---------------------------------------------------------- Kolb-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Wed 02/23/11: 11 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 05:41 AM - christopher davis wants to stay in touch on LinkedIn (christopher davis) 2. 05:49 AM - Construction Videos (kolbaircraft) 3. 06:00 AM - Re: prop for 447 on UltraStar? (Masqqqqqqq@aol.com) 4. 06:05 AM - Re: prop for 447 on UltraStar? (Masqqqqqqq@aol.com) 5. 06:53 AM - Re: Construction Videos (Richard Pike) 6. 08:36 AM - Re: Re: N213 Wreck (jerb) 7. 09:26 AM - Re: Construction Videos (kolbaircraft) 8. 09:55 AM - Re: Re: N213 Wreck (Ellery Batchelder Jr) 9. 11:27 AM - New Firestar II builder (AtomicDog) 10. 02:10 PM - Re: New Firestar II builder (frank goodnight) 11. 09:51 PM - New Skis...short video (ces308) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 05:41:40 AM PST US From: christopher davis Subject: Kolb-List: christopher davis wants to stay in touch on LinkedIn LinkedIn ------------ I'd like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn. - christopher davis christopher davis Owner at F/V Daniel Makayla Barnstable/Yarmouth, Massachusetts Area Confirm that you know christopher davis https://www.linkedin.com/e/21yuvg-gkiaiz1j-x/isd/2384492013/e9ElKivo/ -- (c) 2011, LinkedIn Corporation ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 05:49:27 AM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Construction Videos From: "kolbaircraft" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQXviexucHo&feature=feedu http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw6mr4Tliuc&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0Ls1tY5UTw&feature=related Travis Kolb CO. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=331929#331929 ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 06:00:10 AM PST US From: Masqqqqqqq@aol.com Subject: Re: Kolb-List: prop for 447 on UltraStar? I started with the 2 blade prop, and found it just wouldn't contain the power of the engine with the 2.58:1 ratio. Engine would just over rev. Spinning the prop faster with the 2:1 ratio made it all good, the rpms can be contained at about 6200 at full power. Never did try the 2.58:1 gears with the 4 blade prop. I think I've read that you would want at least a 60 inch prop for the 2.58:1 ratio, but they might have been talking a 2 blade prop too. In a message dated 2/22/2011 7:46:52 P.M. Central Standard Time, thewanderingwench@yahoo.com writes: I have a friend to whom I'm going to loan my 4-blade ultraprop for his Ultrastar, on which he's putting a 447. Reading this thread, I realize that he may not want to use it. He has to fold his wings to get in the hangar. Also, you write that: "the first thing I had to do was have the B box converted to a 2:1 ratio." I've been using the prop with a 2:58 ratio B gear box on a 503. Is this just too much for a 447? Is that why you had to reduce the ratio? Arty Trost Sandy, Oregon www.LessonsFromTheEdge.com/uladventure2009.htm "Life's a daring adventure or nothing" Helen Keller "I refuse to tip toe through life just to arrive safely at death." --- On Tue, 2/22/11, Masqqqqqqq@aol.com wrote: From: Masqqqqqqq@aol.com Subject: Re: Kolb-List: prop for 447 on UltraStar? I have used both a 2 blade Precision Prop, and a 4 blade Ultra Prop. Both are ground adjustable, but I don't remember the pitch I used. First thing I had to do was have the B box converted to a 2:1 ratio. My overall preference is for the 2 blade prop. Because I had to fold and trailer the machine every time I used it, the 4 blade prop had to be removed every time, and the 2 blade could stay on. I never tried a 3 blade, and don't know if the wings can fold over it. Another thing I noticed was the 4 blade prop took a little longer to wind up, because of the extra weight. It was also a little noticeable in maneuvering, giving a gyroscopic lag to changing direction. But not much really. The four blade was a bit quieter than the 2 blade prop. I only flew it a couple times with the original Cuyuna before it coughed up a piston, so can't speak about the climb rate............but it's very good with the Rotax. I was getting about 800 fpm, until I gained some weight (me not the machine). I tried to sell my equipment about a year ago, and I guess I asked way too much, so it's still all available. Maybe you need an engine mount for that Rotax? In a message dated 2/19/2011 8:36:23 P.M. Central Standard Time, d-m-hague@comcast.net writes: My UltraStar currently has the original Cuyuna engine with the 50x30 Culver prop. I just acquired a 447, which I plan to install. Can anybody tell me what is a good prop for this combination? I believe (need to confirm) that it's a 2.58 ratio B box. I'm thinking 3 blades due to the limited diameter possible on the US, can't go 4 blades and fold the wings... perhaps even smaller than 50" to give better ground clearance? A friend gave me the engine in the interest of me being quieter than I am with the 447; a number of people have commented on how loud my plane is. Also for anybody who's flown the US with both engines, how much performance increase should I expect? I calculate about 350fpm better climb in theory. -Dana -- Art and technical perfection are not the same thing in cars, and hard-core car buffs often prefer art. Which is why they own so many e ies ay - MATRONICS WEB FORUMS - List Contribution Web Site p; ="_blank" href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Kolb-List">http://ww rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://forums.matronics.com">htgt; (http://www.matronics.com/======

Great videos, and excellent background music. Who is the artist on the music? Richard Pike MKIII N420P (420ldPoops) Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=331935#331935 ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 08:36:01 AM PST US From: jerb Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: N213 Wreck Yea Ralph, I think your in the same thinking as me. My thought of the previous post writing off Wrap Drive has reached a premature conclusion. I've been on several UL & light plane list for years and I can't recall reading of any others coming apart. A few Ivo's, but the Wrap Drives have been pretty solid for years. There had to be a reason. Would like to hear what the FAA's findings are after examining remaining part of that blade.. jerb ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 09:26:15 AM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Re: Construction Videos From: "kolbaircraft" Richard Thank you for the good words. The audio is from Itunes public domain music Acoustic Classics Volume 5 I hope the videos will help guys understand the construction procedures for our design. Travis Kolb CO. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=331943#331943 ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 09:55:45 AM PST US Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: N213 Wreck From: Ellery Batchelder Jr when the NTSB come up with an answer I will post it Ellery Batchelder Jr. -----Original Message----- From: jerb Sent: Wed, Feb 23, 2011 11:30 am Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: N213 Wreck Yea Ralph, I think your in the same thinking as me. My thought of the prev ious post writing off Wrap Drive has reached a premature conclusion. I've been on several UL & light plane list for years and I can't recall readin g of any others coming apart. A few Ivo's, but the Wrap Drives have been pretty solid for years. There had to be a reason. Would like to hear what the FAA's findings are after examining remaining part of that blade.. jerb ======================== ============ ======================== ============ ======================== ============ ======================== ============ ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 11:27:40 AM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: New Firestar II builder From: "AtomicDog" Just wanted to say hello. I have just recently received my Firestar II kit from Kolb. I am so happy I was able to get this fine aircraft. I was afraid Kolb had stopped making this kit because it was not listed on their web suite. However, after surfing around this wonderful forum, I was encouraged to call Travis at Kolb and pursue my dream. I did have the chance to purchase partially completed kits, but I enjoy the building process as much as I do flying. This will be the 4th plane I have built, but I always have questions and am still learning. So, I want to just say hello and look forward to forum knowledge and participation. -------- Building Firestar II Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=331952#331952 ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 02:10:55 PM PST US From: frank goodnight Subject: Re: Kolb-List: New Firestar II builder Hi,=0A=0AWhere do you live?=0A=0AFrank=0A=0Ado not archive=0A=0A=0A________ ________________________=0AFrom: AtomicDog =0ATo: kolb- list@matronics.com=0ASent: Wed, February 23, 2011 1:23:18 PM=0ASubject: Kol icDog" =0A=0AJust wanted to say hello. I have just rece ntly received my Firestar II kit from =0AKolb. I am so happy I was able to get this fine aircraft. I was afraid Kolb had =0Astopped making this kit be cause it was not listed on their web suite. However, =0Aafter surfing aroun d this wonderful forum, I was encouraged to call Travis at =0AKolb and purs ue my dream.=0A=0AI did have the chance to purchase partially completed kit s, but I enjoy the =0Abuilding process as much as I do flying. This will be the 4th plane I have =0Abuilt,=0Abut I always have questions and am still learning. So, I want to just say hello =0Aand look forward to forum knowled ge and participation.=0A=0A--------=0ABuilding Firestar II=0A=0A=0A=0A=0ARe ad this topic online here:=0A=0Ahttp://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p =========================0A ======================= ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 09:51:04 PM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: New Skis...short video From: "ces308" Hello all, I went up today for a bit and was wondering what the skis looked like when landing so I tried taking some video to see what the were doing...and they were doing what they were supposed to be doing ! DUH ! Just something to look at.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onztij0fCs4 chris ambrose M3X/Jabiru A-2200 N327CS Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=331988#331988 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Matronics Email List Services ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Post A New Message kolb-list@matronics.com UN/SUBSCRIBE http://www.matronics.com/subscription List FAQ http://www.matronics.com/FAQ/Kolb-List.htm Web Forum Interface To Lists http://forums.matronics.com Matronics List Wiki http://wiki.matronics.com Full Archive Search Engine http://www.matronics.com/search 7-Day List Browse http://www.matronics.com/browse/kolb-list Browse Digests http://www.matronics.com/digest/kolb-list Browse Other Lists http://www.matronics.com/browse Live Online Chat! http://www.matronics.com/chat Archive Downloading http://www.matronics.com/archives Photo Share http://www.matronics.com/photoshare Other Email Lists http://www.matronics.com/emaillists Contributions http://www.matronics.com/contribution ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- These Email List Services are sponsored solely by Matronics and through the generous Contributions of its members.