REFLECTOR:NOS

[jack davis]

Scott,

I recently replaced my fixed-pitch performance prop with an MT CS prop.
What a difference!  I too use to worry during the summer months,
particularly when at gross weight.  With the CS prop, I can load to gross
and feel very comfortable about getting off the ground in a reasonable
distance.  I have the standard elite RG with a Lycoming LIO-360-C1E6.

The difference between the two props in amazing.  I would suggest you bite
the bullet.  I was where you were, but believe me, it is worth it in the
long run.  Plan on spending a little more than the $8K you referred to.  The
governor is $1250 and shipping and crating from Germany is about $500 plus
applicable sales tax.  When all is said and done it will run you about $10K.

Jack
----- Original Message -----
From: "Scott Derrick" <scott@tnstaafl.net>
To: <reflector@tvbf.org>
Sent: Monday, April 21, 2003 10:52 AM
Subject: REFLECTOR:NOS


> Summer is approaching and once again I am considering ways to decrease
> the inordinately long takeoff runs at high density altitudes. Density
> altitudes are rising past 8,000 ft around here during the day and will
> approach or exceed 10,000 fairly regularly in July/August.
>
> Most of the problem is during takeoff though go arounds can be
interesting.
>
> My engine is a 200HP B2B IO360 Lycoming.
>
> My options as I see them in order of expected initial cost.
>
>
> 1.) N2O System.  This is at the top of my list.  Only to be used for
> high altitude takeoffs. Controlled to maintain less than 100% of rated
> horse power, kinduv a NOS Normalized System. The only moving parts being
> two solenoids to control N2O and gasoline flow.  The lowest cost of all
> the solutions, though there is a continuing cost of N2O replenishment.
>
> 2.) TurboCharger. The good news about this modification is it is usable
> in all flight modes. The bad news is its a major modification with many
> additions of high wear parts.  I would only be really interested in a
> Turbo Normalized installation, is there one for a 360 Lyc?
>
> 3.) Constant Speed or Inflight Adjustable Pitch Prop. This was at the
> top of my list but cost is outrageous for a CS prop on a 4 banger Lyc
> pusher. I think MT is the only option and that means about $8000.  Good
> news is its a proven prop, and no ongoing costs like N2O.
>
>
> 4.) Bigger engine.  This is last and not really being considered.
>
>
> Any comments? Been there done that?
>
> Scott
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> To change your email address, visit
http://www.tvbf.org/mailman/listinfo/reflector
>
> Visit the gallery!  tvbf:jamaicangoose
>