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I have an .46FX that Im gonna put on a OMP Edge Profile..I was thinking of using 11x5 or 12x4...Stock muffler..Are these good choices or can someone suggest another size??
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Vref is right on the money. 11.5x4 is right in the middle of the range of 3D props for the 46fx, and I also find it is the best all around prop.
I run that same combo on my OMP edge 46fx/11.5x4 apc.
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I run that same combo on my OMP edge 46fx/11.5x4 apc.
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Thanks guys!! I ordered it on Monday so I hope it gets here soon..Got the engine in today so Im gonna do some break in on it asap..Cant wait to fly it!!
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I have used just about all of the props suited for the .46 and like the 12.25 x 3.75 the best with the 11.5 x 4 being a close second. Both of these props still give the plane way more speed than it needs but it keeps that same speed on the upline as well supposing you have a fairly lightweight plane (less than 4.5 lbs)
My plane weighs in at 4.04 lbs dry. I use a 4 oz tank as well.
My plane weighs in at 4.04 lbs dry. I use a 4 oz tank as well.
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11.5x4 APC is the way to go, in my opinion...Anything bigger is too big, anything smaller is too small!
Go order up a Tower Hobbies .46 muffler for $13 shipped...It makes a big difference!!
Go order up a Tower Hobbies .46 muffler for $13 shipped...It makes a big difference!!
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Just switched from the m v v s .49 to the .46 FX on my OMP, put a macs header and a .25 to .32 tuned pipe on it, perfect setup! Using a 11.5x4 APC.
I have some short vids hovering if you wanna see them I can e mail ya.
I have some short vids hovering if you wanna see them I can e mail ya.
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Try the 12x4 APC. I used the 12.25x3.75 APC exclusively on my .46 BB engines until I tried one of these on a friends recommendation. Much better throttle response and no apparent loss in thrust over the other prop. Try it you will see the light.