---------------------------------------------------------- Kolb-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Thu 12/22/22: 9 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 05:06 AM - Re: Firestar KXP (kolbflyer) 2. 05:27 AM - Re: gas tanks (Charlie England) 3. 10:54 AM - Kolb Under New Ownership (slingshot003) 4. 12:45 PM - Re: Kolb Under New Ownership (kolbflyer) 5. 12:49 PM - Re: Firestar KXP (kolbflyer) 6. 01:37 PM - Re: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership (Larry Cottrell) 7. 02:04 PM - Re: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership (John Hauck) 8. 02:17 PM - Re: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership (John Hauck) 9. 03:07 PM - Re: Kolb Under New Ownership (kolbflyer) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 05:06:52 AM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Re: Firestar KXP From: "kolbflyer" Rick, I bought some round tubing and I'll look at making some of those faces and see where they would mount to (existing bolts). I've looked through the oh2fly website and there is a lot of good posts from trailer setups which will help a lot since it looks like I'll have to trailer until a hanger comes available at a reasonable price. I was looking over the engine and it seems like the engine mounts are old and sagging and might need to be replaced. Also the boots on the spark plug wires (coil ends) are starting to crack. I think these are the correct replacements for the 447 single CDI https://aeroteks.com/products/rotax-plug-wire-and-cap-kit-ngk-ultralight-aircraft-engine.html if anyone has some places to get replacement parts for the 447, please let me know. its my understanding that there is only 30 hours on the rebuild and scoping the cylinders doesn't;t appear to have any damage and the times seem right. if the 447 would have to be replaced, what would you folks recommend to keep it light. thanks and hope everyone has a very merry Christmas and wonderful new year. Jeremy Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=509770#509770 ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 05:27:24 AM PST US Subject: Re: Kolb-List: gas tanks From: Charlie England Right=2E Your original isn't rated for gas, either=2E They are identical to the tank that was on my original Twinstar, and a friend's Twinstar=2E I have one on the shelf now=2E =81=A3Get BlueMail for Android =8B On Dec 21, 2022, 9:25 PM, at 9:25 PM, Franklin Geiser wrote: =2Ecom> > >They can=99t rate them for fuel because it=99s a por table container that >doesn=99t have all the safety stuff that a mode rn gas can has=2E Kinda like >the race fuel jugs that are way easier to use than proper gas cans, but >aren=99t actually rated for fuel=2E > >> On Dec 21, 2022, at 10:22 PM, Jay Dub wrote: >> >> >> >> Thanks Charlie, >> I had looked at that one but it says it's not for fu els or oils=2E >> >> Jay >> >> >> >> >> Sent: Wednesday, December 2 1, 2022 at 7:48 PM >> From: "Charlie England" >> T o: kolb-list@matronics=2Ecom >> Subject: Re: Kolb-List: gas tanks >> --> Ko lb-List message posted by: Charlie England > >> >> If Kolb can't help you, here's a match=2E >> https://www=2Eusplastic=2Ecom /catalog/item=2Easpx?itemid=33323 >> >> >>> On 12/21/2022 8:33 PM, Larr y Cottrell wrote: > >>> >>> I just bought two new 5 gal tanks from Kol b=2E Why don't you try that=2E >I >>> have heard that some have had a probl em getting any one from Kolb, >but >>> I did not=2E I looked up the website and called the contact number >>> there, she had two of them on the way in no time=2E >>> Larry >>> >>>> On Wed, Dec 21, 2022 at 7:21 PM Jay Dub wrote: rhawk@gmx=2Ecom> >>>> >>>> The guy I got my FSii kit from had use the gas tanks for something >else so I don't have them=2E I only have 1 of the pick up tubes=2E Does >anyone know what you call those 5 gallon containers Kolb used? I know >I've seen chemicals come in those types of containers on farm s and >factories but I don't know what you call those=2E I need to find 2 o r the >other thought I have is to see if some sort of outboard motor tank > (10-12 gallon) would fit=2E Any ideas what those plastic jugs are called >a nd where one might find one? >>>> >>>> Thanks, >>>> Jay >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> This email has been checked for viruses by Avast anti virus software=2E >> www=2Eavast=2Ecom[http://www=2Eavast=2Ecom] >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > ================= e Kolb-List Email Forum - to browse = Archive Search & Download, 7-Day Browse, Chat, FAQ, and much much more: tor?Kolb-List ================= - MATRONICS WEB FORUMS - Web Forums! ========= I - p://wiki=2Ematronics=2Ecom =================== - List Contribution Web Site - port! = --> https://matronics=2Ecom/contribution = ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 10:54:47 AM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Kolb Under New Ownership From: "slingshot003" Maybe this is old news to you, but I just talked to Tom Cooper and found out that he and a partner bought the Kolb company and they are open for busines. New kits will now be offered again and they are building some Fireflys for sale right now. He said he is monitoring the current website phone number. Merry Christmas and long live the Kolb legacy! Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=509772#509772 ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 12:45:16 PM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership From: "kolbflyer" I've been on the phone for about an hour with Kolb, trying to validate that I have a KXP based on gear leg diameter. They have confirmed the model, ut think my gear legs are sleeved. Anyways, wanted to let you all know that they can be reached at 606-862-9692 via phone call or text. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=509773#509773 ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 12:49:34 PM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Re: Firestar KXP From: "kolbflyer" anyone with a KXP here, could you verify that your main gear legs are 1" dad at the fuselage. I called to get the chromoly tube ones and they stated that the KXP had 1 1/4" dia gear legs and that. mine must be sleeved. I have the original aluminum bent ones and they are also 1" so they are trying to validate that I actually have a KXP. Thanks Jeremy Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=509774#509774 ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 01:37:50 PM PST US From: Larry Cottrell Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership My Firestar ll had sleeved gear legs. Although I think that the sleeve wasn't very thick. Why don't you use a set of calipers and measure the inside dia. On Thu, Dec 22, 2022 at 1:47 PM kolbflyer wrote: > > > I've been on the phone for about an hour with Kolb, trying to validate that I have a KXP based on gear leg diameter. They have confirmed the model, ut think my gear legs are sleeved. > > Anyways, wanted to let you all know that they can be reached at 606-862-9692 via phone call or text. > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=509773#509773 > > -- The older I get, the less tolerant I am of those who are intolerant of others. If you forward this email, or any part of it, please remove my email address before sending. ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 02:04:39 PM PST US From: John Hauck Subject: RE: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership Original Firestar legs were 1" solid 7075 aluminum rod with a aluminum sleeve, probably .65. The original Twinstar used 1 1/8" solid rod, no sleeve. john h Titus, Alabama -----Original Message----- From: owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com On Behalf Of Larry Cottrell Sent: Thursday, December 22, 2022 3:38 PM Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership --> My Firestar ll had sleeved gear legs. Although I think that the sleeve wasn't very thick. Why don't you use a set of calipers and measure the inside dia. On Thu, Dec 22, 2022 at 1:47 PM kolbflyer wrote: > > > I've been on the phone for about an hour with Kolb, trying to validate that I have a KXP based on gear leg diameter. They have confirmed the model, ut think my gear legs are sleeved. > > Anyways, wanted to let you all know that they can be reached at 606-862-9692 via phone call or text. > > > Read this topic online here: > > https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fforums > .matronics.com%2Fviewtopic.php%3Fp%3D509773%23509773&data=05%7C01%7C%7 > C9bebe8abd5a84adc75c608dae4651522%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7 > C1%7C0%7C638073420051091650%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMD > AiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata > =HTv2Pc2sqfSfH2asvK2W%2BW9L6RJM7f%2BfRhv2dFxzdAo%3D&reserved=0 > > -- The older I get, the less tolerant I am of those who are intolerant of others. If you forward this email, or any part of it, please remove my email address before sending. ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 02:17:11 PM PST US From: John Hauck Subject: RE: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership Need to correct .65 to .065". Haven't done any airplane building in a while. ;-) john h Titus, Alabama Department of Education -----Original Message----- From: owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com On Behalf Of John Hauck Sent: Thursday, December 22, 2022 4:04 PM Subject: RE: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership Original Firestar legs were 1" solid 7075 aluminum rod with a aluminum sleeve, probably .65. The original Twinstar used 1 1/8" solid rod, no sleeve. john h Titus, Alabama -----Original Message----- From: owner-kolb-list-server@matronics.com On Behalf Of Larry Cottrell Sent: Thursday, December 22, 2022 3:38 PM Subject: Re: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership --> My Firestar ll had sleeved gear legs. Although I think that the sleeve wasn't very thick. Why don't you use a set of calipers and measure the inside dia. On Thu, Dec 22, 2022 at 1:47 PM kolbflyer wrote: > > > I've been on the phone for about an hour with Kolb, trying to validate that I have a KXP based on gear leg diameter. They have confirmed the model, ut think my gear legs are sleeved. > > Anyways, wanted to let you all know that they can be reached at 606-862-9692 via phone call or text. > > > Read this topic online here: > > https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fforums > .matronics.com%2Fviewtopic.php%3Fp%3D509773%23509773&data=05%7C01%7C%7 > C9bebe8abd5a84adc75c608dae4651522%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7 > C1%7C0%7C638073420051091650%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMD > AiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata > =HTv2Pc2sqfSfH2asvK2W%2BW9L6RJM7f%2BfRhv2dFxzdAo%3D&reserved=0 > > -- The older I get, the less tolerant I am of those who are intolerant of others. If you forward this email, or any part of it, please remove my email address before sending. ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 03:07:27 PM PST US Subject: Kolb-List: Re: Kolb Under New Ownership From: "kolbflyer" here are some pictures that I took today. the attached gear are solid chromoly custom made ones and the fuselage side looks like there is a clamp system, but its not. the picture is of the original aluminum legs and also 1" dia...same as the chromoly ones. 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