RE: First FE flex/strut - OK?
Start with a small prop and work your way up, lest you may smoke the ESC. Ryan will tell you to run for 30-45 seconds and check temps. This is a pain but you need to know where you are and with a fresh boat you have no idea. Even if the setup is mild you could have some binding or something. The first run is never the dream run you are thinking of, but it will ensure that you'll have a second run. Start small on the prop and take baby steps.