I?m planning to fit / finish the cowling on my RV-7 project ahead of the acquisition of the engine & prop. I have a lead on a loaner "tooling engine" as I'm currently saving $$$$$$s for the IO-360-M1B and Hartzell CS Prop (part number from vans catalog --> Compact hub Constant-speed prop for (I)O-360 (180/200hp) 72" PROP C2YR-1BFP/F74972).
There is already some great info in this thread: http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=77035
I have a couple of specific questions :
- Does anyone know the dimensions of the prop hub (i.e. thickness from the forward face of the starter ring gear to the back of the spinner) for this prop? I need this to make up the appropriate spacers to hold the spinner in place. (note: I checked with flyboy accessories. They rent a tool for this purpose, but it is unavailable and I guess I would still need the dimension...)
- IF I end up going with an FP prop, is there any prop (wood or metal) that cannot be re-positioned with the appropriate spacer ?
General question:
- To those who have done this before, any gotchas you can share would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
There is already some great info in this thread: http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=77035
I have a couple of specific questions :
- Does anyone know the dimensions of the prop hub (i.e. thickness from the forward face of the starter ring gear to the back of the spinner) for this prop? I need this to make up the appropriate spacers to hold the spinner in place. (note: I checked with flyboy accessories. They rent a tool for this purpose, but it is unavailable and I guess I would still need the dimension...)
- IF I end up going with an FP prop, is there any prop (wood or metal) that cannot be re-positioned with the appropriate spacer ?
General question:
- To those who have done this before, any gotchas you can share would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance!