RE: Control surface ratios
My Modelcraft Pacific Ace got damaged in tail feathers. Am going to construct new ones for it now. I used to fly it OK with a very small "Trim tab" sized aileron, .19 glow power, and used maybe 3/8" deflection on it. Too much control, but likewise used a good 1/2 inch on the rudder and it was near minimal control.
Wm.