First step is to shed some ounces from the fuselage. The original owner most have owned stock in the Epoxy market since every joint is oozing with the stuff. Very strong but extremely heavy. Spent several hours with the dremel just grinding out execces epoxy.

Fuselage Initial weight

4lb 0.8 oz ouch!!!

I decided on the BME 58 at roughly 3lbs including muffler that will save almost a 1/2 lb up front. I am hoping to remove at least 8oz from the fuse alone...

Mike