prop size for a ZDZ 160
07-28-2004, 11:09 AM
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prop size for a ZDZ 160
Hi guys I am in the building stages of a lanier 40% edge and will be powering it with a ZDZ 160 champ . I understand that they are bench run at the factory for 2 hours, so my question is can I start out with a prop that is near the top out the length range aka 32 x 10 . Reason being really dont want to buy a smaller one and then replace it later with the 32 inch . Thanks Paul
07-28-2004, 11:17 AM
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RE: prop size for a ZDZ 160
Ask Mike at RCShowcase - But here is our own findings - Simply start out and stay with a good all synthetic oil - at 32-1
we have had one of the latest engines running on this right from the start and it now has easily 20 gallons thru it - still nice and smooth clean etc..
For a prop- don't ignore a 30 x10 Mejzlic - these really work well for planes up to 40 lbs
At the TOC many guys still used this size for best performance on the 150's.
I looked at every entrant's setups thruout the contest .
The BIG no no is simply overheating the engine - It needs proper baffle all along bottom front edge of engine - so that air flows over the top and down the back.
we have had one of the latest engines running on this right from the start and it now has easily 20 gallons thru it - still nice and smooth clean etc..
For a prop- don't ignore a 30 x10 Mejzlic - these really work well for planes up to 40 lbs
At the TOC many guys still used this size for best performance on the 150's.
I looked at every entrant's setups thruout the contest .
The BIG no no is simply overheating the engine - It needs proper baffle all along bottom front edge of engine - so that air flows over the top and down the back.
