Dave Anders, Author at KITPLANES

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Dave Anders is a retired dentist and has been flying for 39 years. His RV-4 first flew in 1991 and won Kitbuilt Champion and Reserve Grand Champion awards at Oshkosh. In 1997 the National Aeronautic Association awarded it a World Record for the “Cafe Triaviathon All-Time High Score for Combined Aircraft Performance,” which still stands. He works on its performance continually and has increased its top speed by 44 mph over the years.

Build a Custom Plenum That Will Work

Dave Anders - September 26, 2023 3

For optimum performance, all it takes is a little bit of math and some fiberglass.

Propeller Balancing

Dave Anders - February 24, 2022 10

Here’s what you need to know to get the smoothest results.

Building a Tunable Carbon Fiber Induction Plenum

Dave Anders - September 24, 2020 1

There’s always more to learn when increasing your engine’s horsepower output and optimizing volumetric efficiency.

Induction Wave Propagation

Dave Anders - May 17, 2019 1

Yet another way to increase engine volumetric efficiency.

Capturing Helmholtz Free Energy

Dave Anders - March 15, 2019 0

Energy thats similar to an open-ocean wave break also exists in engines. Can it be harnessed with a tunable induction system?

Optimizing Induction Air

Dave Anders - August 17, 2018 1

Fine-tuning intake system runners for increased performance and economy.

So You’d Like to Go Faster

Dave Anders - August 18, 2017 1

Secrets for reducing drag, part 2.

So You’d Like to Go Faster

Dave Anders - July 19, 2017 0

Secrets for reducing drag, part 1.

Putting the Experiment in Experimental

Dave Anders - January 18, 2017 2

Over 30 modifications resulted in a speed increase of 44 mph.

In Case You Missed it

Finding the Source

Paul Dye - January 17, 2012 0

While on a routine technical counselor consultation, Paul Dye discovered hidden treasure: Richard VanGrunsven’s original RV-1. He details a bit about its history and preparations for its planned tour this summer.

Adjustable Jig Posts

Omar Filipovic - May 17, 2019 2

An easy way to keep a wood jig in alignment.

DarkAero Keeps It Light

Eric Stewart - June 21, 2021 3

The Karl brothers bring a new carbon fiber speedster to market.

MGL Avionics Stratomaster MAXI Single E1

Rick Lindstrom - August 16, 2008 0

MGLs maxi singles are designed to drop into a standard 3.125-inch hole, while the Smart Singles fit into a 2.25-inch hole. Author Rick Lindstrom found that the Maxi Single E1 engine monitor was just the ticket to get him flying while his other unit was in the shop for repairs.