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1. 01:32 AM - Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message) (avtar412)
2. 06:19 AM - Re: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental or both? (bob noffs)
3. 07:02 AM - Re: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental or both? (Bob Brennan)
4. 07:04 AM - Re: Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (Bob Brennan)
5. 07:14 AM - Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (Bob Brennan)
6. 08:07 AM - Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (Jim_and_Lucy Chuk)
7. 08:31 AM - Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (Bob Brennan)
8. 08:36 AM - Airshows - Fly-ins WAS W/B issues (jdmcbean)
9. 10:51 AM - Re: Model 2 fuel gauge (Jim_and_Lucy Chuk)
10. 11:34 AM - Re: Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message) (mic thiessen)
11. 11:49 AM - Re: Airshows - Fly-ins WAS W/B issues (Frank Miles)
12. 03:17 PM - Re: Rudder seems stiff (FlyboyTR)
13. 03:47 PM - Re: Rudder seems stiff (dave)
14. 04:03 PM - Re: Rudder seems stiff (n85ae)
15. 04:20 PM - Re: Re: Rudder seems stiff (Pete Christensen)
16. 07:03 PM - Re: Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message) (Rick)
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message) |
I'm running an EA 81 T in my Series 5 and very pleased with it. 2.2:1 PSRU and
performs very well. 72" WD prop and intercooler.
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental or |
both?
the reservation is an annual fee.
bob noffs
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Brennan" <matronics@bob.brennan.name>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 7:48 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental
or both?
> <matronics@bob.brennan.name>
>
> Rick,
>
> You can reserve an available N-number online for $10 at
> http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/aircraft_certification/aircraft_reg
> istry/n_numbers/, find more info at http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/.
>
> Bob Brennan
> 1991 Model 2 Kitfox
> Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
> Wrightsville Pa
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rick
> Frederick
> Sent: 24 June 2008 1:43 pm
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or
> Experimental
> or both?
>
>
> Hi David,
> I saw this thread and figured I should ask the question...
> I have a Kitfox IV with a rotax 912.
> I'm about 50% done with; about to paint.
> Is there anything special involved in getting an N-number?
> It would be nice to be light sport but I was just planning to apply for
> experimental (amature built).
>
> Thanks Rick.
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "dcsfoto" <david@kelm.com>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 11:44 AM
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental or
> both?
>
>
>>
>> wow what fun My Kitfox 7 is " Experimental Liglt Sport"
>> Got my N number prior to the original Jan 31 08 deadline.
>>
>> Import Aircraft are new aircraft manufactured outside the US to a US FAA
>> TCDS
>> example Falcon 900EX coming to the US the first time,it arrives with a
>> French DGAC issued Export Certificate of Airworthiness.
>>
>> a Kitfox 2 only needs proof that it meets experimental amateur built
>> requirements and make application to FAA to certificate it.
>>
>> contact me offline if you need help
>>
>> David FAA DAR
>> Kitfox 3 and 7
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental or |
both?
It's only an annual fee to hold the number in reserve. I reserved mine in
advance and even though the registration (import from the UK) process took 9
months I was able to finally get the N number I wanted. I only paid one fee
because the number is now registered to me, or more specifically my Kitfox.
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of bob noffs
Sent: 26 June 2008 9:08 am
Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental
or both?
the reservation is an annual fee.
bob noffs
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Brennan" <matronics@bob.brennan.name>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 7:48 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental
or both?
> <matronics@bob.brennan.name>
>
> Rick,
>
> You can reserve an available N-number online for $10 at
>
http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/aircraft_certification/aircraft_reg
> istry/n_numbers/, find more info at http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/.
>
> Bob Brennan
> 1991 Model 2 Kitfox
> Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
> Wrightsville Pa
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rick
> Frederick
> Sent: 24 June 2008 1:43 pm
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or
> Experimental
> or both?
>
>
> Hi David,
> I saw this thread and figured I should ask the question...
> I have a Kitfox IV with a rotax 912.
> I'm about 50% done with; about to paint.
> Is there anything special involved in getting an N-number?
> It would be nice to be light sport but I was just planning to apply for
> experimental (amature built).
>
> Thanks Rick.
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "dcsfoto" <david@kelm.com>
> To: <kitfox-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 11:44 AM
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Model II - Light Sport or Experimental or
> both?
>
>
>>
>> wow what fun My Kitfox 7 is " Experimental Liglt Sport"
>> Got my N number prior to the original Jan 31 08 deadline.
>>
>> Import Aircraft are new aircraft manufactured outside the US to a US FAA
>> TCDS
>> example Falcon 900EX coming to the US the first time,it arrives with a
>> French DGAC issued Export Certificate of Airworthiness.
>>
>> a Kitfox 2 only needs proof that it meets experimental amateur built
>> requirements and make application to FAA to certificate it.
>>
>> contact me offline if you need help
>>
>> David FAA DAR
>> Kitfox 3 and 7
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Model 2 fuel gauge |
Thanks Cory - I had noticed that sunlight shining through the tank was the
only time I could actually see the fuel level accurately, but in the UK a
sunny day is not a normal thing!
Bob
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of corbob13
Sent: 25 June 2008 1:52 pm
Subject: Kitfox-List: 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
--------
Cory
N903DB
Kitfox Model II, Rotax 582
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| Subject: | Model 2 fuel gauge |
Thanks Jim - I think that is what I will do, although I will (somehow) make
sure the top of the tube returns to the top of the fuel tank. Somehow the
thought of having an unusual attitude incident is scary enough, having one
with fuel possibly spilling inside the cabin is *really* scary.
One thought though - my Kitfox is a taildragger and the amount of fuel shown
on the ground would be very different to that shown in level flight if the
tube is any distance aft of the tank. I suppose 2 scales on either side of
the tube should solve that problem.
One more general question to the group - are these sorts of modifications
technically legal on an Experimental Aircraft by the own who is not the
builder? On a Light Sport? I am still researching what "type" to certify my
UK-built Kitfox II as (pardon the dangling participle).
Bob
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim_and_Lucy
Chuk
Sent: 25 June 2008 11:45 am
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model 2 fuel gauge
On my B model Avid, I put a T in the fuel line under the tank and ran a
clear 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
gallon 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 have 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,
Kitfox 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 -0400
>
<matronics@bob.brennan.name>
>
> 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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| Subject: | Model 2 fuel gauge |
Just looked in my newest (2002) CPS catalog and found what you need to plug
the hose back into the tank. Rubber tank
grommet ($.95) and an elbow tank fitting ($1.95) Price is no doubt higher
now, but it shouldn't break the bank. I should
have had the parts available when I changed the windshield, it would have b
een a lot easier to drill the hole in the tank
near the very top of the tank. On an experimental aircraft, anyone can do
any of the work on the plane, except for the
yearly conditional inspection. If the original builder has the repairmans
certifcate for that plane, he can also do the insp.
Hope this helps, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox 4 Mn
From: matronics@bob.brennan.nameTo: kitfox-list@matronics.comSubject: RE: K
itfox-List: Model 2 fuel gaugeDate: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:11:36 -0400
Thanks Jim - I think that is what I will do, although I will (somehow) make
sure the top of the tube returns to the top of the fuel tank. Somehow the
thought of having an unusual attitude incident is scary enough, having one
with fuel possibly spilling inside the cabin is *really* scary.
One thought though - my Kitfox is a taildragger and the amount of fuel show
n on the ground would be very different to that shown in level flight if th
e tube is any distance aft of the tank. I suppose 2 scales on either side o
f the tube should solve that problem.
One more general question to the group - are these sorts of modifications t
echnically legal on an Experimental Aircraft by the own who is not the buil
der? On a Light Sport? I am still researching what "type" to certify my UK-
built Kitfox II as (pardon the dangling participle).
Bob
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-serv
er@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim_and_Lucy ChukSent: 25 June 2008 11:45 am
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
a> &====================> > >
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| Subject: | Model 2 fuel gauge |
Thanks again Jim - you also mentioned "changed the windshield" below which
brings up another important point. My windshield stress-cracked at the bend
point in the top corner so I drilled a small hole at the end to stop further
cracking and covered the crack with prop tape. Now the other side has
cracked in the same way which is why I was looking for a source for prop
tape several emails ago - which I will now buy from the McBeans.
The repair passed the UK Permit To Fly annual inspection and I will find out
next week if my Airworthiness inspector will accept it, but assuming not -
how difficult was it to replace the windshield and where did you get it? I
suspect you have to template and bend it yourself, and a previous owner
didn't heat the bend properly to relieve stress, but that's a detail I will
ask about as needs be.
Bob
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
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From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim_and_Lucy
Chuk
Sent: 26 June 2008 11:05 am
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model 2 fuel gauge
Just looked in my newest (2002) CPS catalog and found what you need to plug
the hose back into the tank. Rubber tank
grommet ($.95) and an elbow tank fitting ($1.95) Price is no doubt higher
now, but it shouldn't break the bank. I should
have had the parts available when I changed the windshield, it would have
been a lot easier to drill the hole in the tank
near the very top of the tank. On an experimental aircraft, anyone can do
any of the work on the plane, except for the
yearly conditional inspection. If the original builder has the repairmans
certifcate for that plane, he can also do the insp.
Hope this helps, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox 4 Mn
_____
From: matronics@bob.brennan.name
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model 2 fuel gauge
Thanks Jim - I think that is what I will do, although I will (somehow) make
sure the top of the tube returns to the top of the fuel tank. Somehow the
thought of having an unusual attitude incident is scary enough, having one
with fuel possibly spilling inside the cabin is *really* scary.
One thought though - my Kitfox is a taildragger and the amount of fuel shown
on the ground would be very different to that shown in level flight if the
tube is any distance aft of the tank. I suppose 2 scales on either side of
the tube should solve that problem.
One more general question to the group - are these sorts of modifications
technically legal on an Experimental Aircraft by the own who is not the
builder? On a Light Sport? I am still researching what "type" to certify my
UK-built Kitfox II as (pardon the dangling participle).
Bob
Bob Brennan
1991 Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
_____
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim_and_Lucy
Chuk
Sent: 25 June 2008 11:45 am
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Model 2 fuel gauge
On my B model Avid, I put a T in the fuel line under the tank and ran a
clear 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
gallon 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 have 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,
Kitfox 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 -0400
>
<matronics@bob.brennan.name>
>
> 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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>
>
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| Subject: | Airshows - Fly-ins WAS W/B issues |
On that note. Hope to see many of you at our Fly-In Labor Day Weekend.
http://www.kitfoxaircraft.com/kaflyin%202008.htm
We will also be at Arlington and Oshkosh.. North Aircraft display at
Oshkosh. We are planning on a informal gathering of Kitfoxer's or
interested parties at Oshkosh.. July 31st, Thursday at the Charcoal pit from
6 pm til...
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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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of patrick reilly
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 5:10 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
John & Deb, Thanks for the info. See you in Oshkosh.
Do not archive
Pat Reilly
mod 3 582 Rebuild
Rockford, IL
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| Subject: | Model 2 fuel gauge |
I changed the windshield out in one afternoon. I bought some .60 lexan fro
m a local commercial glass installer. It actually
cost me half of what it would have been from ACS. I used the old windshiel
d for a pattern and cut and drilled the new one
and used large head aluminum pop rivets with a small washer under the rib s
o it wouldn't pull through. Worked fine for me.
I didn't use any heat to form the compound bends either. Jim Chuk Avids
Kitfox 4 Mn
From: matronics@bob.brennan.nameTo: kitfox-list@matronics.comSubject: RE: K
itfox-List: Model 2 fuel gaugeDate: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:27:21 -0400
Thanks again Jim - you also mentioned "changed the windshield" below which
brings up another important point. My windshield stress-cracked at the bend
point in the top corner so I drilled a small hole at the end to stop furth
er cracking and covered the crack with prop tape. Now the other side has cr
acked in the same way which is why I was looking for a source for prop tape
several emails ago - which I will now buy from the McBeans.
The repair passed the UK Permit To Fly annual inspection and I will find ou
t next week if my Airworthiness inspector will accept it, but assuming not
- how difficult was it to replace the windshield and where did you get it?
I suspect you have to template and bend it yourself, and a previous owner d
idn't heat the bend properly to relieve stress, but that's a detail I will
ask about as needs be.
Bob
Bob Brennan1991 Model 2 KitfoxRotax 582 with 3 blade propWrightsville Pa
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-serv
er@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim_and_Lucy ChukSent: 26 June 2008 11:05 am
Just looked in my newest (2002) CPS catalog and found what you need to plug
the hose back into the tank. Rubber tank grommet ($.95) and an elbow tank
fitting ($1.95) Price is no doubt higher now, but it shouldn't break the
bank. I should have had the parts available when I changed the windshield,
it would have been a lot easier to drill the hole in the tanknear the very
top of the tank. On an experimental aircraft, anyone can do any of the wo
rk on the plane, except for the yearly conditional inspection. If the orig
inal builder has the repairmans certifcate for that plane, he can also do t
he insp.Hope this helps, Jim Chuk Avids Kitfox 4 Mn
From: matronics@bob.brennan.nameTo: kitfox-list@matronics.comSubject: RE: K
itfox-List: Model 2 fuel gaugeDate: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:11:36 -0400
Thanks Jim - I think that is what I will do, although I will (somehow) make
sure the top of the tube returns to the top of the fuel tank. Somehow the
thought of having an unusual attitude incident is scary enough, having one
with fuel possibly spilling inside the cabin is *really* scary.
One thought though - my Kitfox is a taildragger and the amount of fuel show
n on the ground would be very different to that shown in level flight if th
e tube is any distance aft of the tank. I suppose 2 scales on either side o
f the tube should solve that problem.
One more general question to the group - are these sorts of modifications t
echnically legal on an Experimental Aircraft by the own who is not the buil
der? On a Light Sport? I am still researching what "type" to certify my UK-
built Kitfox II as (pardon the dangling participle).
Bob
Bob Brennan1991 Model 2 KitfoxRotax 582 with 3 blade propWrightsville Pa
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-kitfox-list-serv
er@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim_and_Lucy ChukSent: 25 June 2008 11:45 am
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
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> Subject: Kitfox-List: Model 2 fuel gauge> Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:11:54
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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
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message) |
to al subaru runners
I am also running an EA81 with a 2.17 : 1 gear redrive (ross aero)....I jus
t had Ram Engines from Ohio work on my engine and bumped it up to 113 hp...
since getting it back and put back in I have been plaqued with over heating
probalems...both oil and water,,, The water rad is under the belly just ba
ck from the seat....i moved the oil rad to the same place hoping to get som
e extra cooling for the oil...it helped but not enough...my temp is running
about 200-210 for the water and 210-220 for the oil...any ideas or suggest
ions....Ram engines thinks that with the extra power the redrive is the cul
prit(they probably want to sell me theirs)...I run an Ivo medium 2 blade in
flight adjustable...cruise rpm is 4-4400...Ideas???????????????????
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message)> From: janderso
n412@hotmail.com> Date: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:28:52 -0700> To: kitfox-list@ma
hotmail.com>> > I'm running an EA 81 T in my Series 5 and very pleased with
it. 2.2:1 PSRU and performs very well. 72" WD prop and intercooler.> > > >
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| Subject: | Airshows - Fly-ins WAS W/B issues |
John,
You are still planning to be at Lewiston, Idaho September 13th for our Air
Fair? I know that some are looking forward to seeing you here..
Frank
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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of jdmcbean
Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 8:34 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Airshows - Fly-ins WAS W/B issues
On that note. Hope to see many of you at our Fly-In Labor Day Weekend.
http://www.kitfoxaircraft.com/kaflyin%202008.htm
We will also be at Arlington and Oshkosh.. North Aircraft display at
Oshkosh. We are planning on a informal gathering of Kitfoxer's or
interested parties at Oshkosh.. July 31st, Thursday at the Charcoal pit from
6 pm til...
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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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of patrick reilly
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 5:10 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: W/B issues
John & Deb, Thanks for the info. See you in Oshkosh.
Do not archive
Pat Reilly
mod 3 582 Rebuild
Rockford, IL
Release Date: 6/25/2008 4:13 PM
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder seems stiff |
I have a Vixen (Series 5). When I purchased the plane I felt the rudder was a
bit tight. I guess I got used to it. Over time my rudder started getting stiffer
and stiffer. It turned out to be the rudder pedal bushings. They were almost
locked in place. I had to actually machine them down a little bit to make
them fit without binding. The difference was amazing. ...smooth an easy!
Travis :D
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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder seems stiff |
like I said a few days a go.....
> Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 5:34 am Post subject: Re: Rudder seems stiff
>
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> on the ground all controls should be free and easy.
> elevator should fall with gravity. Rudder should be totally free. IF not something
is binding and that is not good.
>
> In the air all controls will get "stiffer" with speed.
>
>
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Rotax Dealer, Ontario Canada
Flying Videos and Kitfox Info
http://www.cfisher.com/
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder seems stiff |
If you have a Maule tailwheel it might have too many friction washers in it.
See if the tailwheel is the culprit.
Jeff
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder seems stiff |
If your rudder is stiff for more than 4 hours, please see a doctor.
Sorry I couldnt resist.
Pete
Kitfox III
912 ul
Hell Paso, TX
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message) |
Can you post a pic of your current set up along with some reference for
measurements?
Rick
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of mic
thiessen
Sent: 2008-06-26 11:32
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message)
to al subaru runners
I am also running an EA81 with a 2.17 : 1 gear redrive (ross aero)....I
just had Ram Engines from Ohio work on my engine and bumped it up to 113
hp...since getting it back and put back in I have been plaqued with over
heating probalems...both oil and water,,, The water rad is under the
belly just back from the seat....i moved the oil rad to the same place
hoping to get some extra cooling for the oil...it helped but not
enough...my temp is running about 200-210 for the water and 210-220 for
the oil...any ideas or suggestions....Ram engines thinks that with the
extra power the redrive is the culprit(they probably want to sell me
theirs)...I run an Ivo medium 2 blade in flight adjustable...cruise rpm
is 4-4400...Ideas???????????????????
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox Suber EA81 (2nd message)
> From: janderson412@hotmail.com
> Date: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:28:52 -0700
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
>
<janderson412@hotmail.com>
>
> I'm running an EA 81 T in my Series 5 and very pleased with it. 2.2:1
PSRU and performs very well. 72" WD prop and intercooler.
>
>
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=189883#189883
>
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