On Fri, 20 Feb 2004 18:08:35 GMT,
(Corky Scott) wrote:


Auto engines are tiny when compared to direct drive airplane engines.
Take a 180 hp Lycoming. It's cubic inch displacement is 360. They
turn the prop at around 2600 to 2700. The Ford V-6 in airplane trim,
puts out 180 hp also. It displaces 232 inches and makes it's power at
4800 rpm. No prop will work at that rpm. To harness the power, it
needs to be turned slower. Enter the prop speed reduction unit.

Speaking of Fords! How's your project coming?

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