gvgoff99
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Has anyone had any experience with putting an MT Electric CS prop on a Lycoming O-320 (160HP). I have a Lycoming O-360 E2D (upgraded to 160 HP) which does not have an accessory case that will take the CS governor, nor is the crank case drilled for the oil return line so without MAJOR (read "$$$$") I am stuck with either leaving it with the Catto FP or for a CS using an electric. I have about 260 hours on the engine so I kind of hate to junk it at this point unless I could sell it, the cowling and prop for about $20,000. I doubt that would happen in this economy.
The Catto is good in cruise but in hot Texas the climb is anemic.
Paying 12G for the MT seems to be a lot but I am also thinking of moving to Durango, CO. The mountains make me reflect on the poor climb above 8000'.
Does anyone have the 160 HP with MT electric CS combo and thoughts on if it is a big improvement or not? Thanks
The Catto is good in cruise but in hot Texas the climb is anemic.
Paying 12G for the MT seems to be a lot but I am also thinking of moving to Durango, CO. The mountains make me reflect on the poor climb above 8000'.
Does anyone have the 160 HP with MT electric CS combo and thoughts on if it is a big improvement or not? Thanks
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