Do you think it's necessary to balance the P4P's propellers ?

Yes, at least check them. In my case, out of eight propellers, four were unbalanced.

kykphantom Posted at 2017-3-3 03:40
Yes, at least check them. In my case, out of eight propellers, four were unbalanced.

How do you balance props, is a special tool required or is it good enough to place the prop on a pointed 2mm rod and visually check that it is balanced.

Quamera Posted at 2017-3-3 04:08
How do you balance props, is a special tool required or is it good enough to place the prop on a pointed 2mm rod and visually check that it is balanced.

Take a look in Youtube, and you'll find tutorials.  
For self tightening propellers, you need a rod with two types of threads, one at each end.

One thread in the direction of the hands of one clock, and the other in the opposite direction

Bullflyer Posted at 2017-3-3 04:13
Take a look in Youtube, and you'll find tutorials

I can't do any online video including Youtube, due to a very slow internet connection. Another reason why there is no way I will ever do a software update for DJI or Windows and I am perfectly happy with the situation because its saved me a lot of grief over the years!!

the dji props are almost perfectly balanced from the factory, but there are a few that are not perfect but are usable and certainly nothing to worry about. some of us want a precision balance just for our own satisfaction. i use the "DU-BRO" system and cost about $35 usd  on amazon or ebay. most hobby stores carry them.

Grizz 1 Posted at 2017-3-3 06:41
the dji props are almost perfectly balanced from the factory, but there are a few that are not perfect but are usable and certainly nothing to worry about. some of us want a precision balance just for our own satisfaction. i use the "DU-BRO" system and cost about $35 usd  on amazon or ebay. most hobby stores carry them.

Yes, that's correct!

I have beend flying sine the P3P, P4, P4P, P4P+ nver had to balance any props. Litterally hundreds of flights. But I always checks them when I land, wipe them cleans from bugs and check them for wear and tear.

dronist Posted at 2017-3-3 20:21
I have beend flying sine the P3P, P4, P4P, P4P+ nver had to balance any props. Litterally hundreds of flights. But I always checks them when I land, wipe them cleans from bugs and check them for wear and tear.

good advice dronist !

Grizz 1 Posted at 2017-3-4 17:08
good advice dronist !

Thx Grizz.

We always learn something new everyday. I rather learn from other people mistake and pocket than from mine. The expertise and help in this forum is really great.

Fly Safe!