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Three Blade Propeller BoltsUpdated 2 months ago

An update for Foil Drive customers using Three Blade Propellers with an introduction to our NEW bolt design and tips on how to maximise your setup.

After identifying some areas for improvement, we're excited to bring you an update regarding the Three Blade Propellers including information on how to fine tune your existing hubs as well as an introduction to our NEW custom Foil Drive Stainless Steel Bolt Design

These bolts feature a custom shoulder and have individually been CNC machined to shape specifically for Foil Drive Hubs. 

You can purchase the new design bolts here

 

Highlights:

- Custom CNC machined bolt, made specifically for our hubs

- Maximises strength 

- Minimise risk of breakages by ensure your propellers can flop in and out easily. 

- If your blades are sticking, back off the bolts by half a turn, including the bolt on top of the three-blade hub

- Bolts can also be used on two blade hubs, with some minor modifications

To learn more, watch the video below 


00:00 Introduction 

01:02 New Hardware - Introduction 

02:50 Cause and Effect - Hub Damage 

03:33 Solutions - Propeller Bolt Tension 

04:19 Solution - Centre Bolt Tension 

05:35 Solution - Ridge Removal 

06:09 New Hardware Upgrade - Overview 

06:29 Two Blade Hubs - Installation 

07:45 New Hardware - Comparison 


Related Articles -
 Foil Drive Motor Vibrating

 Foil Drive Propeller Guard

 Choosing Motor Cable Length
 Full Foil Drive Motor Refurbishment


To learn more, check out the other articles on our Help Centre which can be found under the 'Support' tab on the website.

 

As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

 

Happy Foil Driving!

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