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  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010 5:58 pm   Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
960 lbs. Congrats to your neighbor! Good find.

Travis Smile
  Topic: Halo Headset, Quiet Technologies: Missing in Action!
FlyboyTR

Replies: 0
Views: 2752

PostForum: Avionics-List   Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010 7:20 am   Subject: Halo Headset, Quiet Technologies: Missing in Action!
I have been the happy owner of a Halo headset by Quiet Technologies for over a year. 6 weeks ago the mic died. I contacted Phil McCandless with Quiet Technologies and he requested I send it to him f ...
  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Sep 22, 2010 4:05 am   Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
The annual Condition Inspection was completed on the Vixen on 09/01/10. Engine compressions were 78/80, 78/80, 80/80, 78/80. Current engine hours are now 615+. I'm heading to the airport shortly fo ...
  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2010 10:59 am   Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
Just another shameless BUMP! Wonderful airplane still for sale!

Travis Smile
  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:46 pm   Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
I posted a video to YouTube that highlights the Vixen. It helps to give a better perspective of the plane.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ith6oCWtgw
Travis Very Happy
  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 6:34 am   Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
Thanks Tommy!
The Kudos are appreciated! About the price... I'll be more than happy to take and extra 10k over what I'm asking! Shocked ...at any price, it is going to make someone a wonderful plan ...
  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 5:45 am   Subject: Re: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
Thanks Dick!
No need to feel alone... Even after the Vixen sells, it will NEVER be very far from our hearts. During the past 4 years, the Vixen has been an absolute BLAST! Thanks for the Kudos on t ...
  Topic: Flying with the doors off
FlyboyTR

Replies: 17
Views: 14809

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 5:39 am   Subject: Re: Flying with the doors off
I'll take pictures and start a new thread (Dick....sorry for hijacking this thread!) Very Happy

Travis
  Topic: Flying with the doors off
FlyboyTR

Replies: 17
Views: 14809

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 1:24 pm   Subject: Re: Flying with the doors off
Dick,
We've never removed the doors on the Vixen (Series 5), but occasionally fly with one or both doors open (opened/closed during flight). I have experienced no problems and I do not exceed 90 MPH ...
  Topic: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 13996

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 1:12 pm   Subject: Skystar Vixen (Kitfox 5) FOR SALE
We regretfully have made to decision to sell our beloved Vixen. Below is the ad copy from my Barnstormer's ad. This is the link to every detail on the plane. http://www.enotam.net/eNOTAM/Classified ...
  Topic: insurance
FlyboyTR

Replies: 8
Views: 8058

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Sun Jun 27, 2010 3:12 pm   Subject: Re: insurance
Malcolm,
You can contact Scott directly via email. Please email me at flyboytr(at)bellsouth.net and I will give you his personal email address. He really is great to work with.

Travis Very Happy
  Topic: insurance
FlyboyTR

Replies: 8
Views: 8058

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Sun Jun 27, 2010 9:47 am   Subject: Re: insurance
I have been using Sky Smith Insurance for the past 4 years. He is an insurance broker that knows airplanes (including experimentals) Full coverage, $50K hull, etc. I'm currently renewing my policy ...
  Topic: IO240
FlyboyTR

Replies: 3
Views: 4000

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2010 7:00 am   Subject: Re: IO240
Jim,
Great advise given so far! Fuel pressure setting are critical for this engine. I check and adjust mine twice a year. If it is a pound or two off at idle speed...it will idle rough, die, cough ...
  Topic: Fuel migration
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 9640

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2010 6:53 am   Subject: Re: Fuel migration
Yes...if the plane is not level (wings), fuel will gravity feed to the low wing's tank (as stated by many folks so far...). When I park my Vixen, I always turn one wing tank off to prevent flow to th ...
  Topic: Fuel Injector Questions for io-240
FlyboyTR

Replies: 7
Views: 13625

PostForum: Continental-List   Posted: Tue Jun 01, 2010 8:06 am   Subject: Re: Fuel Injector Questions for io-240
Tim,
Thanks for the info. I have been unable to locate the publication you mentioned. Do you have a link to it? Thanks!

Travis Smile
  Topic: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Videos
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 10692

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Thu May 27, 2010 12:35 pm   Subject: Re: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Vide
Vic & Steve,
Thanks! Glad you found the videos. Mountain flying is a different sort of thing. AOPA has a great Mountain Flying course that is on-line. I'm pretty much a flat-lander except whe ...
  Topic: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Videos
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 10692

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Thu May 27, 2010 7:51 am   Subject: Re: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Vide
Roger,
Thanks for the kind reply. I can now change my sad icon to a smiley one! Very Happy Yes...HVR is a lot different than flying in Indiana. I love my AnywhereMap Navigation System and NexRad radar ...
  Topic: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Videos
FlyboyTR

Replies: 9
Views: 10692

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Wed May 26, 2010 12:25 pm   Subject: Re: High Valley Resort Trip (North Georgia) and YouTube Vide
Our High Valley Resort trip starts in two days. It's still an open invitation to anyone wanting to join us. All the details are available at: http://www.enotam.net/eNOTAM/Temporary/High_Valley_Resor ...
  Topic: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (PICTURES ATTACHED)
FlyboyTR

Replies: 10
Views: 17386

PostForum: Kitfox-List   Posted: Sun May 02, 2010 6:33 am   Subject: Re: Luggage/Cargo Bag FOR SALE (PICTURES ATTACHED)
PRICE DROP... $75 and actual shipping costs. Thanks.

Travis Very Happy
  Topic: Transponder Swap...Tray Question
FlyboyTR

Replies: 6
Views: 6785

PostForum: Avionics-List   Posted: Mon Apr 26, 2010 4:57 am   Subject: Re: Transponder Swap...Tray Question
Thanks Noel.
The information is helpful. When the builder built my Vixen he did a great job and behind the panel is very clean and tidy. However, the way it was done really makes upgrades very dif ...
 
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