volvo penta prop

Discussion in 'Props' started by whitepointer23, Dec 28, 2011.

  1. whitepointer23

    whitepointer23 Previous Member

    hi everyone. i have a volvo 15 x 17 prop and a volvo 15 x 17 cupped prop. what is difference in relation to pitch with a cup. is the cupped prop equal to an 18 inch pitch or more.
     
    whitepointer23, Dec 28, 2011
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  2. gonzo
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    gonzo Senior Member

    It depends on the blade design. Are they both identical but one was cupped?
     
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  3. whitepointer23

    whitepointer23 Previous Member

    thanks gonzo, they are identical large blade volvo props except one has been cupped.
     
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    It is roughly one inch more pitch with cup.
     
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  6. whitepointer23

    whitepointer23 Previous Member

    thanks for that.
     
    whitepointer23, Dec 28, 2011
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