Center "Pin" size of propeller spinner

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Center "Pin" size of propeller spinner

Postby Rynoth » Wed Jul 01, 2015 5:46 pm

I received my new Sensenich propeller today (which is beautiful), but have put in an email to Sonex Tech support with the following concern.

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The diameter of the center "pin" in my prop spinner (provided in my Sonex kit for Aerovee engine) is 3/4 inch. The diameter of the center hole in the propeller (also ordered from Sonex, the Aerovee Turbo "climb" prop) is 1 inch. How important is it that these holes match?
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Re: Center "Pin" size of propeller spinner

Postby marsolgp » Wed Jul 01, 2015 6:26 pm

Ryan,

It is no concern really, just so long as the other six holes match up..... The spinner is just a fancy crush plate anyway.

While I got you, how long did it take to get your Turbo Climb Pro?
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Re: Center "Pin" size of propeller spinner

Postby Rynoth » Wed Jul 01, 2015 6:33 pm

Ordered May 7, delivered July 1. So about 8 weeks.
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Re: Center "Pin" size of propeller spinner

Postby Rynoth » Thu Jul 02, 2015 9:40 am

Received my response from Sonex:

Ryan,

The center hole has no bearing on the function or performance of the propeller. So long as the 6 bolt holes line up with the spinner, prop, and hub, you’re good to go."
Ryan Roth
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Re: Center "Pin" size of propeller spinner

Postby Sonex541 » Thu Jul 02, 2015 9:57 am

I had the same issue with my sterba prop and also my new prince prop. I went to the local hardware store and bought a brass 3/4 to 1 inch bushing for 2 dollars and fit perfect. Like Sonex said it is no big deal. I just found one that fit. And made me feel better.
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