I will say that yes, I didn't alter the CG at all. A note about hanger rash. I noticed that in transport the ventral FIN is easier to have on than the ventral antenna AND fin. The antenna would break off basically every time because you have no way to set the aircraft down. But the fin is mounted in a place where the bottom begins to rise so it's much less susceptible to damage. I also think it adds some degree of stability as well. As for the wicks, I got angry and just pulled them out of the elevator. It's much easier to handle with just the rudder wicks in.
I will post picks in about 15 days when I get back home.
here's a link to a little 10 second clip i took on the maiden. To give you a little idea of how fast it goes, that was slightly below mid stick.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EqGnx4Sb8U