I am happy to report that my Cub still looks like these pics after it's maiden flight this past weekend. I balanced level instead of the customary nose down attitude and my elevator is kind of touchy. I set it up according to the book and found myself comfortable with the high rates for normal flying. I haven't yet set up the exponential, but think I might need it on the elevator if changing the CG dosen't help. It might be a tad tail heavy.
I'm running an OS 160 twin fs for power with a Keleo exhaust system. I ripped all that Ultracote off, added a lighting system from Electro Dynamics (EDR117) and then recovered with Sig Koverall. The paint is Randolph butyrate dope applied like the full size counterpart. It took me a while to do, but now I have a drum tight, no wrinkle finish that is easy to maintain.
Overall, I am very happy with the results of my labor.