KK> Roger Marshall gave you some good advice on props.  But, I would like
 KK> to add a bit.  Keep in mind that not all props are the same.  That is,
 KK> with all the different manufacturers out there a given engine might run
 KK> as well with a  10-6 from one manufacturer as it does on an 11-5 from
 KK> another.  When  experimenting with props it is a good idea to stick
This is very true ! I find Master airscrews loose their pitch at hi rpm's,
ie., a 10X6 at 8K turns into a 10X4 at 14K. I use APC because they do not
have this flattening characteristic, a 10X6 is a 10X6 at all rpm's. I find
that at 12K an airscrew 10X6 is only 10K with an APC, with same motor etc.
But they (APC) being harder do break eassier.
 KK> I for one prefer wood props, mainly Top Flight.  I find them easier to
 KK> balance and when they hit something soft, like fingers, they tend to
 KK> break  rather than chew.  Even a wood prop can do serious damage but
 KK> from what I've seen, the "plastic" ones do even more.  And don't let
 KK> the little engines  fool you.  They're just as hungry as the big ones.
I find the best solution is to Keep fingers out of prop!!!
 KK> When experimenting with different props the rule of thumb is when you 
 KK> increase one number you decrease the other by the same amount.  This
 KK> isn't  exact but, it is a good starting point.  Also, if you're going
 KK> to start  experimenting with different props, get a tach.  Good ones
 KK> are not that  expensive and they can save an engine.
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