The control surfaces actually come pre-hinged, hence the complaints from early purchasers. If you do the hinges yourself and they fail, you don''t generally complain about it. Just be sure to check the factory installed hinges by pulling on them lightly. Phoenix Models actually pins them at the factory now, so I''d be surprised if you run into any that are questionable.

The only issue I had with my first SeaBee back in 2006 was that the stock engine mount alignment resulted in some moderate upthrust issues and needed to be shimmed out. I am breaking in a Magnum .52 four stroke on my second SeaBee right now. I flew my first one on an O.S. Max .46 FXi and it had plenty of power. Your Super Tigre G-51 ringed with Macs muffler should provide outstanding performance.

Overall, the plane is a terrific sport/pattern design that is solidly built, very easy to assemble, and a pleasure to fly. I believe that the Phoenix SeaBee may be the best $99.99 ARF on the planet.

Good luck and good flying!