I would be interested to see the photos of the cracking. Who did the overhaul on the prop throwing grease? Incorrectly fitted seal? regards Rob
Rob Thompson 0429 493 828 On Sun, Apr 30, 2023 at 7:12 PM Ian WIlliams <[email protected]> wrote: > Hi All, > > > > What is the current thinking about Hoffmann props. I have 3 now with > cracked ferrells (at the base of each blade) > > Hoffmann have been quite vocal regarding their 6 year calendar life so had > them checked for a calendar inspection and a further 6 years but found > cracks. One prop was quite bad > > If interested I can send some photographs. > > Also another just returned with 2 new BT blades is throwing out grease, > not bad but enough to be annoying. The grease plasters the inside of the > spinner and leaks out around the back plate. > > I look after 5 motorgliders and as of now have only 2 props that are > serviceable. > > I would be interested in any comments. > > > > Best regards > > Ian Williams > > Drury > > New Zealand >
