Kitfox4 with rotax 912ul
I’m looking at buying a lkitfox 4 with a 912uL
it hasn’t flown since 2004 in Arizona
What should I be looking at
it has only 62 hrs on it
Alan
I’m looking at buying a lkitfox 4 with a 912uL
it hasn’t flown since 2004 in Arizona
What should I be looking at
it has only 62 hrs on it
Alan
by Fred De Kleine » 2 weeks ago
That doesn’t look like any 912UL I’ve ever seen. I’d check into what engine that reallly is.
by Rotax Wizard » 2 weeks ago
for sure not Rotax engine.
Cheers
by alan mekler » 2 weeks ago
sorry I may have posted wrong photo
by alan mekler » 2 weeks ago
I also looked at another Kitfox with a 912. it has sn4152213. in 1/2024 all cylinders were 78/80 -195 hrs
at 113 hrs had cylinder #4 replaced. no explanation in logs
latest readings are 76/73/76/74
oil analysis showed elevated copper
by Jimmy Mathis » 2 weeks ago
Concerning original question:
Based solely on my limited experience of purchasing a Zenith with a 912UL about 10 years and 2 owners after completion. Also, according to the engine log, a total time of less than 200 hours. Engine would not start when hot; could not keep carbs balanced; re-mounted new ignition boxes and oil temp sensor off engine
ignition boxes replaced
overhaul kits for both carbs
new carb floats - blue
new oil temperature sensor
There is some reason that the airplane has not flown for so long. Also, apparently electronic and carb components deteriorate over time without use.
All of those hoses will have to be replaced - 5yr. Life
I hold a Mechanic Cert.-A&P, but this was my first experience with a Rotax. I bought the plane from an A/I, but he obviously was not restricted by the truth or by concern for the safety of others. I trusted an A/I who had a vested interest in the deal. I knew better, but ?????
Now 4 years since purchase, the Rotax can be trusted to restart after a fuel stop and runs like a top.
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