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1. 12:00 AM - Re: Rudder pedal covers (Larry Bourne)
2. 05:45 AM - First flights and other nonsense (Ed Steuber)
3. 06:50 AM - Re: First flights and other nonsense (CaptainRon)
4. 06:50 AM - Mkiii top speed (Jim Gerken)
5. 07:11 AM - mk3 classic (zoperman@att.net)
6. 07:25 AM - Re: Kolb Snowbirds (Gherkins Tim-rp3420)
7. 07:39 AM - Re: Mkiii top speed (Richard Pike)
8. 09:43 AM - Re: Seat sling material ()
9. 10:52 AM - Re: Seat sling material (Kirk Smith)
10. 11:02 AM - Re: Kolb Snowbirds (Ed Chmielewski)
11. 05:05 PM - 690L break in continues ()
12. 05:55 PM - Re: 690L break in continues (CaptainRon)
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder pedal covers |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Larry Bourne" <biglar@gogittum.com>
Sounds good. On my brake pedals, I used some anti-skid for boats. Looks
like black sandpaper. Works good so far, for holding the vroom vroom noises
in check. Mitty Lar. Do not Archive.
Larry Bourne
Palm Springs, CA
Kolb Mk III - Vamoose
www.gogittum.com
----- Original Message -----
From: <BKlebon@aol.com>
Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Rudder pedal covers
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: BKlebon@aol.com
>
> I used a pair of inexpensive bicycle handgrips to cover the rudder pedals.
> Just mix a little dish soap with water, coat the inside of the handgrip
and
> slip it in place.
>
>
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| Subject: | First flights and other nonsense |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ed Steuber" <esteuber@rochester.rr.com>
I just have to respond to first flights by pilots with absolutely no experience.....I
think it is OK.......Stupid but OK...Let me explain. We, as citizens
of a freedom loving country, have a perfect right to be wrong as long as we
don't harm anyone else. Get the Federals involved and you lose freedom...The
legal system (lawsuits) is more than enough incentive to keep the majority in
line but you will always have some that will do something crazv no matter what
the control. Then "the government has to do something" crowd jumps in with restrictions
that eventually eliminate the activity. I think you should have the
right to kill yourself.! ! Besides, it helps cleanse the gene pool and eliminates
further problems from future offspring.......My favorite Founding Fathers
Quote (also a favorite of the administrator of this list) is "Give up your freedom
for security, and you deserve neither !
A WW2 army engineer that was involved in overrunning Natzi airfields told
me how he had his first flight as PIC in 1945. His engineer buddies were ordered
to capture undamaged , flyable, German aircraft ...sooooo.... in order to determine
the airworthiness of a German spotter plane they HAD to fly it. Orders
are orders, right? After numerous flights around the patch by him and his buddies
( none of them with any experience) they were ordered to stop because the
"High Command "was worried they would be shot down by our own fighters....Stupid
Stunt ?......Yes !.....But I guess you had to be there ! Just think how
boring the world would be without people like this ? We probably would have lost
the war without them......those little gremlins hide in all of us....he he
he
Before you all start flaming me , you need to understand I have been working
around toxic chemicals as a cropduster for 30 years...it may have negatively
affected my reasoning.... when I started flying ultralights all my friends knew
I was suspect but now own ultralights...go figure!
The problem with assembling the wheels to the axle .....I also had to dissassemble
my wheels and reassemble them on the axle to get everything to line up
and minimize the wobble that is common with the Azusa wheels and brakes. Two
other builders in the area with Challengers had the same problem. The axle of
mine also needed polishing just to slide the bearings on....
Crazy Ed in Western NY
Bob Erb from Rochester....send me your e-mail address
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| Subject: | Re: First flights and other nonsense |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: CaptainRon <CaptainRon@theriver.com>
2/25/03 6:48Ed Steuber
> I also had to dissassemble my wheels and reassemble them on the axle to get
> everything to line up and minimize the wobble that is common with the Azusa
> wheels and brakes. Two other builders in the area with Challengers had the
> same problem. The axle of mine also needed polishing just to slide the
> bearings on....
==================================
Thanks I feel much better. :-) Just got off the phone with Ray at HQ, and he
suspects that the metal enlarges (carbon deposits? kinda makes me suspect to
where all the Hardy's grills ended up at) during heat treatment. So now back
to work, I polished the axel yesterday with fine sandpaper, and it kinda
fits with some pressure, today I hope I can finish both main wheels and
start the tail wheel. I just wanna finish this beast already. :-)
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02/25/2003 08:49:57 AM
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Jim Gerken" <gerken@us.ibm.com>
>--> Kolb-List message posted by: woody <duesouth@govital.net>
> For designing my prop I need to know the max level wot speed of a
>MK111. Does anyone know?
My Mkiii, with 582, C box 2.62:1, Powerfin original, does 93 mph WOT level.
This plane has sped up over the last two years, by 6 mph, due to
aerodynamic improvements. I believe there are three or four more
improvements to go yet, so the final speed may still rise slightly (but
almost certainly will not exceed 95). Kolb advised the Vne to be 100 mph
when I built it in 1997.
My speeds mentioned are gps confirmed.
Jim Gerken
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: zoperman@att.net
Hello folks. I've been lurking on the list for awhile now,and I have
appreciated the great tips. I have 126 hrs on my mk3, and now am putting it up
for sale.
1996, mk3 classic. N numbered. 582 with carb heaters, warp w/ss
inserts.Electric starter, c-box.Drum brakes, single stick,throttle.Flys well.
$13,500, floats 1500{lotus]. In Maine.
My wife wants to fly with me, but not in the kolb. So, I'm recovering a cub
and going that route. On floats, of course.
207 372 8181
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: Gherkins Tim-rp3420 <rp3420@motorola.com>
Terry,
I'll go camera crazy! Are you wanting to see details of the wing mounts for for
in flight camera's? Let me know in detail what you want, and I'll click away!
Tim
-----Original Message-----
From: Terry [mailto:tswartz@hydrosoft.net]
Subject: RE: Kolb-List: Kolb Snowbirds
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Terry" <tswartz@hydrosoft.net>
Tim,
I won't make it from snowy PA, but I sure would like to see some photos of
his photography setup. I plan to do a little more photography this summer
and would rather not reinvent the wheel. I you happen to get a few shots,
please send them my way.
Terry
do not archive
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Gherkins
Tim-rp3420
Subject: RE: Kolb-List: Kolb Snowbirds
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Gherkins Tim-rp3420 <rp3420@motorola.com>
Kolbers,
Just wanted to report on our BBQ and Kolb Bull session we are going to host
this Saturday March 1st here in Gilbert, AZ. Just got a RSVP from Adriel
Heisey. Adriel is a free lance photographer and owns a Twinstar w/ a 912
Rotax. He is going to show up and give us a multi-media presentation on his
work with aerial photography using his Kolb. Oh Boy , now I'm excited!!
Adreil is going to also bring his Twinstar. He will camp out in the east
valley and do some shoots later that day.
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| Subject: | Re: Mkiii top speed |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Richard Pike <rwpike@charter.net>
Are there any online pictures of the improvements for us to look at?
Richard Pike
MKIII N420P (420ldPoops)
Do Not Archive
At 08:49 AM 2/25/03 -0600, you wrote:
>--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Jim Gerken" <gerken@us.ibm.com>
>
>
>My Mkiii, with 582, C box 2.62:1, Powerfin original, does 93 mph WOT level.
>This plane has sped up over the last two years, by 6 mph, due to
>aerodynamic improvements.
>
>Jim Gerken
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Seat sling material |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: <rowedl@highstream.net>
Kirk,
I also think Johns idea of using lighter fabric for the baggage
compartments is the way to go. I measured my trampoline scraps and found
that they are just big enough to make two seats out of. I think I'll put
mom to work on those to have em on the shelf should I ever need new highny
holders. Been keeping her busy lately making seat cushions and dust covers
for all the lexan enclosure.
If this cold ever leaves, I'll get this beast broke in, its twenty degrees
here.
Enough already!
Denny
Mk-3 N616DR 690L-70
Leechburg, PA
----- Original Message -----
From: Kirk Smith <snuffy@usol.com>
Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Seat sling material
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Kirk Smith" <snuffy@usol.com>
>
> Thanks Denny,
>
> I plan on using the material as storage compartment material . Kirk
>
> > The seats are made of trampoline material, we bought one a couple years
> ago
> > and I noticed that it is the exact same stuff as my Mk-3 seats. There
was
> > some scrap pieces in the trampoline box that I saved in case I could use
> it
> > for spare seats, I'll check the garage to see if they are big enough to
> make
> > seats from.
> >
> > Denny Rowe
> >
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Seat sling material |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Kirk Smith" <snuffy@usol.com>
> If this cold ever leaves, I'll get this beast broke in, its twenty degrees
> here.
> Enough already!
> Denny
Tell me about it heh. Got 18 inches of ice on the pond...Snuf
DO NOT ARCHIVE
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| Subject: | Re: Kolb Snowbirds |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ed Chmielewski" <edchmiel@mindspring.com>
Hi Tim,
I knew a Craig Nelson years ago here in Michigan, a former Navy heli
pilot as I recall. I know there are a lot of similar named folks (TV's
"Coach"), but ask him if he flew in Pontiac about 1988-1990. Thanks, hope
to see you fellows soon.
Ed
----- Original Message -----
From: "Gherkins Tim-rp3420" <rp3420@motorola.com>
Subject: RE: Kolb-List: Kolb Snowbirds
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: Gherkins Tim-rp3420 <rp3420@motorola.com>
>
> Kolbers,
> Just wanted to report on our BBQ and Kolb Bull session we are going to
host this Saturday March 1st here in Gilbert, AZ. Just got a RSVP from
Adriel Heisey. Adriel is a free lance photographer and owns a Twinstar w/ a
912 Rotax. He is going to show up and give us a multi-media presentation on
his work with aerial photography using his Kolb. Oh Boy , now I'm excited!!
Adreil is going to also bring his Twinstar. He will camp out in the east
valley and do some shoots later that day. We also have John Jung, Dave, Vic
and many others showing up. The more the planes the better. We have plenty
of room for many trailers and planes to be set up. Jim Hefner, I know your
on this list, sure would love to have a Firefly there to round out the
collection? Stephen, I hope your trailer will be there (call me).
> We will have soda's buns and condiments, and dessert there, just bring
your own chicken/beef/fish. We will have a grill and a barbeque ready to
cook for you.
>
> Tim and Craig, both currently building a Firestar II and Mark III Extra.
> Do not archive
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| Subject: | 690L break in continues |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: <rowedl@highstream.net>
Kolbers,
Today Linda and I said Damn the cold, lets start the airplane.
Things went very well, we ran it for a total of 20 minutes in 7 minute intervals.
Also cranked the Powerfin pitch up to about where we expect to fly it, about
13 degrees.
As we are still in the first hour of break-in, we did not exceed 4000 rpms. Only
let it there for a second or two, as it felt like it wanted to drag the van
up the icy driveway. :-) I get the seat of the pants feeling that this thing
is going to fly at extreamly low power settings. Definitly a robust power package.
Adjusted the idle to 2100 rpm, throttle response seems great and the engine is
extreamly smooth and surprisingly quiet.
Let it idle a while before final shut down and after she cooled off I checked all
three plugs. They are all a real nice light brown, so I guess the idle air
screws settings are in the ball park.
I'll keep you posted on our progress.
Denny Rowe
Mk-3 N616DR 2SI 690L-70 2.65 to 1,Three blade 68" F model Powerfin
Leechburg PA
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| Subject: | Re: 690L break in continues |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: CaptainRon <CaptainRon@theriver.com>
Cool report :-)
Of late I have started getting interested in the 2SI again. So your report
is really good.
Do not archive
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> --> Kolb-List message posted by: <rowedl@highstream.net>
>
> Kolbers,
> Today Linda and I said Damn the cold, lets start the airplane.
> Things went very well, we ran it for a total of 20 minutes in 7 minute
> intervals. Also cranked the Powerfin pitch up to about where we expect to fly
> it, about 13 degrees.
> As we are still in the first hour of break-in, we did not exceed 4000 rpms.
> Only let it there for a second or two, as it felt like it wanted to drag the
> van up the icy driveway. :-) I get the seat of the pants feeling that this
> thing is going to fly at extreamly low power settings. Definitly a robust
> power package.
> Adjusted the idle to 2100 rpm, throttle response seems great and the engine is
> extreamly smooth and surprisingly quiet.
> Let it idle a while before final shut down and after she cooled off I checked
> all three plugs. They are all a real nice light brown, so I guess the idle
> air screws settings are in the ball park.
> I'll keep you posted on our progress.
>
> Denny Rowe
> Mk-3 N616DR 2SI 690L-70 2.65 to 1,Three blade 68" F model Powerfin
> Leechburg PA
>
>
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