Vacuum pump pad and prop governer pad

[szicree]

Since I built my engine myself at Superior I really should know this, but I just can't remember and am too lazy to go look in the manual. I don't have a vacuum pump or a CS prop and likely never will, so can I remove the pads they sit on to save some space and weight? I'd love to hear from anybody who has done this. Thanks.

[RV8N]

Many engines have these accessory drives removed. The parts manual will show you the right combination of studs and washer/nuts to use.

If I remember right, you can leave the long studs in but will need to use some tubing over the studs with washers at both ends. See the manual for details.

Karl