1avidflyer

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  1. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Avid Flyer MKIV STOL Build   

    Welcome to the group.  Sadly it seems that face book has taken the place of the various forums, including this one.  It's a real shame, because of the wealth of knowledge available here by using the search options and of course asking questions.  Keep us advised of your progress, and remember, a dumb question is one that isn't asked.  (we love pictures as well)  JImChuk
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  2. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Weight and Balance Issues, Ballast.   

    I don't think you file a weight and balance form with the FAA.  Can you show me different?  The best bet is to talk to the DAR you are going to use and get it straight from the guy who will say yes or no.  JImChuk
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  3. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Weight and Balance Issues, Ballast.   

    I don't have a different letter.  I would wonder if this is really an issue anyway.  Has the DAR raised this topic or are you just trying to dot all the eyes, and cross all the tees?  JImChuk
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  4. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Weight and Balance Issues, Ballast.   

    Well the service letter does list the early models.  Also, the Avid Flyer wing is almost identical to the early model Kitfoxes and it's rear CG is 16.5"
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  5. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Advice on possible KF-2 purchase   

    I'm a real fan of the Ukranian props.  I have two NR props on my Kitfoxes.  This guy sells the same props as NR and seems to answer emails much quicker.  I also think a two blade prop performs better than a 3 blade but is not as smooth.   I would email him and ask what he thinks.  Tell him your engine and gearbox plus it's for a Kitfox.  (tractor application)  Propellers and fans for everyone - Home (mozello.com)
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  6. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Advice on possible KF-2 purchase   

    Looks like B gearbox to me.  That 3 blade Warp drive prop may be a bit heavy for a B gearbox though.  JImChuk
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  7. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Weight and Balance Issues, Ballast.   

    I believe there was a service letter that moved the rearward CG to 16 or 16.5"   Here is a link to the service letters.  Look at # 30.  JImChuk
    Service Letters – Kitfox (kitfoxaircraft.com)
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  8. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Is Leading Edge Airfoils out of business?   

    I ended up just ordering what I needed from Lockwood out of Florida.  Next time I need something though, I'll try them again as they are only about 400 miles from me and shipping is quicker.  JImChuk
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  9. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Advice on possible KF-2 purchase   

    My Kitfox 4 needs less rudder in the turns, and it's stiffer on the controls, mainly in roll.  Probably because of the larger flaperons than earlier models.  I had a Kitfox one for a while, and have tons of Avid time, and the early Kitfox and Avid are more alike to fly than the Kitfox 4.  The Kitfox 2 should be a fun plane, and like Leni says, wake your feet up before takeoff.  Great fun tho.  JImChuk
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  10. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Is Leading Edge Airfoils out of business?   

    Paul,  the phone number you posted is the same one on the LEAF site and it didn't go thru today when I tried,  or last week either for that matter.
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  11. 1avidflyer added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Is Leading Edge Airfoils out of business?
    I know that Aircraft Spruce bought out WagAero, but what happened to LEAF?  Been trying to place an order by phone and the number doesn't work anymore.  JImChuk
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  12. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic VMAX 600 Questions   

    Never heard of anyone using that Yamaha engine.  I would say you are in uncharted territory.  And aviation is not very forgiving about mistakes that play out in the air.  Sometimes the tried and proven solutions are the best.  
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  13. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Flying again   

    After 6 months of radiation and chemo treatments, I met with the surgeon today at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.  After the MRI,  digital probing. and the scope, he said he could find no trace of cancer.  I've got to back in two months for the same tests, but he says he is 95 percent certain that he will be saying the same thing then.  Wahoo!  I'm stoked!  Like having a new lease on life.  Thanks again to all the well wishers!  JImChuk 
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  14. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Flying again   

    Thanks Leni,  Got another .9 hr last evening and am planning to give a buddy a flight tomorrow evening.   I see the surgeon on Thursday and will have a better understanding of where things are.  I'm pretty optimistic based on the last CT scan though.  JImChuk
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  15. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Flying again   

    Got another 1.7 last night.  Sweet!  Took my flying buddy with even.  JImChuk
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  16. 1avidflyer added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Flying again
    Hi all,  as some of you know, I've been going through radiation and chemo treatments for the last 5 months.  Finished that up a couple weeks ago but it left me real weak.  Lost 30 lbs as well. Seems that the treatments have been successful, but after I meet with the surgeon in mid june, I'll know for sure.   Last night was a nice calm evening and I drug the Kitfox 4 out and flew for 1.3 hrs.  Wow was that nice.   Hadn't flown in over 2 months and it sure was missed.  So I'm in a good mood and just had to tell others about it.  JImChuk
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  17. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Dean Wilson ‘40 Special’   

    You didn't have to build it yourself.  Only had to be built by amateurs.  Find a local DAR and he will work with you.  If you didn't build, you won't get the repairman's certificate 
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  18. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Dean Wilson ‘40 Special’   

    I've flown off the hours on an experimental and I'm a sport pilot.  No problem.  JImChuk
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  19. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Dean Wilson ‘40 Special’   

    Gross weight 1320 or less, never had an inflight prop, two seater,  Those are some of the requirements for a plane to be flown as a light sport with a sport pilot license.   An airplane with an experimental or certified airworthiness certificate can qualify.   A cub or champ is legal, as is an Avid flyer.   JImChuk
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  20. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Matco 6" tailwheel spring   

    Good indicator is in this drawing.  I also have a full sized scanned copy of the shape of a good tail spring from the Avid MK IV.  I could send it to you if you like.  JImChuk

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  21. 1avidflyer added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Avid MK IV for sale on barnstormers
    It's not mine, just saw it on barnstormers.  Looks like a real good deal for that price.  Ran the N number and it's current and in order.  JImChuk
    AVID FLYER MK IV • $15,000 • LOOKING FOR NEW OWNER • 1994 AVID FLYER MK IV Rotax engine 65HP 582 LOW hrs Only 451 TOTAL. Needs fuel and annual. Ready to fly. Wing span 30 ' Ready to sell call Jack 505-290-1010 or 505-972-5000 Feel free to call with any questions. • Contact John Wright - WRIGHT & ASSOCIATES , Friend of Owner - located Albuquerque, NM 87107 United States • Telephone: ---------- • Posted May 6, 2024 • Show all Ads posted by this Advertiser • Recommend This Ad to a Friend • Email Advertiser • Save to Watchlist • Report This Ad • View Larger Images
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  22. 1avidflyer added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Avid MK IV for sale on barnstormers
    It's not mine, just saw it on barnstormers.  Looks like a real good deal for that price.  Ran the N number and it's current and in order.  JImChuk
    AVID FLYER MK IV • $15,000 • LOOKING FOR NEW OWNER • 1994 AVID FLYER MK IV Rotax engine 65HP 582 LOW hrs Only 451 TOTAL. Needs fuel and annual. Ready to fly. Wing span 30 ' Ready to sell call Jack 505-290-1010 or 505-972-5000 Feel free to call with any questions. • Contact John Wright - WRIGHT & ASSOCIATES , Friend of Owner - located Albuquerque, NM 87107 United States • Telephone: ---------- • Posted May 6, 2024 • Show all Ads posted by this Advertiser • Recommend This Ad to a Friend • Email Advertiser • Save to Watchlist • Report This Ad • View Larger Images
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  23. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Sky Raider Ultralight (fat) FOR SALE   

    Finally starting to warm up a bit around here.  Not flying much at the moment.  Going thru chemo treatments at the moment and they can knock the stuffing out of you.  Real nice evening today, and i just didn't feel up to it.  Better days coming though.  Staying positive.  JImChuk
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  24. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Sky Raider Ultralight (fat) FOR SALE   

    Location would probably help to generate interest.  JImChuk
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  25. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Jab 2200 Gen 4 installation   

    The plane weighed 605 lbs after the rebuild.   Gross weight is 1150,  That leaves 545 useful load.  JImChuk
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