I had one of these planes years ago in a tail dragger configuration. If you have the clearance, I'd consider the 13X10 APC prop. One of the weaknesses of this plane is that it has a pretty thick airfoil consequently it requires work to get it to snap well. I fly JR so I'd go with 9411SA on ailerons, 8411SA on rudder and then use an 8417 and replace the internal metal gears with 8231 nylon gears. I guess you could also use the 8231 or even a 8411SA on elevator too. These are what I use on my current 2M pattern ships. There is no such thing as overkill one sevos in my book. Digitals in my book is the only way to go as long as they are Futaba, JR or even Airtrronics. Hitec and other off brands are junk in my book.