Re: Trying to select a propeller?

Re: Trying to select a propeller?

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Trying to select a propeller? Rob Turk 02-05-2007

"Rob Turk" <wipe_this_r.turk@chello.nl> wrote in message
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> I am looking for a good prop to fit my Rans S6S w. Jabiru 3300 engine. So
> far two have failed to satisfy:
> 1. Wooden Jabiru J400 propeller, too easy to overrev the engine
> 2. 3-blade composite Warp drive, not enough cooling due to lack of airflow
> near the hub
>
> Candidates so far are:
> 1. Tennessee wooden prop, heard some good things about it but haven't
> seen one in 'real life'
> 2. Wooden GT prop, looks great, seems to be good quality, said to perform
> well
> 3. Sensenich composite ground adjustable, versatile, good reputation
> vendor, but my co-builder thinks it's ugly...
>
> Any advice from the group is appreciated.
>
> Rob

How about Prince propeller, available through
http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/appages/princeprops.php

They are said to change pitch, depending on load and speed by up to 4 inches
in pitch.

Made in my home town! :-)
--
Jim in NC



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