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  1. Post on Wing covers. in Technical tasks

    By AvidJack, posted
    I hangar in an OLD shed, which dumps dust and **** on the planes.  I've used a horsehair brush on a shop vac way too often, and started wondering whether a twin sheet.. maybe, but it would take a lot of sewing, not my strong suit.  Then I noticed drop cloths were on sale at (drumroll) Harbor Freight, and they had 10 oz canvas cloths that were 4x12 ($10) and 4x15 ($12)  (even better at 40% off this weekend). Those, and a few elastic bedstraps (Amazon, used to tighten sheets), and I'm looking forward to NOT cleaning the wings on a regular basis.
    The door to my shed is 20 feet wide, so I have to fold to bring them in.  The stand in the back makes it possible to unfold, and lessens the  need to de-fuel. Lift the tail onto a sawhorse,  put on the stand, and you're ready to fold. Without the stand, a wing can easily get away from you, and it's certainly not fun to unfold uphill by yourself without it.
    I used to roll it in and out by hand.  I'm older (not wiser, and sure not stronger) now, so modified my tailwheel dolly to accomodate a lawn tractor as a tug. but I'd be shocked if they didn't go on sale again.
    Jack
    Austin, TX



  2. Post on Avid Magnum Project FOR SALE in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By OLDMNSX, posted
    FOR SALE: Avid Magnum Kit #87M project. Large Baggage Door, No Engine, prop, instruments, seat back adjusters, passenger seat fore/aft adjuster.  593.9 TT. Airworthiness Certificate Issued Jun 21, 2003. 1st Flight July 25, 2003.  Registration and Bill of Sale are in my business name issued July 22, 2025. The aircraft was ground looped, prior to my purchase, and the left wing tip and flaperon were damaged, the wing was repaired and the flaperon needs repair. There were two outboard rib tails damaged on the left wing, which have been repaired and the wing cover has been repaired. The whole wing was not recovered. The repair was done prior to my purchase. I have pictures of the rib tail repair before the repair was covered. The engine mount is for a Lycoming O-320 DYNA Focal Case. Located at the Caldwell, ID airport (KEUL). I have the flaperons, horizontal stabilizer and elevator located at my garage in Boise, ID.  Give me a call or text at 208-six three one-1425 with your questions or want any additional pictures.
    $18,000 or best offer. 




















  3. Post on Kitfox IV -1050 Project For Sale $12,000 in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By Av8r_Sed, posted
    Kitfox IV - 1050 Project Posted on Barnstormers: https://www.barnstormers.com/classified-1919613-KITFOX-IV-1050-PROJECT.html


  4. Post on Kitfox IV -1050 For Sale $12,000 in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By Av8r_Sed, posted
    Kitfox IV - 1050 Project Posted on Barnstormers: https://www.barnstormers.com/classified-1919613-KITFOX-IV-1050-PROJECT.html


  5. Post on ISO Nose gear in Avid Kitplanes.com

    By tri4874, posted
    iso nose gear for a kitfox Model 5...thx!


  6. Post on Getting the film off of (old) flaperons? in Technical tasks

    By AvidJack, posted
    I'm building a kitfox IV speedster from a 31 year old kit.  In those years, the plastic film covering the flaperons has become one with the metal.
    Once upon a time I found a video where the poster had found a stripper that seemed to work given enough time, but I've been unable to find it again. Dug through this site, and another, no joy.
    I'm open to suggestions!
     
    Thanks,  
    Jack  Austin, TX


  7. Post on Which Kitfox uses a Jack Screw on the Horizontal Stab? in KitFox General Forum

    By OLDMNSX, posted
    Which Kitfox uses a jackscrew on the horizontal?  How effective is it?  Is anyone running a trim tab elevator and jackscrew horizontal together? Thanks Brad


  8. Post on Wide Band Air Fuel Ratio Gauge in Two Strokes

    By OLDMNSX, posted
    Does anyone have any experience with using a fuel air ratio gauge, like an AEM 30-4110, on a two stroke? Thanks Brad
    https://www.ebay.com/itm/274327127100?epid=1130294172&hash=item3fdf2bc43c:g:WuIAAOSw3uleRVc7&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAsDBJIi25bIVIjeoDyZ1sQoEE8SpiQ%2Fg5tFal%2F2d1K9f1IpOEbhfT22PuhHqMU4U7fGy0E41d6uTb%2FNFCTXJ%2FG1dAXsOyFArsPtdQw11h47%2F3qtR3iM62xKIsuY10L139bxskN4m54%2FXkYxr404QlHkUV%2BZjaN198DQ6kGomWVLP7GYuYWRfnTdhFMhUi9S2MdYapDyw%2BJNt41rT1fXM2JRjFNNWQ3Ru4MgZOy1S17I%2FH|tkp%3ABk9SR9SkyOXhYA


  9. Post on Kitfox IV 582 vs. 912(80hp) only in Kitfox IV

    By motortommy, posted
    I know that this topic has been discussed several times, but anyway I would like to ask for some real life experiences. There should be folks who meanwhile have experience with both 2 and 4 stroke powerplants…
    Due to microlight regulation I`m interested mainly in comparison of 65(582) vs. 80 hp (912). So no focus on 912uls, zipper, edge,… options
    Is the swap worth the effort? Why/why not?
    Aside from short following pro and con list, how did your Kitfox IV changed? What real life numbers did you gain?

    con
     
    cost (engine, mount, prop, accessories,…)additional weightno ideal installation with early mount (oiltank, carb position, …)approval procedure neededno quick and easy swap (cowling, cooling System, avionics,… are affected)…
    pro
     
    improved reliabilitysimplified operation proceduresbetter resale value of the planeincreased performance (cruise/climb)…
    Thanks for any insights!


  10. Post on KitFox Raven Uncompleted Build in AZ for Sale in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By George Campbell, posted
    Project KitFox Raven!
    $6,500 for everything!
    Time & Talent needed!
    Have Build Plans. 
    O/ TIme Rotax 582 greyhead. Has oil injection, 2.58 gear box.
    Muffler.
    Front gas tank and two wing tanks. Both are made out of aluminum.
    Warp Drive R-4320 Propeller w/ spinner. 
    Hydraulic breaks
    Matco tail wheel
    Looking for someone to come and pick it up. The plane itself is about 50 percent done. I am not looking to part it out. It must be purchased as a whole. I recently moved into a new place and am looking to make room in my shop. At this time I am not looking to build a kit right now.  
    If you are looking to contact me just reply to this forum. THANKS!

















  11. Post on KF IV speedster door latch help? in Kitfox IV

    By AvidJack, posted
    I'm working on a speedster kit from 1992, have a partial manual, bought the pdf build manuals, and.. none of these parts (pictured) show up in any of them.  While I do appreciate a good puzzle (tail access covers mis-marked L/R), I'm hoping that someone might save me the trouble?  If you have these parts in your door, would you mind sending a picture of how they go together?  What you see is what I got. If you notice anything missing, I'd appreciate a hint, even more a picture.  Best of all, a page or two describing the assembly?
     
    Thanks,
    Jack  Austin TX


  12. Post on Kasilof River ski flying in Avid fox flyers pics and vids

    By Good old number 29, posted
    Here’s a great iPhone video of flying past the office at work. It was a beautiful day. Lots of good snow cover. It was a great day to get out and enjoy the great late-winter ski conditions. 
     
     
     
    https://youtu.be/ZRSwizHbVls


  13. Post on Installing wing tanks in Technical tasks

    By Good old number 29, posted
    I needed to pull the Kitfox back into the shop to do some maintenance, and decided it was finally time to install those wing tanks. The build manual that came with my Model 1 has instructions for installing the old aluminum six gallon wing tank, but not the newer, thirteen gallon, ethanol-resistant ones that I have. Does anyone have installation instructions that they could post, or a link to something I might have missed? I see that some people are gluing dowels to the ribs, and fitting it tight to plywood on the sides of the tank. My plan was to stick them in place with 3M 5200. I already put a couple extra braces in to reinforce the third ribs when I rebuilt the wings. 




  14. Post on ISO an exhaust in Kitfox III

    By Cameronx26, posted
    Looking for a used but in good condition rotax 912ul exhaust for my Kitfox 3! Lmk what you got call or text 615 891 8 five seven seven 


  15. Post on ISO Exhaust for 912Ul Kitfox Model 3 in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By Cameronx26, posted
    Looking for a good exhaust for my Kitfox model iii with a rotax 912ul on it!
     Call or text me 615 891 eight five seven seven


  16. Post on 25 mile radius in Avid fox flyers pics and vids

    By Good old number 29, posted
    I’ve been getting as much time in the air as I reasonably can, since I got signed off to solo. It’s all been within a 25 mile radius. I’d have to go further to find something less beautiful. It looks tropical, with the pale blue water of the glacier-fed lake. https://youtu.be/mP2QAMC01Ww


  17. Post on Wanted wing Jury struts for KF Model 2 in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By KNickman, posted
    I bought a used Kitfox Model 2 kit and just discovered there are no wing jury struts in the kit.  Would like to buy a set. Thanks


  18. Post on Kitfox Belly Radiator in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By Texaskitfox, posted
    Im looking for a kitfox belly radiator. I have the smaller one and would like the larger one. unfortunately kitfox is out of stock and will be at least 3-4 week before they may have more. if you have one laying around lets make a deal. I would be interested in either size.
     
     
    Bobby 
    6825972196
    Kitfox Model 1 #144
    N82RK 


  19. Post on Want Wing Tank for Kitfox I, 8" Matco Tailwheel in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By KNickman, posted
    Would like to buy wing tanks to fit Kitfox Model 1. Prefer ethanol proof tanks.
    Would like to by an 8" Matco tailwheel from anyone who has upgraded their tailwheel and wants to part with the old one.


  20. Post on FS IVOPROP Medium Adjustable in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By OLDMNSX, posted
    IVOPROP Medium Adjustable DL258, 75 to 100 hp, 2 blade, 58" Dia, Flange is 4" Volkswagen. This prop is NEW, Never Used. Purchased in 2000. Cost today is $1000, Sell for $800 OBO
     



  21. Post on Kitfox parts on Barnstormers in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By whizzers, posted
    Just saw this :https://www.barnstormers.com/classified-1566723-KITFOX-III-PARTS.html


  22. Post on Kitfox on EBAY in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By whizzers, posted
    https://www.ebay.com/itm/1991-Kitfox-1-tail-dragger-STOL-Rotax-582-2-seat-airplane/153853838977?hash=item23d2674681:g:v7kAAOSwhzZeYBQX


  23. Post on New Builder of Avid Type and a Yamaha RX1 in Introduce yourself

    By Supermotive, posted
    Hello All. I am a new member here, and I wanted to introduce myself. I have been an aviation enthusiast my whole life, and I now I am FINALLY working on actually building and flying my own plane. I just bought a Yamaha RX1 with 250 miles on it. I intend to use the engine is some form of a Kitfox/Rans/or Highlander custom build. My goals are safety, low build cost and operating costs (I'm a middle class father), and a fun factor. Being new at this, I am happy to learn from all of you. I will be harvesting the RX1 motor within the next few weeks. So you all can school me. I am an engineer by profession, and I do know some about airplane physics, so I can speak the language, but you all have the valuable experience. I have a lot to learn about which airplane to build, how to mount the Yamaha engine, how to weld up mounts (I have a TIG welder), which gearbox is the most dependable, etc... I look forward to learning and sharing with you guys/gals..


  24. Post on Kitfox IV measurements in Kitfox IV

    By snowpaw, posted
    I’m currently building a garage and wonder what the LxWxH measurements of a Kitfox IV is with wings folded, especially the L. 
    If possible, H on wheels and on floats.
    The idea is in the future to be able to store the plane in it with wings folded.


  25. Post on Looking for Avid MK IV or KF IV in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it

    By Bill D., posted
    Let me know if you have an Avid Mk IV for sale in the Texas area.  Prefer 912 but not opposed  to other power plants.  Would consider reasonably priced Kitfox as well.  Thanks much!   Direct email   wducharm@prodigy.net