Special Pricing Available To Registered Builders, Owners
Hartzell Propeller, the world leader in constant-speed props, has
developed 'S-1- Series' propeller governors specifically for
engines on Van's RV aircraft. Builders and owners with Lycoming
O-320-D1A, O-360-A1A, IO-360-A1B6, and IO-360-M1B four-cylinder
engines can install the S-1-10 governor, while the S-1-26 is
applicable to the six-cylinder O-540-A4D5. The S-1-32 is associated
with the IO-540-D4A5. The governors are now included in Van's RV
sales catalog.
The official catalog listing results in lower prices for
registered RV kit owners, are available for immediate delivery on
most models, and are priced at $1200.
Most applications feature "plug and play" adaptability and
direct replacement convenience without modification to the engine
mounting pad.
Greater pump capacity, with flow rates between 8 and 12 quarts
per minute, reduces RPM surging and 'hunting', which typically
occurs in hot conditions, distancing Hartzell's governors from
those of other manufacturers.
It is estimated that there are more than 3,000 RV candidate
engines flying currently, and Van's estimates that more than 9 new
aircraft are completed every week, across the world.
"We have been the propeller of choice for a good majority of
Vans' RV builders for more than 20 years," said Mike Disbrow,
Hartzell's senior vice-president, marketing and customer service.
"Today we are proud to offer our high performance, made-in-America
governors to go along with our propellers for Van's builders and
retrofitters at new, strongly competitive prices."
As with each of its products, Hartzell used a "best practices"
design philosophy in developing its S-series of governors. "We were
able to incorporate low-cost design and manufacturing methods
without sacrificing our reputation for building extremely reliable
and durable governors," said Disbrow. "The new units have also been
designed to minimize installation effort and reduce maintenance,
featuring better access to the mounting studs, an
infinitely-adjustable control lever and a 6-position head."
Vans RV File Photo
Hartzell Propeller is widely recognized as the leader in
advanced propeller design and manufacturing technology. The company
has developed the next generation of propellers based upon
innovative "blended airfoil" technology and is manufacturing these
blades on revolutionary machining centers, or with its new ASC-II
composite technology, to provide mission-optimized performance for
its customers. Hartzell traces its beginnings in 1917 to a
relationship with Orville Wright and was founded on the principle
of "Built on Honor" - a tradition that continues today.