Francisco,

thanks for the info on the GMS. We'll see how the ST fares and then I'll make a decision regarding a more powerful engine.

... an update. I feel like I've reached a milestone. After just about 12 years since I started the build, all the major components are built and ready for the final assembly.

I completed the wing over the last couple of nights: Panels joined, center sanded to fit saddle, bolt plate installed, center section glassed & ailerons hinged. I decided to correct the outboard aileron section which was 1/16" out of alignment by sawing through the TE/aileron stock joint half way and re-gluing at the proper angle. Turned out to be quite simple.

Next up will be mounting the wing to the fuse followed by stab alignment. Once all major components are fitted to the fuse, I'll begin with the radio install. I like to do this before I finish the model as potential hangar rash may arise from this operation and it allows one final touch up to the airframe prior to covering.

I'm throwing around a few ideas for the finish but haven't decided yet. Given the dipping temperatures I'm leaning toward covering the entire model rather than painting the fuse as I had originally planned. Painting the fuse would be quite a bit more laborious and I'm hoping to have this project RTF by the end of the month.

Any suggestions for a covering scheme?

Cheers, David.