Mine never was stock, I started with the metal swash and MX400 LG before I ever flew it. Also added the on/off switch from the start. Had the DD tail on after the second flight. Originally flew with 2s and 10t, then got a good deal on a couple 3s's so I picked up an 8t motor. I toss back and forth from flat blades to syms and back again. I don't fly 3d, so I kinda like the simpleness of the flats. Now that I've tried the plasti-blades, I may pick up a set of them. I'm even thinking of putting a set on my Pico. I saw a few posts where they cut the ends off a set of the Trex fiber blades and they were supposed to be very good for the blade. They're worthless on the rex so maybe they'll be good for the blade or Pico. Definitely worth a shot, especially since they're only $10 a set.