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Old 03-25-2006 | 11:01 PM
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Default RE: Prop sizes..
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I got a Phoenix Classic trainer a while ago with an O.S 46AX on it. The motor has an 11x8 Master Airscrew prop on it. From what I can gather this thing is going to be incredibly fast ?

I have an APC 11x6 here but cant get the spinner to fit over the blades on the prop without warping the spinner (It's a plastic spinner).
Is it ok to shave a little bit off the prop slots in the spinner cone to fit the prop or will that lead to problems with the spinner? I use a chicken stick to start the plane.
11x8 seems like a lot of pitch for a 46 engine. 11x6 would likely be better. Trim the spinner so it does not touch the prop; if it touches it will cause the prop to break. Keep the slots as close as possible to the same size.
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