I really appreciate these Propeller repair articles Ken !! Thanks for posting stuff like this you g...our previous article too so people can more easily find both:
DIY Propeller repair
Standing propeller has a slightly more resistance. When you dont flying on races, then you shouldnt to know in practice. The competitor knows, engine off = 2-5meters shorter gliding.
He will finish make new fairing and he still wait new propeller. Felix Draco did a groud tests. With present 3 blades prop it has 198kg on a pull stand.