On the suggestion of another Magic owner. I mounted my battery to the bottom of the wing (it sits just above the rudder pull-pull and does not hit). I also added 1oz inside the rear of the tail. I have an mvvs .40 on mine with a DB round fiberglass mount. Moving all this weight back has really helped. The plane is "goofy fun" if you know what I mean. On the suggestion of someone else I wrapped .22 gauge wire around the weld on the landing gear above the wheels, soldered it and have not had a problem with breakage since. Before that it was breaking all the time (we fly off grass). this plane will take off in about 2 feet and climb straight up accelerating with the mvvs .40. enjoy.