Gooseman240,
To answer some questions, you'll want to check out the other pics and info I posted in another thread. This link should bring you there, see the last three threads by me. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_31...tm.htm#3175594

Q1 about the forward gear location. It was driven by the fact that the axles of taildragger models need to be slightly forward of the wing's leading edge when looking down on top of the plane.

Q2 about the flap length. The owner's/user manual for the plane gave this spec. If you don't have the manual, you can search online for the pdf version.

Q3 about aileron throw. Yes, I did increase throws on all surfaces. You can do this mechanically with the way the control rods are positioned on the servo horn and surface control horn. You can also do this using most computer radios. I use a Spektrum DX7.

Q4 about damage. Simply cut all the damaged wood out, and if it's not too large of piece, and has no structural ribs/formers/stringers, just iron on a scrap piece of covering to close the hole.

Q5 about your engine out situation. Sounds like the engine was "loaded" up with fuel, and when you moved from idle (or very low throttle) to take off again. Check the low speed mixture...tiny flat head screw inside the moving throttle plate/arm assembly.

Q6 about how to easily change the prop. I never use any tool to hold the crank. First, be sure the threads on the nut and crank are clean and free of dried up/old thread locker. When you have the new prop and spinner mounted, but loose, turn the crank with your finger tips so that the engine reaches top dead center. You'll feel the resistance. With the crank/piston at that position, turn the prop so it's horizontal in position. I then hold the spinner backplate and prop together and tighten the nut. As the nut tightens, the prop really can't spin out of position because the knurled edges of the prop and spinner backplate lock together.

Hope this all helps...happy flying.