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| Author: | Dave Hadfield [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 12:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | PT-19/26 Prop? |
Hi, We need a new prop for our PT-26. Climb performance in the airplane was, typically, lacking, and we weren't getting max RPM. We were thinking of going for a finer pitch prop. Does anyone have any knowledge of an alternative to the Sen- W86RA-61? (Other than an Aeromatic, due to cost.) Thanks in advance, Dave |
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| Author: | EW439 [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 7:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: PT-19/26 Prop? |
Sensenich also made a W86RA-58 for the PT-'s That is a slightly finer pitch. I don't have any practical knowledge if people currently use this propeller. It is the same Dia. just slightly finer pitch. Is a legal propeller in the U.S. as it does conform to the T.C. not sure about how these things work in CANADA though. I have found the WOODENPROPELLERS.com to be a useful reference. http://www.modernwoodenpropellers.com/sensenich.htm Have you considered other issues that may be causing performance issues? i.e. worn engine,weak mags. ect? |
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| Author: | Mark D [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 9:35 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: PT-19/26 Prop? |
Hi Dave - PM sent Mark D |
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| Author: | Dave Hadfield [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 11:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: PT-19/26 Prop? |
Thanks, guys. We found that climb performance was weak, particularly out west where the elevation was 4000 AGL. If our game plan involves going out there again, perhaps we should have 2 props -- one climb, and one cruise. The engine was fine, although I suspect the airframe is a bit heavy. Dave |
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| Author: | EW439 [ Mon Aug 19, 2013 12:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: PT-19/26 Prop? |
Would also appreciate hearing your thoughts Mark. |
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