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07:51 AM
bbs428
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bbs428 Build
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A lot of work preparing the wings for their rig and attachment to the fuselage and subsequent work. It's time like these I wish I had just ordered...
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16 replies | 1313 view(s)
02-20-2019,
02:41 PM
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Rotax 912 UL Back from Zipper Big Bore
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My engine has returned from Zipper Big Bore! Discaimer - I am not affiliated with ZBB. I received no consideration for anything I say good or bad....
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4 replies | 258 view(s)
02-19-2019,
11:06 PM
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Was really satisfying to walk into the garage and see the plane slowly coming together. I have my coffee and look everything over... and plan the...
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16 replies | 1313 view(s)
02-16-2019,
01:23 PM
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Kitfox 4, Rotax 912, cabin heater
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Here's how I did the heater. I used an aluminum heater core From Summit. Spectra # 93007, $37.95. Added four ball bearing computer fans from...
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02-15-2019,
11:57 PM
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To get an accurate auto-pilot pitch servo installation I had to get the elevator rigged as close as possible. Followed the book. Left the roll...
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02-11-2019,
10:28 PM
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Spent the last few days working on the auto pilot servo installation. I had to scrap my 1st bracket due to coming up a bit short on my pitch...
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02-10-2019,
09:14 AM
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Where I Fly.
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Coffee and donuts in the middle of nowhere. Good stuff! :)
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1130 replies | 564654 view(s)
02-10-2019,
09:04 AM
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aviator79's build
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Very nice. Engine sounds good. Won't be long now... :D
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02-07-2019,
07:12 PM
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Mountainfox build thread
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I can see where that would be beneficial. Agreed
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02-07-2019,
03:10 PM
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EFWD Build
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Kitfox general discussion
Sounds great Eddie. Soon you'll be off terra firma and into the sky. All the best getting there!
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02-07-2019,
03:05 PM
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Needed tools, chemicals, etc.
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Kitfox general discussion
Welcome aboard! Brian's list is spot on. I found it handy to have 2 Dremel tools handy one with a cut off wheel and one with a sanding drum. ...
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02-07-2019,
02:54 PM
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Mountainfox build thread
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Nice to meet you and good luck with your build. Sounds like your getting off to a great start in a heated garage!! lol. The Mrs. and I enjoy our...
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02-06-2019,
08:40 PM
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Wing Root Cuffs
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Those cuffs look great and easy on and off - might have to do mine like that as well :)
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02-05-2019,
10:49 AM
bbs428
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NR Propeller
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My understanding is they were all designed by Nick Roman and marketed under different names. Luga being the most well known.
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5 replies | 283 view(s)
02-05-2019,
10:38 AM
bbs428
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NR Propeller
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The pitch tool is extremely stiff. Also looks like it was welded or soldered on the back side with witness marks. I tried to flex it a little and...
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02-05-2019,
08:35 AM
bbs428
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NR Propeller
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Received my new prop yesterday. It's an NR SR 106 2 blade scimitar style with a metal leading edge. Looks nice. Low weight is impressive, 9.9 lbs....
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02-05-2019,
07:53 AM
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Replacement A/W certificate
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Kitfox general discussion
Great info. Appreciate you posting your experience. As with all things... "Caveat emptor"
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4 replies | 301 view(s)
02-04-2019,
11:47 AM
bbs428
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Dual STI build log
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Kitfox general discussion
Great pic's!! The bush planes look very capable with the snow covered mountains in the background. If that doesn't fire every Kitfox driver up,...
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02-03-2019,
12:20 PM
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Picking up my kit
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Kitfox general discussion
That's what I call service! All loaded nicely. :) The build quality of the kits now are so much better under John and Debbra's leadership. ...
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02-01-2019,
08:55 AM
bbs428
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Dual STI build log
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Kitfox general discussion
Super looking butt rib! Was thinking of doing the same. That tundra lite is very impressive piece of equipment.
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185 replies | 19451 view(s)
02-01-2019,
03:54 AM
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bbs428 Build
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Wired up my pitch trim sender and epoxied the brackets in place. I knew wire repair school would come in handy some day! Thanks to the USN. Funny...
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16 replies | 1313 view(s)
01-31-2019,
04:54 AM
bbs428
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The tundrafox S7 STi build
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Kitfox general discussion
Steady progress for sure... between the pesky responsibilities stuff. Your QA assistant looks like their keeping you on your toes. :)
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01-30-2019,
10:04 AM
bbs428
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It's been cold but the fun continues in my heated garage... Installed a Com. antenna in the tail. Ran the coax to the back of the instrument panel...
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16 replies | 1313 view(s)
01-28-2019,
05:17 PM
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Where I Fly.
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Kitfox general discussion
Some great pic's - looks like some fun flying... nice and WARM! :)
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1130 replies | 564654 view(s)
01-28-2019,
11:12 AM
bbs428
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35th Anniversary Airventure
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Kitfox general discussion
Great info - thanks guys :)
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01-28-2019,
11:10 AM
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Joe Ruscito's Kitfox S7 Build
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Wow! your really moving forward quickly. Nice work. I wish the weather here would give me a nice window to get my wing position set. Hopefully...
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01-28-2019,
08:13 AM
bbs428
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35th Anniversary Airventure
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Kitfox general discussion
Thanks for the heads up. I'm not sure if the rv campsites were sold out. Either that or the ticket web sight was being finicky. Appreciate the...
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49 replies | 2983 view(s)
01-27-2019,
11:34 PM
bbs428
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35th Anniversary Airventure
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Kitfox general discussion
Will be driving in late Monday afternoon. Camping is full thru the week already. Anyone have an empty wing that I can set up a small tent under? :D
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49 replies | 2983 view(s)
01-27-2019,
11:18 PM
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Jeffs 340 Kitfox
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Kitfox general discussion
Enjoying your build and your fabricating work. :)
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01-27-2019,
10:59 PM
bbs428
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Dual STI build log
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Kitfox general discussion
Sure are some great results. Reminds me of the rc plane covering Solartex. Nice work!
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185 replies | 19451 view(s)
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