prop ballancing 24 10
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RE: prop ballancing 24 10
This link is one of the easiest to follow prop balancing tutorials I have seen. It addresess balancing the hub also which is something most people overlook when balancing their props.
http://redwingrc.com/video/propvid.htm
http://redwingrc.com/video/propvid.htm
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RE: prop ballancing 24 10
Try here. Your best best is to use one with a replacable pilot. Your local machine tool stores should have them. Dan.
http://www.mcmaster.com/#counterbores/=jbfpu6
http://www.mcmaster.com/#counterbores/=jbfpu6
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RE: prop ballancing 24 10
For wood props, instead of sanding on the heavy blade to lighten it, what is wrong with just spaying some urethane on the lighter blade? Seems to work fine for balancing and you do not mess up the prop's finish. Of course, ifone buys props that are not close to start with, then this does not work until you get the prop close.
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RE: prop ballancing 24 10
Hi. Name is Ken (Starfighter). I agree that spraying the lighter blade with Urethane is a great way to balance a prop. Also, try using Medium CA too on the tip of the light blade. Just squirt it on, then wipe off the excess, quickly. But, don't disturb the glue until it sets up so the finish stays smooth. I actually prefer the CA as it doesn't wear off over time.
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RE: prop ballancing 24 10
I have used CA and epoxy to balance the hubs. Epoxy, when I have needed a lot of weight.
But, I have found it is best to start out with quality props versus looking for the least expensive ones. Last week one of my friends came over to balance several 15" props. On one, it just would not balance. After looking at it closely, you could even see the center hole was slightly off-center. The other three were O.K.. ?
But, I have found it is best to start out with quality props versus looking for the least expensive ones. Last week one of my friends came over to balance several 15" props. On one, it just would not balance. After looking at it closely, you could even see the center hole was slightly off-center. The other three were O.K.. ?