Here's a few pre-build questions I have so far:

Radio - I have a Futaba T6XA 6ch computer radio. Will I need something like the SmartFly Equalizer II to run both elevator servos?

Batteries - I already have a couple of Cermark heavy duty switches that don't have regulators. I understand that you have to have some sort of regulator with a Lithium battery. Is there such thing as decent NiMh batteries that I can use for the ignition and receiver, or do you have to use LIons? What voltage pack(s) should I use?

Servo extensions - Is it necessary to use noise reducers on extension leads?

Antenna - How do most folks run the receiver antenna on a large scale 3d bird?

Engine - I have an optical kill switch for the engine, but I'd like to have a servo on the choke. Is it too much to do both? Any performance advantage in using a pitts vs. the stock profile muffler on a BME 50? What's the best engine mount for a 50cc?

Paint/covering - I know H9 and TopFlite make canned spraypaint, but does anyone make matched covering and paint that can be used in an airbrush? I have always built ARFs and it seems easier to cover bare wood vs. cover over covering. Any techniques that make it easier or should I remove the existing covering for decorating large areas?

Any info/advice y'all can offer is greatly appreciated.