BoneDoc. I'm not sure exactly why hovering is easier but it is. It must have something to do with not letting it fall out on the sides as easy because the SFGs. won't let it fall as easy. Don't know for sure, but I find it considerbly easier. I leave the rudder on low rates with the SFGs and the elevator on high.

Already got the SFG repaired. Pulled the covering off and glued with CA glue and recovered. I have a feeling this is going to be a common repair. Also repaired the carbon fiber landing gear. Used CA glue and let it wick in the cracks. Hopefully it will hold. Had to do the same think with the Yak gear and it seems to be holding fine. At least so far.


I think the Saito 150 will be an excellent engine. You having to enlarge the holes makes me think people are right with there comments (seanychen and Ian W.) that maybe predrilling the firewall isn't the best way.

Anyways, good luck,
Thanks
Barry