[Janekom]

Looking at the pictures of the completed RV10's on this forum, most seem to have a 2-blade prop on. I am ready to order the prop and engine, but would like to hear what other RV10 builders and flyers think the ideal combination is. I might add that I favour the Lycoming IO-540. Thanks guys!

 

[Mike S]

Try searching the forums---------there has been a lot of activity on this subject. In fact, there is an entire forum devoted to propellers. http://www.vansairforce.com/community/forumdisplay.php?f=19

Here is one thread http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=457

The quick and dirty synopsis, 2 blade is a small amount faster, costs less.
3 blade smoother, looks cooler.

 

[Geico266]

Three for show, two to go.

 

[AirMike]

2 vs 3

I also heard at OSH that getting your cowling off with a 3-blade prop on an RV10 is a real bear.

Also it is 8K+ for the MT prop as opposed to 6.2K for the two blade.

Do I need to be poor and go slow???