RE: Prop balancing
I always check the balance of my props...you might be surprised at how far OUT of balance some of them are!
I've seen holes drilled off center as well...so IMO it really pays to check them.
Your servos, receiver, airframe...etc. etc. will last longer if subjected to lower levels of vibration, (not to mention fuel foaming ) so why not try to eliminate as much of it as possable?