chopndrag
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Just picked up this Model 1 kitfox
My mkIV has a single 18 gallon tank and I run a 582 . I fly around 3-4 hours on it with reserve depending on how I set my cruise . I wouldn't mind more fuel myself but It's just to much work that I don't feel like dealing with . After a couple hours I'm ready to get out and stretch my legs anyway.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Angle of nose gear mount tube?
I have general measurements now and can make nose gears for the MkIV if anyone wants a stock style.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Just picked up this Model 1 kitfox
Depends on how many gallons the wing tank holds and how much flying you want to do before refueling.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Just picked up this Model 1 kitfox
Sand them and put some ospho rust inhibitor on them then prime and paint . I also have a set of 9 gallon wing tanks that might work for your plane .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Access for fuel tank repair
I have a set of 9 gallon fiberglass wing tanks for sale . Never been used or drilled .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic KR 1 parts on ebay
From the smiles I think you have a couple of pilots. I wish I lived closer a kr1 would be fun to play with
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Avid IV Fuel Caps
My oil injection one is exactly like that one .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Just picked up this Model 1 kitfox
Your bungee looks bigger then 3/8 but I could be wrong . I would redo the bungee and see how it goes . You might be able to fix it by wrapping it a little different.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Avid IV Fuel Caps
Well I bought the cap and it didn't work . Out curiosity I took the one of my old oil injection tank and it was exact. I'll be turning it into my wing tank cap asap .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Need nose gear or plans
I finally measured and made my fancy drawing for a nose gear like mine . Pretty sure it's a stock one . Here's a photo of my awesome drawing . I'll be able to make these and powder coat them no problem . Anyone know the wall thickness ?
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Borrow some gross weight?
Standard speed wing on a mkIV is 24ft extended is 26ft. Hopefully the extended will help with your weight.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Oil reservoir for early flyer (Oil Injection)
Nah it's easy for me . I have the 8oz bottles and each for 50:1 takes 3 gallons of fuel . I change my plugs or at least look them over every 25 hours or so anyway since my motor is inverted.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Just picked up this Model 1 kitfox
I don't recall your wing size but if it's short like my speed wing then you'll never use the flaps . I tried a couple times and I didn't like how it felt . I rely on slipping if I have to . I have a u tube video spot landing with a couple slips in there , way more fun coming in sideways.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Oil reservoir for early flyer (Oil Injection)
I don't mind the pre mix . If I know my plane is going to sit for a little while I'll put in a few gallons of avgas and it keeps the octane where it needs to be . I usually run half mo gas and half avgas anyway.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Just picked up this Model 1 kitfox
If they are relatively straight I would just pop a couple rivets in and move on to the next .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Access for fuel tank repair
You'll definitely have to replace the fabric. If it's painted you couldn't re iron it either you would just melt the paint . Again Jimchuck and his 2 cents are right about what you have to do . Hopefully it doesn't end up being a nightmare.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Access for fuel tank repair
I'm with Jimchuck on this one . Is it seeping or a waterfall of fuel leaking ? If it's just seeping get a good tank sealant and slosh it around. Way cheaper and less time consuming then removing the tank .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Borrow some gross weight?
720lbs ? My plane comes in at 545lbs with a 582 and speed wing . I think my gross weight is only 1150 lbs . Is 1200lbs the normal gross weight?
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Oil Cooler Flap Install
Looks like a easy and simple thing to make. I could even powder coat them
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chopndrag added a post in a topic People selling "fat ultralights" with no paperwork
I read about that in the local news .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Kitfox 7 possible purchase
I got to fly a sportcruiser and wow that was a fun plane . It just depends on what you really want .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Avid IV Fuel Caps
Local auto parts store had it . It looks like mine so we'll see come Sunday. Hopefully it's the right one . Mine is falling apart and I've done everything I can to get it to seal but I still get a leak . It worked great for awhile then out of the blue I'm leaking fuel on take off out the back .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Avid IV Fuel Caps
I might of had the wrong part number . Mine was a federation fuel cap.
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chopndrag added a post in a topic Avid IV Fuel Caps
I need a new one for mine too . I went everywhere with the part number for it . The ones they had were a deeper and wouldn't work . If you so find one please post the part number .
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chopndrag added a post in a topic The value of avid mk IV kit
Luckily my wife snapped back into shape after both of my daughter's were born . She actually looks pretty much the same after 12 years together so I can't complain at all .
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