Mine went together really well, It does take a while and I just figure things like reaming control horns and sanding pushrods are part of it.
It's a shame you didn't finish it. It has been my favorite by far, and I've flown several. Its been the only one that I could hover an entire 1000mah pack out of, or do rolling harrier circles 6" off the ground consistently. And it is the most durable of all the Flatouts.
Brian