Shotguneddy,
I lost my first Pilatus when my home burned but have since replaced it. It is awaiting construction at a friend's house. My ST2300 was damaged in the fire and I have replaced it with a Saito 150. I hope to have it in the air within the next month or so. I believe the linkages supplied will be sufficient but I still plan on replacing the control rods with Sullivan "Precision" rod. I believe I can get the fuel tank installed without installing a hatch. Hope you enjoy yours, let me know how it goes!
Happy Flying!
Loopman