[C320-list] Folding props

[jonvez at comcast.net]

I have a 15" diameter Autoprop, which I purchased 3 seasons ago...not sure when the recommendation changed?

Regards,

Jon Vez

-------------- Original message -------------- 
From: "Rod Boer" <rod.boer1 at verizon.net> 

> Hi Mike, 
> 
> I have a Word document comparing some of the prop manufacturers that you 
> mentioned. There are comparisons of Autoprop, MaxProp, and Martec by C320 
> owners. It used to be on the C320 web site. I can attach a copy of it to 
> an email if you or anyone else is interested. One piece of information on 
> the Autoprop seems to have changed and that is the original article 
> indicated a 16" diameter was appropriate whereas I just received a 
> recommendation that 15" diameter was recommended. 
> 
> Rod Boer 
> Odyssey, #688 
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Lachance, Michael B (ISD, IT)" 
> To: "C320-List" 
> Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2005 12:13 PM 
> Subject: [C320-list] Folding props 
> 
> 
> I've decided to replace my fixed 3 blade prop. Given the projected 
> expenditure some research is needed. I plan to review available 
> literature, talk to other sailors and list postings to make an informed 
> choice. The props I will examine include: Autoprop, MaxProp, Gori, and 
> Flex-o-fold. 
> 
> My question: are these four the major candidates or am I missing one? 
> 
> Also, I'm thinking about documenting my research for the website or an 
> article for Mainsheet. So if anyone has information they wish to share, 
> anecdotal or otherwise, and at the risk of starting a really long thread 
> (but hey it's snowing outside), please reply to this post. 
> 
> Thanks 
> 
> Mike LaChance 
> Seychelle, #141 
> Noank, CT 
> 
> 
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