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Dynamic prop balancing can be very beneficial to the longevity of the
engine, propeller, baffling, shock mounts, and many other components;
not to mention the decreased roughness the pilot usually notices.
Estherville Aviation has been using the MicroVib II made by
Dynamic
Solutions Systems to balance props to the engines since 2005. It
can be used to balance most any rotating mass. The industry
standard is to decrease the vibration to .05 IPS (inches per second) but
we can usually get it below that. If the owner desires, it can be
adjusted much lower. Usually three runs of the engine will get it
below .05 IPS. Please be aware, certain factors can make the balancing
procedure very difficult or even impossible on some installations.
But most common configurations of prop, spinner and flywheel allow for
relative easy balancing.
This balancing service is performed at our shop, but we are also willing to travel up to a 50 mile radius from Estherville for no charge. Naturally, we would like to have more than one prop to do if traveling that distance, but this can be worked out. If there are multiple props that can be balanced at one location, a package deal can be put together or we are willing to travel farther distances.
Balancing costs are explained on our Prices & Fees page. Please contact us for more details on the MicroVib II balancing service.
