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  1. LSaupe added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Any more updates on this engine?
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  2. LSaupe added a post in a topic Power loss. Off field landing...   

    Just now catching this thread.  Sorry to hear about this and good decision putting it down as you did.  Glad to hear you are o.k.
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  3. LSaupe added a post in a topic Newbie (Kitfox IV)   

    Another resource for you would be to communicate with a member on the Teamkitfox.com site.  His name is "Mnflyer".  He has a Model III with an HKS and loves it.  There is also a Yahoo HKS user group that may be of assistance.  Might be a touch low on power for the Model IV but hopefully sufficient.  Take a real good look at your engine mount and frame.  We had a local conversion up this way (582 to an HKS) and the engine mount failed early on (might have been a production bad weld, but worth a look). 
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  4. LSaupe added a post in a topic 582 High Vibration   

    I know this is old, but did it ever get sorted out?  If so, what was the culprit?  Chris, any chance you can post a pic of what you are talking about?
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  5. LSaupe added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Balance Master
    Anyone ever run a Balancemaster on their prop?  If so, any feedback (i.e. worth the effort)?
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  6. LSaupe added a post in a topic March Flying   

    That's Fabulous!
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  7. LSaupe added a post in a topic Fueling Options   

    Thought I would pass this along. This is the option we went with.  Works real nice plus the added bonus of an automatic sensor at the hose outlet which prevents an overfill.
    The pump will actually raise the fuel 3 feet. So.. we just walk a 5 gallon can to the top of our small ladder/stool. Drop the end of the hose in the wing tank and shuts off when the tank is full.  
     
    http://www.amazon.com/Second-Gen-TERAPUMP-TRFA01-Auto-Stop/dp/B00SBZRKEU/ref=pd_sim_263_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=41XlnUXn8bL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=196SQN81BN2HBKXQR2S1
     
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  8. LSaupe added a post in a topic Happy Update   

    Great to see you back in the air!  Thanks for posting.
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  9. LSaupe added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Teal, wont this be way over powered for a Kitfox IV?  Seems like 80 HP provides very spirited performance.  Maybe a Model 5-7 would make better use of all that power (with regard to feeling out the engine).
    Not sure if it has been mentioned yet, but I assume the cold weather (cold start) capabilities are retained for this use.  Sure beats all the warming rituals for standard 4 strokes.  I was amazed at how well my Vector fired up in Northern Ontario during bitter cold mornings. Fuel mileage was very impressive as well.
     
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  10. LSaupe added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Looked here as well.  5 on Craigslist.  Shouldn't be too hard to find.  Especially after this terrible winter (snow wise).
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  11. LSaupe added a post in a topic Early style replacement motor mount rubbers   

    How do you ensure your durometer is correct?
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  12. LSaupe added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Great Day in VT
     
    My wife just treated me to a great weekend getaway, which included some flight time at Shelburne Flight School (VT8).  The key part of this was that the instructor, Paul Potter (he is a full time instructor), instructs in a fairly new factory built Kitfox Model 7 (non-experimental Light Sport).  912 100 HP Rotax with a Whirlwind prop and glass cockpit.  You may recognize this bird as it was featured in the Feb 2015 issue of Kitplanes magazine and was also at Sun-n-Fun and Oshkosh.  He flew it home from a flight school in Idaho last year. Build quality was exceptional.  It now has 1300 hours on the clock (mostly in instruction mode).  Can't tell it from a new plane. Very impressive performance.  Glass cockpit  takes some getting used to but makes for a very clean panel.  If you ever get back up that way, don't hesitate to stop in and say hi (then drop over to the VT Teddy Bear Factory and also Shelburne Farms).  http://www.shelburneflightschool.com/    
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  13. LSaupe added a post in a topic Header Tanks   

    I used Adel clamps on mine (though did need to extend one of the tabs).  Never did fit real well behind the seat so actually put it behind the tubes vice between the seat and tubes.  Just a bit too tight for some reason where I wanted it.  However, in this scenario you would need to disconnect the flaperon control tubes prior to folding.  Will grab some pics the next time I go to the airport if interested.
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  14. LSaupe added a post in a topic Tailwheel chain tension and allowable offset?   

    Good vid!
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  15. LSaupe added a post in a topic Tailwheel chain tension and allowable offset?   

    Thanks all.   Vertical stab is straight, no offset.
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  16. LSaupe added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Tailwheel chain tension and allowable offset?
    I have a Kitfox III with an 8" Matco single arm tailwheel.
    My wife is training on the bird now, for her tailwheel endorsement, and commented on why there is some left pedal required for it to track straight.  I just never noticed it before.  With the pedals even (rudder is then true to the vert stab) the plane will drift off right.  When raising the tail (by hand) the rudder and tailwheel all line up well, however, during taxi (even on coast with idle) you need to add some left pedal (rudder and tailwheel now slightly misaligned).  Anyone experienced this before?
    I added a link to my right chain and it now taxis perfect (with regard to pedal position).  Right chain now has zero tension and left the original 1/2" (unsprung length is 2.75").  Right side spring length is 2.75" and left side compressed to 2.25" (with everything aligned - Rudder to tailwheel straight ahead).  Not sure I want to fly like that, but just for a point of reference.  Prior to the change both were at 2.25"
    Gear alignment is perfect.  Kinda odd that the Matco tailweel is offset to the right of the centerline though (maybe due to the single arm?).
    Do any of you run different tensions on your chains?
    If so, anyone know what the recommended tension is for the Matco?  The supplied chains are rather crude (each link worth 1/2" of distance).
     
     
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  17. LSaupe added a post in a topic Door Latch Options   

    I have the same, mounted in the same place and they work great.  Plus nothing hanging on the outside.
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  18. LSaupe added a post in a topic 2-Stroke flying   

    Impressive flying spot!
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  19. LSaupe added a post in a topic Matco tail wheels   

    Love mine!
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  20. LSaupe added a post in a topic Starting my kitfox 1 build pictures here   

    Nice work.  Very sharp!
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  21. LSaupe added a post in a topic Fueling Options   

    Fabulous feedback and ideas!  Thanks.
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  22. LSaupe added a post in a topic Fueling Options   

    Or maybe something like this "if" you can hold the end in the tank and crank at the same time.
    http://www.amazon.com/HMC-Gasoline-Caddy-20-Gallon-GC-20R/dp/B00BJ2ELPS/ref=pd_sim_sbs_263_4?ie=UTF8&dpID=31-3Yf%2BkCAL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR86%2C160_&refRID=050SN5Y4GHEMEM3ABW9D
    or
    http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200484467_200484467?utm_campaign=bazaarvoice&utm_medium=SearchVoice&utm_source=RatingsAndReviews&utm_content=Default
     
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  23. LSaupe added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Fueling Options
    I am looking for ways to fuel our bird without needing to hoist a 5 gallon can over the wing each time.  My wife can't lift a can very high and doesn't want to take the risk.
    I was thinking something like:
    http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pspages/goatthroat.php
    Anyone have experience with this or other ideas?
     
     
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  24. LSaupe added a post in a topic Any issues with stand gearbox oil in cold weather   

    Yep, actually went by the 40 hr mark this morning.  A very patient wife was waiting at the hanger for a well deserved first ride and some stick time (she should have her tailwheel endorsement soon).  We were trailed by one of the guys in our EAA chapter, and with any luck he will have some video of the flight. I will post if it comes out well.
    The BIG 4-0!  Luckily the weather was conducive this year to keep flying.  For me, that's like a years worth of flying in 4 months!

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  25. LSaupe added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Very clean installation.  Impressed with your workmanship and attention to detail.  What kind of trike is that?  I used to fly a Northwing a while back.
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