MW to Solas ?

[MBAKER]

I currentlky have Michigan Wheel aluminum prop, thinking about trying a Solas aluminum. Any experience between the 2, and how they react. If I go up 2" pitch in the solas is it going to be a predictable 350-400rpm change? Or will the Solas react a little different. If it matters its on a 5.7 alpha 1, going from 17 to 19.



I see new hubs listed for 300+ HP, what is the difference between the standard hub inserts and the high perf ones?



Are the pressed rubber hubs a better idea, or more likely to slip on a higher HP engine?

 

[steelespike]

Re: MW to Solas ?

I would say yes the Solas props are generally predictable.Though I wonld use 300 to 400 rpm. How ever the final result would depend on your results with the Michigan
wheel.
I believe the Solas production technology is more sophisticated than the MW.
As far as the hubs they should perform for the hp they are rated for.
I have seen some posts regarding removable hubs getting stuck in the prop.