thanks goldenclan, i do it on the tailgate because this is a very sandy place and i have started it on the ground before but i noticed that sand was swirling and getting on the cowl(thus going down the carb) so i built a plywood tarmack with holes for the gear and a 10 lb weight for the tailwheel to go in and i forgot the weight because we were so intent on getting that new saito up, but i wasnt right in front(might as well been) but off to the side and when it came loose the wing tip hit me and the plane turned right into my arm at probably about 6000rpm,well it wont happen again, im building a cage to fit on the tailgate so itscant get me again.

Thanks