Prop control knob

[455 Bravo Uniform]

182 - if I wanted to replace my black knob with blue, is it big labor? From what I can see advertised as parts, the entire cable assy would need replaced.

Next option - blue paint?

(Between this post and the one about not all my cowl fasteners matching, I sound like a raving lunatic?).

 

[flyingron]

Depends on what you have. If you have a vernier, it's probably a "replace the hole cable" deal. Still usually not THAT involved. I replaced my throttle and prop cables early on. If you have an older non-vernier knob, you may be able to replace just the knob. Paint definitely works.

 

[RyanB]

No, it is not a terribly hard job to do.

 

[JohnAJohnson]

Mine is black too (74 177) and when I replace it, it'll be a blue McFarlane. Cheaper and better. I've changed my mixture vernier and it is an easy task.

 

[DGlaeser]

Are these on certified planes? There may be paperwork involved in making the change (blue is typically a prop control).

 

[JohnAJohnson]

Are these on certified planes? There may be paperwork involved in making the change (blue is typically a prop control).

Yes, quite a few manufacturers used black for props in the old days. I think most of us replace [as needed] with blue because it has become standard.

 

[Skyrys62]

Tape 'er off and start sprayin'....
(no warranties expressed or implied)

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[MauleSkinner]

Tape 'er off and start sprayin'....
(no warranties expressed or implied)

Fusion for Plastic®
The revolutionary No-Prep, Superbond Paint for Plastic® now makes painting plastic possible.

• No sanding or priming required
• Bonds easily to most plastics, PVC, resin and more
• Fast dry; fully chip-resistant after 7 days
• Features EZ Touch 360°® Dial Spray Tip

Dry to touch:

• 15 minutes

Dry to handle:

• 1 hour

For use on

• Wood, Metal, Wicker, Wrought Iron, Plastic, Hard Vinyl, Glass, Plaster, Ceramic, Paper, Paper Mache

And in case you were confused, the paint color in the photo is NOT blue.