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Originally Posted by lasallehome View Post
yes I do have a folding 2 blade prop
Sorry Lasalle, missed that the first time.... SD was yelling at me!

I'm pretty sure your problem is indeed the prop. Try spinning it in reverse just before you go ahead, that usually deals with the problem. If the prop is badly worn (or the cheeks splayed) this makes things worse.
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