REFLECTOR:Re:MT 540 Prop

[reflector@tvbf.org]

Yes, I was aware of them.  The problem is they're only making right hand 
twist props - so for a pushe you have to have a left turning engine.  It's 
fine if you haven't bought an engine yet, but I already have.  Changing out 
the cam, starter, ignitions, etc, is a bit more than I want to tackle.

At 07:19 PM 11/1/03 -0600, you wrote:
>Richard,
>
>You may want to take a look at an Aero Composites prop, 
><http://www.aerocomposites.com/>
>
>Their props have been very well received by the experimental 
>engine-in-front community, and they are now offering a prop for the pusher 
>community. The pusher prop is a direct result of their landing a 
>"classified" contract with the U.S. DOD, I'm told. So much for State secrets...
>
>Funny, their prop is good enough for a classified DOD project, but it 
>can't be certified by the FAA without spending tons of money.
>
>Aero Composites, Inc. has a good reputation for service, and is an U.S. 
>based company (Kensington, CT). The good news is that the development cost 
>for the pusher prop probably has been underwritten by the U.S. taxpayer; 
>the bad news is that it still won't be a "cheap" prop. Here's the bottom 
>line on a prop that would suit a 200 HP pusher:
>
>2 blades, 3000 rpm max, up to 200 hp, weight-38 lbs, standard paint, 
>pusher propeller applications - Counter Rotating Lycoming  LIO-360, for 
>pusher propeller applications - $10,500; spinner kit - $590
>
>The 3-blade prop suitable for up to 300 HP weighs 48 pounds and costs an 
>additional $3000.
>
>Check out their web site to learn more. Expect to have your prop 16 weeks 
>after placing an order - according to their web site...
>
>Blue skies,
>
>-Dane White
>VELO STD RG
>Murfreesboro TN (KMQY)
>
>
>
>On Friday, Oct 31, 2003, at 01:17 US/Central, Richard@riley.net wrote:
>
>>I'm thinking of using an MT hydraulic prop on my 540 engine.  Does anyone 
>>on the list have experience with this combination?  I'm worried about the 
>>blades being fragile, having to send it to Germany, etc.
>>There's a Velocity RG at Compton with an electric MT that's been nothing 
>>but headaches, but half of those have been because it's electric.
>
>
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