patnjimtucker...

Congrats...Wow, I don't know how you stood it so long to do the maiden flights. But I'm glad you finally got that girl in the air. You'll love it even more as you get used to it. Just remember, no fast flying and to land very softly.

On the CG, there is an adendum to the manual which gives a window of 4-6 inches for the CG. It frankly works pretty good anywheres in that area. I settled on mine at 5 3/4". It still lands very easy and is way better on flat spins and hovering etc. If I were you I'd go right to 5.5" and then if you desire you could even more it back a bit from there.

On the throws, I set it up for all I can get. I use dual rates to calm it down for regular flying and landing but for hovers, flat spins, waterfalls, etc. you need all the throw you can possible get.

Congratulations again and I hope you enjoy your Do as much as I have mine.

Thanks
Barry