Pattern noob time!!!

I've reached a decision in my flying style. I've been flying around aimlessly (pun intended) and I want to learn to do the precision, 'pattern', style of flying. From reading all of this thread, I've come to the conclusion that the Excelleron 90 may be a good choice for me. Thanks for all of the great info BTW.

Most of you are using either 2 strokes of YS 110's. I have a Magnum 1.20 4 stroke and a Saito 100 available to power it. I have no doubts the Magnum would power it fine based on the AU weights listed earlier but,,, the Mag 120 is a pretty heavy engine. On the other hand, the Saito is very light but, may have a power problem in this application. I feel that either will probably need lead to balance out the plane.

Whch engine should I use? The 120 and possibly add more weight to the tail to balance or the 100 and have to add nose weight and risk being underpowered??

Thanks for all of the insights guys, I'm already learning....[8D]