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1. 02:43 AM - Re: Off Topic: Space Station----truly awesome pictures (grcolquhoun@xtra.co.nz)
2. 05:33 AM - Re: Why do I have a flap handle? Model 2 (Jeffrey Dill)
3. 05:35 AM - Re: Kitfox 914 fuel pressure monitoring (Lynn Matteson)
4. 05:57 AM - Re: Kitfox 914 fuel pressure monitoring (K&MCozik)
5. 07:00 AM - Re: Keith Schneider are you there (n61kf)
6. 07:07 AM - N2BH Sold! (RAY Gignac)
7. 07:39 AM - Re: W/B issues (n85ae)
8. 08:15 AM - Model 2 fuel gauge (Bob Brennan)
9. 08:34 AM - Re: Re: W/B issues (patrick reilly)
10. 08:48 AM - Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (Jim_and_Lucy Chuk)
11. 10:52 AM - Re: outlet port ()
12. 10:54 AM - Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (corbob13)
13. 12:26 PM - Re: Re: W/B issues (jdmcbean)
14. 01:04 PM - Rotax 912ul sn 3792647 (Pete Christensen)
15. 01:48 PM - Wing Sweep & W/B issues (Dee Young)
16. 02:34 PM - Re: Wing Sweep & W/B issues (jdmcbean)
17. 03:43 PM - Re: W/B issues (steve eccles)
18. 04:12 PM - Re: Re: W/B issues (patrick reilly)
19. 06:02 PM - Re: outlet port (Michael Logan)
20. 06:34 PM - Re: Wing Sweep & W/B issues (Dee Young)
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| Subject: | Re: Off Topic: Space Station----truly awesome pictures |
Wow - great pictures.
New Zealand below the space station - southern half of North island
and northern half of south island second frame thanks
Skystar Vixon
Thanks for sending the pics - they are great!
On 22/06/2008, at 4:37 AM, Marco Menezes wrote:
> Wow!
>> After you open the link be sure and hit the F11 button, makes the
>> pictures
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>> They are the best I have seen.
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>> These are just in from the current (just landed) space mission. These
>> pixs
>> are so good that it makes one feel as if you are there taking the
>> pictures.
>> Maximize your viewing area by hitting the F11 button and enjoy.....
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>> -http://www.texasjim.com/NASApix/NASA%20pix.htm
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| Subject: | Re: Why do I have a flap handle? Model 2 |
Over-analyzing again; I plead guilty. It occurred to me that the minimum flap drag
at cruise speed is probably synonymous with the point of least resistance
for the flaps. In other words, if I relax the torque on the flap handle bolt
to the point where it no longer stays where I put it, the flaps will fair to the
point of least resistance (for the flaps, not necessarily the airplane as a
whole). I can mark where they go at cruise speed and that ought to be the least
drag setting for the flaps, and I suspect the airplane as a whole.
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Jeff Dill
Model 2, 767JD
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 914 fuel pressure monitoring |
NOW you're talking, Kevin. : )
Lynn Matteson
Kitfox IV Speedster
Jabiru 2200
Status: flying w/538 hrs
do not archive
On Jun 24, 2008, at 10:34 PM, K&MCozik wrote:
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>
> Seriously considering an engine swap. Maybe a 120 hp Jabiru?
>
> Can't wait to hear some of your performance numbers. Hopefully
> your experience
> with this engine will be much better.
>
> Kevin Cozik
>
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox 914 fuel pressure monitoring |
Sorry group, this was supposed to go to Darin.
Kevin Cozik
On Wed Jun 25 8:33 , Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net> sent:
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>NOW you're talking, Kevin. : )
>
>Lynn Matteson
>Kitfox IV Speedster
>Jabiru 2200
>Status: flying w/538 hrs
>do not archive
>
>
>On Jun 24, 2008, at 10:34 PM, K&MCozik wrote:
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>> Seriously considering an engine swap. Maybe a 120 hp Jabiru?
>>
>> Can't wait to hear some of your performance numbers. Hopefully
>> your experience
>> with this engine will be much better.
>>
>> Kevin Cozik
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| Subject: | Re: Keith Schneider are you there |
Dave, try this address: n61kf@yahoo. com, or 513-933-3591 days
Thanks
Keith Schneider
do not archive
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Keith
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I just want to thank everyone on and off the list for the help over the yea
rs when I needed it for my Kitfox! I sold my fox to a new owner overseas.
I am not getting out of flying, just moving into a Sonex or RV. Everyone
take care.
Ray Gignac
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I have an IO-240B, with 1 degree forward sweep. I have a battery plus
ballast in the tail. Without the wing sweep I think balance might be a
real problem with my engine.
I think it is possible to change the wing sweep if you use the cuffs that
I think Murle Williams was selling.
Regards,
Jeff.
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| Subject: | Model 2 fuel gauge |
My 1991 Model II has the plastic fuel tank behind the instrument panel with
slits in the panel to see the fuel level. Over time the tank has yellowed
and is pretty much the color of the fuel, so it is pretty difficult, to
nearly impossible, to see the level.
The obvious question - is there a fuel gauge retrofit of any kind available?
Putting a clear fuel "tube" on the panel, connected to the top and bottom of
the tank, is what comes to mind. Does anyone have a good solution, with
details?
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
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Kitfoxers, I am rebuilding a Mod 3 that originally was built with a 912. I
am installing a 582. I already have moved the battery box to behind the fir
ewall from behind the seat. I know I will need to do a weight and balance w
hen I finish. Now I hear different engines (weight ) require different "win
g sweep". Will I need to alter my wing mounts to accomodate the 582. Why do
different engines require different wing sweep? Is it because the heavier
engine is so much heavier that weight and balance can not be brought into s
pec without changing center of lift by sweeping wings farther forward? I th
ink I have answered my own question here. I didn't really understand differ
ent wing sweep requirements until I formulated this question. I still would
n't mind confirmation of "wing sweep" characteristics. And, wonder if the b
uilding of the original kit called for different wing sweep for 912 vs. 582
engines? Or, if Mod 3 wing sweep was same for 912 and 582. Datum point or
W/B spec would not be same with different wing sweep, right?
Pat Reilly
Mod 3 582 Rebuild
Rockford, IL> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues> From: n85ae@yahoo.com>
Kitfox-List message posted by: "n85ae" <n85ae@yahoo.com>> > I have an IO-2
40B, with 1 degree forward sweep. I have a battery plus> ballast in the tai
l. Without the wing sweep I think balance might be a > real problem with my
engine.> > I think it is possible to change the wing sweep if you use the
cuffs that > I think Murle Williams was selling. > > Regards,> Jeff.> > > >
> Read this topic online here:> > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.ph
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| Subject: | Model 2 fuel gauge |
On my B model Avid, I put a T in the fuel line under the tank and ran a cle
ar plastic hose up the door post on the left side. The fuel seeks it's own
level and so I can see the fuel level in the hose. I added fuel one gallo
n at a time and marked that level so I see the fuel amount there. The hose
is open at the top though so if I rolled the plane onto it's top I would h
ave fuel comming out of it which would not be good. If you wnted to drill
a hole in the tank near the top, you could put the hose into that hole with
the right rubber seal in the hole. Hope this helps, Jim Chuk Avids, Ki
tfox 4 Mn> From: matronics@bob.brennan.name> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Model 2 fuel gauge> Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:11:54
rennan.name>> > My 1991 Model II has the plastic fuel tank behind the instr
ument panel with> slits in the panel to see the fuel level. Over time the t
ank has yellowed> and is pretty much the color of the fuel, so it is pretty
difficult, to> nearly impossible, to see the level.> > The obvious questio
n - is there a fuel gauge retrofit of any kind available?> Putting a clear
fuel "tube" on the panel, connected to the top and bottom of> the tank, is
what comes to mind. Does anyone have a good solution, with> details?> > Bob
Brennan> 1991 Model 2 Kitfox> Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop > Wrightsville P
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==> > >
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Lynn- just found the info I was looking for,so will pass it on.It was in Service
Letter #45 under Fuel Quanity and Unusable Fuel, para.2.From the way I read
it,the older fuel tanks prior to 1 Sep 95 hadthe fuel outlet fittings at the
rear of the tank which can cause fuel starvation during long, steep, high-speed
descents withthe tanks low on fuel.Evidently there was a retrofit kit from
the "Old" company that would relocate the outlet ports to reduce their unusable
fuel quanity by about 2 1/2 gallons in a cruise attitude. Good news for those
flustrated fighter pilots types. It was part # 10678.000 and sold for $87.50
per tank back in 1995. I did get a set of fuel gauges from Merle Williams.---
Leon Morris
---- Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net> wrote:
>
> Leon-
> Aren't there any outlet ports right now? Mine are near the rear of
> the tank, as low as seems possible, but they were there when I got
> the tanks. Somebody will have the answer from their unmounted tanks,
> but if not, I can measure mine.
>
> I just looked at the pictures in the builders manual...pictures are
> better than my memory....and they show the outlets to be in the very
> back, inside lower corner. You'll have to carve out a notch in the
> butt rib for the outlet fitting, and be sure to install a finger
> strainer...MOST important! Also, if you haven't already, get a set of
> fuel gauges from John McBean and install them. I'm pretty sure I got
> mine after I installed the tanks, but it might be easier to do it
> beforehand.
> Disclaimer: Mine are the 13-gallon fiberglas tanks, so yours might be
> different.
>
> Lynn Matteson
> Kitfox IV Speedster
> Jabiru 2200
> Status: flying w/538 hrs
>
>
>
>
> On Jun 24, 2008, at 2:15 PM, <l.morris@tx.rr.com> wrote:
>
> >
> > I'm hoping someone can jog my memory, need to quite drinking
> > that cheap wine. I have a good memory but it's not very long.
> > Anyway, came across a "note to self" out in the shop " Check on
> > outlet port location on fuel tanks. May need to get a retrofit
> > kit." I went thru all my Kifox literature, letters and bulletins
> > and find any reference for this. Does anyone have a clue? Leon
> > Morris/Classic 4 Speedster/65%/Flower Mound, TX
> >
> >
> >
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| Subject: | Re: Model 2 fuel gauge |
Bob,
On my model II there's a light installed behind the tank near the sight gage.
To see the fuel level I flip a switch on the panel, the light comes on, and it's
easy to see the level of the fuel. I prefer this method to drilling holes
in the tank then sealing tubes, etc. for fear of leaks.
Cory
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Cory
N903DB
Kitfox Model II, Rotax 582
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Pat,
The wing sweep came into existence with the Series 5 aircraft
when installing the heavier certified engines (O-200, IO-240 and Lycoming
O-235) The earlier models typically had a zero degree sweep.
Fly Safe !!
John & Debra McBean
Ph 208.337.5111
www.kitfoxaircraft.com
"The Sky is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
_____
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of patrick reilly
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 9:29 AM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
Kitfoxers, I am rebuilding a Mod 3 that originally was built with a 912. I
am installing a 582. I already have moved the battery box to behind the
firewall from behind the seat. I know I will need to do a weight and balance
when I finish. Now I hear different engines (weight ) require different
"wing sweep". Will I need to alter my wing mounts to accomodate the 582. Why
do different engines require different wing sweep? Is it because the heavier
engine is so much heavier that weight and balance can not be brought into
spec without changing center of lift by sweeping wings farther forward? I
think I have answered my own question here. I didn't really understand
different wing sweep requirements until I formulated this question. I still
wouldn't mind confirmation of "wing sweep" characteristics. And, wonder if
the building of the original kit called for different wing sweep for 912 vs.
582 engines? Or, if Mod 3 wing sweep was same for 912 and 582. Datum point
or W/B spec would not be same with different wing sweep, right?
Pat Reilly
Mod 3 582 Rebuild
Rockford, IL
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
> From: n85ae@yahoo.com
> Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:37:08 -0700
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>
>
> I have an IO-240B, with 1 degree forward sweep. I have a battery plus
> ballast in the tail. Without the wing sweep I think balance might be a
> real problem with my engine.
>
> I think it is possible to change the wing sweep if you use the cuffs that
> I think Murle Williams was selling.
>
> Regards,
> Jeff.
>
>
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=189749#189749
>
>
>
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>
>
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| Subject: | Rotax 912ul sn 3792647 |
My Kitfox III has a 912ul sn 3792647 from about 1991 or 1992. What
should I expect for TBO. Should it be the same as newer 912's?
Pete
Hell Paso, TX
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| Subject: | Wing Sweep & W/B issues |
Then from what I have read it sounds as though mounting a heavier engine
in an earlier model KF is possible if the wing sweep is changed and a
mew W&B completed. Is that correct?
Dee Young
Model II
N345DY
KFM 112
----- Original Message -----
From: jdmcbean<mailto:jdmcbean@kitfoxaircraft.com>
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com<mailto:kitfox-list@matronics.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 1:23 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
Pat,
The wing sweep came into existence with the Series 5
aircraft when installing the heavier certified engines (O-200, IO-240
and Lycoming O-235) The earlier models typically had a zero degree
sweep.
Fly Safe !!
John & Debra McBean
Ph 208.337.5111
www.kitfoxaircraft.com<http://www.kitfoxaircraft.com/>
"The Sky is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
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| Subject: | Wing Sweep & W/B issues |
There are other factors involved.. and it was never an "Approved" or
"Suggested" modification to the earlier models. Especially the 1, 2 or 3's.
Fly Safe !!
John & Debra McBean
Ph 208.337.5111
www.kitfoxaircraft.com
"The Sky is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
_____
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dee Young
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 2:45 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Wing Sweep & W/B issues
Then from what I have read it sounds as though mounting a heavier engine in
an earlier model KF is possible if the wing sweep is changed and a mew W&B
completed. Is that correct?
Dee Young
Model II
N345DY
KFM 112
----- Original Message -----
From: jdmcbean <mailto:jdmcbean@kitfoxaircraft.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 1:23 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
Pat,
The wing sweep came into existence with the Series 5 aircraft
when installing the heavier certified engines (O-200, IO-240 and Lycoming
O-235) The earlier models typically had a zero degree sweep.
Fly Safe !!
John & Debra McBean
Ph 208.337.5111
www.kitfoxaircraft.com
"The Sky is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
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John
I guess I should have mentioned that have a series 5 and no to the ballast
. I did install the speedster package on my 5 so I think because of the ribs
that had to be installed on the , horizontal, elevator ,vertical and rudder
that might be why I did not need any. If I could do it all over I would have
put the battery under the horizontal stabilizer.
Steve
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Ross
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 4:36 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: W/B issues
Steve,
The manual states that the battery should be located in the aft section of
the fuselage when using the 0-200. Your mount did not require any balast?
John
----- Original Message ----
From: steve eccles <eccles@Chartermi.net>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 4:09:05 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: W/B issues
John
I was in the same situation only I was the builder planning to go with 912.
Then I had a change of heart, after the wing sweep had already been set,
and went with the 0-200 so I had to install the battery just behind the
luggage compartment , not the optimal spot as I was worried about battery
acid IF I were to have a hard landing or worse a crash. I ended up using a
gel type battery ,no acid to worry about just the weight of the battery
flying forward if something should happen. The battery is in a battery box
that is bolted in quite well ( but a bear to get at) so all in all it
worked out well and I have not been disappointed in the decision to use the
0-200. just my .02
Steve
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Ross
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 3:46 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: W/B issues
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I have purchased a Series 7 that is covered, painted, windscreen installed,
and ready for an engine. The problem is that the aircraft was built with the
weight of a 912 in mind. Therefore the wings are swept back the 1-1/2
degrees that the plans call for. I know some of you will think I am nuts,
but I have a 0-200 in the corner ready to go. What adjustments need to be
made to accommodate this heavy engine. If I can get the c/g where it needs
to be, will the plane be handle well enough with the reverse wing sweep? The
battery is already mounted to the front of the firewall and I don't
necessarily like the idea of moving it to the rear. But if it needs to be
done, I will do it. Any replies would be helpful. Thanks in advance.
John Ross
Green Bay, WI.
Series 7, O-200?
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John & Deb, Thanks for the info. See you in Oshkosh.Do not archive
Pat Reilly
mod 3 582 Rebuild
Rockford, IL
From: jdmcbean@kitfoxaircraft.comTo: kitfox-list@matronics.comSubject: RE:
Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issuesDate: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:23:47 -0600
Pat,
The wing sweep came into existence with the Series 5 aircraft w
hen installing the heavier certified engines (O-200, IO-240 and Lycoming O-
235) The earlier models typically had a zero degree sweep.
Fly Safe !!John & Debra McBeanPh 208.337.5111www.kitfoxaircraft.com "The Sk
y is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-serv
er@matronics.com] On Behalf Of patrick reillySent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008
9:29 AMTo: kitfox-list@matronics.comSubject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issu
es
Kitfoxers, I am rebuilding a Mod 3 that originally was built with a 912. I
am installing a 582. I already have moved the battery box to behind the fir
ewall from behind the seat. I know I will need to do a weight and balance w
hen I finish. Now I hear different engines (weight ) require different "win
g sweep". Will I need to alter my wing mounts to accomodate the 582. Why do
different engines require different wing sweep? Is it because the heavier
engine is so much heavier that weight and balance can not be brought into s
pec without changing center of lift by sweeping wings farther forward? I th
ink I have answered my own question here. I didn't really understand differ
ent wing sweep requirements until I formulated this question. I still would
n't mind confirmation of "wing sweep" characteristics. And, wonder if the b
uilding of the original kit called for different wing sweep for 912 vs. 582
engines? Or, if Mod 3 wing sweep was same for 912 and 582. Datum point or
W/B spec would not be same with different wing sweep, right? Pat ReillyMod
3 582 RebuildRockford, IL> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues> From: n85a
e@yahoo.com> Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:37:08 -0700> To: kitfox-list@matroni
have an IO-240B, with 1 degree forward sweep. I have a battery plus> balla
st in the tail. Without the wing sweep I think balance might be a > real pr
oblem with my engine.> > I think it is possible to change the wing sweep if
you use the cuffs that > I think Murle Williams was selling. > > Regards,>
Jeff.> > > > > Read this topic online here:> > http://forums.matronics.com
/viewtopic.php?p=189749#189749> > > &============
============> > > http://www.matronics.com/contri
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If you flew with your flaps down, you would get fuel starvation with six
gallons in each tank. Don't ask me how I know.
Mike Logan
Series 5 NSI
-----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: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 1:50 PM
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: outlet port
Lynn- just found the info I was looking for,so will pass it on.It was in
Service Letter #45 under Fuel Quanity and Unusable Fuel, para.2.From the way
I read it,the older fuel tanks prior to 1 Sep 95 hadthe fuel outlet fittings
at the rear of the tank which can cause fuel starvation during long, steep,
high-speed descents withthe tanks low on fuel.Evidently there was a retrofit
kit from the "Old" company that would relocate the outlet ports to reduce
their unusable fuel quanity by about 2 1/2 gallons in a cruise attitude.
Good news for those flustrated fighter pilots types. It was part # 10678.000
and sold for $87.50 per tank back in 1995. I did get a set of fuel gauges
from Merle Williams.--- Leon Morris
---- Lynn Matteson <lynnmatt@jps.net> wrote:
>
> Leon-
> Aren't there any outlet ports right now? Mine are near the rear of
> the tank, as low as seems possible, but they were there when I got
> the tanks. Somebody will have the answer from their unmounted tanks,
> but if not, I can measure mine.
>
> I just looked at the pictures in the builders manual...pictures are
> better than my memory....and they show the outlets to be in the very
> back, inside lower corner. You'll have to carve out a notch in the
> butt rib for the outlet fitting, and be sure to install a finger
> strainer...MOST important! Also, if you haven't already, get a set of
> fuel gauges from John McBean and install them. I'm pretty sure I got
> mine after I installed the tanks, but it might be easier to do it
> beforehand.
> Disclaimer: Mine are the 13-gallon fiberglas tanks, so yours might be
> different.
>
> Lynn Matteson
> Kitfox IV Speedster
> Jabiru 2200
> Status: flying w/538 hrs
>
>
>
>
> On Jun 24, 2008, at 2:15 PM, <l.morris@tx.rr.com> wrote:
>
> >
> > I'm hoping someone can jog my memory, need to quite drinking
> > that cheap wine. I have a good memory but it's not very long.
> > Anyway, came across a "note to self" out in the shop " Check on
> > outlet port location on fuel tanks. May need to get a retrofit
> > kit." I went thru all my Kifox literature, letters and bulletins
> > and find any reference for this. Does anyone have a clue? Leon
> > Morris/Classic 4 Speedster/65%/Flower Mound, TX
> >
> >
> >
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Thanks, that is really good to know John.
Dee Young
Model II
N345DY
Do not archive
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From: jdmcbean<mailto:jdmcbean@kitfoxaircraft.com>
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com<mailto:kitfox-list@matronics.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 3:26 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Wing Sweep & W/B issues
There are other factors involved.. and it was never an "Approved" or
"Suggested" modification to the earlier models. Especially the 1, 2 or
3's.
Fly Safe !!
John & Debra McBean
Ph 208.337.5111
www.kitfoxaircraft.com<http://www.kitfoxaircraft.com/>
"The Sky is not the Limit... It's a Playground"
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Of Dee Young
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 2:45 PM
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
Subject: Kitfox-List: Wing Sweep & W/B issues
Then from what I have read it sounds as though mounting a heavier
engine in an earlier model KF is possible if the wing sweep is changed
and a mew W&B completed. Is that correct?
Dee Young
Model II
N345DY
KFM 112
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From: jdmcbean<mailto:jdmcbean@kitfoxaircraft.com>
To: kitfox-list@matronics.com<mailto:kitfox-list@matronics.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 1:23 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
Pat,
The wing sweep came into existence with the Series 5
aircraft when installing the heavier certified engines (O-200, IO-240
and Lycoming O-235) The earlier models typically had a zero degree
sweep.
Fly Safe !!
John & Debra McBean
Ph 208.337.5111
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