I've been out of the hobby for about 10 years. I bought one of these kits about as long ago. I got as far as the tail feathers, then at one point the box fell into a basement junk heap, scattering parts. I'm not sure what is missing.
So I'm thinking of buying a new kit. The question is what changes have taken place over the years? I understand they now laser cut instead of die cut, so I assume the kit is of higher quality due to that. Any changes to the landing gear structure, notorious for being poor, etc.?
Engines: I'd always thought I'd install the largest 2 stroke I can fit--something in the 1.0 class; but I see, for example that Saito has a new 1.20 4 stroke gasoline engine. Maybe a 60 2-stroke is adequate, but I've always insisted on over-powering my planes.
Finally, it's been a long time since I've flown. I'm guessing I shouldn't try the maiden flight solo. Probably should get a little trainer time in. Any other experiences flying again after a long lay-off? I also logged about 100 hrs full scale time in the mean time and wonder how that will effect my RC flying. Dave