herman pahls

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  1. herman pahls added a post in a topic Starting over   

    AKFlyer
    I called Ivo today to ask why users are complaining that the IFA motors are short lived.
    Ivo did not admit premature failure of their IFA motors but your experience makes sense and thanks for bringing it up since I plan to go IFA.
    The Ivo medium IFA systems use the same motor so no advantage there.
    I have a Ivo 3 blade, 68" lite ground adjust that I used 12 years on a 532 in this Kitfox.
    What C-box ratios on a 582 with IFA do you feel would work well or should I get a 72" lite like you have?
    Thanks for helping me out.
    Herman
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  2. herman pahls added a post in a topic Starting over   

    AKflyer
    I was hoping for a response based on experience and you have plenty.
    Ivo has been suggesting I go with the 3.0 and the 2 blade medium or the 3.47 and 3 blade Medium.
    The 3.47 and 3 blade medium seem to be too much.
    I would like to avoid the added weight of the mediums and also cost.
    Ivo also told me that the ultralites come in course and fine pitch if I understood correctly.
    I assume you have the course ultralite if using a 3.0 box.
    I am considering going with the 2 blade medium and 3.0 c-box for hopefully best climb and cruise
    Do you have any opinions or experience with the 2 blade medium with a 3.0 box?
    Thanks herman
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  3. herman pahls added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Starting over
    I had great results flying my Model 1 Kitfox (485 pounds empty) for 12 years with a 532, 2.58 A box and Ivo 3 blade ultralite ground adjust prop.
    I plan to get a 582 Blue Head with C-box and use a Ivo prop with inflight adjust.
    I could go with a 2.62 box and use my current Ivo and add inflight adjust.
    I am considering the 3.47 box and a 2 blade medium Ivo with inflght adjust.
    I am looking for the best shortfield/ climb performance and possibly regain some criuse with the inflight adjust prop. if needed.
    I would appreciate advice on what combination this forum suggests or has experience with.
    Thanks Herman Oregon 541 404 6464
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