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Mystery Piston Engine Prop

Tue Nov 25, 2008 6:10 am

Howdy All

Anyone know what this props off ?

http://www.aeroplanemonthly.com/news/hi ... 70960.html


LIGHTNING

Get Em Flying !

Tue Nov 25, 2008 7:56 am

Based on the wiring coming off the back side, four blades that appear to be hollow stee based on how one blade is bent, I think it may be a Curtiss Electric propeller possibly off a P-47 Thunderbolt or SB2C Helldiver.

Tue Nov 25, 2008 8:40 am

Some PBM Mariners & PB2Y Coronados also used 4 blade props.

Regards,
Mike

Tue Nov 25, 2008 5:07 pm

One might be able to deduce the application from the blade stencils (pitch stop markings, etc.).

Tue Nov 25, 2008 5:17 pm

I didn't notice any remnants of a blade cuff. This is also a tooth pick type blade.
Most military C-46s used the Curtis Electric prop and I believe Taiwan used the C-46 for many years.
The length of the blades would also give a clue.
Rich
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