Everyone has some valid points here, it is true that I lack experience as this is my 4th plane. I have a Hobbico Superstar trainer, GP Big stick 40, and a SIG 4*60 kit.
So yea my experience is limited you are right about that.

I took this plane back to the hobby shop and was told these were common issues and to take the plane home and build it.
I looked at another Razor that was in the shop and although it was rough as well it nowhere near as bad as mine. I expected an offer to have it returned or replaced but none whatsoever. I can tell you where I wont be buying anymore merchandise from for sure. I think I will just stick with Tower which I have always had tremendous service. In the past they replace issues like this without question.

Anyway I am building this plane, I have found more issues inside the fuse where one rear former was crooked and not glued properly. The light ply inside the fuse for the bellcrank had a big gob of glue between it and the fuse wall so it would not sit flush. I had to remove it and add another piece.
I am having to put a lot more work into this plane than I expected but I think it will turn out o.k as long as I can keep the weight down. It has become a more of a challange now and also a learning experience.


Some mentioned the issue of cost and I agree, I could have picked up a GP Ucando 3D for much less and gotten much better build quality. This Lanier ARF just plain sucks!


I do appreciate the comments and advice.

Dbow