Ed_Wischmeyer
Well Known Member
Found a good deal on a Hartzell in a prop shop, fresh overhaul, AD-free, all that. Van's just got an order for the spinner, governor, bracket, and cable. Hopefully that's all I need, and I've got a good supply of hardware for the little stuff.
Expectations:
* Much better takeoff and climb performance because I'll get all 160 HP instead of 70 - 80% power that I get now;
* Better descent and shorter landing with more prop drag. And with less float in the flare, I might change my crosswind landing speeds -- right now, if I increase speed for winds and gusts, I just float longer;
* 2700 RPM redline vs 2600 RPM with the current prop;
* Less fussing with power in up and downdrafts, both X-C (think west Texas) and on an ILS.
Nothing wrong with the Sensenich prop that's on there now, the new prop is just a different compromise.
BTW, the Sensenich prop has about 600 hours and is in great shape. It, and the spinner, will be for sale after I get the c/s on.
Merry Christmas to me! and to all y'all,
Ed
Expectations:
* Much better takeoff and climb performance because I'll get all 160 HP instead of 70 - 80% power that I get now;
* Better descent and shorter landing with more prop drag. And with less float in the flare, I might change my crosswind landing speeds -- right now, if I increase speed for winds and gusts, I just float longer;
* 2700 RPM redline vs 2600 RPM with the current prop;
* Less fussing with power in up and downdrafts, both X-C (think west Texas) and on an ILS.
Nothing wrong with the Sensenich prop that's on there now, the new prop is just a different compromise.
BTW, the Sensenich prop has about 600 hours and is in great shape. It, and the spinner, will be for sale after I get the c/s on.
Merry Christmas to me! and to all y'all,
Ed