reloading the mini-14

Looking for a place to start for a load for 1:10 twist mini 14 load. TFL

I'm gonna start reloading for my mini-14, From what I can find on the forum I have a 1 in 9 twist rate, what grain would you guys suggest I start with. I'm gonna do a lot of tinking with it I'm sure to find what mine likes just looking for a starting point. Also, do you guys crimp when...