I am looking for a new prop for my Kitfox model 2. It has a 582 with a B gear box. I have a 3 blade GSC prop, but my plane only cruises at 55mph with that prop. Reading the specs from Kitfox, it said cruise should be 85. I don't believe I will ever see that, but 70-75 I should be able to get to. I tried a 3 blade adjustable warp drive prop, but it didn't work well on my plane. I got more speed out of it, but the plane didn't seem to like to perform real well all around with it . I'm considering going to a 2 blade, I'm just curious what other people are seeing for speed and performance out of their model 2? Also, what is the best prop to use for these planes?
My plane has a 950 gross, empty weight is 563. I also know my tundra tires and grove gear will add drag.
Thanks
Andy