REFLECTOR: engine size & CS prop

[Greg Poole]

For the same reasons I gave for going with the bigger engine, I would – if
the budget allows it – then go with a constant speed prop. I believe it is
generally acknowledged that a  correctly set up CS prop will enable you a
much wider performance envelope than what is possible going fixed pitch and
will consequently get you up to flying speed much faster than most fixed
pitches which tend to compromise  one end or the other (usually both!).

 

While the factory has favoured MT props to date, they are not universally
popular amongst Velocity drivers due to high service and purchase cost and
very soft blades which have proven easily damaged
as a consequence, many of
us await reports on other brands such as Vesta (how’s it going Dave Dent?)
and the one Milt is promoting
. 

 

Greg in Sydney

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