RE: ASM Pitts Special
I give all my planes all the throw available on all surfaces, particularly the rudder on tail-draggers. I have found this to be very useful in maiden flights. In the two flights I have on her, I don't recall if I attempted to pull up out of a knife-edge or not. The rudder is however very responsive once the tail lifts. I fly in crosswind conditions and there is enough throw to keep her centered to the runway. Hope this helps and good luck.
PS be careful with your iron temperature when sealing the covering. And don't attempt to put a heat gun to the covering prior to tacing the black trim or sealing the yellow covering edges.