Hi Richard,
My Woodcomp was the 3 blade model, as well as mechanical problems, I
had electrical problems with it from day 1.
It will now be used it as a ground test prop, on the ground it
should be safe.
I know users in the UK have been generally happy with their
Woodcomps, but on this side of the pond, I would suggest that
the buyer beware as service is poor to say the least.
When my finances allow, I will switch from my current Warp Drive,
which is a good inexpensive prop, to a ground adjustable
2 blade Sensenich composite.
Dave
On 26-Sep-08, at 7:38 AM, Richard Collings wrote:
> <r.collings@onetel.net>
>
> Hi David , I am not interested in buying your prop as you can see I
> am along way off across "the pond" but your email has prompted me
> to ask the question "which prop and how many blades" ? You
> obviously have some experience with a 2 bladed prop and I am sorry
> for your troubles but
> are going to stay with 2 blades or change to 3? I know that 3
> bladed props look sexier but I understand they are less efficient
> cost more and weigh more. I plan to fit a variable pitch prop of
> some sort onto my Trigear and see an advantage in keeping the
> weight down as I only have 80 hp. Informed comment on this topic
> would be appreciated. Regards all Richard Collings [working
> towards closing the fuselage]
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "david miller"
> <loboloda@execulink.com>
> To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2008 4:55 PM
> Subject: Europa-List: Woodcomp SR 2000 for sale, or free to a good
> home
>
>
>> <loboloda@execulink.com>
>>
>> All,
>>
>> I've given up on ever getting my problems with this prop sorted by
>> Woodcomp.
>> They started when the motor came loose, the replacement motor
>> supplied by the factory and
>> installed by the Canadian rep now groans and complains, before
>> popping the circuit breaker.
>> Prop is off my 912S tri-gear and has not suffered any impact damage,
>> it has less than 50 hours on it.
>>
>> It may be of use to someone who would like to have spare blades etc
>> on hand, or who is in a position to
>> take it back to Woodcomp for a complete overhaul.
>>
>> Rather than leave it on the hangar wall as an ongoing reminder of a
>> most unsatisfactory purchase,
>> it is for sale, any offer over $1 will be considered !
>>
>> Dave, C-FBZI
>>
>>
>>
>>
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