I'm thinking it has lots to do with wood selection too as this was my first large kit so I'm no expert by any means. It turned out good as I tend to go overboard sometimes and what is the weight diff. between a 72 and 100 Saito? I also had just a standard battery. I'll be curious to see how the next one turns out weight wise. And hey, I'm going to fly at the Lowe's Motor Speedway on the 12th. Humpy Wheeler has set up a temporary "paved" field behind the backstretch while his club's field is being rebuilt a few miles away. We don't have any members like that in my club. Must be nice.