Thread: Rebel vs Viper

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    Rebel vs Viper

    Thought I'd try both on my 115 E-Tec. The Rebel is a 15 3/4 X 15, the Viper is a 14 3/4 X 17. I like them both; the Rebel for slow to midrange handling/holeshot, the Viper for top end.

    But as I was putting them up today I noticed a significant difference. The Viper has a smooth regular finish, the Rebel looks like a cheap knock-off with it's irregular surface. Are all the Rebel's this way?



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    Re: Rebel vs Viper (jeffnick)

    And the result!!!!

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    Re: Rebel vs Viper (Chunder)

    Actually, I 'tested' a total of 8 3 blade propellers (all brand new despite appearances):
    15X17 aluminum BRP
    15 1/2X15 aluminum BRP
    15X16 SST painted stainless BRP
    14 3/4X17 Hustler aluminum
    14 3/4X19 Hustler aluminum
    15X17 Piranha modular composite
    15 3/4X15 Rebel polished stainless
    14 3/4X17 Viper polished stainless


    Results to follow.

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    Very good observation. I can tell you for certainty that the Rebel is made by Solas which is not exactly known for high tolerance propeller making. I am not certain who makes the Viper for them.

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