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Old 09-24-2002, 11:18 PM
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Default Jett Prop for Whiplash

Hi Gene,

For the first couple of flights on the Whiplash, give a standard 9-8 APC a go...Rick & I have tried the Whiplash with that combo and it is ballistic. We never figured that the 9" diamater would let the Jett 50 come onto the pipe, but we were sure wrong. Since the Whiplash is a little heavier than a DD, it needs a little more bite from the prop. After the initial runs with a 9-8, start cutting the diameter until you get the pull and rpm's where you want them. With the 9-8, then start moving up on pitch and down on the diameter. We didn't get a chance to tach the Jett 50, but it was turning some serious R's.....Good luck, and let us know what you think.