Propeller Care

[Jim Peace]

What do you guys/gals put on the face of a metal prop to keep the paint protected and prevent sun damage?

I was told to use wd-40

Not sure I want to do that.....

My prop is gray and just lacks the luster.....

[N201MKTurbo]

You could wax it.

[Hank]

I use the same thing I do on the rest of the plane--Aero Cosmetics Wash 'n Wax. Works great!

[MB65E]

Silicone paste (aka-DC4) I use on tail rotor blades to help with corrosion. Shines them up a bit. It's actually approved. It collects a slight amount of dust but wipes off really  nice then reapply if needed. Looks nice. 

Some guys worry about WD-40 close prox to rubber in the Heli world. 

Also, Meguires Back to Black on black Mac props looks nice too!

-Matt

 

[carusoam]

I've Seen a couple of covers, sunbrella style...

and a prop pasty... to keep rain out of the hub.

Best regards,

-a-

Edited June 11, 2017 by carusoam

[Raptor05121]

If you read the Hartzell manual, they actually recommend a light layer of standard engine oil on the blades to prevent corrosion. I do this when I get done flying. Do it thin or else it will splatter your windshield on the next flight.

[Jim Peace]

15 hours ago, Raptor05121 said:

If you read the Hartzell manual, they actually recommend a light layer of standard engine oil on the blades to prevent corrosion. I do this when I get done flying. Do it thin or else it will splatter your windshield on the next flight.

Now that you mention that, I remember reading that a few years ago and tried it in 2014. 

I now recall that it looked like it unevenly discolored it a bit. All those spots faded evenly. 

I tried my wash wax today and it looked great. 

I have a friend who overhauls props. I will ask him and post answers.