REFLECTOR: Re: Props
Scott Derrick
scott at tnstaafl.net
Tue Jun 28 18:05:37 CDT 2005
Chuck Harbert wrote:
> Jim, I've got a similar setup (200 hp IO-360 in Std RG) and I'm also
> overproped (2200 static), but I'm doing over 180 kts @2700 rpm using a
> Catto prop. I have a turbo
I can believe your seeing 180 at 2700 with that kind of static rpm. I
need to turn about 2800 to see 180 KTAS, which I don't do on a regular
basis.
> I think the combination of FG (w/o wheel pants) and the 173 wings can
> significantlty reduce the top speed.
I think the 173 wings are the biggest culprit here for reduced top end.
Scott
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