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Topic: 912 ignition module |
n61kf
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2012 4:22 pm Subject: Re: 912 ignition module |
Thanks everyone for your assistance in helping me locate an ignition module. Frank in N. Carolina had an extra used one he fixed me up with. I should be back in the air soon.
Keith
do not archiv ... |
Topic: 912 ignition module |
n61kf
Replies: 5
Views: 4794
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sat Jul 21, 2012 4:12 am Subject: 912 ignition module |
Any one out there know the where abouts of a Rotax 912 SMD electronic module, part# 965-358 (old style).
None of the big Rotax suppliers in the U.S. or Canada have one in stock, and the backorder wai ... |
Topic: Wood Fairings |
n61kf
Replies: 9
Views: 11133
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sun Apr 17, 2011 3:49 am Subject: Re: Wood Fairings |
This light weight plastic fairing might be worth looking into. It would have to be split in order to install on our struts, then foam filled.
http://www.streamline.8k.com/ |
Topic: 912 mid range power problem |
n61kf
Replies: 7
Views: 6092
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Mon Oct 04, 2010 1:44 pm Subject: Re: 912 mid range power problem |
Well, moving the needles up one notch seems to be the answer. It runs much smoother from idle up to full power now. At least on the ground. Tomorrow I will sync the carbs , put on the cowl, and go fly ... |
Topic: 912 mid range power problem |
n61kf
Replies: 7
Views: 6092
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Fri Oct 01, 2010 4:49 pm Subject: 912 mid range power problem |
I recently started having a problem with the 912ul in my Kitfox IV. I noticed when reducing power in the pattern it would start running rough at about 4000 rpm, but then smooth out as I reduced power ... |
Topic: Another Kitfox hits 1000 hours |
n61kf
Replies: 37
Views: 23184
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Jul 06, 2010 9:35 am Subject: Re: Another Kitfox hits 1000 hours |
Congratulations, Lynn
May your airplane proudly wear it"s 1000 hour + homebuilt sign this year at Oshkosh!
Keith Schneider |
Topic: Any Kitfox'ers going to MERFI? |
n61kf
Replies: 2
Views: 2285
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Thu Sep 10, 2009 7:04 am Subject: Re: Any Kitfox'ers going to MERFI? |
Lynn, I am considering going, I'm not sure which day, may depend on weather. |
Topic: bubbles under the skin |
n61kf
Replies: 6
Views: 3554
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sun Sep 06, 2009 3:33 pm Subject: Re: bubbles under the skin |
Dick,
I have the same thing going on the surface over my tanks. I have not attempted a cure yet, but was leaning toward injecting some thinned polytac under the bubbles.
I had this same thing happe ... |
Topic: IVO PROP FOR SALE |
n61kf
Replies: 6
Views: 9314
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Nov 26, 2008 4:34 pm Subject: Re: IVO PROP FOR SALE |
The propeller is model number UR370+PE. It is complete, with electric hub, blades, with stainless leading edge protection, wiring harness with switch and breaker. Ivo skull cap spinner + 9"UHS f ... |
Topic: IVO PROP FOR SALE |
n61kf
Replies: 6
Views: 9314
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Nov 25, 2008 1:16 pm Subject: IVO PROP FOR SALE |
List,
I have decided to keep my Kitfox IV, sport pilot compliant, and decided not to install the IFA propeller. So it is for sale. It is an IVO light 70" three blade, in flight adjustable pro ... |
Topic: Coolant overflow bottle placement |
n61kf
Replies: 5
Views: 3361
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Sun Oct 05, 2008 3:58 am Subject: Re: Coolant overflow bottle placement |
Lewis,
I did the same thing on my IV. I removed the conventional carb heat box and scat tubing, replacing it with electric carb heaters, and installed two K&N RU-1820 filters. Attached is a pi ... |
Topic: Landing and engine pictures |
n61kf
Replies: 37
Views: 19676
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Fri Aug 08, 2008 3:54 am Subject: Re: Landing and engine pictures |
Lynn at Oshkosh worrying about the condition of his engine! |
Topic: Back from Oshkosh... |
n61kf
Replies: 7
Views: 5226
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2008 3:09 am Subject: Re: Back from Oshkosh... |
Matt, and I are also back home from Oshkosh. 4.75 hours on the return flight. It was great to meet you and the rest of the Kitfox folks.
Yea, a cold beer and a little air conditioning is a wonderfu ... |
Topic: Oshkosh group camping |
n61kf
Replies: 7
Views: 5031
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 3:31 am Subject: Re: Oshkosh group camping |
I will be flying up to Oshkosh from southern Ohio. Does anyone have suggestions on airports in northern IN, IL, or southern Wis. that sell mo-gas.
In anticipation of using 100LL I ordered TCP from ... |
Topic: Keith Schneider are you there |
n61kf
Replies: 1
Views: 1614
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed Jun 25, 2008 5:56 am Subject: Re: Keith Schneider are you there |
Dave, try this address: n61kf@yahoo. com, or 513-933-3591 days
Thanks
Keith Schneider
do not archive |
Topic: BACK IN THE AIR |
n61kf
Replies: 9
Views: 6323
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:49 am Subject: BACK IN THE AIR |
After a bit more work, and a lot more time than I had estimated, I have my Kitfox- 4-1200, N 61KF back in the air. I purchased her from the Insurance company on a bid about two years ago. It had susta ... |
Topic: Attachment fitting at top of lift struts. |
n61kf
Replies: 22
Views: 17128
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 8:45 am Subject: Re: Attachment fitting at top of lift struts. |
Ken.
There should be 1 1/16" of threads on the end of the lift strut. The witness hole on my rod ends are 5/16" from the open end. I too have had some concern about the strength of the th ... |
Topic: request for help |
n61kf
Replies: 6
Views: 4441
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Wed May 09, 2007 10:32 am Subject: Re: request for help |
Is someone out there willing to measure the diameter of their "bump" style
round cowl?
John, The front cowl on my Mod IV measures-- front 13 1/4" round.
Rear, 26" high / 27 ... |
Topic: GPS- TRADE? |
n61kf
Replies: 0
Views: 1072
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Thu Feb 22, 2007 4:40 am Subject: GPS- TRADE? |
While we are on the topic of GPS. I have a Bendix/King KLX-135 gps/com that I aquired with one of my Kitfox projects. I dont plan to use a panel mount unit, and would be interested in selling or tradi ... |
Topic: King Fox tire reviewsKing Fox tire reviews |
n61kf
Replies: 7
Views: 4732
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Forum: Kitfox-List Posted: Tue Jan 23, 2007 4:40 am Subject: Re: King Fox tire reviewsKing Fox tire reviews |
Rims are still available and its very easy to tig on the mounting lugs for the rotors
John, I have question on this. The lugs appear to be a custom machined part. Then most likley were remachined ... |
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