Folks:
I am looking at entering my first CL stunt contest later this month and have been working on the beginner stunt pattern. Don't have alot of CL time under my belt, so even the beginner pattern will be a real stretch. I think I will get the minimum on the square loop and the overhead 8's :}

I have read the stuff on the PAMPA site, but I need to ask a few questions that are probably obvious to evryone else, but not having even watched the pattern before I need some more info:

I assume the manuvers have to be in the order they are listed, with a minimum of 2 laps in between each, right? so after takeoff, two laps, then the wingover, two laps, then the inside loop, etc...?

I understand that you only get one shot at each manuver? so if i have an engine bobble mid way thru the overhead eight (assuming i get that far:}) then that is it for that manuver, don't get to do a few level laps then try again, right?

Finally (and I realize this is probably highly classified info...) but I would like a tip or two on getting the Brodak 0.40 engine tuned right. I am using a stock brodak 40, normal muffler, uniflow standard metal tank, mounted a bit above the centerline of the engine. To get the 2-4 break consistently seems to be a challenge. I am getting close by setting the motor on the ground for best run, then back the needle valve out about 60% to 75% of a turn rich. The rpms sag a bit, but not more than 500 rpm or so. Sound about right, or is there a better prescription?

Thanks in advance.

r.