Thanks… I'll remember your advice. I'm not exactly a beginner… kinda somewhere between beginner and intermediate. I'm flying the .46 Nexstar now, as I love a slow and stable flight. But the EP Superstar was my 1st plane and I want to keep it in flying condition. It has seen so much adventure! Stuck in a tree for 3 months, nose-dived into a marsh after an unexpected gust of wind made it roll over several times, etc. Of course, I'm an AMA member now and follow the rules!