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1. 02:14 AM - Tail wheel spring set up (steve shinabery)
2. 02:22 AM - Re: Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass (steve shinabery)
3. 03:13 AM - Re: Tail wheel spring set up (Michel Verheughe)
4. 03:54 AM - Re: Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass (fox5flyer)
5. 06:57 AM - Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass (kitfoxmike)
6. 07:42 AM - Re: Tail wheel spring set up (John W. Hart)
7. 07:54 AM - Re: Aircraft markings (Bob Brennan)
8. 09:08 AM - Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle (Ryan Wheeler)
9. 09:13 AM - Re: 912 UL runing on 3 cylinders (JetPilot)
10. 10:12 AM - Re: Tail wheel spring set up (Lynn Matteson)
11. 12:12 PM - Storage space in a Model 2 (Bob Brennan)
12. 12:48 PM - Re: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle (Marco Menezes)
13. 02:46 PM - Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (FlyboyTR)
14. 02:47 PM - Re: Storage space in a Model 2 (FlyboyTR)
15. 04:07 PM - Re: Storage space in a Model 2 (Rexinator)
16. 04:26 PM - Cabin Widening (Pat Reilly)
17. 04:39 PM - Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (Bob Brennan)
18. 05:15 PM - Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (steve shinabery)
19. 05:44 PM - Re: Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass (Guy Buchanan)
20. 05:55 PM - Re: Tail wheel spring set up (Guy Buchanan)
21. 05:55 PM - Re: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle (Guy Buchanan)
22. 06:18 PM - Re: Tail wheel spring set up (steve shinabery)
23. 06:43 PM - Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (FlyboyTR)
24. 08:22 PM - Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (corbob13)
25. 11:46 PM - Re: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle (JetPilot)
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| Subject: | Tail wheel spring set up |
I have a KF2,,I have replaced the stock,1 leaf spring.It worked
fine..but to be safe for off airport.I replaced to 3 leaf spring from
Kitfox..BUT now the rear tail wheel does not coster around right.does
not lock in to place.On better looking at the two different leaf
springs,the single+ the Triple sets the angle is different.A big
different .in them...as is now with the new set up..it is in danger of
even ground handing it.it wants to ground loop.braking does not help
much...Could this be the wrong set of leaf springs??does the KF2
different ,or does all KF springs fit all KFs??may be I have the wrong
KF springs??I can not fly this way... :-( What can I do??grounded in
OHIO.....STEVE SHINABERY,,N554KF KF2 582
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass |
kitfoxmike wrote:
>
> Say what you want,
> I fly away from the pattern all the time. I went to Arlington last year, the
kitfox flyin, down to richland, to aurora oregon. Just to name a few. When
I fly long distances I hit every runway along the way, I think it's cool to try
out new patterns. When I went to arlington I went into wenatchee for breakfast
then on to arlington. On the way home i went into cle elum, now that airport
was like a ghost town with winds in the 30's mph. I had to dodge holes in
the asphalt on role out. Don't you dare call me a pattern boy, no way. But
when the weather is bad and most of you stay on the couch and watch tv, well I'm
up there in the pattern, why because there is a big hole and the only open
spot is right over the airport. I spend 30 minutes in pattern and do 30 touch
and go's big deal, the rest of the flight I'm running through the mountain and
a few trees at about 20ft off. I'm putting an RV together because I'm a working
boy and can't spend a week going down to californ!
> ia. I only have a weekend.
>
> since you like to make fun, here's mine. I think you boys that fly a high number
of hours and low amount of landings are afraid to land. I think you pray
before each landing. How's that.
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=191511#191511
>
>
> Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
>
>
>
WOW come on guys..this is going a little far???Right???we are not little
boys here..I do not think that this list is for this Kid school
stuff..We all love to fly and that is why we are here..and that is why
we like to fly our Kitfoxs..we can flyn them any way we want 2.becouse
we can,fly the way we want..NO fights here please...PLease Kiss and make
up...STEVE SHINABERY N554KF KF2 582
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| Subject: | RE: Tail wheel spring set up |
Steve,
I have a Kitfox 3 and last year, after maybe 900 landings, the single leaf broke.
I replaced it with two leafs and I feel quite happy.
What kind of tailwheel do you have? The Maule? The point is: the vertical axis
must be just a tiny bit tilted forward. That is the key to good tailhweel control.
But I don't understand why your wheel now won't free-castor. Have you checked
the unlocking mechanism?
Cheers,
Michel Verheughe
Norway
Kitfox 3 - Jabiru 2200
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass |
groan...
----- Original Message -----
From: "kitfoxmike" <customtrans@qwest.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 9:24 PM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass
>
> Say what you want,
> I fly away from the pattern all the time. I went to Arlington last year,
> the kitfox flyin, down to richland, to aurora oregon. Just to name a few.
> When I fly long distances I hit every runway along the way, I think it's
> cool to try out new patterns. When I went to arlington I went into
> wenatchee for breakfast then on to arlington. On the way home i went into
> cle elum, now that airport was like a ghost town with winds in the 30's
> mph. I had to dodge holes in the asphalt on role out. Don't you dare
> call me a pattern boy, no way. But when the weather is bad and most of
> you stay on the couch and watch tv, well I'm up there in the pattern, why
> because there is a big hole and the only open spot is right over the
> airport. I spend 30 minutes in pattern and do 30 touch and go's big deal,
> the rest of the flight I'm running through the mountain and a few trees at
> about 20ft off. I'm putting an RV together because I'm a working boy and
> can't spend a week going down to californ!
> ia. I only have a weekend.
>
> since you like to make fun, here's mine. I think you boys that fly a high
> number of hours and low amount of landings are afraid to land. I think
> you pray before each landing. How's that.
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=191511#191511
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass |
[quote="Sbennett3(at)AOL.COM"]Custom trans, I dont know your name as you dont
sign your posts. I never made fun, just pointed out that I travel. I'm not a
high hours pilot either. I have 190 hrs on my fox. I'm glad you're enjoying yours.
I'm envious about your rv build. Good luck in your future and fly like
you like not how others want. Steve Bennett
Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007).
> [b]
sounds like I don't belong here
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| Subject: | Tail wheel spring set up |
Check rudder cable tension, tailwheel centering springs tension, and
possibly cable length. Could be that the new leaf spring is a bit longer or
shorter than the original, or is arced differently, effectively lengthening,
or shortening the distance from rudder pedal to rudder control horn.
John Hart
KF IV
Wilburton, OK
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of steve shinabery
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 4:14 AM
Subject: Kitfox-List: Tail wheel spring set up
I have a KF2,,I have replaced the stock,1 leaf spring.It worked
fine..but to be safe for off airport.I replaced to 3 leaf spring from
Kitfox..BUT now the rear tail wheel does not coster around right.does
not lock in to place.On better looking at the two different leaf
springs,the single+ the Triple sets the angle is different.A big
different .in them...as is now with the new set up..it is in danger of
even ground handing it.it wants to ground loop.braking does not help
much...Could this be the wrong set of leaf springs??does the KF2
different ,or does all KF springs fit all KFs??may be I have the wrong
KF springs??I can not fly this way... :-( What can I do??grounded in
OHIO.....STEVE SHINABERY,,N554KF KF2 582
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| Subject: | Aircraft markings |
That's great info Noel, and I'm giving that logo below some serious
consideration.
The guy I bought the airplane from doesn't know details about the paint and
the original builder is uncontactable. However my Owner's Manual specifies
"Stits Poly-Tone or Aero-Thane" and AircraftSpruce offers both finishes in a
variety (unfortunately!) of yellows. I have ordered their free Poly-Fiber
Color Chart and hope to make a safe match with that.
Thanks again for your help, I probably wouldn't have found this info without
it. And wish me luck with first-time spraying!
Bob Brennan
1991 UK 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 Noel Loveys
Sent: 03 July 2008 11:06 pm
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Aircraft markings
You only need to know the brand of the finish on there now... If it is
PolyFibre then you can get the Polyfibre or Aerothane finish. If it is
Randolph then all you need is the butrate dope the same colour. Same thing
for Hi-Pec and most of the other finishes... The first thing to do is to
find out what is there now. The original owner or the guy you bought it
from may be able to help.
The Decals are opaque so they can be applied directly over the existing
finish without using any dope or paint. Heck you won't even need to sand
the finish to apply a decal. Check out the places that make graphics for
cars and or trucks.
I have used the decals to put registration markings on a couple of planes I
worked on. It is just too easy and the marks always go on straight and
square.
Noel
How about just tell the printers you need the white BTW that's close to
the original training colours.
050405-F-1234P-132.jpg
From: owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bob Brennan
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 10:10 PM
Subject: RE: Kitfox-List: Aircraft markings
That's the best suggestion yet Noel, and I see Aircraft Spruce has quite a
few at
http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cspages/flagplacards.php
I also found some actual Kitfox logo decals at
http://www.chiefaircraft.com/airsec/Aircraft/Decals/Logos.html that look
interesting.
Where would I get yellow dope to match what's on the plane? And black (black
should be easy to match!)?
Bob Brennan
1991 UK Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
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| Subject: | Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle |
On every other dual carb Rotax that I have ever seen, the vent hose has always
been a single tube connected to each carb with a few holes in the bottom. I was
looking at the set-up on my 582 while synchronizing the carbs, and on my aircraft
the two inside vent ports have a very short hose that is connecting the
two carbs, and then the two outside ports have long tubes that run down the firewall
to the bottom of the cowling. I assume this is to keep any fuel overflow
from hitting the exhaust, but seems a little different to me. Is this a common
installation, or just something that the original builder dreamed up? Any issues
with linking the two carbs together like that?
Ryan
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| Subject: | Re: 912 UL runing on 3 cylinders |
My Rotax 912-S has also done something like this. It is not to the point of running
on 3 cylinders, but every couple months I spin the prop cold by hand and
there is no compression on one cylinder... I start it up, it flys perfect, and
on the ground I have compression on all cylinders cold for the next several
weeks when I spin the prop. Its only every couple months that I spin the prop
and find no compression on one cylinder. I don't think its carbon though, as
my engine did this with less than 25 hours on it, and its never seen a drop
of 100LL
Mike
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"NO FEAR" - If you have no fear you did not go as fast as you could
have !!!
Kolb MK-III Xtra, 912-S
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| Subject: | Re: Tail wheel spring set up |
Look at the caster angle of the new setup versus the old setup. They
should be similar. In order for the tailwheel to caster (follow the
plane) a projected line drawn through the centerline of the pivot
must hit the ground ahead of the contact point of the wheel on the
ground. It sounds like you have done this, right? If that angle is
off, it could be that the new spring has too much arch in it...or too
little.
I'd check with the seller of the spring.
Lynn Matteson
Kitfox IV Speedster
Jabiru 2200
Status: flying w/545 hrs
On Jul 7, 2008, at 5:14 AM, steve shinabery wrote:
>
> I have a KF2,,I have replaced the stock,1 leaf spring.It worked
> fine..but to be safe for off airport.I replaced to 3 leaf spring
> from Kitfox..BUT now the rear tail wheel does not coster around
> right.does not lock in to place.On better looking at the two
> different leaf springs,the single+ the Triple sets the angle is
> different.A big different .in them...as is now with the new set
> up..it is in danger of even ground handing it.it wants to ground
> loop.braking does not help much...Could this be the wrong set of
> leaf springs??does the KF2 different ,or does all KF springs fit
> all KFs??may be I have the wrong KF springs??I can not fly this
> way... :-( What can I do??grounded in OHIO.....STEVE
> SHINABERY,,N554KF KF2 582
>
>
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| Subject: | Storage space in a Model 2 |
Is there any way to get some storage space in a Model 2? The most I have now
is a fanny pack (in the UK it was a "bum bag" and a "fanny" pack would be
considered unmentionably rude...) on the rear deck for some paperwork and a
few tools.
I know there is a storage bag for later models that fits behind the seats,
is there one for the model 2 or can the bag be made to fit?
I've also seen a "pod" on this list, it appears to mount under the fuselage
at the CG and looks like it will hold a few cubic feet of stuff. Where would
I find one of those?
Any advice or suggestions greatly appreciated, in advance.
Bob Brennan
1991 UK Model 2 Kitfox
Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
Wrightsville Pa
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| Subject: | Re: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle |
Ryan,
-
Could your engine have had the Greensky Adventures HACman system installed
at one time? If so, those 2 long vent lines would have been "T'd" together
and then passed thru the firewall to the HACman controller.
-
Marco Menezes N99KX
Model 2 582-90 C-Box
(with HACman)
--- On Mon, 7/7/08, Ryan Wheeler <rawheels@yahoo.com> wrote:
From: Ryan Wheeler <rawheels@yahoo.com>
Subject: Kitfox-List: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle
On every other dual carb Rotax that I have ever seen, the vent hose has alw
ays been a single tube connected to each carb with a few holes in the botto
m. I was looking at the set-up on my 582 while synchronizing the carbs, and
on my aircraft the two inside vent ports have a very short hose that is co
nnecting the two carbs, and then the two outside ports have long tubes that
run down the firewall to the bottom of the cowling. I assume this is to ke
ep any fuel overflow from hitting the exhaust, but seems a little different
to me. Is this a common installation, or just something that the original
builder dreamed up? Any issues with linking the two carbs together like tha
t?
-
Ryan
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| Subject: | Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE |
For SALE: Luggage/Cargo Bag.
I want to sell the luggage/cargo bag that was originally installed in my Vixen
(Series 5). It is blue in color and is in excellent condition. I replaced it
with the large cargo bag a few months ago. This bag mounts (with Velcro) to
the top seat assembly tube and to the next horizontal support member that is about
14 aft of that. The floor of the bag is larger than the top. It is 18x18
and is made of 1/8 Masonite. It also has the triangle shaped wings on each
side to create the smaller size side pockets. All Velcro is in excellent condition
and there are no known defects in the bag.
I do not know if this was the original cargo bag for the Vixen or not. I havent
looked very close, but it looks like it would fit a Model IV and be more appropriate
to size and capacity. I have noted the baggage sack for the Model IV
sells for $195 and the 5-7 is $295 (which is what I paid for the new large bag).
I would recommend shipping without the wood floor. With just the bag it would
make a small package for shipping. Also, I would suggest going back with Luan
plywood because it would be lighter and warp less than the original Masonite
floor. However, I will ship according to the buyers request. Feel free to ask
any questions.
I am asking $100 firm plus actual shipping costs.
Thanks!
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: Storage space in a Model 2 |
Bob,
Please look at my post for the Luggage/Cargo Bag For Sale.
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: Storage space in a Model 2 |
My M2 has a cargo bag which may be the same that Bob's selling. I
wouldn't know for sure. It hangs to a triange frame opening behind the
seats and seems to match Bob's description. I think you could get a few
dimensions and check if it might work or contact John McBean for
confirmation.
--
Rex Hefferan
SE Colorado / K-II / 582-C / still waiting repairs
Bob Brennan wrote:
>
>Is there any way to get some storage space in a Model 2? The most I have now
>is a fanny pack (in the UK it was a "bum bag" and a "fanny" pack would be
>considered unmentionably rude...) on the rear deck for some paperwork and a
>few tools.
>
>I know there is a storage bag for later models that fits behind the seats,
>is there one for the model 2 or can the bag be made to fit?
>
>I've also seen a "pod" on this list, it appears to mount under the fuselage
>at the CG and looks like it will hold a few cubic feet of stuff. Where would
>I find one of those?
>
>Any advice or suggestions greatly appreciated, in advance.
>
>Bob Brennan
>1991 UK Model 2 Kitfox
>Rotax 582 with 3 blade prop
>Wrightsville Pa
>
>
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Kitfoxers, I am attaching pictures for the 1st time. I want to see if it
will work. I widened my Mod 3 with cedar strips after looking at the
weld on kit that Murle Williams sells. Here are my pictures.
Pat Reilly
Mod 3 582 Rebuild
Rockford, IL
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| Subject: | Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE |
Hi Travis - yes I am interested and the price is ok, I need to just confirm the
measurements first to see if it will fit. From your posting below it sounds like
it is 14" deep at the top and 18" square at the bottom? Do you have any pix?
>From the top seat tube on my Model 2 to the next horizontal frame tube, which
is the front of the fuselage top fabric, is 17". There is a diagonal tube in the
center that goes from that back tube forward and down and looks like it would
prevent a bag unless the bag was in 2 sections. Also the flaperon control tubes
move through that area when the wings fold so I assume the bag would need
to be removed before folding.
Has anyone else put a storage bag in a model 1, 2 or 3? I know the McBeans sell
2 bags but neither are for anything pre-model IV.
Bob Brennan
1991 UK 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 FlyboyTR
Sent: 07 July 2008 5:44 pm
Subject: Kitfox-List: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE
For SALE: Luggage/Cargo Bag.
I want to sell the luggage/cargo bag that was originally installed in my Vixen
(Series 5). It is blue in color and is in excellent condition. I replaced it
with the large cargo bag a few months ago. This bag mounts (with Velcro) to
the top seat assembly tube and to the next horizontal support member that is about
14 aft of that. The floor of the bag is larger than the top. It is 18x18
and is made of 1/8 Masonite. It also has the triangle shaped wings on each
side to create the smaller size side pockets. All Velcro is in excellent condition
and there are no known defects in the bag.
I do not know if this was the original cargo bag for the Vixen or not. I havent
looked very close, but it looks like it would fit a Model IV and be more appropriate
to size and capacity. I have noted the baggage sack for the Model IV
sells for $195 and the 5-7 is $295 (which is what I paid for the new large bag).
I would recommend shipping without the wood floor. With just the bag it would
make a small package for shipping. Also, I would suggest going back with Luan
plywood because it would be lighter and warp less than the original Masonite
floor. However, I will ship according to the buyers request. Feel free to ask
any questions.
I am asking $100 firm plus actual shipping costs.
Thanks!
Travis :D
--------
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: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE |
Bob Brennan wrote:
>
> Hi Travis - yes I am interested and the price is ok, I need to just confirm the
measurements first to see if it will fit. From your posting below it sounds
like it is 14" deep at the top and 18" square at the bottom? Do you have any
pix?
>
> >From the top seat tube on my Model 2 to the next horizontal frame tube, which
is the front of the fuselage top fabric, is 17". There is a diagonal tube in
the center that goes from that back tube forward and down and looks like it would
prevent a bag unless the bag was in 2 sections. Also the flaperon control
tubes move through that area when the wings fold so I assume the bag would need
to be removed before folding.
>
> Has anyone else put a storage bag in a model 1, 2 or 3? I know the McBeans sell
2 bags but neither are for anything pre-model IV.
>
> Bob Brennan
> 1991 UK 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 FlyboyTR
> Sent: 07 July 2008 5:44 pm
> To: kitfox-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Kitfox-List: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE
>
>
> For SALE: Luggage/Cargo Bag.
>
> I want to sell the luggage/cargo bag that was originally installed in my Vixen
(Series 5). It is blue in color and is in excellent condition. I replaced
it with the large cargo bag a few months ago. This bag mounts (with Velcro) to
the top seat assembly tube and to the next horizontal support member that is
about 14 aft of that. The floor of the bag is larger than the top. It is 18x18
and is made of 1/8 Masonite. It also has the triangle shaped wings on each
side to create the smaller size side pockets. All Velcro is in excellent condition
and there are no known defects in the bag.
>
> I do not know if this was the original cargo bag for the Vixen or not. I havent
looked very close, but it looks like it would fit a Model IV and be more appropriate
to size and capacity. I have noted the baggage sack for the Model
IV sells for $195 and the 5-7 is $295 (which is what I paid for the new large
bag).
>
> I would recommend shipping without the wood floor. With just the bag it would
make a small package for shipping. Also, I would suggest going back with Luan
plywood because it would be lighter and warp less than the original Masonite
floor. However, I will ship according to the buyers request. Feel free to
ask any questions.
>
> I am asking $100 firm plus actual shipping costs.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Travis :D
>
> --------
> Travis Rayner
> Mobile, AL
> Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
> Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
> ADI-II Autopilot
> AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
>
>
> Read this topic online here:
>
> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=191659#191659
>
>
> Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
>
>
>
I have a storage bag behind my seat.I have a KF2,,and the wings will
fold with the bag hanging behind the seat..I all so have fiber glass
containers,on each side of the back of the seats.and you can put alot of
stuff into them all so..and then I all so have under each seat..And I
all so have a cargo pod,that looks like a Bomb hanging under the
Kitfox..I have a lot of room for storage..So I can go camping.for 2
people...or if I go by my self...I can haul,,well???all most any thing I
can fit in there..I do not think any of this is made for the KF2 any
more though..it would be nice though..but I guess Kitfox can not have
every thing.as they did in the past..I do though thing that John+ Deb
are doing the best that they can.to supply the Kitfox family..they are
the best to try and help us out,as best as they can..my many thanks to
them..STEVE SHINABERY N554KF KF2 with the little mighty 582
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| Subject: | Re: Kitfox on hard surface compared to grass |
OK everybody. This thread has gotten lost so I'm killing it. Please
refrain from replying further.
Thanks,
Guy Buchanan - Kitfox List Moderator
San Diego, CA
K-IV/1200 w/ 582 C-box & Warp 3 blade
100% and flying thanks mostly to Bob Ducar
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| Subject: | Re: Tail wheel spring set up |
At 02:14 AM 7/7/2008, you wrote:
>Could this be the wrong set of leaf springs??does the KF2
>different ,or does all KF springs fit all KFs??may be I have the
>wrong KF springs??I can not fly this way... :-( What can I do??
If the angle is the only thing different, (meaning you swapped the
entire tailwheel assembly from one to the other,) that has to be the
reason. The pivot should be nearly vertical, with the top slightly
behind the bottom so the wheel doesn't shimmy. I'm guessing yours has
the top WAY behind the bottom, so the wheel wants to flop sideways.
That would be bad. If your pivot angle looks wrong, have a spring
shop bend it for you to the right angle.
Guy Buchanan
San Diego, CA
K-IV/1200 w/ 582 C-box & Warp 3 blade
100% and flying thanks mostly to Bob Ducar
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| Subject: | Re: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle |
At 09:04 AM 7/7/2008, you wrote:
>Is this a common installation, or just something that the original
>builder dreamed up? Any issues with linking the two carbs together like that?
As Marco said, this looks like a partial HACman setup. It could also
be someone's bright idea to get the vent out of the engine
compartment to avoid fire danger. Unfortunately I'm told it's a bad
idea, as it can change the relative pressure between the intake
manifold and the float chamber, the pressure differential that
controls mixture. Rotax has very specific instructions not to change
the vent lines for this reason. The HACman system changes it based on
extensive testing and the ability to manually adjust the mixture.
Guy Buchanan
San Diego, CA
K-IV/1200 w/ 582 C-box & Warp 3 blade
100% and flying thanks mostly to Bob Ducar
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| Subject: | Re: Tail wheel spring set up |
Guy Buchanan wrote:
>
> At 02:14 AM 7/7/2008, you wrote:
>> Could this be the wrong set of leaf springs??does the KF2
>> different ,or does all KF springs fit all KFs??may be I have the
>> wrong KF springs??I can not fly this way... :-( What can I do??
>
> If the angle is the only thing different, (meaning you swapped the
> entire tailwheel assembly from one to the other,) that has to be the
> reason. The pivot should be nearly vertical, with the top slightly
> behind the bottom so the wheel doesn't shimmy. I'm guessing yours has
> the top WAY behind the bottom, so the wheel wants to flop sideways.
> That would be bad. If your pivot angle looks wrong, have a spring shop
> bend it for you to the right angle.
>
>
> Guy Buchanan
> San Diego, CA
> K-IV/1200 w/ 582 C-box & Warp 3 blade
> 100% and flying thanks mostly to Bob Ducar
>
>
> 270.4.6/1538 - Release Date: 7/7/2008 7:40 AM
>
>
Thanks Guy,,every one has helped me..and these are all good ideas..today
I am sending pictures of springs to Kitfox ..what I have..and what needs
to be done.. :-( but grounded 4 now in Ohio.I can not keep doing loops
all down the way.of the run way.trying to get off the ground..all so
looks kind of stupid.. :-P But with all of the kitfox family and
John+Deb at kitfox.hope to have her back in the air again..soon....STEVE
SHINABERY N554KF KF2 582..
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| Subject: | Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE |
Bob,
What is your regular email address? I'll take some pictures and try to get some
measurements.
Travis :)
flyboytr@bellsouth.net
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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: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE |
Bob,
I have a bag installed on my Model II; it's not factory, I made it myself. If
you know the depth you're looking for and the floor size that you want (mine is
14" square if my memory works well) you can measure where you want it to attach
within the frame work behind the seat and sketch it up. Use the sketch to
determine the size and shape of the panels then cut and sew. I used black duck
cloth for the bag and some shoe laces for attaching at the front (seat end)
and velcro for the back (aft end) all from the fabric store. It's not awesome
but does well for holding a spare quart of oil, a few tools and documents.
My description isn't the best but if you're interested in photos let me know,
I'll take a few next time I'm at the hanger. Yes, it needs to be removed for
the wings to fold.
--------
Cory
N903DB
Kitfox Model II, Rotax 582
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| Subject: | Re: Carb vent line install - Rotax 2 cycle |
You most definitely do not want to make those vent lines long or route them out
of the engine compartment ! I know of one case where the builder ran the carburetor
vent lines out the bottom of the plane. The engine wanted to quit on
climbout everytime he started to gain some airspeed, not a good thing to have
happen on a first flight. It almost ended in disaster.
Mike
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"NO FEAR" - If you have no fear you did not go as fast as you could
have !!!
Kolb MK-III Xtra, 912-S
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