You need a hollow crank for the CS prop, and while “it’s just bolt on” it’s still a pretty big job. You need to work with the FAA and you probably need to put it back into phase one(read your operating limitations on your air worthiness certificate). I recently installed a new engine and prop in my 8. The FAA was great to work with.
I just happened across this video and imagine my smile when I heard him.mention the Rocky Mountain Renegades, then he mentions the yellow RV4 ( mine!) He is totally correct...160 hp 320 fixed pitch light airplane is the perfect RV4. And the sensenich GA is a great prop but its very light and will change your rear seat capability..but that prop when you get it dialed in is amazing..if you buy one you may have to have it indexed for 180hp though...not enough bite available on the standard pitch pins. Your 4 is a beauty I never dreamed i would have mine over 20 years and do the things with it I have done.. welcome to the club..:)
I have an RV-4 with 160 HP, and fixed pitch Sensenich, in my humble opinion, the expense, weight, and complexity of constant speed prop is not worth the slight increase in performance!
it's a real shame what's happened to prices. Everything is so ridiculous expensive. Been trying to get back into ownership, and honest low end RVs are just not available it seems. Inflation really killed this thing in 2021.
Covid annihilated aircraft prices. However I’m starting to see the wave off affordability come back. Mostly with Cessna 120:140 and Stinsons but I wouldn’t be surprised the wave to follow to rvs aswell
I like Vans airplanes, but unfortunately the company is in trouble. They have filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. Lots of creditors are getting screwed and will not get paid. People who are building their airplanes, right now, will have to put in to get their money refunded for parts they have not yet recieved, or pay more for the parts. Too bad, they make nice airplanes.
You need a hollow crank for the CS prop, and while “it’s just bolt on” it’s still a pretty big job. You need to work with the FAA and you probably need to put it back into phase one(read your operating limitations on your air worthiness certificate). I recently installed a new engine and prop in my 8. The FAA was great to work with.
@@StudioRV8 that's great info!
I just happened across this video and imagine my smile when I heard him.mention the Rocky Mountain Renegades, then he mentions the yellow RV4 ( mine!)
He is totally correct...160 hp 320 fixed pitch light airplane is the perfect RV4. And the sensenich GA is a great prop but its very light and will change your rear seat capability..but that prop when you get it dialed in is amazing..if you buy one you may have to have it indexed for 180hp though...not enough bite available on the standard pitch pins.
Your 4 is a beauty I never dreamed i would have mine over 20 years and do the things with it I have done.. welcome to the club..:)
Great group of pilots
Love my RV6!
I have an RV-4 with 160 HP, and fixed pitch Sensenich, in my humble opinion, the expense, weight, and complexity of constant speed prop is not worth the slight increase in performance!
That's a good opinion and great to hear that perspective
I've been at Johnson Creek when a bunch of of RV 4 hooligans fly in, and damn they land and takeoff short, for a plane that goes so fast!
Beautiful plane. Greeley is a great airfield with a nice cafe.
Nice job
it's a real shame what's happened to prices. Everything is so ridiculous expensive. Been trying to get back into ownership, and honest low end RVs are just not available it seems. Inflation really killed this thing in 2021.
Covid annihilated aircraft prices. However I’m starting to see the wave off affordability come back. Mostly with Cessna 120:140 and Stinsons but I wouldn’t be surprised the wave to follow to rvs aswell
In the middle of a 4 build right now, year or so to finish. Lycoming O360 A1A 180 hp with Catto 2 blade.
@@tbone1212 are you happy with the quality?
@@SirDrifto it’s excellent.
Great video.! 160hp Sensenich GA carbon prop.
Thanks for the info!
160 HP & FP, makes the 4 a better handling plane👍
What is the cheapest vans to buy and operate?
@@shujayethossain6554 I'd sat the RV3 n or 4. Both incredible and affordable from an airplane standpoint
Are the numbers you state mph? Love your plane man.
170kts+, roughly 200mph or so
Too bad you can’t pull in those gear
I like Vans airplanes, but unfortunately the company is in trouble. They have filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. Lots of creditors are getting screwed and will not get paid. People who are building their airplanes, right now, will have to put in to get their money refunded for parts they have not yet recieved, or pay more for the parts. Too bad, they make nice airplanes.
Girlfriend comments from a nose dragger RV owner... lol
hahaha you have a point there!
Don’t waste money on a wobbly prop.