Gus - I'll try to alter things one at a time to isolate the problem. I'll try to move the battery back a bit first (It's already pretty far back there and the fuse is not exactly "roomy") Then add weights at the tail to get the recommended CG. If the lead works then I'll see how much more gear I can move back in order to take off some lead... I hate to put lead on a plane...

Combatpigg - I have a Y.S. 63 and that thing hauls!!! I originally had it on this plane but it was actually too light and I had to add weight on it. Plus, it goes through fuel like **** through a goose

Bax - I have electronic trim on my tx so it may be a little more difficult to get the right trim every time but it will be a good start. What do you recommend about mixing throttle - elevator? I assume that is not recommended as it may lead to ballooning mid-flight. But if I could turn the mixing on and off... what do you think?