In other news, on the occasion of my daughters 4th birthday, I managed to complete the finish!

Well, aaaaalmost - some minor details. Although the paint job turned out to my satisfaction, a little striping tape will help to seal the edges and take care of other minor cosmetics. I also feel that I need to seal the colour with a clear coat. The only problem is that metallic paint tends to loose it's sparkle when covered with clear. Any suggestions?

I guess it's time to take care of the cosmetics and move on to the radio re-install. The two aileron servos are on their way - should be here some time next week along with the batteries. I also am on the bridge about whether to use classic pattern control horns on elevators (4-40 bolt with an eyelet not visible from above) or use standard 1/2A nylon control horns. The rudder uses a 4-40 bolt with eyelets and the aileron linkage is concealed (torque rods). Decisions... I think I'm going to have to install those elevator bolts and eyelets...

Enjoy the pics!

David.

P.S. Don't understand why the mustard yellow colour persists in outdoor shots. Must be an issue with the white balance in the auto mode of the camera. It is also overcast.