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1. 02:15 AM - Re: need King Fox rims (Steve Shinabery)
2. 05:06 AM - Re: Boot Cowl to Firewall Seal? (dwparker)
3. 05:06 AM - Re: First video attempt (kitfoxjunky)
4. 06:38 AM - Re: need King Fox rims (Jim_and_Lucy Chuk)
5. 07:50 AM - flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating (akflyer)
6. 08:39 AM - Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating (wingnut)
7. 09:32 AM - Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating (Marco Menezes)
8. 10:01 AM - 912S oil pressure (Lyle Persels)
9. 10:32 AM - Re: airpark lot (Pete Christensen)
10. 11:04 AM - Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating (darinh)
11. 11:45 AM - Re: First video attempt (Kevin Cozik)
12. 01:31 PM - Re: Re: Accelerated stalls (Dennis Golden)
13. 01:52 PM - Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating (Jose M. Toro)
14. 04:02 PM - Re: need King Fox rims (Steve Shinabery)
15. 04:19 PM - Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating (GONER752@aol.com)
16. 07:02 PM - Re: Trailering Kitfox WAS: King Fox rims (Rexinator)
17. 08:16 PM - Electronic Rudder Trim (CDE2fly@aol.com)
18. 08:19 PM - Re: First video attempt (Noel Loveys)
19. 08:49 PM - Re: 912S oil pressure (Noel Loveys)
20. 09:46 PM - Re: 912S oil pressure (84KF)
21. 09:49 PM - Kitfox 6-7 Czech amphib pics (Kevin Cozik)
22. 10:01 PM - Re: 912S oil pressure (84KF)
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| Subject: | Re: need King Fox rims |
Thanks there is alot of good ideas here too.this all helps me..Steve
Shinabery N554KF KF2
Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote:
> I have a remodeled boat trailer for my Avid Flyers. I didn't build
> it, it came with the Avid B. Jim Chuk, Avid B 582, Avid Mk IV
> Jabiru, Chisholm Mn
>
> > Date: Thu, 1 Nov 2007 18:38:38 -0400
> > From: shinco@bright.net
> > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims
> >
> >
> > Hi Noel.thanks for the info on trailer.I have a boat trailer that I
> plan
> > on hauling my plane on backwards.it is a 3500 load I am going to extend
> > it by app 3ft. ,, drop where the KF2 will sit. and now I have to widen
> > the outer frame rails to app 75' so the KF will have room.all so it too
> > will have a hand winch.and incline channel to bring tail up level on
> > front of trailer.so less stress on wings and tail.when going down the
> > road.all so will take some leafs out of axle to make soffer ride for
> > KF.trailer will all so have a tool box.off of a Pick up .what do U
> think
> > Noel?? will this work?? Thanks again Steve Shinabery N554KF KF2
> >
> > Noel Loveys wrote:
> > >
> > > If I were going to build a trailer to carry my plane, I have one
> now, I
> > > would make sure the trailer was at least a foot wider than the
> gear. This
> > > makes loading the trailer a lot easier ( 6' clearance per side)
> > >
> > > Just an idea.
> > >
> > > My trailer is a double Ski-Doo trailer which I extended the tow
> arm by about
> > > five feet using an insert. The insert carries a channel to allow
> the tail
> > > wheel to track in while loading and unloading. It also has a small
> hand
> > > winch to help haul the mains up on the platform.
> > >
> > > Two good side effects of the extension are the trailer tracks a
> lot better
> > > on the highway and backing up is a lot easier. This trailer is
> rated for
> > > something in the order of 2500Lb so I can actually carry planes a
> bit larger
> > > than my own.
> > >
> > > Noel
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >> -----Original Message-----
> > >> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> > >> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> > >> Lynn Matteson
> > >> Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2007 8:05 AM
> > >> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > >> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims
> > >>
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> Steve-
> > >> Make sure that when you get those figures you're looking for
> > >> that you
> > >> allow for the weight of the engine when you build your trailer, and
> > >> also the width of a Grove gear, if you should ever go that way. When
> > >> I built my trailer, it was while waiting for the engine to arrive,
> > >> and (stupid me) didn't allow for enough width when I designed the
> > >> wheel ramps and pockets. The finished plane fits my trailer,
> > >> but JUST
> > >> fits it.
> > >> Also, when I built mine, I allowed for more room inwardly, so
> > >> I could
> > >> use it for smaller planes, and thought I made it wide enough for
> > >> slightly larger tread width, but not enough.
> > >>
> > >> Lynn Matteson
> > >> Grass Lake, Michigan
> > >> Kitfox IV Speedster w/Jabiru 2200
> > >> flying w/420+ hrs
> > >>
> > >> On Oct 31, 2007, at 6:02 PM, Steve Shinabery wrote:
> > >>
> > >>
> > >>>
> > >> <shinco@bright.net>
> > >>
> > >>> Thank You Kevin 4 the info on rims..all so I have a KF2,, how wide
> > >>> is the King Fox tires.,if they are on the plane..how wide
> > >>>
> > >> are they??
> > >>
> > >>> I am building a trailer and I need to know befor I start to build
> > >>> it.I need to know if it will fit my trailer.I need to know
> > >>>
> > >> from out
> > >>
> > >>> side of tire to the orther out side of the orther tire.how wide
> > >>> does the KF sit on the king fox tires??? thanks Steve shinabery
> > >>> N554KF KF2
> > >>>
> > >>
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| Subject: | Re: Boot Cowl to Firewall Seal? |
I used "Fiberfax" insulation. You can buy it from Aircraft Spruce (part number
05-02678). I attached it with red high temp RTV. It is very thin so I was able
to put it on after I drilled the mounting holes. It is good for 2300 degrees
so the boot cowl will go long before this seal.
Dana Parker
Series 7 waiting for FAA approval
N474DP
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| Subject: | Re: First video attempt |
With a 914, your plane is somewhat unique. One thing about my Aerocets
1100's is that the plane feels under floated. Others have made the same
comment. That is probably why there is so much interest on the forum in
your setup. We are always looking at alternatives.
Gary Walsh
KF IV Anphib 912S
C-GOOT
www.decisionlabs.com/kitfox
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| Subject: | need King Fox rims |
I didn't realize the pics would be so small, but I think there is a way to
expand them. I meant to mention about how the tailwheel is held in place.
There are two hinges welded on on each side of the channel/ramp with staps
welded to them. When you flip them up, you can run a bolt through the str
aps and one of the cross tubes in the fusaloge. This supports the tail so
it is not bounceing on the tailwheel spring and ofcourse holds the tail to
the trailer. I'm not sure if the Kitfoxes have them, but Avid had two cros
stubes in the tailend of the fusaloge that you could hook a hitch to and to
w the plane on its own wheels. Jim Chuk Avids, B, MK IV, Minn> Date: Fri
, 2 Nov 2007 05:15:24 -0400> From: shinco@bright.net> To: kitfox-list@matro
nics.com> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims> > --> Kitfox-List m
essage posted by: Steve Shinabery <shinco@bright.net>> > Thanks there is al
ot of good ideas here too.this all helps me..Steve > Shinabery N554KF KF2>
> Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote:> > I have a remodeled boat trailer for my Avid F
lyers. I didn't build > > it, it came with the Avid B. Jim Chuk, Avid B 582
, Avid Mk IV > > Jabiru, Chisholm Mn> >> > > Date: Thu, 1 Nov 2007 18:38:38
-0400> > > From: shinco@bright.net> > > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com> > >
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims> > >> > > --> Kitfox-List mes
sage posted by: Steve Shinabery <shinco@bright.net>> > >> > > Hi Noel.thank
s for the info on trailer.I have a boat trailer that I > > plan> > > on hau
ling my plane on backwards.it is a 3500 load I am going to extend> > > it b
y app 3ft. ,, drop where the KF2 will sit. and now I have to widen> > > the
outer frame rails to app 75' so the KF will have room.all so it too> > > w
ill have a hand winch.and incline channel to bring tail up level on> > > fr
ont of trailer.so less stress on wings and tail.when going down the> > > ro
ad.all so will take some leafs out of axle to make soffer ride for> > > KF.
trailer will all so have a tool box.off of a Pick up .what do U > > think>
> > Noel?? will this work?? Thanks again Steve Shinabery N554KF KF2> > >> >
s' <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>> > > >> > > > If I were going to build a trailer t
o carry my plane, I have one > > now, I> > > > would make sure the trailer
was at least a foot wider than the > > gear. This> > > > makes loading the
trailer a lot easier ( 6' clearance per side)> > > >> > > > Just an idea.>
> > >> > > > My trailer is a double Ski-Doo trailer which I extended the to
w > > arm by about> > > > five feet using an insert. The insert carries a c
hannel to allow > > the tail> > > > wheel to track in while loading and unl
oading. It also has a small > > hand> > > > winch to help haul the mains up
on the platform.> > > >> > > > Two good side effects of the extension are
the trailer tracks a > > lot better> > > > on the highway and backing up is
a lot easier. This trailer is > > rated for> > > > something in the order
of 2500Lb so I can actually carry planes a > > bit larger> > > > than my ow
n.> > > >> > > > Noel> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> -----Original Mes
sage-----> > > >> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com> > > >> [mai
lto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of> > > >> Lynn Matte
son> > > >> Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2007 8:05 AM> > > >> To: kitfox-li
st@matronics.com> > > >> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims> > >
tt@jps.net>> > > >>> > > >> Steve-> > > >> Make sure that when you get thos
e figures you're looking for> > > >> that you> > > >> allow for the weight
of the engine when you build your trailer, and> > > >> also the width of a
Grove gear, if you should ever go that way. When> > > >> I built my trailer
, it was while waiting for the engine to arrive,> > > >> and (stupid me) di
dn't allow for enough width when I designed the> > > >> wheel ramps and poc
kets. The finished plane fits my trailer,> > > >> but JUST> > > >> fits it.
> > > >> Also, when I built mine, I allowed for more room inwardly, so> > >
>> I could> > > >> use it for smaller planes, and thought I made it wide e
nough for> > > >> slightly larger tread width, but not enough.> > > >>> > >
>> Lynn Matteson> > > >> Grass Lake, Michigan> > > >> Kitfox IV Speedster
w/Jabiru 2200> > > >> flying w/420+ hrs> > > >>> > > >> On Oct 31, 2007, at
6:02 PM, Steve Shinabery wrote:> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> --> Kitfox-List m
essage posted by: Steve Shinabery> > > >>>> > > >> <shinco@bright.net>> > >
>>> > > >>> Thank You Kevin 4 the info on rims..all so I have a KF2,, how
wide> > > >>> is the King Fox tires.,if they are on the plane..how wide> >
> >>>> > > >> are they??> > > >>> > > >>> I am building a trailer and I nee
d to know befor I start to build> > > >>> it.I need to know if it will fit
my trailer.I need to know> > > >>>> > > >> from out> > > >>> > > >>> side o
f tire to the orther out side of the orther tire.how wide> > > >>> does the
KF sit on the king fox tires??? thanks Steve shinabery> > > >>> N554KF KF2
> > > >>>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >> >
> >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > >> > >> > >> >> >
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| Subject: | flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating |
In light of the recent discussions about proper spin training etc, I thought it
prudent to post this story....
My ex-wife started taking flying lessons about the time our divorce started and
she got her license shortly before our divorce was final, later that same year.
Yesterday afternoon, she narrowly escaped injury in the aircraft she was piloting
when she was forced to make an emergency landing in Southern Tennessee because
of bad weather. Thank God our kids were with me at the Beach House this weekend.
The NTSB issued a preliminary report, citing pilot error: Judy was flying a single
engine aircraft in IFR (instrument flight rules) conditions while only having
obtained a VFR (visual flight rules) rating.
The absence of a post-crash fire was likely due to insufficient fuel on board.
No one on the ground was injured.
Photographs below were taken at the scene show the extent of damage to her aircraft.
She was very lucky.
--------
Leonard Perry
Soldotna AK
Avid "C" / Mk IV
582 IVO IFA
Full Lotus 1260
95% complete
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| Subject: | Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating |
That was the funniest thing I've read in a while. I'm going to forward that one
to my non flying friends.
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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)
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| Subject: | Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating |
What a waste. Such a beautiful machine. ;-)
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akflyer <akflyer_2000@yahoo.com> wrote:
In light of the recent discussions about proper spin training etc, I thought it
prudent to post this story....
My ex-wife started taking flying lessons about the time our divorce started and
she got her license shortly before our divorce was final, later that same year.
Yesterday afternoon, she narrowly escaped injury in the aircraft she was piloting
when she was forced to make an emergency landing in Southern Tennessee because
of bad weather. Thank God our kids were with me at the Beach House this weekend.
The NTSB issued a preliminary report, citing pilot error: Judy was flying a single
engine aircraft in IFR (instrument flight rules) conditions while only having
obtained a VFR (visual flight rules) rating.
The absence of a post-crash fire was likely due to insufficient fuel on board.
No one on the ground was injured.
Photographs below were taken at the scene show the extent of damage to her aircraft.
She was very lucky.
--------
Leonard Perry
Soldotna AK
Avid "C" / Mk IV
582 IVO IFA
Full Lotus 1260
95% complete
Read this topic online here:
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Marco Menezes
Model 2 582 N99KX
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| Subject: | 912S oil pressure |
The oil pressure indication on my new (less than 50 hours) 912S has
begun to fall and has become quite erratic. It seems normal on start
(60-70 psi), drops as it warms up to well below normal (25-35 psi) in
flight, but will move back toward normal after landing. I'm quite
certain the problem is not with the oil pressure itself, but with the
indicator system. I've checked the wiring and it appears to be fine.
I don't know whether I could locate a direct reading gauge that would
fit into the oil pressure sensor fitting hole, so it looks like I'm
faced with replacing components.
Have any 912 users had oil pressure sender failures? I'm inclined to
just install a new gauge and see if that cures the problem.
I'd appreciate thoughts and suggestions as to causes and cures.
Thanks,
Lyle Persels
Model IV 912S
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But where are you going to park your plane?
----- Original Message -----
From: Don & Dianne Usher
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2007 6:04 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: airpark lot
Airpark lot for sale. Half acre beautifly treed lot on lake Palestine
in East Texas. Liked the area so much we bought a home on the lake near
the airpark. See www.aero estates airpark. $29,000. For more info Phone
250-223-8383
Don
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| Subject: | Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating |
That is really weird, I saw the same image last week but the story was related
to Hillary Clinton...
--------
Darin Hawkes
Series 7 (under Construction)
914 Turbo
Ogden, Utah
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| Subject: | Re: First video attempt |
I'll be happy to answer any questions I can. If you go to the
sportflight.com site, you can see my previous kitfox on aerocets
amphibs. I believe Paul S. listed it under misc. It is a model IV with
a 912. White with red and silver stripes. It now lives in North
Dakota.
Kevin Cozik
Series 6-7
Turbo 914
Czech amphib floats
Lansing MI
----- Original Message -----
From: kitfoxjunky
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 8:04 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: First video attempt
With a 914, your plane is somewhat unique. One thing about my
Aerocets 1100's is that the plane feels under floated. Others have made
the same comment. That is probably why there is so much interest on the
forum in your setup. We are always looking at alternatives.
Gary Walsh
KF IV Anphib 912S
C-GOOT
www.decisionlabs.com/kitfox
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| Subject: | Re: Accelerated stalls |
Rueb, Duane wrote:
>
> List:
>
> I will put my two cents worth in on this one, since I do
> distinctly remember what my late instructor, one James Hackney, had to
> say on the subject in the mid 1970's, when I was studying with him for
> advanced ratings under the G.I. bill.
> He explained that an accelerated stall was produced by curving
> the path of the wing, which then produced load factors greater than one.
> Notice that nothing is said about the bank angle in this, and, indeed
> doesn't need to be. (The reference load factor of one, being generated
> by flying straight and level in calm air.) At first my engineering self
> wanted this to be too simple an explanation, and I was searching for the
> flaw in this simple explanation, but I still after all these years
> cannot find any fault with Jim's brilliantly simple and therefore
> elegant explanation.
> If anyone out there can see a problem with this, please tell us
> all.
>
After I left the service, I was training at a Part 141 school. They
taught accelerated stalls by stalling right after recovering from a
departure stall. This was in a Cherokee 140 and was quite dramatic.
Dennis
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Dennis Golden
Golden Consulting Services, Inc.
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| Subject: | Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating |
I can't believe she survived. Sorry about the aircraft...:-(
----- Original Message ----
From: akflyer <akflyer_2000@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, November 2, 2007 10:49:37 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating
In light of the recent discussions about proper spin training etc, I thought it
prudent to post this story....
My ex-wife started taking flying lessons about the time our divorce started and
she got her license shortly before our divorce was final, later that same year.
Yesterday afternoon, she narrowly escaped injury in the aircraft she was piloting
when she was forced to make an emergency landing in Southern Tennessee because
of bad weather. Thank God our kids were with me at the Beach House this weekend.
The NTSB issued a preliminary report, citing pilot error: Judy was flying a single
engine aircraft in IFR (instrument flight rules) conditions while only having
obtained a VFR (visual flight rules) rating.
The absence of a post-crash fire was likely due to insufficient fuel on board.
No one on the ground was injured.
Photographs below were taken at the scene show the extent of damage to her aircraft.
She was very lucky.
--------
Leonard Perry
Soldotna AK
Avid "C" / Mk IV
582 IVO IFA
Full Lotus 1260
95% complete
Read this topic online here:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=143367#143367
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| Subject: | Re: need King Fox rims |
Hi Jim Thanks 4 the info.and yes my Kitfox all so has the cross over
tubes.and I will use your idea on my trailer allso.I thought about this
too but did not know how to do it..And now I do.this will help me out
greatly..Thanks Steve Shinabery N554KF KF2
Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote:
> I didn't realize the pics would be so small, but I think there is a
> way to expand them. I meant to mention about how the tailwheel is
> held in place. There are two hinges welded on on each side of the
> channel/ramp with staps welded to them. When you flip them up, you
> can run a bolt through the straps and one of the cross tubes in the
> fusaloge. This supports the tail so it is not bounceing on the
> tailwheel spring and ofcourse holds the tail to the trailer. I'm not
> sure if the Kitfoxes have them, but Avid had two crosstubes in the
> tailend of the fusaloge that you could hook a hitch to and tow the
> plane on its own wheels. Jim Chuk Avids, B, MK IV, Minn
>
> > Date: Fri, 2 Nov 2007 05:15:24 -0400
> > From: shinco@bright.net
> > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims
> >
> >
> > Thanks there is alot of good ideas here too.this all helps me..Steve
> > Shinabery N554KF KF2
> >
> > Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote:
> > > I have a remodeled boat trailer for my Avid Flyers. I didn't build
> > > it, it came with the Avid B. Jim Chuk, Avid B 582, Avid Mk IV
> > > Jabiru, Chisholm Mn
> > >
> > > > Date: Thu, 1 Nov 2007 18:38:38 -0400
> > > > From: shinco@bright.net
> > > > To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > > > Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims
> > > >
> <shinco@bright.net>
> > > >
> > > > Hi Noel.thanks for the info on trailer.I have a boat trailer that I
> > > plan
> > > > on hauling my plane on backwards.it is a 3500 load I am going to
> extend
> > > > it by app 3ft. ,, drop where the KF2 will sit. and now I have to
> widen
> > > > the outer frame rails to app 75' so the KF will have room.all so
> it too
> > > > will have a hand winch.and incline channel to bring tail up level on
> > > > front of trailer.so less stress on wings and tail.when going
> down the
> > > > road.all so will take some leafs out of axle to make soffer ride for
> > > > KF.trailer will all so have a tool box.off of a Pick up .what do U
> > > think
> > > > Noel?? will this work?? Thanks again Steve Shinabery N554KF KF2
> > > >
> > > > Noel Loveys wrote:
> <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
> > > > >
> > > > > If I were going to build a trailer to carry my plane, I have one
> > > now, I
> > > > > would make sure the trailer was at least a foot wider than the
> > > gear. This
> > > > > makes loading the trailer a lot easier ( 6' clearance per side)
> > > > >
> > > > > Just an idea.
> > > > >
> > > > > My trailer is a double Ski-Doo trailer which I extended the tow
> > > arm by about
> > > > > five feet using an insert. The insert carries a channel to allow
> > > the tail
> > > > > wheel to track in while loading and unloading. It also has a
> small
> > > hand
> > > > > winch to help haul the mains up on the platform.
> > > > >
> > > > > Two good side effects of the extension are the trailer tracks a
> > > lot better
> > > > > on the highway and backing up is a lot easier. This trailer is
> > > rated for
> > > > > something in the order of 2500Lb so I can actually carry planes a
> > > bit larger
> > > > > than my own.
> > > > >
> > > > > Noel
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >> -----Original Message-----
> > > > >> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> > > > >> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> > > > >> Lynn Matteson
> > > > >> Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2007 8:05 AM
> > > > >> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> > > > >> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: need King Fox rims
> > > > >>
> > > > >>
> <lynnmatt@jps.net>
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Steve-
> > > > >> Make sure that when you get those figures you're looking for
> > > > >> that you
> > > > >> allow for the weight of the engine when you build your
> trailer, and
> > > > >> also the width of a Grove gear, if you should ever go that
> way. When
> > > > >> I built my trailer, it was while waiting for the engine to
> arrive,
> > > > >> and (stupid me) didn't allow for enough width when I designed the
> > > > >> wheel ramps and pockets. The finished plane fits my trailer,
> > > > >> but JUST
> > > > >> fits it.
> > > > >> Also, when I built mine, I allowed for more room inwardly, so
> > > > >> I could
> > > > >> use it for smaller planes, and thought I made it wide enough for
> > > > >> slightly larger tread width, but not enough.
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Lynn Matteson
> > > > >> Grass Lake, Michigan
> > > > >> Kitfox IV Speedster w/Jabiru 2200
> > > > >> flying w/420+ hrs
> > > > >>
> > > > >> On Oct 31, 2007, at 6:02 PM, Steve Shinabery wrote:
> > > > >>
> > > > >>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >> <shinco@bright.net>
> > > > >>
> > > > >>> Thank You Kevin 4 the info on rims..all so I have a KF2,,
> how wide
> > > > >>> is the King Fox tires.,if they are on the plane..how wide
> > > > >>>
> > > > >> are they??
> > > > >>
> > > > >>> I am building a trailer and I need to know befor I start to
> build
> > > > >>> it.I need to know if it will fit my trailer.I need to know
> > > > >>>
> > > > >> from out
> > > > >>
> > > > >>> side of tire to the orther out side of the orther tire.how wide
> > > > >>> does the KF sit on the king fox tires??? thanks Steve shinabery
> > > > >>> N554KF KF2
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| Subject: | Re: flying hard IFR with only a VFR rating |
Very good. Ya got me..And I got a good laugh. Thanks.
Greg G.
Macedon, N.Y.
23NK
n375KL
Mod 2
582
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| Subject: | Re: Trailering Kitfox WAS: King Fox rims |
Hi Jim,
I have thought about using the cross tubes on my Model 2 and
considering how to also shock mount the tail mount fixture I would
create. I'm thinking of adapting my kitfox tow bar by sawing it off and
welding to convert the 2 parts kind of like a receiver hitch. It could
then be reassembled to still work as designed or broken down for easier
storage. I could then fabricate a trailer mount that would receive the
shortened modified tow bar which would secure the tail to the trailer.
I've thought about different methods I could make the trailer mount have
some shock absorbing capability, but have not settled on a design yet.
Any critique of this concept anyone?
Oh, about the gear width. The flat bed trailer I have was wide enough
for the bungie gear, but not the Grove gear. I had to modify the trailer
a little.
--
Rex Hefferan
SE Colorado / K-II / 582-C / still waiting repairs
Steve Shinabery wrote:
>
> Hi Jim Thanks 4 the info.and yes my Kitfox all so has the cross over
> tubes.and I will use your idea on my trailer allso.I thought about
> this too but did not know how to do it..And now I do.this will help me
> out greatly..Thanks Steve Shinabery N554KF KF2
>
> Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote:
>
>> I didn't realize the pics would be so small, but I think there is a
>> way to expand them. I meant to mention about how the tailwheel is
>> held in place. There are two hinges welded on on each side of the
>> channel/ramp with staps welded to them. When you flip them up, you
>> can run a bolt through the straps and one of the cross tubes in the
>> fusaloge. This supports the tail so it is not bounceing on the
>> tailwheel spring and ofcourse holds the tail to the trailer. I'm not
>> sure if the Kitfoxes have them, but Avid had two crosstubes in the
>> tailend of the fusaloge that you could hook a hitch to and tow the
>> plane on its own wheels. Jim Chuk Avids, B, MK IV, Minn
>
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| Subject: | Electronic Rudder Trim |
I'm nearing the completion of a Model 7 and considering the installation of
an electric rudder trim tab. I've got the intercoastals in the fin and it
looks like the RAC system servo would fit inside the fin if mounted as far
forward as possible. From the servo, I would run a small pushrod to a hinged
trim tab attached to the back of the fin.
The only concern I have is the possibility that I would increase the
possibility of fin flutter by adding some additional weight behind the rudder/fin
hinge line. The servo itself weighs 4 oz. plus another couple of ounces for
the mounting hardware (although it would be mounted close to the hinge line)
and I suspect the trim tab would weigh a couple of ounces.
My feeling is that this would not be enough weight to be concerned
with...any thoughts?
Thanks,
Chris
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| Subject: | First video attempt |
Gary did you notice how high his plane seemed to float empty? The sterns of
the floats were completely out of the water. Looks like a lot more
floatation than the Aerocets
Noel
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of kitfoxjunky
Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 9:35 AM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: First video attempt
With a 914, your plane is somewhat unique. One thing about my Aerocets
1100's is that the plane feels under floated. Others have made the same
comment. That is probably why there is so much interest on the forum in
your setup. We are always looking at alternatives.
Gary Walsh
KF IV Anphib 912S
C-GOOT
www.decisionlabs.com/kitfox
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| Subject: | 912S oil pressure |
90% of instrument problems stem through poor grounds. Check the grounding
of your temp gauge. I doubt you will find any problem there.
The fact that the temperature warms up on landing when the airflow through
the oil cooler drops makes me think there is something in your oil
circulation system that is not right. If you had a Lyc or Conti I'd tell
you to check your vernatherm (thermostat for oil).
This can also be caused by the onset of cooler weather. Try covering part
of your oil cooler with cardboard held in place by the handy man's secret
weapon ( duct tape ) Only kidding about the duct tape not the part about
covering part of the oil cooler.
Noel
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
> Lyle Persels
> Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 2:29 PM
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Kitfox-List: 912S oil pressure
>
>
>
> The oil pressure indication on my new (less than 50 hours) 912S has
> begun to fall and has become quite erratic. It seems normal on start
> (60-70 psi), drops as it warms up to well below normal (25-35
> psi) in
> flight, but will move back toward normal after landing. I'm quite
> certain the problem is not with the oil pressure itself, but
> with the
> indicator system. I've checked the wiring and it appears to be fine.
> I don't know whether I could locate a direct reading gauge
> that would
> fit into the oil pressure sensor fitting hole, so it looks like I'm
> faced with replacing components.
>
> Have any 912 users had oil pressure sender failures? I'm inclined to
> just install a new gauge and see if that cures the problem.
>
> I'd appreciate thoughts and suggestions as to causes and cures.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Lyle Persels
> Model IV 912S
>
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| Subject: | Re: 912S oil pressure |
What Noel says..., or...
If you have a bit of debris in the oil pressure regulator it will
cease to control pressure and actual pressure will be a result of oil
viscosity....hot oil, low pressure, cold oil, higher pressure.
Oil pressure is controlled by a small check ball and spring combo. If
something is not allowing the ball to seat properly regulated pressure
will not be allowed to build up and open the spring\ball
It's simple to remove and inspect, just go slow when removing and
don't loose the ball, which will be sitting on the top of the spring
as you lower the assembly.
At the bottom of the page on this link you will find the components
mentioned, #2 thru #5
http://www.lightsportaircraft.ca/912rotax-parts/oilpump_parts.html
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| Subject: | Kitfox 6-7 Czech amphib pics |
Just a couple more photos from today!
Kevin Cozik
Series 6-7
Turbo 914
Czech amphib floats
Lansing MI
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| Subject: | Re: 912S oil pressure |
"If something is not allowing the ball to seat properly regulated pressure
will not be allowed to build up and open the spring\ball"
Correction.... what I should have said is that the oil is bypassing
the regulation system.
My bad.
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