I've been flying the slow stick for a couple weeks now, and it's showing some wear and tear. Glue repaired tailfeathers, bent prop shaft, lots of scuffing.
Can I just replace the prop shaft, or is that considered part of the motor assy? I live at 5000 feet and am looking for a powerful motor that will still run for 30 minutes, and lug a camera up quickly.
I like the way it flies, just need more power and better climb out. Also what's a good prop to run, 11x8 now, I'm getting tired of gluing over old CA and need a fresh batch.
I have an ECS50 now and have been running an 8.4V AAA 800-ish Nimh pack, and haven't fried the motor yet.
Aand, where is a good link for an AP setup.

How high can you take an SS without worry of it blowing away? I've seen an AP photo of a guy's whole neighborhood, from an SS. I want mine to do that.

Thanks, I've been searching and lurking, but haven't found these answers yet.