I've got the same setup, H9 1/4 scale Cap with Moki 1.8. I can definately see torque rolls coming down the road, but there's a lot of fuel between here and there! It's got the power, the control authority, it's willing and able. But I'm just holding it back.

Hang in there, I know I will. And don't just beat yourself to death on hovering. There are some other very cool 3D manuevers that the plane is VERY capable of that are not as hard and will help sharpen your 3D flying skills. Start with elevators and try powering into harriers, get used to 'flying' a stalled wing. If the plane is set up right, blenders are real easy, and the plane will do some very nice ones. Mine will also do a real sharp Wall.

The plane is capable, we just jave to burn the fuel and push the sticks.

I figure if I can make good 3D progress on this plane, when I can afford a 33/40% bird, I should be able to really put it through the paces.

BTW: The Moki 1.8 absolutely ROCKS this plane.