REFLECTOR: O-540 Propeller

[Gattenby]

What's the status on the Franklin ?
For sale?

Noel




On Oct 27, 2012, at 10:46 PM, Steve B <steve_beilby at yahoo.com.au> wrote:

> I have replaced the Franklin in my Elite (longwing) RG, with an O-540.
> Expect about 250HP.
> 
> On the Franklin, I had an MT prop - great performance, but the blades were fragile.
> Anyway the MT had a different bolt pattern for the Franklin so won't fit the 540.
> 
> So now I'm looking for a new prop:
> Given the additional weight of the 540 over the Franklin, prop weight is important;
> The 540 gives an extra ~30HP over the Franklin so maybe a fixed pitch prop?
> I'd like something a bit more robust (and less expensive) than the MT.
> 2 blade Vs 3 blade?
> 
> Anyone flying with an O-540 ?
> 
> Catto? Prince? etc.....
> 
> Recommendations / suggestions / experience all welcome please.
> 
> Steve
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