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himself - 21 Sep 2008 01:15 GMT

Upgraded my SS to brushless but still left with the problem of broken props.
Have seen a recommendation for E-flite props but cannot find a retailer in
the UK
Can anyone recommend a prop (9x4.3) that is durable. The reason being that I
have to use a field with long grass which always results in a nosedive.
Using an 8X6 of unknown make at the moment which though durable is
unsuitable.
Yes, I am a newbie :(

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Paul - 21 Sep 2008 03:53 GMT

Use a prop saver.
http://www.marcee.org/Articles/PropSaver.htm

> Upgraded my SS to brushless but still left with the problem of broken
> props.
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> unsuitable.
> Yes, I am a newbie :(

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richg99 - 21 Sep 2008 05:19 GMT

I second the suggestion for a prop-saver. I have a supply of props that
could choke a horse.. I haven't use very many since I put prop savers on.

Now, even I can belly land a plane and not break the prop. One minor trick
is to watch the prop and give the plane a "tap" (assuming it is electric)
just before the landing...to straighten out the prop to horizontal.
rich

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himself - 22 Sep 2008 21:49 GMT

>I second the suggestion for a prop-saver. I have a supply of props that
>could choke a horse.. I haven't use very many since I put prop savers on.
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> horizontal.
> rich

Did give a prop saver a try before but have moved the landing gear well
forward since.
I will give it another go.
Thanks for the replies
Rog

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