Whirlwind 200GA prop for O-360s?
Repeat subject from a few years back, but I'm wondering if anyone has any feedback on this prop (good or bad). Thinking about making the switch from a Sensenich metal prop. I like the idea of a smoother prop, and one where I can adjust the pitch to a higher number for long trips, lower numbers for daily flying. I'd love to have their constant speed version, but too much dough/complexity.
I am currently running an O-360 w/ a Sensenich 72 x 85 prop. This seems to be a climb pitch for me as I climb 2,300+ solo, but easily exceed 2,700 RPMs WOT. About 202 MPH TAS seems to be my max speed at 2,700.
Here's what I'm looking for:
- Noise/vibration levels
- Performance gains or losses (climb and top speed)
- Wear and tear. Don't operate in rain much, but do have the occasional ding from small rocks on a grass strip
- Any other words of wisdom?
Thanks,
Rick
RV-4 N999XS
Repeat subject from a few years back, but I'm wondering if anyone has any feedback on this prop (good or bad). Thinking about making the switch from a Sensenich metal prop. I like the idea of a smoother prop, and one where I can adjust the pitch to a higher number for long trips, lower numbers for daily flying. I'd love to have their constant speed version, but too much dough/complexity.
I am currently running an O-360 w/ a Sensenich 72 x 85 prop. This seems to be a climb pitch for me as I climb 2,300+ solo, but easily exceed 2,700 RPMs WOT. About 202 MPH TAS seems to be my max speed at 2,700.
Here's what I'm looking for:
- Noise/vibration levels
- Performance gains or losses (climb and top speed)
- Wear and tear. Don't operate in rain much, but do have the occasional ding from small rocks on a grass strip
- Any other words of wisdom?
Thanks,
Rick
RV-4 N999XS