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12-07-2019, 02:11 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread IV 912 Radiator Hose in Kitfox general discussion

I was wondering where the radiator is normally installed, I have seen one picture where someone installed it in the back of the Fuselage, with...

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12-07-2019, 02:06 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Introduction in Kitfox general discussion

I have been on for a couple of months, asking questions, Finally bit the bullet and ordered a 7SS trigear. Just be advised they are now into a March...

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12-03-2019, 08:35 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Seats in Kitfox general discussion

I finally remembered the name of the suede on the Jets, Ultra Suede, what a pia those were if they got dirty, what was worse is they also put it on...

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12-02-2019, 02:24 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Seats in Kitfox general discussion

My foam choice was the good stuff, Temper foam. After a couple hundred hours in the factory demos and many Kitfox with this set up, the comfort level...

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12-02-2019, 01:57 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Seats in Kitfox general discussion

Thanks, I know from experience Sude can be a pia to clean, Most of the Corporate jets I worked on had them, we had to take extra care not to get our...

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12-02-2019, 12:54 PM

Hawkertech started a thread Seats in Kitfox general discussion

Finally getting ready to order, what are the plus and minuses of the different seat materials. Velour, Cordura, Synergy Suede.and temper foam,(may...

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12-01-2019, 05:48 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Spark plugs in Kitfox general discussion

I used to work on corporate jets, The annual/Phase 4 inspections were about 150,000 or more. we had owners not blink at $150,000 for an inspection...

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12-01-2019, 06:19 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Landing gear direction in Kitfox general discussion

If the gear can go either way, personally, Id prefer the brake lines aft of the gear to help protect them from any impact from rocks the prop may...

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11-30-2019, 12:47 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Mike's Kitfox IV rebuild in Kitfox general discussion

Most of the Corporate jets I worked on had diodes on the back of all the switches.

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11-30-2019, 08:15 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Nate Ashton's Kitfox SS7 in Kitfox general discussion

That's my other concern, with that heavy engine cantalivered off that mount, with vibration.

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11-28-2019, 08:14 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Nate Ashton's Kitfox SS7 in Kitfox general discussion

Thanks I guess you could use the existing cowl as a mold starting point. What prop are you using just planning ahead. The only thing that concerns me...

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11-28-2019, 03:34 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Nate Ashton's Kitfox SS7 in Kitfox general discussion

Question on the cowl, is it too short or not tall enough. Or? Just thinking if it could be split and extended/ shortened

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11-28-2019, 03:31 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Bulging Lexan while Skinning Doors in Kitfox general discussion

Can you gently heat the lexan to form it? If you have a scrap piece you can experiment.

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11-28-2019, 01:51 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Nate Ashton's Kitfox SS7 in Kitfox general discussion

Thanks bummer about the cowling, would have a clue how to custom make one.

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11-28-2019, 12:59 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Nate Ashton's Kitfox SS7 in Kitfox general discussion

I'll be watching this thread another engine to consider for my build, I have a few years. Will it matter what firewall is used?

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11-28-2019, 08:41 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Backup instruments in Kitfox general discussion

That's what this is supposed to be, my retirement build. Wether I get to fly it or not is another story.

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11-27-2019, 01:59 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Building tips and hints in Kitfox general discussion

Ill have a bit if time to study and note all these tips, about 1 1/2 years, order to delivery.

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11-27-2019, 01:57 PM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Backup instruments in Kitfox general discussion

Well that is a bit dissapointing, 11/2 year wait for kit.

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11-27-2019, 10:21 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Backup instruments in Kitfox general discussion

Thanks for all the info, couldn't respond sooner dw and I are on a cruise in Mexico. I wasn't so concerned about flying Imc as I was just an...

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11-25-2019, 11:51 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread Backup instruments in Kitfox general discussion

I should have also said,vevery corporate jet with glass cockpits that I have worked on have backup instruments.

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11-25-2019, 09:39 AM

Hawkertech started a thread Backup instruments in Kitfox general discussion

I've been watching a bunch of YouTube videos, Trent Palmer, and others. They all have the electronic panels, but as far as I can see no backup...

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11-19-2019, 08:42 AM

Hawkertech replied to a thread 912ULS, or 912IS or? in Engines

Thanks all still considering a purchase, and maybe thinking tri gear since I am trigear trained and dont have tail wheel training, and since Texas...

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