight, and ease of maintenance. This decision
was made when I was forced to let my medical lapse and
pursue sport pilot flying. My Fox is about 95%
complete and the is engine installed. Due to the fact
that I am now able to obtain a valid medical, I am now
going to install a larger (and heavier) engine to meet
the aircraft's 1550# gross weight capacity. I have
listed the particulars of the engine below. The total
cost of this engine if purchased from Great Plains is
over $6800 (plus $850 for assembly and crating).
If interested please e-mail me off list and I will
send you pictures of the engine and accessories.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions. 920
379-6668. Thanks.
Aluminum engine case
Valley engineering 1:6/1 Reduction drive
Heavy duty cast iron oil pump
Compufire DIS-IX distributorless ignition system with
the Bosch 009 dist.
Total Seal Gapless 2nd Ring Set
Unision Slick ignition harness
Lycoming bushings
Starter
Brand new Unison Slick Magneto 4316
Oil filter adapter EMPI 00-9244-0
Curtis drain valve gascolator
Diehl Acessory case. Starter in the 12 o'clock
position
Premium head upgrade
Oil temp, pressure sending units
Downdraft intake manifold
Bolt on aluminum valve covers
Engine mount for the S5/S7
Negotiable items include:
Aerovee carburetor (s-flange) ACV-CO4 35 mm with
Aerovee Filter
All stainless hoses currently on engine
Gary Olson
Kitfox Series 7
2276 VW redrive
Oshkosh, WI.
Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell.
http://searchmarketing.yahoo.com/
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| Subject: | Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 |
Thanks...those pixs really helped....couldn't figure out where those cable brackets
went till now...this is a neat setup....everything is inside the struts and
floats....WOW
do not archive
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No flight is too short!!!!
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| Subject: | Re: kee west voltage regulator? |
Me too Mal. I recommend it.
Malcolm, I use the Key west regulator.
No problems at all.
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Rotax Dealer, Ontario Canada
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Marco Menezes
Model 2 582 N99KX
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| Subject: | Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 |
Larry here is another pic for you
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Rotax Dealer, Ontario Canada
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| Subject: | More starting problems |
Now that I've solved my cold starting problems with my 912UL, I've discovered another
annoying issue. It doesn't want to start warm. That is, if I shut the engine
down after a flight, it starts right up if I crank within a couple of minutes.
If I let it cool down more then that, then it won't start until I let it
cool down all the way (takes a couple of hours). It's not a situation that I
find myself very often but it bit me on two recent cross country flights where
I loitered too much during a fuel stop. When it happens, I can crank the battery
dry and it won't get a single pop from the ignition regardless of throttle
or choke position (the only two inputs I have). Any ideas?
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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox/Railroad Container Question |
I was thinking about a shipping container awhile back and determined that it wouldn't
be wide enough. Here's another thought. You could get a junked 10' wide
mobile home very cheap on wheels and cut it down to trailer size or just cut
the frame down and build your own walls anyway you want. Leave enough room inside
to store odds & ends with the plane. Steel up any windows and make it look
like a trailer (not a mobile home) to avoid any complaints from neighbors/county
etc. It might not be as secure as a container but if they're determined enough
they'll get into anything. Anyway this might beat having to go through the
building dept. & all to build another garage.
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Scott Denniston
K-7/ no power yet
65% or so complete
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| Subject: | Re: kee west voltage regulator? |
Yes,
I had one to explode on my Kitfox II. The company
had a problem sometime back (Wasn't vented). They fix the
problem and sent me a replacement.
GLENN HORNE
Kitfox Model II
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Sent: Sunday, October 14, 2007 10:09 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: kee west voltage regulator?
any body had a bad experiences with the kee west regulator ? malcolm
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| Subject: | More starting problems |
Sounds like heat soak vapor lock.
Rick
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From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of wingnut
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 6:31 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: More starting problems
Now that I've solved my cold starting problems with my 912UL, I've
discovered another annoying issue. It doesn't want to start warm. That
is, if I shut the engine down after a flight, it starts right up if I
crank within a couple of minutes. If I let it cool down more then that,
then it won't start until I let it cool down all the way (takes a couple
of hours). It's not a situation that I find myself very often but it bit
me on two recent cross country flights where I loitered too much during
a fuel stop. When it happens, I can crank the battery dry and it won't
get a single pop from the ignition regardless of throttle or choke
position (the only two inputs I have). Any ideas?
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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)
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| Subject: | Re: Help-Adding Aerocet 1100 floats to Kitfox IV-1200 |
A few more...
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| Subject: | Re: More starting problems |
OK. Why does it happen? How do I fix it?
> Sounds like heat soak vapor lock.
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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)
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| Subject: | Re: More starting problems |
I agree to the heat soak problem. When my fox started doing that I did two
things, one I opened the oil access door any time I landed knowing I was
going to leave. 2 I installed an electric fuel "primer" pump under my seat.
I have had no problems with it since.
John Oakley
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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of wingnut
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 10:08 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: More starting problems
OK. Why does it happen? How do I fix it?
> Sounds like heat soak vapor lock.
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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)
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I have this crazy dream to hook up with say 10 other kitfoxers who have the same
dream and make it a reality. 10 guys who are able to devote say 50K each to
purchase the perfect piece of America for an airpark. Rural, but not dead. Beautiful,
uncrowded, with a river closeby (for floats/amphibs). No snobs, silly
CCR's, etc. Camp if you like. Live in a box. No one's business. Only about the
planes and the flying. Montana or northern Idaho. Be gentle now...after all,
it's my dream... Is there anyone else interested in pooling resources? 10 guys
could make it work. John Sandt, Ridgecrest, CA
Series 7 / Corvair / BRS / Tri-gear / 70% done - 97% left
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