horsepower
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horsepower added a post in a topic Excellent Article on Dean Wilson
Great article, if it wasnt for him there would be no Kitfox,Skyraider, Just Aircraft and many others.Maybe we wouldnt even have a Light Sport class who knows.Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Rules for building a plane
Man did you ever hit that nail on the head,just when I think I have everything bought roll out another thousand.I thought drag racing was expensive. Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Got my Kitfox gear today!
Joey, I have a friend that builds Super Cubs and he said you will gain MPH and lift by covering the landing gear. I was thinking about not covering mine but now I am.Leni must know what the heck he's talking about. Good Luck Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Got my Kitfox gear today!
Joey, You can always cover them later and that way you will know if you picked up any extra speed or climb. Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Road trip
Joey, California has lots of beautiful country,most people think of it as nothing but skyscrapers and housing developments.Which it does have plenty of them also.I know the area your pics are at real well as I was born in Ashland, Oregon just over the border.Lots of hunting and fishing in that area,pics bring back good old memories.Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Buying my new Avid
Here in the U.S after the D.A.R. inspects your airplane and everything passes then he will give you an area near your airport that you can fly. This is usually a 40 hour time frame and during that time you are not allowed to take a passenger.I guess they figure it will take 40 hours to get the bugs worked out of it.I guess its a good thing but 40 hours does seem excessive.Good Luck with your new toy. Randy
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horsepower added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar
Gearbox ClutchAny of you guys run a clutch on your C gearbox? Sounds like a good thing other than trying to prop start but dont know a thing about them.I dont really have an extra 500.00 to throw away but if it is something that a guy should get then now would be the time to do it as I dont have my engine permanently mounted yet. Thanks Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Phase I complete!
Good job Joey,Im hoping to get mine up and flying by this fall or sooner.When I see you guys with your pics and videos I get a little jealous so have been burning the midnight oil.I havent even been working on my dragster and thats usually priority.Glad to see your new engine is working out too. Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Get a Complete Cover Job Kit at Dealer Cost! (-20%)
I am currently covering my Skyraider using the Stewart Systems.It is a pleasure using it as Im covering my plane at my shop where I work and I dont have much ventalation.There are no harsh chemicals and practically no smell.I have both wings finished and starting on the fuselage.Call Stewarts and get the 6 DVD and you wont have any problems.It is applied like no other so its important that you follow their method as descibed.They are very helpful if you need assistance. Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic First real X country trip report!
Thats cool Joey,are you happy with your new engine? Im getting ready to cover my fuselage so Im hoping to get it in the air this summer.Maybe I can get down your way or if you get back up to Idaho give me a buzz.Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Opinions on Matco TW's?
Learn something everyday................
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horsepower added a post in a topic Wiring
Thanks for that article,sometimes its the simple things that make the most sense.I like how he wraps it together with the couple long strands to hold everything in place.I have tons of wiring left so I'll give it a whirl. Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Need help finding a part
Spruces website kinda of sucks to find light sport stuff in, but its in their 2009 catalog on page 307. The part number is 10-01557. Its 5/16 studs on both ends but its only 3/4 inch long so maybe that is not the one you need.If you type in the part number in their search box it will come up.
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horsepower added a post in a topic Need help finding a part
Just looked and Aircraft Spruce does have them.
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horsepower added a post in a topic Need help finding a part
Joey are you sure the stud is not a 5/16 and takes a 1/2 inch wrench or is it a 1/2 inch diameter stud?If you go to the Lord website they have just about every mount you can imagine.Aircraft Spruce may have it or Wicks, good luck.
Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic How to screw up a good days riding
Man you got balls bigger than the jugs on a big block chevy,I thought I was gutsy over the years with my drag racing but I think I may be a pussy after watching that.Glad your not hurt any more than you are.Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic VW engine in an Avid/Fox
I think I would consider contacting Preceptor Aircraft,they use the VW in most of their aircraft.The advertised performance isnt to shabby.Im building a Super Skyraider and really considered the VW but went with the 582 instead.The Preceptor Super Pup has an empty weight of 450 and a gross of 1050.You have probably already researched it but just incase you havent it may be worth your while.Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic VW engine in an Avid/Fox
I agree Joey,I did a lot of research before choosing the 582 and it gets right down to power/weight ratio.The VW I believe is a good engine but they are more suited to a faster less dragier type of plane like a Sonex.The size of the prop has its limitations because of the direct drive and the RPMs it turns.I was told a good running 503 will out perform a VW and 912s are totally ridicoulas now.If I were rich I would have a 912 but one has to settle for something practicle or we may as well all be flying certified aircraft.Im hoping my 582 will be safe and I spent extra for some decent gauges to keep it in its operating ranges.If it does quit me I guess I,ll say damn I wished I would have bought a 912. Randy
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horsepower added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar
WiringNot sure why Im even asking this as Im half way finished, but Im wiring my airplane now and I have been soldering and shrink tubing all the connections.Someone told me that I should be using electrical connectors and use a good pair of crimpers.I have always soldered all the electrical connections on my dragster and have never had any problems, I cant imagine my airplane shaking more than my car.I guess old school isnt always the best.Are any of you guys wiring gurus? Randy
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horsepower added a topic in Rotax and other engines
Engine MountsI have a question on engine mount movement,I have a upright 582 mounted on a plate with 4 rubber mounts. It sure seems like there is a lot of movement when I grab a hold of gearbox and move up and down.Is this normal or are the mounts shot?They are used but look to be in good shape.I have never owned a 2 stroke so maybe they are fine.I never measured but I bet I can move the prop hub 1/2 inch or so.Seems like it would be flopping around like a rag doll when you powered up, Im aways off from starting it but guess I will find out. Thanks Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Christmas cargo run
Can Santa and his reindeer keep up with that bad boy? We truly appreciate what you and our military do for our country.You guys keep us safe so we can have our crazy hobbies. Merry Christmas
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horsepower added a post in a topic A Bad Sign
10/4 on that, the prop is a 68 inch Powerfin with the F blades. They just relocated to Texas from Spokane, Wa.believe they are back in business now.
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horsepower added a post in a topic A Bad Sign
Yes I have had some time to work on it.Most of our business is boats, we do automotive and race car stuff in winter but nobody has any money this year so looks like I wont have any excuses for not working on it.The rod running back from the throttle is for the rear throttle control, its actually one of my aluminum arrows was just going to use it to dummy up but works pretty good.May as well use them on my plane as I cant seem to hit an elk with them.
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horsepower added a topic in Avid fox flyers pics and vids
A Bad SignI got my wings painted and hung on wall now going to wire fuselage.Not sure if this is a bad sign or not but our black shop cat seems to have taken to my Skyraider.Hope all have a Merry Christmas. Randy
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horsepower added a post in a topic Fish Creek Lakes trip
That was great,thats some beautiful country up there.Sounds cool listening to the 582 humming along.Keep those pics coming. Randy
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