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Subject: Re: [worldcruising] Folding and Feathering Props
From: Peter Arnold (slocum43@XXX.XXX)
Date: Wed Jan 24 2001 - 14:24:34 EST
Hi Bob and Denece
I have an Autoprop on my Slocum 43, details are available from
www.autoprop.com.
As far as my personal experience is concerned after 18,500 miles, the prop
gives me about 3/4 to 1 knot more speed when sailing, extra savings on my
fuel bills by extended the cruising range by about 20%, definitely is a
great help when going astern. Allows you to cruise at higher speeds with
lower engine revs when motoring. You need only to grease the unit at every
haul out, the pitch is set and the blades are always at the optimum angle.
Should you purchase very accurate measurements are required, however
Autoprop supply you with measurement sheets and they possibly have already
fitted an Autoprop to a Nicholson 35, if so they may be able to put you in
touch with an owner.
If I can give you any further info please contact.
Peter Arnold
SY 'Neva'
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