Setting Pitch on the GSC Propeller

Determine the pitch you will be using (see Suggested Starting Pitch charts) to
get a pitch which should be close to what you will be using.
Step 1. Zero the protractor by placing base of clear triangle flat against the
propeller hub. Rotate white numbered triangle until pendulum indicates zero.
Make sure pendulum swivels freely.
Step 2. Rotate prop till first blade is horizontal. Slide cut-out portion of clear
triangle over end of the prop blade.
Step 3. Slide the protractor to the farthest position until the tool is tight on the
blade. Twist the blade carefully until the pendulum indicates the desired pitch.
Step 4. Repeat on all blades, then snug the hub bolts carefully and recheck the
pitch as you tighten the bolts to make sure the pitch remains unchanged.
Check the zero as in Step 1 periodically to make sure protractor has not moved.
Try to achieve pitch of max. degree difference blade to blade. When all is
O.K. use an inch pound torque wrench in a cross pattern and torque all bolts to
a maximum 100 in/lbs. only.

Checking Tracking on GSC Propeller

It is easiest to check tracking while Propeller is installed on aircraft.
Step 1. Place a stationary object, such as a wood block, as close to tip of blade
as possible, to be used as a reference point. This will be used to mark the
tracking.
Step 2. Align pencil on flat side of blade, and holding prop blade stationary,
make marks for both leading edge and trailing edge of blade.
Step 3. Rotate each blade around to same point and repeat for each blade.
Step 4. Measure distance between marks. A tolerance of 1/8" is acceptable. If
you are over 1/8", you could experience vibration. See GSC installation
instructions for corrective measures.

SUGGESTED PITCH SETTING FOR GSC PROPS

Please note that pitch settings are approximate and can vary with engine,
altitude and atmospheric conditions. We recommend doing a static ground test
once initial pitch has been set and achieving as close to manufacturers
recommended engine RPM on tachometer as possible. (see Step 11)

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Rotax 277

Rotax 377

Rotax 377

Rotax 477

Rotax 477

w/2.58:1 Reduction 2 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

56"

13.5

58"

12

60"

11.25

62"

10

w/2.58:1 Reduction 3 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

48"

15

50"

13

52"

12

54"

10.5

w/2.58:1 Reduction 2 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

58"

14.5

60"

13.5

62"

12

64"

11

w/2.58:1 Reduction 3 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

50"

15.5

52"

14.5

54"

13

56"

12

w/2.58:1 Reduction 2 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

58"

16

60"

15

62"

13.5

64"

12.5

w/2.58:1 Reduction 3 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

50"

17

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Rotax 503

Rotax 582

Rotax 582

Rotax 912

52"

16

54"

14.5

56"

13.5

w/2.58:1 Reduction 2 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

60"

16.5

62"

14

64"

13

66"

11.5

w/2.58:1 Reduction 3 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

56"

15.5

58"

14

60"

13

62"

11.5

64"

10.5

w/2.58:1 Reduction 2 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

64"

15.5

66"

14

68"

13

70"

12

72"

11

w/2.58:1 Reduction 3 Blade Propeller

diameter

degrees

58"

16.5

60"

15.5

62"

13.5

64"

12.5

66"

11

68"

10.5

2 blade prop (standard) width at tip approx. 2"

diameter

degrees

68"

18

70"

17.25

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Rotax 912

Rotax 912

Rotax 912

Rotax 912S

Rotax 912S

Rotax 912S

Rotax 912S

16.5

2 blade prop (speed tip) width at tip approx. 1"

diameter

degrees

70"

18.75

72"

18

3 blade prop (standard) width at tip - approx. 2"

diameter

degrees

66"

15.75

68"

15

70"

14.25

72"

13.5

3 blade prop (speed tip) width at tip - approx. 1"

diameter

degrees

66"

17.25

68"

16.5

70"

15.75

72"

15

2 blade prop (standard) width at tip - approx. 2"

diameter

degrees

68"

19.5

70"

18.75

72"

18

2 blade prop (speed tip) width at tip - approx. 1"

diameter

degrees

70"

20.25

72"

19.5

3 blade prop (standard) width at tip - approx. 2"

diameter

degrees

66"

17.25

68"

16.5

70"

15.75

72"

15

3 blade (speed tip) wideth at tip - approx. 1"

diameter

degrees

66"

18.75

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Rotax 914

Rotax 914

68"

18

70"

17.25

72"

16.5

2 blade prop (standard) width at tip - approx. 2"

diameter

degrees

68"

20

70"

19.25

72

18.5

2 blade prop (speed tip) width at tip - approx. 1"

diameter

degrees

70"

20.75

72"

20

3 blade prop (standard) width at tip - approx. 2"

diameter

degrees

66"

17.75

68"

17

70"

16.25

72"

15.5