Kitfox-List Digest Archive

Sun 04/27/08


Total Messages Posted: 33



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     1. 05:30 AM - Re: Sport Pilot (LarryM)
     2. 06:21 AM - Elevator trim and Kingfox tires (Catz631@AOL.COM)
     3. 06:23 AM - Re: Sport Pilot (akflyer)
     4. 08:06 AM - Re: Sport Pilot (dave)
     5. 08:11 AM - Re: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires (paul wilson)
     6. 08:59 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Michel Verheughe)
     7. 09:27 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Sbennett3@aol.com)
     8. 09:30 AM - Re: Sport Pilot (LarryM)
     9. 09:37 AM - Re: Sport Pilot (akflyer)
    10. 10:09 AM - Re: Great Lakes Area kitfox Fly-In (jeff puls)
    11. 10:26 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Noel Loveys)
    12. 10:56 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Noel Loveys)
    13. 11:11 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Noel Loveys)
    14. 11:11 AM - Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200 (Jim_and_Lucy Chuk)
    15. 11:14 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Noel Loveys)
    16. 11:16 AM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (Michel Verheughe)
    17. 11:21 AM - Re: Sport Pilot (dave)
    18. 02:49 PM - Re: Re: Series 5 Light Sport (Guy Buchanan)
    19. 02:49 PM - Re: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200 (Guy Buchanan)
    20. 02:49 PM - Re: Re: Series 5 Light Sport (Guy Buchanan)
    21. 03:45 PM - Quick drain (Pete Christensen)
    22. 04:49 PM - 912ul for sale on Barnstormers (Pete Christensen)
    23. 05:33 PM - Re: Re: Series 5 Light Sport (Steve Benesh)
    24. 05:36 PM - Re: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires (dwight purdy)
    25. 05:50 PM - Re: Great Lakes Area kitfox Fly-In (steve shinabery)
    26. 05:59 PM - Re: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires (Sbennett3@aol.com)
    27. 06:02 PM - Re: Quick drain (RAY Gignac)
    28. 06:04 PM - Re: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200 (steve shinabery)
    29. 07:01 PM - Re: Sport Pilot (LarryM)
    30. 07:18 PM - Re: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200 (kirk hull)
    31. 07:40 PM - Re: Re: Sport Pilot (dpremgood@aim.com)
    32. 08:56 PM - Polyester Rib Reinforcement Tape (darinh)
    33. 09:05 PM - Re: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200 (Jim_and_Lucy Chuk)
 
 
 


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    Time: 05:30:22 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "LarryM" <CrownLJ@verizon.net>
    " has left the strip many times over gross. I also cant fly at night vfr under sport pilot rules, But I do it and i'm sure many do... Tell me some ramp check stories why I shouldnt bend the rules to fly by my own set of rules or standards." Steve that's call anarchy and you are dangerous! I do not want you flying in or near me and my sport. Heck, I'd hate to see you on the road - do you follow those rules or make your own?! I like driving on the left side of the road, I also don't stop at the red lights - it's stupid anyways - I've never been caught yet so why bother. I even drink when I drive - I have a nice bar in the truck. Why shouldn't I - I don't get caught. I usually don't use my lights at night either. Make it more difficult for the cops to see me. You get the point. For your sake, and that of the sport, and innocent, I hope that you can see the errors of your ways before the consequences of your action catch up. "I'm legal..." I'd like to hear how after what you just said that followed. larry Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179549#179549


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    Time: 06:21:18 AM PST US
    From: Catz631@AOL.COM
    Subject: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires
    Well, as I mentioned earlier, I am now reporting on my new elevator trim installation. In a word it is fantastic! It makes my Kitfox a new airplane! I have the classic version and it was really bugging me to hold back pressure throughout the landing phase. I have had a trim system in every aircraft I have owned except my Kitfox. I sent the elevator off to Lowell at _http://Highwingllc.com_ (http://Highwingllc.com) . He stripped the fabric and did the necessary modifications to the elevator,recovered,painted to silver and sent it back. Turnaround was about two weeks. He and Mark plan to have a modified elevator on hand so that you could send yours and he will return a completed modified elevator. I couldn't wait so he agreed to modify mine. I cannot explain in words how happy I am with this mod. The workmanship is great! I installed a "witches hat' trim on the stick and have a LED trim position indicator on the panel. Now just a "blip" or two on final will trim the aircraft hands off in pitch. Also, I no longer need to extend the flaps a little for cruise trim If anyone would like more info about my installation give me a call at 850-994-9527 (hanger) or 304-7371 (c) I also have completed the gap closure on my rudder and fin using foam and fabric. It looks much better. I went from a 2 inch gap to about 1/8 inch. As to the "Kingfox" tires (actually Nanchang 800) I am not sure if like them or not. I bounce along like a semi on my grass runway and tend to woller all over. I will have to give them some time I guess. They do look nice though (like a pair of doughnuts) I am still having problems with brake authority. The brakes will hold fine at runup but if you swing the tail, it is a bear getting it back straight using the brakes. The brakes are single Matcos. Maybe new brake calipers or a locking tailwheel will help. My tailwheel is the "standard' Maule Dick Maddux Fox 4-1200 Rotax 912UL Pensacola,Fl **************Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp00300000002851)


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    Time: 06:23:25 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "akflyer" <akflyer_2000@yahoo.com>
    you would never make it up here as a commercial bush pilot... if it will go inside the plane these guys will try to get it off the ground. have you ever driven you car over the speed limit? even on accident? ever done a California stop at a 4 way? Don't be to quick to judge or condemn. Just because a guy flys at night as a sport pilot doe not mean he is dangerous, it simply means he is operating outside his certification. He could have 25,000 hrs as a heavy driver with world wide experience, yet may have lost a medical so is now flying sport pilot... does not make him a bad guy just one that is tired of stupid rules. I bet if you looked up all the rules and laws of your state you would find that you are breaking more than you are following, but they are the stupid laws that no one pays attention to, they have just been on the books for 200 years and no longer really apply. -------- DO NOT ARCHIVE Leonard Perry Soldotna AK Avid &quot;C&quot; / Mk IV 582 IVO IFA Full Lotus 1260 95% complete Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179555#179555


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    Time: 08:06:23 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "dave" <dave@cfisher.com>
    > Tell me some ramp check stories why I shouldn't bend the rules to fly by my own set of rules or standards. 28 years here flying, Priv , commercial, multi , night, float IFR trained. Comments like yours shows your lack of training and respect for others. Pilots like you are not just stupid but dangerous to others. I am sure we will read about you one day. You are a ex-pilot or just a new LSA pilot that it flying out of your experience and/or league abusing your privilege. ?? -------- Rotax Dealer, Ontario Canada Flying Videos and Kitfox Info http://www.cfisher.com/ Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179568#179568


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    Time: 08:11:42 AM PST US
    From: paul wilson <pwmac@sisna.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires
    Spring rate is a function of tire pressure. Lower the pressure a few psi at a time until you like the ride. Proper break in helps with stopping power. Sand the pucks sand start over on break in. Lots of details on adjusting the break-away on the tail wheel in the archives. Paul ============ At 07:18 AM 4/27/2008, you wrote: >--snip-- > As to the "Kingfox" tires (actually Nanchang 800) I am not sure > if like them or not. I bounce along like a semi on my grass runway > and tend to woller all over. I will have to give them some time I > guess. They do look nice though (like a pair of doughnuts) > I am still having problems with brake authority. The brakes will > hold fine at runup but if you swing the tail, it is a bear getting > it back straight using the brakes. The brakes are single Matcos. > Maybe new brake calipers or a locking tailwheel will help. My > tailwheel is the "standard' Maule > Dick Maddux > Fox 4-1200 > Rotax 912UL > Pensacola,Fl > > >---------- >Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car >listings at <http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp00300000002851>AOL Autos. >


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    Time: 08:59:51 AM PST US
    From: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    > From: dave [dave@cfisher.com] > Comments like yours shows your lack of training and respect for others. Pilots like >you are not just stupid but dangerous to others. Excuse me to intervene in this thread that has nothing to do with me: The Sport Pilot license is not applicable in Norway but ... >From your beautiful videos, Dave, I have the impression that you are also taking the Kitfox to the edge of its envelope, aren't you? I would never dare to do half of what you do. Cheers, Michel Verheughe Norway Kitfox 3 - Jabiru 2200 Do not archive <pre><b><font size=2 color="#000000" face="courier new,courier"> </b></font></pre></body></html>


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    Time: 09:27:11 AM PST US
    From: Sbennett3@aol.com
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    Michel, Thanks for sticking up for me. I'm not reckless nor am I stupid. It's a stuffy group when all I was trying to accomplish is to hear stories of ramp checks. It only encourages me to not interact with the postings in the future if all the "better then thou" keyboard pilots want to do is attack people. Did I mention that I also don't wear my seatbelts, Fly low over high school football games, and occasionally drop waterballoons on cars on the interstate... Geez people. Steve Bennett 4-1200 classic speedwing 912 N109BB **************Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp00300000002851)


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    Time: 09:30:32 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "LarryM" <CrownLJ@verizon.net>
    Michel, What does flying an airplane to the edge of the envelope to which it was designed have to do with blatant disregard to the laws governing the privilege to do so? I'm lost as to the point that you are making. By Steve's own admission, he knowing breaks the law to fly by the rules as he sees fit. Dave and others are flying by the laws to the maximum performance of either the airplane or the pilot, or trying to do so. I don't see how the 2 are similar or even come up in the same thread. Steve asked us to comment on his thoughts of setting his own standard of law outside of the code of federal regulations. I would like to disagree with "Excuse me to intervene in this thread that has nothing to do with me" . As a fellow pilot and supporter of this sport, we owe it to help those who may be putting themselves, others, or the sport in jeopardy to see that. larry Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179591#179591


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    Time: 09:37:23 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "akflyer" <akflyer_2000@yahoo.com>
    [quote="Sbennett3(at)aol.com"]Michel, Thanks for sticking up for me. I'm not reckless nor am I stupid. It's a stuffy group when all I was trying to accomplish is to hear stories of ramp checks. It only encourages me to not interact with the postings in the future if all the "better then thou" keyboard pilots want to do is attack people. Did I mention that I also don't wear my seatbelts, Fly low over high school football games, and occasionally drop waterballoons on cars on the interstate... Geez people. Steve Bennett 4-1200 classic speedwing 912? N109BB > [b] Steve, I am thinking that you went on a fising trip and figured out what kind of bait they were bitting on today.. -------- DO NOT ARCHIVE Leonard Perry Soldotna AK Avid &quot;C&quot; / Mk IV 582 IVO IFA Full Lotus 1260 95% complete Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179593#179593


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    Time: 10:09:38 AM PST US
    From: "jeff puls" <pulsair@mindspring.com>
    Subject: Re: Great Lakes Area kitfox Fly-In
    Steve, I'm bringing my Kitfox, an Ercoupe, a Cessna 172 taildragger and a Colt. You better have some good weather for us!!!!!!!!!! Jeff Classic IV KTZR. ----- Original Message ----- From: "steve shinabery" <shinco@bright.net> Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 12:23 AM Subject: Kitfox-List: Great Lakes Area kitfox Fly-In > Lake Field Airport,[CQA],Celina Ohio,Welcomes all Kitfox and there > pilots,and GA aircraft,to the Great Lakes Area Kitfox Fly-In, Sunday > May 11th 2008,at 12:00pm noon,,west central OHIO,look for Grand Lake > St.Marys,the largest lake in Ohio,we are at the south west corner,you > can not miss us..Any Kitfox Pilot flying in there KF,there BBQ lunch > will be FREE..and after lunch we are having a BOMB Drop, and a SPOT > Landing contest..it will be a BLAST..bring tie downs..come out and see > your Kitfox family,and friends.for a fun day.Home Base to STEVE > SHINABERY N554KF KF2 little mighty 582 > >


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    Time: 10:26:37 AM PST US
    From: "Noel Loveys" <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    Anarchy, although accurate, is a bit strong isn't it??? Disregard may be closer. How many of us have ridden/ driven with four in the cab? How many of us took payment for a job and didn't report it in our income tax? How many of us parked in a handicap zone? Ever fracture a speed limit or pass on the right? Thousands get caught DWI every year how many get away? On a Friday or Saturday night you should weigh the possibilities of meeting a drunk whether you have been drinking or not. Taking off slightly overweight not a biggie. Flying after official darkness when licensed for day VFR in your country, where there is so much traffic, may be asking for it. Especially as the plane can be identified at a considerable distance and a simple flub on the radio could bring attention to you. Ramp checks are only one tool inspectors use. I have heard there are several hundred planes, some as large as twin otters, flying in this country, with no insurance and no licenses. If one goes down the pilot expects to be handed his ba**s on a platter (assuming he survives). The chances he will hurt anyone but himself are slim. Are they doing right??? No. Are they hurting anyone? Probably not. Could they hurt someone by accident? Definitely! Fly Safe and don't cut corners. Noel -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of LarryM Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 9:57 AM Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Sport Pilot " has left the strip many times over gross. I also cant fly at night vfr under sport pilot rules, But I do it and i'm sure many do... Tell me some ramp check stories why I shouldnt bend the rules to fly by my own set of rules or standards." Steve that's call anarchy and you are dangerous! I do not want you flying in or near me and my sport. Heck, I'd hate to see you on the road - do you follow those rules or make your own?! I like driving on the left side of the road, I also don't stop at the red lights - it's stupid anyways - I've never been caught yet so why bother. I even drink when I drive - I have a nice bar in the truck. Why shouldn't I - I don't get caught. I usually don't use my lights at night either. Make it more difficult for the cops to see me. You get the point. For your sake, and that of the sport, and innocent, I hope that you can see the errors of your ways before the consequences of your action catch up. "I'm legal..." I'd like to hear how after what you just said that followed. larry Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179549#179549


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    Time: 10:56:30 AM PST US
    From: "Noel Loveys" <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    In Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada it is illegal to smoke a cigar in an outhouse. Cigarettes and pipes are OK but no cigars. Now, if you are ever in Paradise all you have to do is find an outhouse and a cop to charge you. Good luck! Noel -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of akflyer Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 10:51 AM Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Sport Pilot you would never make it up here as a commercial bush pilot... if it will go inside the plane these guys will try to get it off the ground. have you ever driven you car over the speed limit? even on accident? ever done a California stop at a 4 way? Don't be to quick to judge or condemn. Just because a guy flys at night as a sport pilot doe not mean he is dangerous, it simply means he is operating outside his certification. He could have 25,000 hrs as a heavy driver with world wide experience, yet may have lost a medical so is now flying sport pilot... does not make him a bad guy just one that is tired of stupid rules. I bet if you looked up all the rules and laws of your state you would find that you are breaking more than you are following, but they are the stupid laws that no one pays attention to, they have just been on the books for 200 years and no longer really apply. -------- DO NOT ARCHIVE Leonard Perry Soldotna AK Avid &quot;C&quot; / Mk IV 582 IVO IFA Full Lotus 1260 95% complete Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179555#179555


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    Time: 11:11:02 AM PST US
    From: "Noel Loveys" <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    Don't let that bother you Michel. Sport pilot isn't applicable here either. U.S. sport pilot licensed pilots are allowed to fly in Canada if they have an aviation medical. Most of the U.S. sport pilots are trying to avoid medicals sooooo they will probably not fly here in the near future. I think there is some movement to get Canadian authorities to recognize the U.S. "Drivers license medical" if the U.S. authorities recognize the Canadian declaration medical. Personally I'd like to be able to fly into the states so it think they should lock representatives of both countries into a room and no one gets in or out until an agreement is made. As for pushing the edge of the envelope there is only so much you can do when you are pushing a barn door broadside into the wind. I don't think Dave pushes the plane close to the envelope. It may look that way because he is close to the camera. I'd fly with him (with good gas :-))... I'll bet he has a few tricks to teach even the birds. Noel -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Michel Verheughe Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 1:27 PM Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Sport Pilot > From: dave [dave@cfisher.com] > Comments like yours shows your lack of training and respect for others. Pilots like >you are not just stupid but dangerous to others. Excuse me to intervene in this thread that has nothing to do with me: The Sport Pilot license is not applicable in Norway but ... >From your beautiful videos, Dave, I have the impression that you are also taking the Kitfox to the edge of its envelope, aren't you? I would never dare to do half of what you do. Cheers, Michel Verheughe Norway Kitfox 3 - Jabiru 2200 Do not archive <pre><b><font size=2 color="#000000" face="courier new,courier"> href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Kitfox-List">http://www.matronics.c om/Navigator?Kitfox-List</a> href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com</a> href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/contri bution</a> </b></font></pre>


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    Time: 11:11:59 AM PST US
    From: Jim_and_Lucy Chuk <thesupe@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200
    Hi all, I've been doing some research into what engine to use in my 4 Cla ssic project. I am planning to keep the plane as light as possible. I do want to go with a 4 stroke engine, but am not going to spend the $20,000 or so it will cost to put a new 80 HP Rotax in it. In checking on the net, it seems that the Subaru with a redrive, and also the Geo 4 Cylinder will b oth weigh in at very nearly 200 lbs flying weight. I'm begining to wonder, why not use an 85 HP Continental, even hand prop it to loose the starter a nd heavy battery. It seems from my limited research that the Continental f lying weight is just a bit less than 200 lbs. I'm sure I'm missing somethi ng, but what is it. As far as the Jabiru goes, I allready have one on my Avid MK IV and while it cruises just fine, that small prop doesn't give me the quick takeoff I want on my short strip with the trees on the end. Actu ally the 582 that was on the plane before did at least as good if not just a bit better in getting the plane over those trees. Fire away!! LOL Thank ========================> _ =============> > > _________________________________________________________________ Back to work after baby'how do you know when you=92re ready? http://lifestyle.msn.com/familyandparenting/articleNW.aspx?cp-documentid= 5797498&ocid=T067MSN40A0701A


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    Time: 11:14:31 AM PST US
    From: "Noel Loveys" <noelloveys@yahoo.ca>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    Lol. I'm thinking he had a good haul today! Summer must be coming! Noel Steve, I am thinking that you went on a fising trip and figured out what kind of bait they were bitting on today.. -------- DO NOT ARCHIVE Leonard Perry Soldotna AK Avid &quot;C&quot; / Mk IV 582 IVO IFA Full Lotus 1260 95% complete Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179593#179593


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    Time: 11:16:50 AM PST US
    From: Michel Verheughe <michel@online.no>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    > From: LarryM [CrownLJ@verizon.net] > I would like to disagree with "Excuse me to intervene in this thread that has > nothing to do with me". What I meant to say by that, Larry, is that I don't know anything about the American Sport Pilot license and therefore I can't comment it. Does it make sense to you? As for my duty, as a pilot, to prevent another pilot to do something stupid, I agree with you. But if I have to give an advice, it must be from my own experience, right? And my own experience is this: The pilot who built my Kitfox killed himself in another Kitfox only a few weeks after mine did its first trials. He did a very sharp manoeuvre very low at the end of the runway and killed himself and his passenger in front of many people. Yet he is remembered as a 'good pilot.' I bought my Kitfox several years later from its third owner and it is only recently that I learnt about the history of my plane. Anyway, I don't know what is more dangerous: sharp manoeuvres at low altitude or fly at night without the proper license. What do you think, Larry? Cheers, Michel Verheughe Norway Kitfox 3 - Jabiru 2200 Do not archive <pre><b><font size=2 color="#000000" face="courier new,courier"> </b></font></pre></body></html>


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    Time: 11:21:26 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "dave" <dave@cfisher.com>
    > Michel, > > What does flying an airplane to the edge of the envelope to which it was designed have to do with blatant disregard to the laws governing the privilege to do so? I'm lost as to the point that you are making. By Steve's own admission, he knowing breaks the law to fly by the rules as he sees fit. Dave and others are flying by the laws to the maximum performance of either the airplane or the pilot, or trying to do so. I don't see how the 2 are similar or even come up in the same thread. Steve asked us to comment on his thoughts of setting his own standard of law outside of the code of federal regulations. Larry , you gave a good summary. Look at the history , same old thing landing gear getting wiped out and they buy a grove as the tube gear just no good. Taildraggers are dangerous so get a tri gear. guys flying canyons and not being able to climb out and die. Others get wind shear and crash and so on and so on. Alot of the incidents i have read on this thread were preventable. Let's get back to basics and get some training guys. If you cannot fly your plane to the edge of it's envelope then maybe you need to get some more training. This is likely a sore subject for some but it certainly has proven to be reality. -------- Rotax Dealer, Ontario Canada Flying Videos and Kitfox Info http://www.cfisher.com/ Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179624#179624


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    Time: 02:49:31 PM PST US
    From: Guy Buchanan <bnn@nethere.com>
    Subject: Re: Series 5 Light Sport
    At 05:18 PM 4/25/2008, you wrote: >Guy, > Quote? The," Did not like the answer" was my comment. I went > to the EAA sport pilot site and searched the question and answer > section. The same question about the 1320 TO weight that keeps > appearing on this list was asked of the EAA. The answer from EAA is > what I included in the previous message. Aw dang. I was hoping it was straight from the FAA. I guess FAA once removed is all we have at the moment. Guy Buchanan San Diego, CA K-IV 1200 / 582-C / Warp / 100% done, thanks mostly to Bob Ducar. Do not archive


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    Time: 02:49:31 PM PST US
    From: Guy Buchanan <bnn@nethere.com>
    Subject: Re: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200
    At 11:09 AM 4/27/2008, you wrote: > Hi all, I've been doing some research into what engine to use in > my 4 Classic project. Hi Jim, Good luck! I've been researching engines too as I'd like to re-engine my 582 powered IV. There just isn't anything anywhere near the performance of a 912. They've got 4 strokes, light weight, and a geared prop. The next best I've been able to find is the Gemini diesel. It appears to be 166# installed, 100hp, geared, and runs on Jet-A, etc. Unfortunately it's new, and costs a lot. From there you either get really experimental, or really heavy, (or both :'(). And unfortunately really heavy "doesn't give me the quick takeoff I want on my short strip with the trees on the end." I have the same problem. I'm not as concerned with speed as I am with climb, and for that you want 1) high power / weight; and 2) a big prop. #2 means either a slow turning engine, (inefficient and heavy,) or a geared engine, (efficient and somewhat lighter.) Guy Buchanan San Diego, CA K-IV 1200 / 582-C / Warp / 100% done, thanks mostly to Bob Ducar.


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    Time: 02:49:31 PM PST US
    From: Guy Buchanan <bnn@nethere.com>
    Subject: Re: Series 5 Light Sport
    At 05:11 PM 4/26/2008, you wrote: >When you quote something direct from the ruling >or FR how much more definitive can you get? Do >you mean to tell me that you think someone elses >interpretation of words that are in black and >white is more definitive than the words themselves? Leonard, I had never really noted that section, "As stated above in the section titled =98=98Modifications of Aircraft To Meet the Light-Sport Aircraft Definition,=99=99 a sport pilot may not fly an aircraft with a standard airworthiness certificate that has been modified to meet the light-sport aircraft definition." because I generally live in the experimental world. The FAA is pretty clear about flying modified standard category aircraft. The question was whether we could reduce the weight of or remove an in-flight adjustable prop from an experimental and fly it as an LSA. (Or Steve's question as to what defines "maximum takeoff weight".) I have read the entire LSA rule and still think "maximum takeoff weight" is a silly ambiguous term in the context of "since its original certification". What does "takeoff weight" have to do with "certification"? I know I'm supposed to log a "maximum gross weight" when I complete experimental aircraft flight testing. Is that the same as "maximum takeoff weight". It now appears that someone at someone at EAA and someone else at the FAA thinks it means "the heaviest weight at which the aircraft EVER flew", which, IN THEORY, is the same as the weight you logged at the end of flight test. (Since the weight and CG envelope is defined through Phase 1 flight testing.) It's an answer, it's clear, but I wish we had the FAA source. Guy Buchanan San Diego, CA K-IV 1200 / 582-C / Warp / 100% done, thanks mostly to Bob Ducar.


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    Time: 03:45:17 PM PST US
    From: "Pete Christensen" <apeterchristensen@sbcglobal.net>
    Subject: Quick drain
    Is the quick drain easy to replace in a Kitfox? One of mine does not work. Pete Hell Paso, TX Kitfox III 912 N73BH


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    Time: 04:49:27 PM PST US
    From: "Pete Christensen" <apeterchristensen@sbcglobal.net>
    Subject: 912ul for sale on Barnstormers
    ZENITH 701 WITH ROTAX 912 . $17,950 Could throw away the 701 or sell it off and end up with a 912 cheap. Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: Sbennett3@aol.com To: kitfox-list@matronics.com Sent: Saturday, April 26, 2008 8:35 PM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Sport Pilot John, Sport pilot rt now. I'm 7 hrs and another test and checkride from private pilot... I'm a former ultralight pilot so my passion is sport pilot Steve Bennett (not Benesh) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----- Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos.


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    Time: 05:33:15 PM PST US
    From: "Steve Benesh" <michfox5@gmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Series 5 Light Sport
    "*I know I'm supposed to log a "maximum gross weight" when I complete experimental aircraft flight testing."* ** Provide the official FAA reference, rule, or regulation to support your claim. Steve Benesh 84KF


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    Time: 05:36:37 PM PST US
    From: dwight purdy <dpurdy@comteck.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires
    What pressure are you running in your tires? I am experiencing about the same feelings. While taxing on hard surface.the plane set up a rhythmic bounce without the tires leaving the ground. I have 6 lbs in left and 7.5 in right as I fly solo most the time. What are the rest of you running? Dwight Model ll At 09:18 AM 4/27/2008 -0400, you wrote: >Well, as I mentioned earlier, I am now reporting on my new elevator trim >installation. In a word it is fantastic! It makes my Kitfox a new >airplane! I have the classic version and it was really bugging me to hold >back pressure throughout the landing phase. I have had a trim system in >every aircraft I have owned except my Kitfox. > I sent the elevator off to Lowell at > <http://Highwingllc.com>http://Highwingllc.com . He stripped the fabric > and did the necessary modifications to the elevator,recovered,painted to > silver and sent it back. Turnaround was about two weeks. He and Mark plan > to have a modified elevator on hand so that you could send yours and he > will return a completed modified elevator. I couldn't wait so he agreed > to modify mine. > I cannot explain in words how happy I am with this mod. The workmanship > is great! I installed a "witches hat' trim on the stick and have a LED > trim position indicator on the panel. Now just a "blip" or two on final > will trim the aircraft hands off in pitch. Also, I no longer need to > extend the flaps a little for cruise trim > If anyone would like more info about my installation give me a call at > 850-994-9527 (hanger) or 304-7371 (c) > I also have completed the gap closure on my rudder and fin using foam > and fabric. It looks much better. I went from a 2 inch gap to about 1/8 inch. > As to the "Kingfox" tires (actually Nanchang 800) I am not sure if like > them or not. I bounce along like a semi on my grass runway and tend to > woller all over. I will have to give them some time I guess. They do look > nice though (like a pair of doughnuts) > I am still having problems with brake authority. The brakes will hold > fine at runup but if you swing the tail, it is a bear getting it back > straight using the brakes. The brakes are single Matcos. Maybe new brake > calipers or a locking tailwheel will help. My tailwheel is the "standard' Maule > Dick Maddux > Fox 4-1200 > Rotax 912UL > Pensacola,Fl > > >---------- >Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at ><http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp00300000002851>AOL Autos. > Checked by AVG. :39 AM


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    Time: 05:50:13 PM PST US
    From: steve shinabery <shinco@bright.net>
    Subject: Re: Great Lakes Area kitfox Fly-In
    jeff puls wrote: > > Steve, > I'm bringing my Kitfox, an Ercoupe, a Cessna 172 taildragger and a > Colt. You better have some good weather for us!!!!!!!!!! Jeff Classic > IV KTZR. > ----- Original Message ----- From: "steve shinabery" <shinco@bright.net> > To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com> > Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 12:23 AM > Subject: Kitfox-List: Great Lakes Area kitfox Fly-In > > >> Lake Field Airport,[CQA],Celina Ohio,Welcomes all Kitfox and there >> pilots,and GA aircraft,to the Great Lakes Area Kitfox Fly-In, Sunday >> May 11th 2008,at 12:00pm noon,,west central OHIO,look for Grand Lake >> St.Marys,the largest lake in Ohio,we are at the south west corner,you >> can not miss us..Any Kitfox Pilot flying in there KF,there BBQ lunch >> will be FREE..and after lunch we are having a BOMB Drop, and a SPOT >> Landing contest..it will be a BLAST..bring tie downs..come out and see >> your Kitfox family,and friends.for a fun day.Home Base to STEVE >> SHINABERY N554KF KF2 little mighty 582 >> >> > > Hi Jeff,thanks for the email,,I too hope that the sky Gods gives us BLUE SKYs here,on May 11th for the Great Lakes Kitfox Fly-In,,and hope to see at the fly In.STEVE SHINABERY N554KF KF2 Little mighty 582


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    Time: 05:59:00 PM PST US
    From: Sbennett3@aol.com
    Subject: Re: Elevator trim and Kingfox tires
    Dwight, Anything around 8 lbs is good. Just my opinion. I've been called reckless and stupid on this group in the last 24 hrs so you might want to look further. :-) When I learned my fox the first thing I did was remove the wheel pants. (no taildragger experience) Then I aired up the tires. You talk about squirrely. I learned quick that running the atv tires only need 7-9 lbs pressure. Steve Bennett N109BB **************Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp00300000002851)


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    Time: 06:02:50 PM PST US
    From: RAY Gignac <kitfoxpilot@msn.com>
    Subject: Quick drain
    It is very easy to replace, I did mine! Just don't over tighten the new one because you will be screwing metal to fiberglass threads, also use a good thread sealant. Ray> From: apeterchristensen@sbcglobal.net> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com> Subject: Kitfox-List: Quick drain> Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2008 16:41:47 -0600> > bcglobal.net>> > Is the quick drain easy to replace in a Kitfox? One of min ======================> > > _________________________________________________________________ Make i'm yours.- Create a custom banner to support your cause. MSN_Make_IM_Yours


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    Time: 06:04:35 PM PST US
    From: steve shinabery <shinco@bright.net>
    Subject: Re: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200
    Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote: > Hi all, I've been doing some research into what engine to use in my > 4 Classic project. I am planning to keep the plane as light as > possible. I do want to go with a 4 stroke engine, but am not going to > spend the $20,000 or so it will cost to put a new 80 HP Rotax in it. > In checking on the net, it seems that the Subaru with a redrive, and > also the Geo 4 Cylinder will both weigh in at very nearly 200 lbs > flying weight. I'm begining to wonder, why not use an 85 HP > Continental, even hand prop it to loose the starter and heavy > battery. It seems from my limited research that the Continental > flying weight is just a bit less than 200 lbs. I'm sure I'm missing > something, but what is it. As far as the Jabiru goes, I allready > have one on my Avid MK IV and while it cruises just fine, that small > prop doesn't give me the quick takeoff I want on my short strip with > the trees on the end. Actually the 582 that was on the plane before > did at least as good if not just a bit better in getting the plane > over those trees. Fire away!! LOL Thanks, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox Mn > > > > > >=================== > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Back to work after baby how do you know when youre ready? > <http://lifestyle.msn.com/familyandparenting/articleNW.aspx?cp-documentid=5797498&ocid=T067MSN40A0701A> > > * > > > * > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Checked by AVG. > JIM,,yes by all meens keep thoes 582 flying,,The Little Mighty 582. cheap to buy cheap to fly..STEVE SHINABERY N554KF KF2 with a little mighty 582


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    Time: 07:01:58 PM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: "LarryM" <CrownLJ@verizon.net>
    "why I shouldnt bend the rules to fly by my own set of rules or standards." doesn't this answer the question? "Anyway, I don't know what is more dangerous: sharp manoeuvres at low altitude or fly at night without the proper license. What do you think, Larry? " Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179731#179731


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    Time: 07:18:12 PM PST US
    From: "kirk hull" <kirkhull@kc.rr.com>
    Subject: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200
    I think what you are missing is the price of a new Continental. You can get a used/rebuilt Continental but the same is true for the Rotax. When it came down to it I chose a stratus Subaru because of price and I did not like the reliability of the Rotax. -----Original Message----- From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of steve shinabery Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 8:02 PM Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200 Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote: > Hi all, I've been doing some research into what engine to use in my > 4 Classic project. I am planning to keep the plane as light as > possible. I do want to go with a 4 stroke engine, but am not going to > spend the $20,000 or so it will cost to put a new 80 HP Rotax in it. > In checking on the net, it seems that the Subaru with a redrive, and > also the Geo 4 Cylinder will both weigh in at very nearly 200 lbs > flying weight. I'm begining to wonder, why not use an 85 HP > Continental, even hand prop it to loose the starter and heavy > battery. It seems from my limited research that the Continental > flying weight is just a bit less than 200 lbs. I'm sure I'm missing > something, but what is it. As far as the Jabiru goes, I allready > have one on my Avid MK IV and while it cruises just fine, that small > prop doesn't give me the quick takeoff I want on my short strip with > the trees on the end. Actually the 582 that was on the plane before > did at least as good if not just a bit better in getting the plane > over those trees. Fire away!! LOL Thanks, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox Mn > > > > > >=================== > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Back to work after baby- how do you know when you're ready? > <http://lifestyle.msn.com/familyandparenting/articleNW.aspx?cp-documentid=57 97498&ocid=T067MSN40A0701A> > > * > > > * > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > Checked by AVG. > JIM,,yes by all meens keep thoes 582 flying,,The Little Mighty 582. cheap to buy cheap to fly..STEVE SHINABERY N554KF KF2 with a little mighty 582


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    Time: 07:40:07 PM PST US
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot
    From: dpremgood@aim.com
    Some one wiser than myself once told me: 'The FARs are written with the blood of dead pilots' -----Original Message----- From: dave <dave@cfisher.com> Sent: Sun, 27 Apr 2008 2:19 pm Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Sport Pilot > Michel, > > What does flying an airplane to the edge of the envelope to which it was designed have to do with blatant disregard to the laws governing the privilege to do so? I'm lost as to the point that you are making. By Steve's own admission, he knowing breaks the law to fly by the rules as he sees fit. Dave and others are flying by the laws to the maximum performance of either the airplane or the pilot, or trying to do so. I don't see how the 2 are similar or even come up in the same thread. Steve asked us to comment on his thoughts of setting his own standard of law outside of the code of federal regulations. Larry , you gave a good summary. Look at the history , same old thing landing gear getting wiped out and they buy a grove as the tube gear just no good. Taildraggers are dangerous so get a tri gear. guys flying canyons and not being able to climb out and die. Others get wind shear and crash and so on and so on. Alot of the incidents i have read on this thread were preventable. Let's get back to basics and get some training guys. If you cannot fly your plane to the edge of it's envelope then maybe you need to get some more training. This is likely a sore subject for some but it certainly has proven to be reality. -------- Rotax Dealer, Ontario Canada Flying Videos and Kitfox Info http://www.cfisher.com/ Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179624#179624


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    Time: 08:56:30 PM PST US
    Subject: Polyester Rib Reinforcement Tape
    From: "darinh" <gerns25@netscape.net>
    Does anyone have any of the 1/2" rib reinforcement tape for the rib stitching left over or that they didn't use (the adhesive backed stuff)? The roll supplied with my kit was enough to do only 1 1/2 wings (I need enough to do the top of my last wing). I don't really want to buy a 60 yrd. roll when I only need a third of it. I know some people don't rib stitch but use screws or rivets so I am hoping someone has some they will part with. Obviously, I am happy to purchase so let me know the price. I need this stuff ASAP so I can get this bird in the air so if no bites by tomorrow night, I will bite the bullet and get the whole 60 yrds. Thanks guys! Do Not Archive -------- Darin Hawkes Series 7 (Painting) 914 Turbo Kaysville, Utah Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=179746#179746


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    Time: 09:05:33 PM PST US
    From: Jim_and_Lucy Chuk <thesupe@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox 4 Classic 1200
    Thanks to all that replied to my questions, as far as the price of a Contin ental engine, I wouldn't concider new, don't think you could buy a new 85 HP anyway. Seems like I do see them for somewhere around $5000 and up use d. I guess that the question is still there, Why not use them? If cost is n't the issue, are they way to heavy for the power they produce? In realit y, does the Subaru that claims 100 HP with a redrive produce any more power than that 85 Continental? Hope I'm not being a pain in the rear! Thanks, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox 4 Mn> From: kirkhull@kc.rr.com> To: kitfox-list@ matronics.com> Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Engine choice questions for a Kitf ox 4 Classic 1200> Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2008 21:15:31 -0500> > --> Kitfox-List message posted by: "kirk hull" <kirkhull@kc.rr.com>> > I think what you ar e missing is the price of a new> Continental. You can get a used/rebuilt Co ntinental but the same is true> for the Rotax. When it came down to it I ch ose a stratus Subaru because of> price and I did not like the reliability o f the Rotax.> > -----Original Message-----> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@ matronics.com> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of steve shinabery> Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 8:02 PM> To: kitfox-list@mat ronics.com> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Engine choice questions for a Kitfox co@bright.net>> > Jim_and_Lucy Chuk wrote:> > Hi all, I've been doing some research into what engine to use in my > > 4 Classic project. I am planning to keep the plane as light as > > possible. I do want to go with a 4 strok e engine, but am not going to > > spend the $20,000 or so it will cost to p ut a new 80 HP Rotax in it. > > In checking on the net, it seems that the S ubaru with a redrive, and > > also the Geo 4 Cylinder will both weigh in at very nearly 200 lbs > > flying weight. I'm begining to wonder, why not use an 85 HP > > Continental, even hand prop it to loose the starter and heavy > > battery. It seems from my limited research that the Continental > > fl ying weight is just a bit less than 200 lbs. I'm sure I'm missing > > somet hing, but what is it. As far as the Jabiru goes, I allready > > have one on my Avid MK IV and while it cruises just fine, that small > > prop doesn't give me the quick takeoff I want on my short strip with > > the trees on th e end. Actually the 582 that was on the plane before > > did at least as go od if not just a bit better in getting the plane > > over those trees. Fire away!! LOL Thanks, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox Mn> > >> > >> > >===== ===============> > >> > >> > >> >> > -------- ----------------------------------------------------------------> > Back to work after baby- how do you know when you're ready? > >> <http://lifestyle .msn.com/familyandparenting/articleNW.aspx?cp-documentid=57> 97498&ocid =T067MSN40A0701A> > >> > *> >> >> > *> > -------------------------------- ----------------------------------------> >> > Checked by AVG. > > > JIM,,y es by all meens keep thoes 582 flying,,The Little Mighty 582. > cheap to bu y cheap to fly..STEVE SHINABERY N554KF KF2 with a little > mighty 582> > > ==> > > _________________________________________________________________ In a rush? Get real-time answers with Windows Live Messenger. http://www.windowslive.com/messenger/overview.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Refr esh_realtime_042008




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