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Parts Suppliers for Avid and Kitfox

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I would like to get as many links as we can to help people out who are looking for Avid or kitfox (or any homebuilt/experimental) suppliers.

Airdale http://www.airdale.com/

Kitfox Site http://www.kitfoxaircraft.com/

California Power Systems http://www.800-airwolf.com/

Blue Sky Aviation http://www.blueskyav...et/catalog.html

Wing Tanks http://wingtanks.com/

Aircraft Spruce http://www.aircraftspruce.com/

Leading Edge Airfoils http://www.leadingedge-airfoils.com/

Matco Wheels and Brakes http://www.matcomfg.com/

JMB Rotax Carb Sockets (dont crack) http://www.geocities...tips/ROTAX.html

Carlson Aircraft. Supplier for streamline Aluminum tubing for float mounting etc. http://www.carlsonai...com/struts.html

Williams Aviation http://www.murlewilliamsaviation.com/ <this link does not have any bugs in it as of 11-19-09

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I've had my eye on this fuel flow product for a while but I cant find much mor info on it other then what "Spruce" has to say.

Any more info, experience with, or links would be appreciated

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/inpages/fuelmizer.php

steve

ps.  I hate the look of the gauge..., but whatever.

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http://www.boatersland.com/fuelflow.html

Steve,

I have seen several guys on the list that used the flowscan.  That is the nice thing about experimental.. we can use parts that are not PMA/FAA approved.  I remember that the guys that had used them loved them and did not have any problems. 

http://www.boatersland.com/f210.html

This looks interesting..you can make it a part of the preflight to punch in how many gallons you have onboard and it will keep track of fuel burn and give you a low fuel alarm.. and it is cheap!  I changed my mind from the flowscan and I think I will give this one a go.

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I like the looks of yours better.

A concern I have revolves around this type of situation:

http://www.aaib.gov.uk/cms_resources/Europa_XS,_G-IOWE.pdf

Main concern.....

"The fuel flow transducer was fitted in the single fuel supply pipe to the engine. The design was such

that there was one path, with no bypass facility, for the fuel to pass through the transducer. The

dimensions of the inlet passageway were of a size and shape susceptible to restriction or total

blockage by small debris particles"

So it would seem that a built in bypass system would be the best bet. It dosn't mention what the sender is like...  I'll look into it.

http://www.northstargps.com/images/2006-images/explorer-images/Explorer-Manuals/F210.pdf

steve

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I just read the manual on it.  It only states that you need to have a filter before the ducer so you dont clog up the gauze filter in the transducer as that could lead to engine damage.. So I thinkthe best bet would be to install a bypass line and a valve you could hit real quick if it starts clogging inflight....

Of course..while everything mechanical can and will go wrong at one time or another, how great is the risk really??  I have the screens in the tank, a filter on each tank before the gascolator, a filter after the gascolator and one after the fuel shutoff / tank selector valve..Any shit gets through to the transducer, and I have not been looking at the see through filter in the pre-flight...

I am not sure it would really be worth putting in bypass line... I dont have a spare engine behind the seat just incase my rotax gives out on me....There can be many trains of thought on this one.

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Leni,

When I click on the Murle Williams site my computer has horns blowing and wars me of a virus being detected. Are you getting the same warning when you go there?  I've emailed Murle, but nothing seems to have changed.

Jack

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Yup, I get it too.  There is an embedded Trojan Virus on his site.

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wow, that is nice... I will see if I can get him to get rid of it..

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Why don't you kill the link, too for now.

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The Airdale link above is dead too...

Airdale Sportplane and Supply

W175 Hildebrand Lake Road

Rhinelander, WI 54501

email: sales@airdale.com

website: www.airdale.com

tel: (715) 369-1343

owner: Brett McKinney

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Brett at Airdale says he is quitting his job and going fulltime on Airdale Thanksgiving Parts should start becoming easier to get

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I got this email from Brett at Airdale, guess he is doing business,

anyone with orders should be getting filled soon.

Hi Robert,

Your package went out today. The tracking number is 9146875 10603.

Your invoice will follow in the mail. Thanks for your order.

Brett

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I got this email from Brett at Airdale, guess he is doing business,

anyone with orders should be getting filled soon.

Hi Robert,

Your package went out today. The tracking number is 9146875 10603.

Your invoice will follow in the mail. Thanks for your order.

Brett

ADD on

Parts arrived in good shape

Hinge Rib tails (12)

Root ribs (2) for the Catalina

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A lot of the posts seem to be a little 'dated'. Is there anyone out there??

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A lot of the posts seem to be a little 'dated'. Is there anyone out there??

Yes sir, there are a few of us out here! I was out of touch with the outside world for a few days (no internet at the snowmachine cabin).

:BC:

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Yes sir, there are a few of us out here! I was out of touch with the outside world for a few days (no internet at the snowmachine cabin).

:BC:

Warms my heart profusely 'akflyer'! Thanks many for your reply. I'll try to keep up with you guys, not on here before. Jim :siterocks:

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We are all still lurking around here.

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We are all still lurking around here.

BANDIT and other fellow sojourners,

I'm lookig high and low for any info on a rebuild kit (or rebuild strategy) for the EFS-2 throttle body on my Subaru powered EA81 (NSI) MKIV Heavy Hauler. Any info or leads would be appreciated. EFS is now defunct, my throttle body works fine but has some time on it. Would like to just get a rebuild kit (have certified A&P/A&I support). Any vendors or people of knowledge, I would like to hear from you. Thanks to all - Jim :dunno:

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BANDIT and other fellow sojourners,

I'm lookig high and low for any info on a rebuild kit (or rebuild strategy) for the EFS-2 throttle body on my Subaru powered EA81 (NSI) MKIV Heavy Hauler. Any info or leads would be appreciated. EFS is now defunct, my throttle body works fine but has some time on it. Would like to just get a rebuild kit (have certified A&P/A&I support). Any vendors or people of knowledge, I would like to hear from you. Thanks to all - Jim dunno.gif

Hi Jim,

You might try Mykal Templeman, the owner of Stratus; he doesn't use the throttle body set up on his motors but he used to work at NSI before he bought Stratus. He may know where to find parts. His number is 541-754-4114.

Randy

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Hi Jim,

You might try Mykal Templeman, the owner of Stratus; he doesn't use the throttle body set up on his motors but he used to work at NSI before he bought Stratus. He may know where to find parts. His number is 541-754-4114.

Randy

Just noticed this guy I'll get on it pronto. Thanks much guy. Jim :P

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