I like the MACK hardware.

http://www.mackproductsrc.com/props_&_hardware.htm


For stuffing tubes shafts and props look at: (MACK may have then too)

http://www.raboesch.com/

Dumas is now a supplier for them so they should have some goodies for you.

http://www.dumasestore.com/catalog/i...151ik1fm028vr2

I would go with direct drive and don't mess with all the other junk.

Marty