Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
I bought some for a 912 a few years ago from Lockwood Aviation and they drilled the heads for me at no additional charge. I think I still have them somewhere, if you want them for free. I will just have to find them out at the airport among my stuff.
Tommy Walker in Alabama
Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
Tommy...Thanks. Worth a try and can't beat the price! I'd pay shipping of course if you're able to find them.
Chris
Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
I did not safety wire, On the Ivo prop you are suppose to check torque every 10 hours.
Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
I saw the note in the IVO instructions about not using safety wire but I don't mind cutting it off and re-wiring after torque checks every 10 hours as recommended. Small price to pay for the peace of mind.
Chris
Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
Chris,
Can you measure the length of your bolts so that I don't ship you some that are too long. in mm will be great. just measure the shank and threads.
Tommy
Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
Tommy...Bolts are 75mm from top of head to end of threaded shank. Looks like 70 or even 65 would work.
Chris
Re: 8mm vs 5/16 prop bolts
Tommy , a washer or two on the head of the bolt is acceptable for the Ivo installation. That is quickest short of ordering new bolts from ACS or AirWolf with drilled heads for safety wire. Most do not safety wire the Ivo proo. bolts but it's fine if you want to.