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  1. EDMO added a post in a topic where to get the lexan turtledeck?   

    I have the Avid magnum manual. The TD is hinged crossways. They have a U-shaped piece that goes under the hinge, and tuber or silicone seal to vent it out the side. Try Airdale for info / parts. Are they still in business? I watched Airdale #1 being built in Alaska, but the TD was split in half lengthwise. Surely, there must be a U-shaped rubber, or what about just flat rupper glued under the hinge and vented out? Ed in MO
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  2. EDMO added a post in a topic Converting over to hydraulic brakes?   


    I can'tanswerthat. Someone elsesaid to use KF gear. Ed
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  3. EDMO added a post in a topic Matco brake   


    How about asking Matco if the MC-5 boots will work? I have the MC-1, but don't know what you mean by "boot". where does it go? Ed
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  4. EDMO added a post in a topic need a flaperon   


    I have two pieces of flaperon. one is about 4 feet long and the other is a little shorter. BUT - Speedwing is model 4? Mine are the early type with the flat bottom - not symetrical - think there are 3 or 4 hangers total, but question if hangers and cutouts will be in the places you need them. They are not hard to make - and you can use blind rivets - just have the tails on the top, so they don't scrape your scalp! Ed
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  5. EDMO added a post in a topic turtle deck   

    We would just have to compare measurements to see if it fits. Can take photo later this week. May be smoke or light bronze? Take half of whatever Kitfox wants. I have their price list somewhere. Ed
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  6. EDMO added a post in a topic Converting over to hydraulic brakes?   


    Robert, I have all the stuff to convert yours, KF landing geasr, axles, wheels, matco brakes, cylinders. Someone wrote me about them and I gave them a quote, but no reply yet. So...........? Ed
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  7. EDMO added a post in a topic KITFOX 2/3 ENGINE MOUNT WANTED   


    Mark, I'm too old for puters! I have a 532 mount for a KF1, but need measurements between all bolt holes to see if it fits your 2.
    Also have a 532 from a KF2 complete with mount, radiator, redrive, starter, muffler, instruments and prop - and anything else that fits it. Rather sell the KF1 mount by its self. $100 plus shipping. Ed
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  8. EDMO added a post in a topic Great Liquid type heater with defroster   

    Got Dr. appointment tomorrow. Will take photos this week. I made an aluminum mount for mine which attasches to firewall and a tube under where the front tank was mounted. Ed
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  9. EDMO added a post in a topic 66"-68" Prop needed   


    I have a 3 blade GSC Ithink 68, good condition, with 2 spare blades. Make me a reasonable offer plus shipping.
    Now, don't know what rotation - came from rotax 532 tractor engine on KF2. Ed
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  10. EDMO added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Great Liquid type heater with defroster
    I have an extra heater for sale. Measures about 5" high x 8" deep x 16" wide. 4 outlets for heat, 2 defrost ducts. twin blowers, 3 speeds.
    Mine works great. Mounted under nose tank, or in place of it. Manufacturer told me that it would overheat a rag-top jeep - they weren't kidding.
    Cost me $200 with shipping. Sell $175 shipped to lower 48. This is new, in original box. Ed
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  11. EDMO added a post in a topic Wanted   


    I checked my wheels today. I have 2 mains and one nose. I plan to keep the nose wheel. I believe that these are 40-90A wheels and 164-23 disks. I took this from Spruce Catalog. the only numbers I found on the two wheels I checked were 1075 on one and C857 on the other. The disks are probably way too heavy for your bird, but this is good, as they can be turned thinner by any shop that does brakes. The wheels are epoxy painted and the disks have primer and red rustoleum on them to preserve them from rusting. Haven't found bearings or bolts, but you may want to get new ones anyway. But can look more. Make offer. Ed
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  12. EDMO added a post in a topic turtle deck   

    I have several Kitfox manuals, and the Avid Magnum manual. Some TD's are split lengthwise, and some crosswise. I have a one-piece Lexan light bronze for early Kitfox for sale. Like new old stock - never cut or drilled. Ed in Missouri
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  13. EDMO added a post in a topic Reductions EA81   

    Randy, Just figured the 32 inches vs the 880 sillymeters and they don't match. Looks like 32 is 800. 880 is 35 inches. Please go ahead and measure around your belt. If it is 32, then we have a match, but if not - Thanks for trying. Now I need to find a supplier for Gates or some brand of belt.
    Ed in Missouri
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  14. EDMO added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Lots of Early Kitfox Parts 532 engine & setup
    Call me at 314-753-8587 AFTERNOONS CST
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  15. EDMO added a post in a topic Wanted   

    I have one or two, have to check, sets of Cleveland wheels,disks & brakes taken off of a Piper, cleaned, treated and painted white. Will let you know in day or so. Have no tires for sale - McCreary are cheap new. Priced reasonable - Let me know what you think is reasonable. Will Check part numnbers to see what they are.
    Ed in Missouri
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  16. EDMO added a post in a topic need a flaperon   

    Needing Flaperon? Don't know if I have two scraps left or only one about four feet long. Will check later today. maybe a hinge or two?"? Why are you slowing it down? more lift? weight? Catch you later. CST Ed im Missouri
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  17. EDMO added a post in a topic Reductions EA81   

    Randy,
    My belt measures 3 1/2 wide and about 32 inches long measured on the outside. I will try to convert my numbers into sillymeters, and see what your numbers might mean in "Merican". If we have a near match, and I think the 3 5/16 is close enough, then call me this afternoon, or whatever afternoon you can and let me know where to send a check and I will pay shipping - maybe $10 more?
    Thanks again, Ed 314-753-8587 Mo.
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  18. EDMO added a post in a topic Reductions EA81   



  19. EDMO added a post in a topic Reductions EA81   

    Randy, Thanks for the reply. I am old, and puter inept. Maybe daughter can help me post a photo.
    My mount goes both to engine and the redrive. I have a video that Dave Johnson made, and in it he said that the EA81 was 1.84 ratio. But when he wrote me about new ones, he mentioned only 2.1 and 2.35 ratios. The original owner said he thought it was 1.8, but he was very uncertain about lots of things. He had bought it used. My belt is still in one piece, but getting old. I would like to have your belt if it is the right one. How about just measuring the belt length and width? I think they are all 8mm teeth. Don't know what company makes them or if they will interchange with Gates Poly________?
    Please let me know what your belt measures and I will measure mine.
    my phone is 314-753-8587 afternoons CST. Ed
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  20. EDMO added a post in a topic Reductions EA81   



  21. EDMO added a post in a topic Anyone tried one of these lights??   

    Just ordered the lights. Can't have too many. Alaska requires more than down here, but still had close calls up there too. Best one was white plastic coming out of canyon on my left near Birchwood. Green light showed on his right wingtip as he met me headon in 2 seconds, either upside down, or lights on wrong?????
    Thanks for the info.
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  22. EDMO added a topic in Rotax and other engines   

    Reductions EA81 info needed
    Just letting everyone know that Mr. Dave Johnson, owner of "Reductions" in Canada, passed away 22 Sept 2011.
    I purchased a used EA81 with his reduction belt drive in 2003. I wrote to him trying to find out my ratio, where to get a new belt, and specs on washers and bolt torks on his engine mount. His wife just sent me a letter that he had passed away and the company is no longer in business.
    If anyone can give me any of this info, I would appreciate a posting or call me afternoons CST.
    Thanks, Ed in Missouri 314-753-8587
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  23. EDMO added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Lots of Early Kitfox parts
    I have spare parts enough to build nearly One and a half early Kitfoxes, including a new fuselage. Don't know if allowed to say that here. Call in afternoons
    CST 314-753-8587 Ed in Missouri
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  24. EDMO added a post in a topic where to get the lexan turtledeck?   


    Thickness is probably .090 to .125. Could measure the extra that I have. I have bent Lexan with a heat gun, but too hot and Lexan will have little bubbles in it. TD must fit in slot at end of skylight.
    Ed in Missouri
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  25. EDMO added a post in a topic where to get the lexan turtledeck?   


    I have one for early Kitfox. Light bronze tint from Kitfox. Would have to get exact measurements for yours to see if it would fit. Probably not much heat buildup. Don't know if I'm allowed to sell anything on this forum. New here. Also, check clearence space where TD fits to skylight trim. Ed in Missouri (was Alaska)
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