Remcl, not looking for a fight. I believe your criticism of this plane was very constructive. Absolutely, I want to read about the shortcomings of a kit! I don't want to have to sift through someone's rant to get to the info, however. If you didn't like it, tell us why. If you got poor service, let us know. We've got the gist of this model a long time ago and someone felt like he got burned, as I would too in his situation. My point was, let's move on.
As for your weight issue, If you had to add any ballast it should be a last resort after moving radio gear forward. And, as for truth in advertising, my Lanier Cap kit says 12-15 lbs.....yeah, right!. Most come in at 17-19 lbs. Much further off than you are. I agree, this plane is a pig, without any lead it weighs the same as my H9 Edge.
Tom.