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Propellor question
Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2010 10:24 pm
by outboard
Can anyone tell me, should I have a bit of loose play on my prop. I can move the prop about 1/4 inch or so. Is this ok, or should the prop be fixed tight once the spring and split pin are fitted?
Gerard
Re: Propellor question
Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 3:09 am
by rosbullterier
Yes, you can expect this . . .
Re: Propellor question
Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 7:38 pm
by Vic
I take it you mean ΒΌ" end float.
It seemed a bit much so I thought I would check mine.
The little used 40+ has very little end float, less than 1mm I would think. The regularly used Featherweight, about 3 - 4 mm. The difference seems to be due to differences in the drive springs, both having been "re-manufactured" at some time.
Re: Propellor question
Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 9:47 pm
by outboard
Thanks folks. I might be a bit exaggerated by 1/4 inch, but yes there is some movement.