Left or Right Hand Prop Single Engine

LegacyT

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I hear single engine craft use right handed props. Why is that? I ordered a new 14x21 Right for a volvo penta and received a 14x21 Left. I know changing the rotation on the older volvos is a breeze. But should I return it for a Right handed prop or just change the rotation of the drive and use the Left one?

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steelespike

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Re: Left or Right Hand Prop Single Engine

Right hand is considered standard and size availability and price is better in a right hand prop.
As far as lefthand handling any torque steer or handling issues are the same but reversed.
 
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