RE: Center of Gravity
I found some formula in Martin Simons book Model Aircraft Aerodynamics. I recommend you buy it - for the small cost it is a really well done book written for the beginner who wants a little more meat in the subject.
On page 222 through 225 are the set of equations and how to use them. I hesitate to copy them as it is a lot out of his copyrighted material. Do buy the book though, worth it.