Kolb-List Digest Archive

Thu 08/03/06


Total Messages Posted: 25



Today's Message Index:
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     1. 04:36 AM - Re: Re: Gas cap (John Cooley)
     2. 05:27 AM - Re: Flaps uneven- Gas cap aka Fuel cell (Thom Riddle)
     3. 05:57 AM - Gas cap aka Fuel cell (Larry Bourne)
     4. 06:40 AM - Kolb Fuel Tanks (John Hauck)
     5. 07:58 AM - Re: Gas cap (Ralph Hoover)
     6. 08:05 AM - Re: Kolb Fuel Tanks (Ralph Hoover)
     7. 08:11 AM - Re: Check List (Ralph Hoover)
     8. 08:50 AM - Re: Re: Check List (David Key)
     9. 10:03 AM - Re: flap takeoff (Richard Pike)
    10. 10:34 AM - Re: flap takeoff (JetPilot)
    11. 10:36 AM - Re: Firestar cruise (john s. flannery)
    12. 10:43 AM - Re: Re: flap takeoff (john s. flannery)
    13. 11:47 AM - Re: Re: flap takeoff (russ kinne)
    14. 12:23 PM - Re: Re: flap takeoff (Robert Laird)
    15. 12:54 PM - Cruise, now I know! (Ralph Hoover)
    16. 12:54 PM - Fw: Proof Of Global Warming (Chris Mallory)
    17. 01:23 PM - Re: Cruise, now I know! (Ralph Hoover)
    18. 01:30 PM - Re: 912ULS Sold (Ralph Hoover)
    19. 01:33 PM - Global Warming (Chris Mallory)
    20. 02:37 PM - Sport Pilot written test passed ()
    21. 03:15 PM - Re: Re: flap takeoff (APilot@webtv.net)
    22. 03:45 PM - Re: Firestar cruise (Richard Pike)
    23. 06:03 PM - Re: Sport Pilot written test passed (Mike Schnabel)
    24. 06:59 PM - Re: Check List (Kolbdriver)
    25. 08:44 PM - Kolb (Duffney)
 
 
 


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    Time: 04:36:40 AM PST US
    From: "John Cooley" <johnc@datasync.com>
    Subject: Re: Gas cap
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "John Cooley" <johnc@datasync.com> Hi Ralph/Gang, I know one of the tanks is busted. The other may be ok, I'd just have to check. They came out of a Twinstar and have holes in the bottom for the fuel lines. I would give them to whoever wants them. I would be willing to just ship the caps to Ed or whoever if Ed doesnt want them. If someone wanted the tank, if it's any good, I might ask for some shipping cost. Later, John Cooley -----Original Message----- [mailto:owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Ralph Hoover Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 7:56 PM --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> John, If Ed isn't, I sure would be, including the gas tanks. how much would you want for them? Mine is origional 1990 production as dated by mfgr on molded bottom. I epoxied a small crack near the right rear corner up near the 5 gal. level. It appears to hold well but I have not been able to find a 10 x 10 x 14 inch heavy walled poly tank as used in the Forestar. Ohio Ralph Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=51946#51946 -- No virus found in this incoming message. --


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    Time: 05:27:47 AM PST US
    From: Thom Riddle <jtriddle@adelphia.net>
    Subject: Re: Flaps uneven- Gas cap aka Fuel cell
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: Thom Riddle <jtriddle@adelphia.net> Sounds to me like folks are thinking two different definitions with regard to the term fuel cell. Here is what Merriam-Webster says about "fuel cell". http://www.m-w.com/dictionary/fuel%20cell That is the kind of fuel cell that is supposed to keep our grandchildren from running out of gas when we are long gone. I've heard the fuel bladders like those used in some race cars called fuel cells but that is not standard usage. Of course we have lots of non-standard users of English on this list, so who cares? Thom in Buffalo


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    Time: 05:57:55 AM PST US
    From: "Larry Bourne" <biglar@gogittum.com>
    Subject: Gas cap aka Fuel cell
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Larry Bourne" <biglar@gogittum.com> Yah, the gadget in that definition is a fuel cell, but the automotive fuel tank replacement is a different thing. Very much a safety item, they're a very good idea. Take a look at another website: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/nascar-safety1.htm Lar. ----- Original Message ----- Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2006 5:07 AM > --> Kolb-List message posted by: Thom Riddle <jtriddle@adelphia.net> > > Sounds to me like folks are thinking two different definitions with regard > to the term fuel cell. Here is what Merriam-Webster says about "fuel > cell". > > http://www.m-w.com/dictionary/fuel%20cell > >


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    Time: 06:40:10 AM PST US
    From: "John Hauck" <jhauck@elmore.rr.com>
    Subject: Kolb Fuel Tanks
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "John Hauck" <jhauck@elmore.rr.com> Morning All: Kolb has new 6 gal plastic fuel tanks for $25.00. Same dimensions as old tanks, except a few inches taller. 5 gal tanks are $20.00. This was the price stickers on the tanks at OSH. Call Travis at Kolb and check'em out. john h mkIII


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    Time: 07:58:49 AM PST US
    From: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@columbus.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: Gas cap
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> John, Sounds like the aged problem I have also, if one of the tanks is busted. Once they breakdown, there they are. That UV lasts a long time but on mine having the upper area exposed for 16 years does take it's toll. I have an aduquate cap right now. It's not in bad shape. I have found some other tanks, even a 10 x 10 x 24 that would do the job, but the manufacturer doesn't make it with the proper "skin" coating and therefore recoments that it not be used for lawn mower gas tank (wink, wink). I'm not sure how long a life it would have. At $74.00 plus shipping and fill hole kit, I'm not about to experiment. Thanks for your offer, Ohio Ralph Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52059#52059


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    Time: 08:05:32 AM PST US
    From: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@columbus.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: Kolb Fuel Tanks
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> John, Your a blessing in more ways than one. Thanks for the information. You have allowed many of us "One hour safe drivers", the dignity and respect of you "Professional Drivers" , by expanding our range! I owe you a big frosted mug cold one. Now I can truly go far and wide and see this vision that they say that the world is truly round. This I have feared as until now, was only to believe that it would be but a dream! Ah, to go past the edge of my pattern without fear of running out of fuel. Now my idiocy will need be better spent on some other stupid mistake. "If there were no other wisdom, than that expounded upon by this man, this day, it would still be the most complete of all my days." Leopold Crasinsky Kinda brings tears of joy to my eyes! Ralph, Jumping for joy here in Ohio! Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52062#52062


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    Time: 08:11:00 AM PST US
    From: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@columbus.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: Check List
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> Someone made this one for my Firestar: It is very detailed. You may add or subtract. I would like to see what others are using and maby come up with a better one. Ohio Ralph Firestar:Preflight Checklist Pitot tube: extended / clear Static Port: clear Lift Strut (lower): pinned / safety clip Wheel / brakes: nut & cotter pin / axle bolts Lift Strut (top): pinned / safety clip Leading Edge: check for dents Wing Tip: aileron counter weight secure Aileron: hinge pins/cotter pins Aileron Control Rod: Pinned / safety clip / bottom bolt & nut Gap Seal: secured Wing Swivels: Bolts / nuts / cotter pins Wing "Main" Pins: pinned / safety clip Exhaust: muffler bolts / springs / safety wire Prop: secure / nicks / spinner / leading edge tape Tailboom: main bolt / nut / check for dents Horizontal Stabilize: front bolt / nut / cotter pin Guide Wires: good tension Elevator Hinges: pins / cotter pins / bolt / nut Elevator Control Cables: Cleviss / bolts / nuts / cotter pins Rudder Control Cables: Cleviss / bolts / nuts / cotter pins Rudder Hinges: pins / cotter pins Tailwheel: springs / bolts /nuts / cotter pin Guide Wire: bolt / castle nut / safety clip Elevator Hinges: pins / cotter pins / bolt / nut Guide Wires: good tension Horizontal Stabilizer: front bolt / nut / cotter pin Tailboom: main bolt / nut / check for dents Aileron Control Rod: Pinned / safety clip / bottom bolt & nut Gap Seal: secured Fuel Pump: fuel lines / pulse line / secured Spark Plug Wires: secured Carburetors: Secure / filters secure / safety wire / fuel lines Oil Injection: tank/ pump/ site gauge / cap secured / safety wire Throttle Cables: secured Lord Mounts: bolts/ nuts / mounting plate Aileron: hinge pins/cotter pins Wing Tip: aileron counter weight secure Leading Edge: check for dents Lift Strut (top): pinned / safety clip Lift Strut (lower): pinned / safety clip Wheel brakes: / nut & cotter pin / axle bolts Fuel Tanks: FULL Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52064#52064


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    Time: 08:50:01 AM PST US
    From: "David Key" <dhkey@msn.com>
    Subject: Re: Check List
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "David Key" <dhkey@msn.com> Thanks it's a good start.


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    Time: 10:03:47 AM PST US
    From: "Richard Pike" <richard@bcchapel.org>
    Subject: Re: flap takeoff
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Richard Pike" <richard@bcchapel.org> Here are some closeups of the mechanism. The detent with the holes in it is bolted on to the flat front part of the original detent piece. The handle is modified by making it longer (easier to pull flaps on, more leverage) and also bent a bit to fit under my lowered windshield. I drilled a hole through the handle tube and welded in a bushing, and then drove a roll pin into the bushing. I located the holes for the various flap detent positions by attaching that piece to where it needed to be, and then scruffing the roll pin up and down on several times, that showed me where the holes could fall in line. Had to do some grinding/tweaking to make everything line up. Finally, I welded a retainer to the handle which bends around to keep the handle from moving very far to the right. You have to tuck the detent piece into place before you put the screws into it. With this system, I have about 3 degrees up, neutral, about three degrees down, 10 degrees down, 20 degrees down, and 30 dgrees down. Not quite as much as Kolb originally had, but that is deliberate. If you have 40 degrees of flaps and have to go around or flare with a heavy passenger, you sort of run out of elevator authority. Having a bit less flaps helps cure that, and it still lands about as short as it did with 40 degrees. Having 3 degrees up reduces the need for as much up elevator trim when carrying a passenger. And when I get light on fuel, 3 degrees down also helps it trim better. Due to differences in airplane weights and pilot weights, your results may vary. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52100#52100 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000704_medium_621.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000696_medium_183.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000702_medium_790.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000701_medium_510.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000707_medium_135.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000694_medium_196.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000692_medium_173.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000700_medium_213.jpg


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    Time: 10:34:15 AM PST US
    From: "JetPilot" <orcabonita@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Re: flap takeoff
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "JetPilot" <orcabonita@hotmail.com> NeilsenRM(at)comcast.net wrote: > > > I started to tell him how I used the > flaps to adjust my glide path to get me where I wanted to land (kind of like > a negative throttle) and fully retracted them for landing. He stopped me and > said you never never raise your flaps on approach. We then got into a heavy > discussion about flap usage. He finally conceded that it might work in one > of "those" Kolbs but not in a GA aircraft. > --- That technique works very well in GA aicraft also. If you have an engine out and need to glide to the runway, you need to retract the flaps, its the same for a Kolb or a GA aircraft. This guy took what is considered a good rule of thumb ( do not retract flaps on approach ) and applied it across the board, which is just plain stupid. If you are in an emergency situation, and have flaps down for the approach, and the engine quits, retracting the flaps might get you enough extra glide to make the runway. That technique saved my butt once in a Cessna 152. Michael A. Bigelow -------- &quot;NO FEAR&quot; - If you have no fear you did not go as fast as you could have !!! Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52102#52102


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    Time: 10:36:27 AM PST US
    From: "john s. flannery" <jsflan@valornet.com>
    Subject: Re: Firestar cruise
    Hope throwing a Mark III into this discussion won't offend. Finally got to fly the Mark III over T or C NM airport this morning. Here are the numbers: 532 engine time unknown, about 6-8 gallons of fuel,estimated ( not always working gauge on one of two tanks indicated 1/4 full) and I am about 160 pounds, 7300 feet density altitude, full throttle was right at 6250 RPMs, 50 mph air speed indicated with climb rate 500 feet per minute showing. Cruise straight and level sorta, slightly over 70 mph, turning 6250 at 5,500 feet altitude indicated. Temperatures okay, but still have to replace one CHT sensor and some mismatched washers, one eraser rubber weird shock motor mount not Lord type and is on side where it probably doesn't do much, sort out some of the mystery wiring. Tighten passenger side door hook forward ... lot of drag there I am sure. Cosmetic need for better visibility through the abused plexiglass or lexan. What about the climb and cruise? In the ball park? Feels like I have rigging close, finally, with help of a taped on rig aileron trim tab. Don't have to get cramps in arm pushing stick to the right. Almost hands off for a minute or so today. jsf Do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: Richard Girard To: kolb-list@matronics.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 5:06 PM Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Firestar cruise Ralph, Are your lift struts streamlined? That's the easiest way to get where you want. A buddy of mine told me he gained 10 mph by streamlining the struts on his Minimax.


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    Time: 10:43:39 AM PST US
    From: "john s. flannery" <jsflan@valornet.com>
    Subject: Re: flap takeoff
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "john s. flannery" <jsflan@valornet.com> Richard, Gonna see if my A&P friend can understand it. There's also another A&P here who is a CFI and built a Kolb no-flapper. Will get back to you. Just posted one on mornings brief event. You can probably respond better than anybody. Gracias, jsf ----- Original Message ----- Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2006 10:01 AM > --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Richard Pike" <richard@bcchapel.org> > > Here are some closeups of the mechanism. The detent with the holes in it > is bolted on to the flat front part of the original detent piece. The > handle is modified by making it longer (easier to pull flaps on, more > leverage) and also bent a bit to fit under my lowered windshield. > I drilled a hole through the handle tube and welded in a bushing, and then > drove a roll pin into the bushing. I located the holes for the various > flap detent positions by attaching that piece to where it needed to be, > and then scruffing the roll pin up and down on several times, that showed > me where the holes could fall in line. Had to do some grinding/tweaking to > make everything line up. Finally, I welded a retainer to the handle which > bends around to keep the handle from moving very far to the right. You > have to tuck the detent piece into place before you put the screws into > it. > With this system, I have about 3 degrees up, neutral, about three degrees > down, 10 degrees down, 20 degrees down, and 30 dgrees down. Not quite as > much as Kolb originally had, but that is deliberate. If you have 40 > degrees of flaps and have to go around or flare with a heavy passenger, > you sort of run out of elevator authority. Having a bit less flaps helps > cure that, and it still lands about as short as it did with 40 degrees. > Having 3 degrees up reduces the need for as much up elevator trim when > carrying a passenger. And when I get light on fuel, 3 degrees down also > helps it trim better. Due to differences in airplane weights and pilot > weights, your results may vary. > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52100#52100 > > > Attachments: > > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000704_medium_621.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000696_medium_183.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000702_medium_790.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000701_medium_510.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000707_medium_135.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000694_medium_196.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000692_medium_173.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/p1000700_medium_213.jpg > > >


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    Time: 11:47:20 AM PST US
    From: russ kinne <kinnepix@earthlink.net>
    Subject: Re: flap takeoff
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: russ kinne <kinnepix@earthlink.net> Anyone retracting flaps in any part of a flight should remember to do so GENTLY and SMOOTHLY, always watching the airspeed like a hawk. And knowing what your stall speeds are first. Very easy to get into trouble here, but flaps can be milked off to get better glide and range, and can make all the difference when trying to 'stretch the glide' for any reason. You'll glide the furthest with flaps fully retracted. On Aug 3, 2006, at 1:33 PM, JetPilot wrote: > --> Kolb-List message posted by: "JetPilot" <orcabonita@hotmail.com> > > > NeilsenRM(at)comcast.net wrote: >> >> >> I started to tell him how I used the >> flaps to adjust my glide path to get me where I wanted to land >> (kind of like >> a negative throttle) and fully retracted them for landing. He >> stopped me and >> said you never never raise your flaps on approach. We then got >> into a heavy >> discussion about flap usage. He finally conceded that it might >> work in one >> of "those" Kolbs but not in a GA aircraft. >> --- > > > That technique works very well in GA aicraft also. If you have an > engine out and need to glide to the runway, you need to retract the > flaps, its the same for a Kolb or a GA aircraft. > > This guy took what is considered a good rule of thumb ( do not > retract flaps on approach ) and applied it across the board, which > is just plain stupid. If you are in an emergency situation, and > have flaps down for the approach, and the engine quits, retracting > the flaps might get you enough extra glide to make the runway. > > That technique saved my butt once in a Cessna 152. > > Michael A. Bigelow > > -------- > &quot;NO FEAR&quot; - If you have no fear you did not go as fast > as you could have !!! > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52102#52102 > >


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    Time: 12:23:27 PM PST US
    From: "Robert Laird" <rlaird@cavediver.com>
    Subject: Re: flap takeoff
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Robert Laird" <rlaird@cavediver.com> Speaking of which... what's the Vfe (max. flap extend speed) on my MkIIIC? Anyone know? -- R On 8/3/06, russ kinne <kinnepix@earthlink.net> wrote: > --> Kolb-List message posted by: russ kinne <kinnepix@earthlink.net> > > Anyone retracting flaps in any part of a flight should remember to do > so GENTLY and SMOOTHLY, always watching the airspeed like a hawk.


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    Time: 12:54:19 PM PST US
    From: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@columbus.rr.com>
    Subject: Cruise, now I know!
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> Apologies to the board on my "cruise" speed. It appears that I took certain liberties not applicable to the flying world. The word "cruise" means: sail, journey, travel, coast, motor, speed and glide. That is according to the "Word and Works" software word processor on my computer. Under THAT set of meanings, my Firestar I KXP 503 DIDC with 66 inch wooden two blade prop and plane weighing in at 354# empty, with a 220# driver will 'CRUISE" at 80-85 MPH ASI flat flying (no descend or climb) and without any winds. You-all see, I was under the impression that 'CRUISE" was the speed at which an aircraft (in our case) flies with designed attitude and is the (excuse me golfers) "sweet spot" in the engine rpm range, being most efficient regarding EGT and CHT while consuming the least amount of fuel (economy mode), and not requiring ANY back-stick or forward-stick. I am sadly (actually happily) mistaken. My Firestar can flat lick the drawers off any other Kolb out there (with the same engine ), except the ...............WELL THERE AIN'T ANY KOLB, equally equipped that I can't beat. So forget my previous winnings. Now if anyone else with a Kolb Firestar equipped with a 503 DIDC and 66" prop wants to have theirs as fast, let me know. However, If I was correct in my previous assumption, then I will probably need some help. Fastest in all of Ohio Ralph Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52124#52124


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    Time: 12:54:19 PM PST US
    From: "Chris Mallory" <wcm@tampabay.rr.com>
    Subject: Fw: Proof Of Global Warming


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    Time: 01:23:11 PM PST US
    From: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@columbus.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: Cruise, now I know!
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> Had to learn to resize some pictures. They are attached. The one with the instruments should be big enough to enlarge and read the ASI and the GPS as well as the two Glass engine and flight gauges. Man, I love thoses things. The last one or first one with the white buildings is the world famous Poultry #4 layer. Chicken City where the chickens lay 3 eggs every two days. Somehow they made a deal with the cock to crow even in the dark. Ohio Ralph Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52126#52126 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dscf0958_medium_711.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dscf0947_medium_726.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dscf0945_medium_194.jpg


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    Time: 01:30:25 PM PST US
    From: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@columbus.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: 912ULS Sold
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: "Ralph Hoover" <flht99reh@Columbus.rr.com> Man, A piece of History that really shouldn't be put on a plane and flown. It's an origional John Hauck. The history of that engine should be at the Smithsonian, it's priceless. And a MOVIE STAR was interested in it. That should add value. I heard that it's John Travolta! I could be wrong. Ohio Ralph, pickin-an-a-grinnin here in Ohio! Why would John Travolta want a 912, other than the Hauck once owned it, and it could only appreciate in value? Afterlaa doesn't John Travolta have a couple jets? Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=52130#52130


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    Time: 01:33:55 PM PST US
    From: "Chris Mallory" <wcm@tampabay.rr.com>
    Subject: Global Warming
    Sorry guys, I didn't mean to send this to the list. My bad. do not archive


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    Time: 02:37:15 PM PST US
    From: <kfackler@ameritech.net>
    Subject: Sport Pilot written test passed
    Gentlemen: I took the Sport Pilot written exam this afternoon and passed it. Next step, finding someone with the correct form for the SP Student Pilot certificate. Onward! -Ken Fackler Kolb Mark II / A722KWF Rochester MI


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    Time: 03:15:56 PM PST US
    From: APilot@webtv.net
    Subject: Re: flap takeoff
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: APilot@webtv.net Do not know the correct speed for flaps on my MkIIIC, but I don't even try to pull on full flaps above 50 ias. Not sure that I would have the strength at 55 or more. Vic


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    Time: 03:45:33 PM PST US
    From: Richard Pike <richard@bcchapel.org>
    Subject: Re: Firestar cruise
    --> Kolb-List message posted by: Richard Pike <richard@bcchapel.org> It ought to be doing a bit better than that. Stay at it, and a year from now it will be doing 80+ at 6250, and climb will be at least 200 fpm better. Congratulations on your progress so far. Richard Pike MKIII N420P (420ldPoops) do not archive john s. flannery wrote: > Hope throwing a Mark III into this discussion won't offend. > > Finally got to fly the Mark III over T or C NM airport this morning. > Here are the numbers: 532 engine time unknown, about 6-8 gallons of > fuel,estimated ( not always working gauge on one of two > tanks indicated 1/4 full) and I am about 160 pounds, 7300 feet > density altitude, full throttle was right at 6250 RPMs, 50 mph air > speed indicated with climb rate 500 feet per minute showing. > > Cruise straight and level sorta, slightly over 70 mph, turning 6250 > at 5,500 feet altitude indicated. Temperatures okay, but still have > to replace one CHT sensor and some mismatched washers, one eraser > rubber weird shock motor mount not Lord type and is on side where it > probably doesn't do much, sort out some of the mystery wiring. Tighten > passenger side door hook forward ... lot of drag there I am sure. > Cosmetic need for better visibility through the abused plexiglass or > lexan. > > What about the climb and cruise? In the ball park? Feels like I have > rigging close, finally, with help of a taped on rig aileron trim > tab. Don't have to get cramps in arm pushing stick to the right. > > Almost hands off for a minute or so today. > > jsf > Do not archive > > ----- Original Message ----- > *From:* Richard Girard <mailto:jindoguy@gmail.com> > *To:* kolb-list@matronics.com <mailto:kolb-list@matronics.com> > *Sent:* Monday, July 31, 2006 5:06 PM > *Subject:* Re: Kolb-List: Firestar cruise > > Ralph, Are your lift struts streamlined? That's the easiest way to > get where you want. A buddy of mine told me he gained 10 mph by > streamlining the struts on his Minimax. >


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    Time: 06:03:42 PM PST US
    From: Mike Schnabel <tnfirestar2@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Sport Pilot written test passed
    You go Ken! Good job! Mike S Sport Pilot wannabe do not archive kfackler@ameritech.net wrote: Gentlemen: I took the Sport Pilot written exam this afternoon and passed it. Next step, finding someone with the correct form for the SP Student Pilot certificate. Onward! -Ken Fackler Kolb Mark II / A722KWF Rochester MI --------------------------------- See the all-new, redesigned Yahoo.com. Check it out.


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    Time: 06:59:10 PM PST US
    From: "Kolbdriver" <kolbdriver@mlsharp.com>
    Subject: Check List
    David, I picked this one up off of someone's website I don't remember who's.... Hope it helps.. Mike -----Original Message----- [mailto:owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of David Key Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2006 12:52 AM --> Kolb-List message posted by: "David Key" <dhkey@msn.com> Does someone have a check list they can email me? I need one for my preflights and didn't want to start from scratch. Thanks, David


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    Time: 08:44:03 PM PST US
    From: "Duffney" <tnt1@rangebroadband.com>
    Subject: Kolb
    This is my first message to the Kolb list. I have been lurking on this list for quite some time. I would like some info on the location of a Hot Box in a Firestar11. Also, battery location so that I can send the information to Hot Box. For my harness. I am looking for the dimensions for a motor base plate for a 503 or to purchase one if anyone has one. Is it better to ground to the battery or to the aircraft frame? Do I need to do a weight and balance before installing the battery? Hope this message makes it to the list. Thanks for all the good reads and ideas. Tim Duffney Hibbing Minnesota PS. To John Hauck tried to hook up with you at Oshkosh to pick your brain and introduce you to a friend, I was the guy on the black motorcycle that waved at you Wed evening.




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