Rbeck: No I dont think the 8411's are overkill as far as servos are concerned,...I'm using futaba 9402's for mine

...as for the distance of the standoffs....the thrust plaof the engine should be located at 7 inches from the firewall....hope that helps you.
Deadsticker: I started this thread back in April of last year when I got my PW in after a 3 1/2 month wait, and it indeed was well worth the wait, I never thought this thread would take off like this, man I wish I had a quarter for every time this thread has been viewed

.....welcome both of you guys to the dark side ....but there's something I never told you........I......am your FATHER