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May 20, 2009, 10:10 PM
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Prop Saver or Not Prop Saver ?


I just got my first EZ* along with a Tunigy HXT 2835 brushless motor and 6x4 prop. In determining the best way to attache the propeller to the motor, I was hoping for some input from the FPV community figuring you all would be by far the most experienced at knowing the pros and cons when considering this.

Thanks in advance...
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May 20, 2009, 10:54 PM
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I would not use a prop saver on that setup.

You don't really need a prop saver since the prop is not out front where it could take a ground strike.

Get a prop adapter, something like this...

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXMSG3&P=ML
May 21, 2009, 12:43 AM
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I'll second that, it's not needed.
May 21, 2009, 05:38 AM
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No No No . No prop saver. You will regret some day.

Busybee fpv crash landing (3 min 38 sec)


See my 1st FPV Busybee lost its propeller in flight, initially without my notice. Luckily it glides and land safely because of the low wing load.
May 21, 2009, 09:26 AM
Flying FPV from the lab.
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Not only can the oring break or come loose, losing the prop, but you lose some efficiency when not securely attaching the prop to the motor. Save the prop saver for your 3-D plane.


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