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1. 03:35 AM - Re: MK lll Trim (Jim Ballenger)
2. 04:42 AM - do not archive (Mike Pierzina)
3. 05:12 AM - Re: Apology to all on the Kolb list (ray anderson)
4. 05:26 AM - Re: Winter flying (ElleryWeld@aol.com)
5. 05:38 AM - elevator trim (robert bean)
6. 05:51 AM - Re: Winter flying (russ kinne)
7. 06:13 AM - Re: do not archive (Eugene Zimmerman)
8. 06:13 AM - Archives (Chris Mallory)
9. 06:56 AM - MKII gear legs (Charles Blackwell)
10. 07:01 AM - Re: elevator trim (Denny Rowe)
11. 07:14 AM - Re: MKII gear legs (Chris Mallory)
12. 07:33 AM - Cheap scale to measure thrust (HShack@aol.com)
13. 07:50 AM - Re: Archives (ray anderson)
14. 08:34 AM - Re: Archives (Richard & Martha Neilsen)
15. 08:59 AM - Lake Lanier For Seaplanes (skyrider2)
16. 10:06 AM - Whatever (Mike Pierzina)
17. 10:47 AM - Re: Whatever (Larry Cottrell)
18. 11:02 AM - Re: Whatever (ray anderson)
19. 05:28 PM - Re: MK lll Trim (Cat36Fly@aol.com)
20. 06:21 PM - Stuck Throttle Cable Splitter (frank & margie)
21. 06:42 PM - Stuck Throttle Cable Splitter (frank & margie)
22. 07:01 PM - Re: Stuck Throttle Cable Splitter (robert bean)
23. 07:54 PM - Re: (ElleryWeld@aol.com)
24. 08:57 PM - Re: do not archive (woody)
25. 09:11 PM - Re: typing classes (Larry Bourne)
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Jim Ballenger" <ulpilot@cavtel.net>
Larry
Great news about the trim tab. I have a question about your 1000' ROC at 55
mph with 5800rpm. Are you climbing with your throttle wide open? With mine
I'm getting 6200 - 6400 rpm on climb out with WOT. I climb out with all the
throttle I have to take advantage of all the cooling of the main jet has to
offer.
Jim Ballenger
MK III X 582
Virginia Beach, VA
Do Not Archive
----- Original Message -----
From: <Cat36Fly@aol.com>
Subject: Kolb-List: MK lll Trim
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: Cat36Fly@aol.com
>
> The Delaware Kolb has had a heavy left wing since birth (no surprise
> here).
> Tried to adjust it out to no avail. Yesterday I installed a trim tab per
> the
> factory drawings (14 "wide) on the right flaperon and test flew today.
> What a
> difference! I've done no trimming to the tab and it is almost perfect.
> Much
> more relaxed flying and better response. Will do the elevator next as it
> still pitches up a bit at high power settings.
>
> Flying this evening I was getting a 1000' rate of climb with 5800 rpm and
> 55
> mph indicated. Not too shabby for a 582 huh? That was with 10 gal and 160
> LB
> pilot.
>
> Larry Tasker
> 615RT
>
> do not archive
>
>
>
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: Mike Pierzina <planecrazzzy@yahoo.com>
Hi Crash,
After reading it again....I guess your question SHOULD go into the
archives...because if somebody is looking for questions to ask.....Oooops, there
it is !
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Icrashrc@aol.com
Please share more information on the trim system. Was it posted on the
Kolb
list? Are there any pictures posted?
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
I wasn't able to find anything
more in the
archives but I'm not the best at searching either. Thank you!
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.
Do you know WHY you probly couldn't find the info you were searching for.....You
probly "GAVE UP" because of
all the clutter that you had to sift through.......
Your not the only one I've ever wrote about "do not archive".....and I'm not the
only one that TRIES to tell others not to archive GARBAGE......
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
{tapping my fingers waiting for my Mark III X to show up}
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>..
I hope to hear about your building project soon....Gotta Fly...
Mike in MN
Do Not Archive
My Web Site:
http://www.geocities.com/planecrazzzy/Planecrazzzy.html
Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down...
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| Subject: | Re: Apology to all on the Kolb list |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: ray anderson <rsanoa@yahoo.com>
Scott,
Ignore the impolite, know it all , horses ass of a jerk in Minn. I find
it very difficult at times to use the Archives. Just not as brilliant as the
horses ass. You are new on the list and are welcome whether you ever use the
Archives. Hang in there, there are plenty of decent , helpful Kolb folks out
there, just pretend you never heard from the one boob who can't be kept from
using the list.
Ray Anderson
UltraStar, in Bell Buckle,TN where we are brought up with some manners.
DO NOT ARCHIVE
Icrashrc@aol.com wrote:
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Icrashrc@aol.com
Apparently I've violated some secret elevator trim handshake and have left at
least one person offended. While I knew not to ask the dreaded Seafoam
question I had no idea asking a simple question could be so offensive. I've been
lurking here a while now, finally bought a kit and figured I could ask a question
or two. Guess I was wrong. I'll have to trade up to a Fergie I guess [see, I
know I wasn't supposed to say that]! Ya'll take care, I'm going back to silent
mode.
Scott
In a message dated 11/12/2005 8:31:48 AM US Eastern Standard Time,
planecrazzzy@yahoo.com writes:
Hi,
One of the BIGGEST reasons it's hard to find something in the
archives....
It's because people put the kind of CRAP , like what YOU just added to them
!!!
Gotta Fly...
Mike in MN N381PM
Time: 05:00:35 AM PST US
From: Icrashrc@aol.com
Subject: Kolb-List: Mark III vs Mark III Xtra
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Icrashrc@aol.com
Please share more information on the trim system. Was it posted on the
Kolb
list? Are there any pictures posted? I wasn't able to find anything
more in the
archives but I'm not the best at searching either. Thank you!
Scott Thompson
{tapping my fingers waiting for my Mark III X to show up}
My Web Site:
http://www.geocities.com/planecrazzzy/Planecrazzzy.html
Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way
down...
do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: Winter flying |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: ElleryWeld@aol.com
Russ could you send me a copy of that Hold-Harmless Release to protect my
self that would work great for me I could email it out for people to sign and
Buyer can send it back with payment
Ellery in Maine
Original Firestar
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: robert bean <slyck@frontiernet.net>
When I first looked at the contraption of springs and levers for MkIII
elevator trim, I too was a bit put off. -But the thing works!
Stick pressures in pitch are like a cub anyway so you really
aren't overcoming much. If you are ambitious and want an elegant
(electric?) system, go for it. A stabilizer screw/jackpost like on the
MD80?
-BB do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: Winter flying |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: russ kinne <kinnepix@earthlink.net>
Ellery
Wilco but it will be awhile --
Russ
do not archive
On Nov 13, 2005, at 8:25 AM, ElleryWeld@aol.com wrote:
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: ElleryWeld@aol.com
>
> Russ could you send me a copy of that Hold-Harmless Release to protect
> my
> self that would work great for me I could email it out for people to
> sign and
> Buyer can send it back with payment
>
> Ellery in Maine
> Original Firestar
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: do not archive |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Eugene Zimmerman <eugenezimmerman@dejazzd.com>
Dear Crazzzy,
Please remember to use the "DO NOT POST " option when YOU write to
new builders on the Kolb list.
WHAT GOOD IS THE ARCHIVE IF THE PEOPLE WITH THE QUESTIONS ARE DRIVEN
AWAY?
Using the option of not archiving is completely voluntary for each
individual but is a totally unnecessary.
A good search engine can deal with all the drivel you will ever write.
YOU can not control what others write but you can make them feel
unwelcome on the Kolb list whenever you try.
Please DO archive.
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Chris Mallory" <wcm@tampabay.rr.com>
Fellow Kolbers,
Friday last I posted a Veterans day greeting to all on the list who had
served in the Armed Forces, as a vet and the son of a son of a son of a son
of a vet I did this out of deep respect.
I inadvertently and mistakenly neglected to add "do not archive" for which I
apologize
My oversight earned me this reply (which I am including) I have been called
a lot of things but never anything so insulting and hurtful (under the
circumstances).
I really don't think that the "Kolb List" is a forum for personal attacks or
judgmental comments ..... it's supposed to be a brotherhood.
"Yeah, I'm a Viet Nam Vet.....Why are
you posting it on my "KOLB" site without
A FREAKIN "do not archive"
You just don't get it do
ya......must be a commie !"
Gotta Fly...
Mike in MN N381PM
Chris Mallory
do not archive
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: Charles Blackwell <wozani@optonline.net>
Can someone please tell me the size of the Mk II gear legs, are they 1 1/4"
or 1 3/8"? I'm switching from the original sleeved gear to the solid
aluminum. Travis thinks they are 1 1/4" but I can't tell without taking my
out first.
Bob
Mk II 503 SCSI
Bob,
The Firestar II legs are the same, if that information helps. I
bought a set from TNK last year. Maybe they can look up my order for you
and give you the information. I'll measure them the next time I'm out at
the airport. But the gear leg to axle bracket is the wrong angle, use the
MKIII bracket if replacing that piece too.
Charlie Blackwell, MKII in NJ
Do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: elevator trim |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Denny Rowe" <rowedl@highstream.net>
I agree with Bob B, The stock elevator trim is straight forward and simple,
just the way Homer liked things to be. I am totally satisfied with my Mk-3s
elevator trim and have only seen folks have trouble with it when they set in
too much spring preload when swaging the cables.
The real nice thing about it is no extra tabs hanging off the tail.
Denny Rowe, Mk-3 PA
do not archive
----- Original Message -----
From: "robert bean" <slyck@frontiernet.net>
Subject: Kolb-List: elevator trim
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: robert bean <slyck@frontiernet.net>
>
> When I first looked at the contraption of springs and levers for MkIII
> elevator trim, I too was a bit put off. -But the thing works!
> Stick pressures in pitch are like a cub anyway so you really
> aren't overcoming much. If you are ambitious and want an elegant
> (electric?) system, go for it. A stabilizer screw/jackpost like on the
> MD80?
> -BB do not archive
>
>
> --
> Checked by AVG Free Edition.
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: MKII gear legs |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Chris Mallory" <wcm@tampabay.rr.com>
I have a new set of legs for the Firestar II and they measure 1 1/4".
CM
do not archive
----- Original Message -----
From: "Charles Blackwell" <wozani@optonline.net>
Subject: Kolb-List: MKII gear legs
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: Charles Blackwell <wozani@optonline.net>
>
> Can someone please tell me the size of the Mk II gear legs, are they 1
> 1/4"
>
> or 1 3/8"? I'm switching from the original sleeved gear to the solid
>
> aluminum. Travis thinks they are 1 1/4" but I can't tell without taking
> my
>
> out first.
>
>
> Bob
>
> Mk II 503 SCSI
>
>
> Bob,
>
> The Firestar II legs are the same, if that information helps.
> I
> bought a set from TNK last year. Maybe they can look up my order for you
> and give you the information. I'll measure them the next time I'm out at
> the airport. But the gear leg to axle bracket is the wrong angle, use the
> MKIII bracket if replacing that piece too.
>
>
> Charlie Blackwell, MKII in NJ
>
> Do not archive
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Cheap scale to measure thrust |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: HShack@aol.com
We have found an inexpensive scale to measure the thrust of your "vehicle".
It's a 440 Pound Big Game Scale as manufactured by "Moultrie Feeders".
MFH-S440
We ordered ours from Bass Pro Shops. About $20, plus frt.
Howard Shackleford
FS II
SC
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: ray anderson <rsanoa@yahoo.com>
Chris and Scott, I'm posting DO archive'. I want it posted so when someone
searches for word 'jerk', this will come up.
Ray- UltraStar, Tenn.
< One of the BIGGEST reasons it's hard to find something in the
archives.... It's because people put the kind of CRAP , like what YOU just added
to
them >
< "Yeah, I'm a Viet Nam Vet.....Why are you posting it on my "KOLB" site without
A FREAKIN "do not archive" You just don't get it do ya......must be a commie
!" > ( MY Web Site ??? ) La de Da
Mike in MN N381PM
Chris Mallory <wcm@tampabay.rr.com> wrote:
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Chris Mallory"
Fellow Kolbers,
Friday last I posted a Veterans day greeting to all on the list who had
served in the Armed Forces, as a vet and the son of a son of a son of a son
of a vet I did this out of deep respect.
I inadvertently and mistakenly neglected to add "do not archive" for which I
apologize
My oversight earned me this reply (which I am including) I have been called
a lot of things but never anything so insulting and hurtful (under the
circumstances).
I really don't think that the "Kolb List" is a forum for personal attacks or
judgmental comments ..... it's supposed to be a brotherhood.
Chris Mallory
do not archive
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Richard & Martha Neilsen" <NeilsenRM05@comcast.net>
All
Please play nice!!!!!!!
If you are going to appoint yourself as the list monitor do it nicely. We
are here teach, learn, entertain and generally enjoy our Kolbs. Everyone is
welcome.
Matt has published some very good rules that we all need to follow. If
someone strays go ahead and comment if you are so inclined but do it nicely.
My $0.02 worth
do not archive
Rick Neilsen
Redrive VW powered MKIIIc
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| Subject: | Lake Lanier For Seaplanes |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "skyrider2" <skyrider2@earthlink.net>
Hi Brian,
Unfortunately, Lake Lanier is off limits for seaplane ops. Has been for as
long as I can remember. Local to the Atlanta area though, the Corp used to
allow seaplane activity on Lake Alatoona, on a limited basis. Not sure if
it still does. It went something like this:
During the summer months from Memorial Day to Labor Day -- Monday
through Friday during daylight hours, No weekends.
During the Fall, Winter and Spring months -- 7 days a week during
daylight hours.
I don't know why they didin't have similar rules for Lake Lanier since it's
so much larger. I guess the boat traffic was the problem.
I once landed a single seat amphibious Buccaneer UL on Lanier during an
emergency landing. The single banger, Rotax 277, shook so much on it's soft
rubber mounts, that it vibrated the carburetor out of the rubber mounting
flange and of course the engine quit. I had just been doing some low
altitude "cruising" out over the lake when it happened. I had taken off
about 20 miles away from the lake and shortly after arriving over the water,
it got quiet. I was quite a ways out in the lake with no way to reach the
engine from the cockpit (The engine was mounted on top of the wing). The
hull started taking on water from the waves of boats and jetskis. Things
were looking grim. The carb was "dangling" from the throttle cable but not
in the lake.
A fisherman stopped by and let me stand on the front of his bassboat while
using a butter knife out of his tacklebox as a screwdriver, to tighten the
carb back on. Cranked it back up and since it was almost sunset, I flew
over to the beachside of Lake Lanier Islands. Taxied up on the beach and
tied down for the night. Next morning flew it back home. Changed the
engine out to a 447 the next week.
Another one of those, "I learned about flying from that" type of
stories..........
Fly safely,
Doug Lawton
NE Georgia & Whitwell, TN
Matthews Field and Gliderport
PS I'm in the process of landing gear repair. Mine, not the airplane's.
Had ankle and tendon repair surgery last monday and will be in a cast and on
crutches for six weeks........;
(
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: Mike Pierzina <planecrazzzy@yahoo.com>
Ray,
I didn't swear on the "list".......and my messages were sent "OFF LIST"
and then dragged onto the list by
others....
and if you really want the word "JERK" to pop up in the archives.....add search
words like :
Propeller
Rotax
Brakes
Tires
EIS
ELT
Oil
Seafoam
Stits
Polytone
Polyspray
Firestar
Firefly
Ultrastar
aluminum
Rivets
Chromemoly
"know it all" ??? I don't answer questions....I just share my building....
Gotta Fly...
Mike in MN N381PM
My Web Site:
http://www.geocities.com/planecrazzzy/Planecrazzzy.html
Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down...
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Larry Cottrell" <lcottrel@kfalls.net>
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mike Pierzina" <planecrazzzy@yahoo.com>
Subject: Kolb-List: Whatever
>
> "know it all" ??? I don't answer questions....I just share my
> building....
>
>
> Gotta Fly...
> Mike in MN N381PM
>
>
I was also offended by your response to the poor guy. Perhaps you should not
be quite so generous with you sharing.
Larry, Oregon
do not archive
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: ray anderson <rsanoa@yahoo.com>
OK Mike, we're all Kolb friends again, and as my wife constantly reminds my children,
grandchildren, and great grandchildren ( 13 ), 'Now children, play nice'.
When one is almost 88, just lost an eye, had to give up my motorcycle, just
lost my nearest and dearest 3 yr. old great grandchild in a terrible drowning
accident, badly need a hip replacement, don't even think or dream about Viagra,
one sometimes carries a short fuse. ( Other than that Mrs. Lincoln, did
you enjoy the play?) I'm not giving up the UltraStar.
Ray, UltraStar
DO NOT ARCHIVE
Mike Pierzina <planecrazzzy@yahoo.com> wrote:
--> Kolb-List message posted by: Mike Pierzina
Ray,
I didn't swear on the "list".......and my messages were sent "OFF LIST" and then
dragged onto the list by
others....
and if you really want the word "JERK" to pop up in the archives.....add search
words like :
Propeller
Rotax
Brakes
Tires
EIS
ELT
Oil
Seafoam
Stits
Polytone
Polyspray
Firestar
Firefly
Ultrastar
aluminum
Rivets
Chromemoly
"know it all" ??? I don't answer questions....I just share my building....
Gotta Fly...
Mike in MN N381PM
My Web Site:
http://www.geocities.com/planecrazzzy/Planecrazzzy.html
Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down...
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: Cat36Fly@aol.com
Jim;
My climb was at WOT. I am not sure my tach is dead on as I seldom see 6000
RPM. I plan to do some prop pitch testing after I get the critter to do fairly
straight and level. So far the weather gods have been good to me and I got
1.7 in on Saturday.
Next is an elevator trim tab by next weekend!
Larry
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| Subject: | Stuck Throttle Cable Splitter |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "frank & margie" <frank-margie@worldnet.att.net>
A friend who flies from the same field I do had the throttle on his Kolb freeze
at the 3/4 open position. As Murphy would have it, he was at the end of a low
pass over the runway at the time. Anything else but a Kolb would probably not
have made it over the trees at the end of the runway. (He couldn't reach the
ignition switch to shut it off; he will be relocating the switch.) (He might
give himself a little more leeway next time too----.)
The problem was in the splitter. It's a three into one on an oil injected 503DC.
The single throttle cable that enters the bottom of the splitter was prevented
from being centered in the brass plug (inside the splitter) because the slot
in the brass was not wide enough (at the bottom of the slot) for the cable
to fit more than 1/2 way into it. The resulting sideways pull on the brass plug
eventually scored the soft aluminum barrel, and finally built up enough of
an aluminum ridge to freeze the unit solid.
The splitter was bought about 5 years ago. I have the same engine setup on my
Flightstar, and it's also around 5 years old. We found the same problem in mine,
only not yet scored enough to seize.
Y'all might want to check your splitters. (Hope I'm not repeating an old story
here. I lurk on this list most of the time, but I was away for awhile this summer.
I couldn't find anything in the archives, and maybe I can save somebody
else from an event that might ruin their whole morning---.)
Frank Clyma
Orange Park, FL
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| Subject: | Stuck Throttle Cable Splitter |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "frank & margie" <frank-margie@worldnet.att.net>
A friend who flies from the same strip I do had the throttle on his Kolb freeze
at the 3/4 open position. As Murphy would have it, he was at the end of a low
pass over the runway at the time. Anything other than a Kolb would probably
not have made it over the trees at the end of the runway. (He couldn't reach
the ignition to turn it off; he will be relocating the ignition switch. He will
probably give himself a little more leeway next time too---)
The problem was in the splitter. It's a 3 into 1 on an oil injected 503DC. The
single throttle cable that enters the splitter from the bottom was not centered
in the brass plug inside the unit. The bottom 1/2 of the slot in the brass
was not wide enough to let the cable go all the way in, and the resulting sideways
pull on the brass plug eventually scored the soft aluminum barrel enough
to form a ridge that froze the plug.
The splitter was bought about 5 years ago. I have the same engine setup on my
Flightstar, and we found the same problem in mine, only not yet to the point of
freezing the motion of the plug.
Y'all might want to check your splitters. (Hope I'm not repeating an old story
here. I lurk on this list most of the time, but I was away for awhile this summer,
and I couldn't find anything in the archives. Maybe the info will save
somebody from an event that could ruin their whole morning---.)
Frank Clyma
Jacksonville, FL
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| Subject: | Re: Stuck Throttle Cable Splitter |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: robert bean <slyck@frontiernet.net>
Frank, you got us waiting for "the rest of the story". How did he
manage the landing?
-BB, do not archive
On 13, Nov 2005, at 9:38 PM, frank & margie wrote:
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: "frank & margie"
> <frank-margie@worldnet.att.net>
>
> A friend who flies from the same strip I do had the throttle on his
> Kolb freeze at the 3/4 open position. As Murphy would have it, he was
> at the end of a low pass over the runway at the time. Anything other
> than a Kolb would probably not have made it over the trees at the end
> of the runway. (He couldn't reach the ignition to turn it off; he
> will be relocating the ignition switch. He will probably give himself
> a little more leeway next time too---)
>
> The problem was in the splitter. It's a 3 into 1 on an oil injected
> 503DC. The single throttle cable that enters the splitter from the
> bottom was not centered in the brass plug inside the unit. The bottom
> 1/2 of the slot in the brass was not wide enough to let the cable go
> all the way in, and the resulting sideways pull on the brass plug
> eventually scored the soft aluminum barrel enough to form a ridge that
> froze the plug.
>
> The splitter was bought about 5 years ago. I have the same engine
> setup on my Flightstar, and we found the same problem in mine, only
> not yet to the point of freezing the motion of the plug.
>
> Y'all might want to check your splitters. (Hope I'm not repeating an
> old story here. I lurk on this list most of the time, but I was away
> for awhile this summer, and I couldn't find anything in the archives.
> Maybe the info will save somebody from an event that could ruin their
> whole morning---.)
>
> Frank Clyma
> Jacksonville, FL
>
>
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--> Kolb-List message posted by: ElleryWeld@aol.com
Is anyone on the list using a four stroke auto engine converted to fit on a
firestar I want to get into a longer life engine
I would like to hear any ideas anyone might have
Thanks in advance
Ellery , Firestar
do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: do not archive |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "woody" <duesouth@govital.net>
I try to use do not archive when offering unwanted opinions on the list.
However I am a poor typist and like many find it a lot of extra typing.
Perhaps Matt could change the "do not archive" rule and also accept 4 X'S in
a row ( xxxx ) as meaning do not archive. Would simplify things and may be
used more often. Just another dumb idea from Canada.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Eugene Zimmerman" <eugenezimmerman@dejazzd.com>
Subject: Re: Kolb-List: do not archive
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: Eugene Zimmerman
<eugenezimmerman@dejazzd.com>
>
> Dear Crazzzy,
>
> Please remember to use the "DO NOT POST " option when YOU write to
> new builders on the Kolb list.
>
> WHAT GOOD IS THE ARCHIVE IF THE PEOPLE WITH THE QUESTIONS ARE DRIVEN
> AWAY?
>
> Using the option of not archiving is completely voluntary for each
> individual but is a totally unnecessary.
> A good search engine can deal with all the drivel you will ever write.
>
> YOU can not control what others write but you can make them feel
> unwelcome on the Kolb list whenever you try.
>
>
> Please DO archive.
>
>
> --
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: typing classes |
--> Kolb-List message posted by: "Larry Bourne" <biglar@gogittum.com>
Wheee-eeewwww, Woody............for a second there I thought you were saying
XXX, and wondered what you were suggesting. :-) lol Lar.
Do not Archive. xxxx
P.S. In 9th grade, lo, those many years ago, I was stuck with a choice of
cooking class or typing class. No manly young man of the time would be seen
dead in a girl's cooking class, of course, so I took typing. One of the
best things I ever did. Like bicycle riding, you never forget, and it stood
me in good stead from time to time over the years. Since getting a
computer, (8 yrs ago, now) it's really been a useful benefit. Might be
worth taking a class, eh ?? Lar, again.
Do not Archive. xxxx
Larry Bourne
Palm Springs, CA
Building Kolb Mk III
N78LB Vamoose
www.gogittum.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "woody" <duesouth@govital.net>
Subject: Re: Kolb-List: do not archive
> --> Kolb-List message posted by: "woody" <duesouth@govital.net>
>
> I try to use do not archive when offering unwanted opinions on the list.
> However I am a poor typist and like many find it a lot of extra typing.
> Perhaps Matt could change the "do not archive" rule and also accept 4 X'S
> in
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