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Old 09-30-2003 | 06:16 PM
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randy41
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Default RE: Prop balancing 101 - help!

Also, if you use MAS props, you should always shave off the flashing along the LE and TE of the prop blades. It actually can result in a few hundred extra RPM, and it can reduct the depth of any cuts on your fingers. (never cut myself with a prop, so I don't have direct experience with that last one).
The above quote applies to APC also. I dull the TE on all my
APC props. Balancing will make a difference. It depends
on weather you want the best all a round performance
from your prop. YES a out of balance prop will make
your plane shake. Some has stated other wise but I
TOTALLY disagree with those statements.