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1. 06:04 AM - Anybody have a MK 2 ??? (dansbird)
2. 08:19 AM - Re: Anybody have a MK 2 ??? (Lee)
3. 08:34 AM - Re: Anybody have a MK 2 ??? (Jerry-TS-MkII)
4. 08:57 AM - Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (Jerry-TS-MkII)
5. 09:01 AM - Looking for a used Warp Driver prop (TheWanderingWench)
6. 09:30 AM - Re: Anybody have a MK 2 ??? (dansbird)
7. 09:51 AM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (Charlie England)
8. 10:00 AM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (George Helton)
9. 10:03 AM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (mojavjoe@comcast.net)
10. 10:03 AM - Re: Re: Anybody have a MK 2 =?UTF-8?Q?=3F=3F=3F? (Mark)
11. 10:06 AM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (Wayne Schneider)
12. 10:10 AM - Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (Jerry-TS-MkII)
13. 10:40 AM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (George Helton)
14. 11:27 AM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (Charlie England)
15. 11:45 AM - Re: Mark III Classic Dash (mojavjoe@comcast.net)
16. 11:47 AM - Re: Mark III Classic Dash (mojavjoe@comcast.net)
17. 01:43 PM - Re: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options (Stuart Harner)
18. 05:04 PM - Firestar 2 checklists (Mcabbage)
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Subject: | Anybody have a MK 2 ??? |
So I just purchased a Kolb MK II and have questions and would like some pictures
if anyone is rebuilding one or has older pictures of a build and willing to
chat with me, assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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Subject: | Anybody have a MK 2 ??? |
I rebuilt a Kolb Twinstar MK II 2 years ago. Anything specific that you are
looking for ?
Lee
So I just purchased a Kolb MK II and have questions and would like some
pictures if anyone is rebuilding one or has older pictures of a build and
willing to chat with me, assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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Subject: | Re: Anybody have a MK 2 ??? |
I saw the posted message, and thought "did I post that?". (Likely too many miles
of driving and too few flying!). I too just purchased a MK II, and should
have a set of manuals on the way probably today. With mine, I have a few fuse
issues to resolve, and a friend is going over the 503. Hopefully it won't be
too long before I'm in the air with it.
Jerry
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
Needing fuel tanks or tank for a recent MK II purchase, I looked at the US Plastics
listings. All say "Not for Fuel". Does anyone have experience using these?
Or if they are OK to use?
Jerry
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Subject: | Looking for a used Warp Driver prop |
I'm looking for a used pusher Warp Drive prop. 68", 3 blade - preferably wi
th nickle leading edges, but that's not a requirement.
I have a hub and all the mounting bolts, etc. - so if you have three matchi
ng 68" blades, let me know
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Subject: | Re: Anybody have a MK 2 ??? |
Thanks for the reply, I am looking for pictures of the main cage structure (drivers
compartment) it looks like someone has done some work to it and not sure
if structure is missing, not correct or just missing all together, the landing
gear has also been changed and not happy with the way the left wheel sits, so
pictures of the landing gear would also be helpful. PM me and I would be happy
to give my phone # and talk in person. This is my first plane so excited to
learn all about it but for my own piece of mind got to make sure everything is
right.
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
On 8/25/2017 10:56 AM, Jerry-TS-MkII wrote:
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> Needing fuel tanks or tank for a recent MK II purchase, I looked at the US Plastics
listings. All say "Not for Fuel". Does anyone have experience using these?
Or if they are OK to use?
> Jerry
>
The 5 gal tank you buy from Kolb is also 'not for fuel'. It's just a 5
gal chemical jug. That is not just from observation of the product; it's
straight from the horse's mouth at Kolb, as of a couple of weeks ago.
If you want a truly fuel rated tank, US plastics has those, too. They
just cost about 4 times as much. Look for 'CARB' rated tanks on the web
site. But all you're really getting for the money is a sticker on the
tank. None of the tanks used in experimental a/c are 'approved' for
fuel, because the haven't paid to get some gov. official's 'seal of
approval'.
US Plastics also have all manner of fittings, vented/unvented caps,
bushings for the tanks (though those are a bit more expensive than from
the aviation suppliers), quick disconnects, etc.
But don't just take my advice without doing your own research; it's only
worth what you paid for it. :-)
Charlie
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
Kolb Aircraft. Com
They can supply everything you need, including new rubber grommets. We need to
support them all we can.
I built Twinstar MKII back in the late 80's. Flew it for about 4 years. It was
a good airplane. What year is the Kolb you bought? Restoring can be a big job.
I just finished restoring a original Firestar.
George H.
Firestar, FS 100
14GDH
Mesick, MI.
gdhelton@gmail.com
Have a great day!
> On Aug 25, 2017, at 11:56 AM, Jerry-TS-MkII <12flybellaire@gmail.com> wrote:
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> Needing fuel tanks or tank for a recent MK II purchase, I looked at the US Plastics
listings. All say "Not for Fuel". Does anyone have experience using these?
Or if they are OK to use?
> Jerry
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
Go to the fuel tank section of U S Plastics
Joe
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jerry-TS-MkII" <12flybellaire@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2017 11:56:53 AM
Subject: Kolb-List: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options
Needing fuel tanks or tank for a recent MK II purchase, I looked at the US Plastics
listings. All say "Not for Fuel". Does anyone have experience using these?
Or if they are OK to use?
Jerry
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http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=472172#472172
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Subject: | Re: Anybody have a MK 2 =?UTF-8?Q?=3F=3F=3F? |
I have a few more photos from several angles if you want to take a
look. Let me know.
Mark
On 08/25/2017 12:29, dansbird wrote:
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> Thanks for the reply, I am looking for pictures of the main cage
> structure (drivers compartment) it looks like someone has done some
> work to it and not sure if structure is missing, not correct or just
> missing all together, the landing gear has also been changed and not
> happy with the way the left wheel sits, so pictures of the landing
> gear would also be helpful. PM me and I would be happy to give my
> phone # and talk in person. This is my first plane so excited to
> learn
> all about it but for my own piece of mind got to make sure everything
> is right.
>
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> Read this topic online here:
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> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=472174#472174
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
The boating industry seems to have a good supply for fuel rated tanks. My
Mark II Twinstar has a 12 gallon tank.
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
Thanks for the info. My intent is to get this in the air before winter... to do
a bit of flying,and find out what it might truly need. So the plastic tank(s)
would only be temporary anyway. In looking inside the fuse, I think a inverted
saddle tank, that goes under the boom would be ideal. But that also means
vinyl ester, or aluminum/tig fabrication.. better for a winter project. Installation
would be easy from below, and a "normal" fuel tank filler thru the side
of the fabric would also be a nice addition. Something about two tanks sitting
right behind my head.. not ideal. I'll do a search for tank installations
or option photos asap. jr
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
Modifying a Twinstar is something that shouldn't be done without careful consideration?
Mounting fuel under the boom tube could quite dangerous for two reasons.
One is a radical shift in the CG of aircraft and the second is possibly rupturing
of tank or tanks on bent or broken landing gear situations. The only thing
wrong with the present placement behind you is, they're a pain in the rear
to refuel. But, their placement is critical to prevent an aft CG situation.
This is just my opinion from years of flying a MKII. If you post some pictures
of your cage Assy. I'd look them over. I built mine according to the plans provided
by Kolb.
George
Have a great day!
> On Aug 25, 2017, at 1:10 PM, Jerry-TS-MkII <12flybellaire@gmail.com> wrote:
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> Thanks for the info. My intent is to get this in the air before winter... to
do a bit of flying,and find out what it might truly need. So the plastic tank(s)
would only be temporary anyway. In looking inside the fuse, I think a inverted
saddle tank, that goes under the boom would be ideal. But that also means
vinyl ester, or aluminum/tig fabrication.. better for a winter project. Installation
would be easy from below, and a "normal" fuel tank filler thru the
side of the fabric would also be a nice addition. Something about two tanks
sitting right behind my head.. not ideal. I'll do a search for tank installations
or option photos asap. jr
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 12:10 PM, Jerry-TS-MkII <12flybellaire@gmail.com>
wrote:
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> Thanks for the info. My intent is to get this in the air before winter...
> to do a bit of flying,and find out what it might truly need. So the
> plastic tank(s) would only be temporary anyway. In looking inside the
> fuse, I think a inverted saddle tank, that goes under the boom would be
> ideal. But that also means vinyl ester, or aluminum/tig fabrication..
> better for a winter project. Installation would be easy from below, and a
> "normal" fuel tank filler thru the side of the fabric would also be a nice
> addition. Something about two tanks sitting right behind my head.. not
> ideal. I'll do a search for tank installations or option photos asap. jr
>
> Aluminum/tank sealant/rivets is also a reasonable option. Closed head
'pop' rivets are available, if you don't have bucking equipment. Attached
is a pic of the US Plastics 8gal tank I'm fitting. I wish it would fit
between the bracing & the boom tube, but it's just a bit too tall. So, it
has to sit in the original location of the 5gal tank. I'll try facing the
filler forward, and hope I can set up the root fairing so I can peel it off
for fueling. If that doesn't work, I'll just turn it around so it's
oriented like the original tank. My ideal choice would be a tank that fits
under the bracing, sitting on the boom tube just behind the seats, with the
filler pointing forward between the seats (original Twinstar with no
enclosure).
If you don't mind the fueling inconvenience (my big gripe with the stock
'high' location) and intend to bottom-feed from the tanks, two of the US-P
5gal chemical tanks is by far the simplest, and cheapest way to go.
Probably under $30 including shipping.
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Subject: | Re: Mark III Classic Dash |
My Firestar SS is setup for a pod similar to the MarkIII. I wanted space for an
I-Fly and an Amptronic GX-2 so I built one from fiberglass. I'll attach two photos
to this message and a couple to the next
----- Original Message -----
From: "jonealjr" <jonealjr@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 20, 2017 4:32:18 PM
Subject: Kolb-List: Mark III Classic Dash
Hi Guys,
Hope everyone is enjoying there Kolb in one way or another. I am in progress of
designing a new aluminum dash for my Mark III Classic, mainly because I have
some new avionics but secondly I am sick and tires of not being able to reach
the current dash. I would really appreciate any input from others that have improved
there dash. If you have any pictures, drawings, dimensions or just some
ideas you might have thought of because you're struggling from same deal. I thank
anyone who shares with me in advanced.
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Subject: | Re: Mark III Classic Dash |
more photos
----- Original Message -----
From: "jonealjr" <jonealjr@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 20, 2017 4:32:18 PM
Subject: Kolb-List: Mark III Classic Dash
Hi Guys,
Hope everyone is enjoying there Kolb in one way or another. I am in progress of
designing a new aluminum dash for my Mark III Classic, mainly because I have
some new avionics but secondly I am sick and tires of not being able to reach
the current dash. I would really appreciate any input from others that have improved
there dash. If you have any pictures, drawings, dimensions or just some
ideas you might have thought of because you're struggling from same deal. I thank
anyone who shares with me in advanced.
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Subject: | Re: Twinstar fuel tank options |
I found this for fueling the Firefly. I mix the gas in the can, insert the
pump and then lift the can onto a stand sitting next to the fuselage. Then
just pump the fuel into the plane, no pouring involved.
With 4 AA batteries, it will move 5 gallons of gas in less than 3 minutes.
No Spills!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SBZRKEU/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_1_w
Stuart
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[mailto:owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of George Helton
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2017 12:40 PM
Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: Twinstar fuel tank options
Modifying a Twinstar is something that shouldn't be done without careful
consideration? Mounting fuel under the boom tube could quite dangerous for
two reasons. One is a radical shift in the CG of aircraft and the second is
possibly rupturing of tank or tanks on bent or broken landing gear
situations. The only thing wrong with the present placement behind you is,
they're a pain in the rear to refuel. But, their placement is critical to
prevent an aft CG situation. This is just my opinion from years of flying a
MKII. If you post some pictures of your cage Assy. I'd look them over. I
built mine according to the plans provided by Kolb.
George
Have a great day!
> On Aug 25, 2017, at 1:10 PM, Jerry-TS-MkII <12flybellaire@gmail.com>
wrote:
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> --> <12flybellaire@gmail.com>
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> Thanks for the info. My intent is to get this in the air before
> winter... to do a bit of flying,and find out what it might truly need.
> So the plastic tank(s) would only be temporary anyway. In looking
> inside the fuse, I think a inverted saddle tank, that goes under the
> boom would be ideal. But that also means vinyl ester, or aluminum/tig
> fabrication.. better for a winter project. Installation would be easy
> from below, and a "normal" fuel tank filler thru the side of the
> fabric would also be a nice addition. Something about two tanks
> sitting right behind my head.. not ideal. I'll do a search for tank
> installations or option photos asap. jr
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> Read this topic online here:
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> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=472180#472180
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Subject: | Firestar 2 checklists |
Hi Guys
Can anybody share their preflight/landing & post flight checklist
for their firestar
thank you
Mike
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2007 Firestar 2 503 N203SD
Moster 185 Flattop PPG/Sky K2 Paraglider
Trike Buggy Soaring Trike & Northwing Stratus XP
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