RcPilotJAE: Thanks for all the great info. I've been flying for about 20 years, but this will be my first gas plane & it's kinda like starting over to learn about a new system. I actually had a Moki 2.10 to use, but I sent it back & should get the BME50 this week. I was at a fun fly this weekend & saw a CAP232 with a BME50 & it was awesome---plenty of power! I also have 2 Ceramark HD switches coming.

For the tailwheel, do you have problems with it "catching" on a grass field? I bought a Sullivan S861 tailwheel & I'll be using it----it was recommended in the RC Modeler review.

It would be great if you could post some pictures of your cowl & how to cut it out.

Have a great day---JC