Apr
28
2011
Prop Repair first engine run
After a close inspection of the prop, I found delamination of the carbon exterior near the hub. I have had this happen on my Hertzler prop. I am not sure if it is a result of heat or the compression of the wood at the hub.
To repair, I injected west epoxy into the delamination, heated it and used a vacuum pump to compress the surface to reattach the glass to the wood.
after a few hours of curing, it looked great!
After repairing the prop, I was able to get the engine running. It started immediately! Click on this link to view the video. First Engine Run!