Thanks guys for all your help.
1) I put the new tank in the same way the old one was installed
(the old tank was all gumed up )

2)Getting new rx & tx batts this weekend.

3)radio is up to date

4) AMA is in the mail, rejoining the club I was in 10 years ago (have already been hanging out at the club) I have someone ready to train me. I cant wait!

5) the CG should be close , I am placing everything back where it was at.

Thanks again