Mike wrote: > I have a C85 engine in my coupe with a 7150 prop. I recently aquired a > second 7150 prop. I'm thinking of having one repitched to 7146. My > thinking is to have a summer and a seperate winter prop. Use the 7146 > in the summer and the 7150 during the cooler months.
Mike, That seems like a good idea. The climb prop is overkill in the winter. With the cold air, low density altitude and increased engine power, a 7150 would probably give all the climb you'd need in winter. The additional 8 mph could be used in the winter. In the summer, I strongly prefer the climb prop for climb-from-the-ground safety, short field safety and to keep the ability to use the upper part of the small aircraft altitude range (above those pesky thermals!). Ed
