---------------------------------------------------------- Pietenpol-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Mon 07/10/06: 3 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 08:41 AM - Re: Cont. 65 cruise and prop numbers (Don Emch) 2. 09:41 AM - Re: Fuselage inclination (Don Emch) 3. 02:46 PM - Re: Re: Cont. 65 cruise and prop numbers () ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 08:41:56 AM PST US From: "Don Emch" Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Cont. 65 cruise and prop numbers --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Don Emch" I am running an A-65 with a Hegy 72 X 44 prop. I get about 78-80 mph at cruise and climb about 350 fpm with me and full fuel on an 80 deg day. Not in any hurry, but I'm kinda looking for a 72 X 42 prop. The airplane seems to like the 70-75 mph range a little better so I wouldn't mind giving up the cruise for a little better climb. I'd really like a Falcon prop, so until I find someone who will let go of one, the Hegy will do. Don E. NX899DE Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=46114#46114 ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 09:41:54 AM PST US From: "Don Emch" Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Fuselage inclination --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Don Emch" Hello, I have the long fuselage with the split axle steel gear with 19" spoked wheels. This makes it taller than some. Luckily I have really long legs( 36" inseam ). This makes for about a 15 deg angle in the three-point. 11 to 15 degrees is quite a difference between airplanes that are basically the same. Yet all the flyers seem to describe similar landing characteristics. Mr. Pietenpol used different wheels and landing gears and from what I could find never really advised against one combination. It just shows the docile nature of the airplane and the adaptability of using what is/was available. Don E. NX899DE Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=46132#46132 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dscn0515_654.jpg ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 02:46:11 PM PST US From: Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: Re: Cont. 65 cruise and prop numbers --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: I am using a Tennessee 72 X 42 recommended by many and Tennessee props said it was the one most used on this type of aircraft.It is a real work of art and I get a lot of guddos for it!I havn't flown with it yet but from what most say about it I should get the same good performance. -----Original Message----- [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Don Emch Sent: July 10, 2006 11:39 AM --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Don Emch" I am running an A-65 with a Hegy 72 X 44 prop. I get about 78-80 mph at cruise and climb about 350 fpm with me and full fuel on an 80 deg day. Not in any hurry, but I'm kinda looking for a 72 X 42 prop. The airplane seems to like the 70-75 mph range a little better so I wouldn't mind giving up the cruise for a little better climb. I'd really like a Falcon prop, so until I find someone who will let go of one, the Hegy will do. Don E. NX899DE Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=46114#46114