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Old 05-10-2009 | 07:50 AM
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I am installing a 2 stroke .60 (super tiger) in a Giles 202 50 size. Recommended size is .40 to .46 2 stroke. What would be a good prop size for all around sport flying?

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Old 05-10-2009 | 08:06 AM
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I run a 12 x 6-7 on my OS .61. Seems to be a good match.
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thanks bonebreak. most responses indicate 12x6 / 13x6. I'll start with 12x6 since i'd like to avoid the prop contacting the ground on t.o. and landing until i get more experienced.
Old 05-11-2009 | 12:09 PM
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Default RE: CMP Giles 50 Prop Size

I've found that the 12x8 is TOO much for the Supertigre .61 engine.

The 12x7 is pretty good, but it will bog down a bit on verticals.

An 11x7 lets the engine rev up to it's working range and produces good speed, but less thrust.

The ST .60 is only rated at about 1.6 - 1.7 bHp which puts it in the same power range as an O.S. AX .46 or a T.H. .46 both of which utilize 11x6 props.

Assuming the ST .60 actually does a bit better than this, the lower pitch 12" props are about the max.

I've tried the 12x8 on this plane as well as the similiarly sized Extra 300S and I did not like the performance.

I got plenty of speed on light dives, but that was about it. The plane suffered on uplines A LOT.

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