Thanks David. I'll probably try and get additional throw info from you, particularly stab. I assume the landing gear plates look different than your initial set? Are you carrying a lot of throttle to touchdown, or does the plane have a tendency to float?

I had a chance to weigh all the components, and the total raw materials came in at 24.25 pounds. I figure another 10-11 pounds in engine, batteries, servos, electronics, UAT with fuel and a little buffer. That puts the plane at 35 pounds dry. Sound about right?

Here's a picture of the fuselage. I got to looking more closely, and there are a number of raised panels, plates and vents throughout. You can see the metalic paint and shading effects on the tail. The more I look, the more I like.