I built one of these several years ago and is one of my favorite planes. I am using an OS 91 and goes straight up. The wing sheeting is very thin if I remember. It is very easy to puncture or crack the wood until it is covered. I got a cowl and wheel pants from Stan and they were excellent pieces, but not sure if he is still around. Let me know if he is.

I think I used the stock hardware which was 2-56. Never had a problem, but if I were building again today, I would do several things differently. Use a Sullivan tail wheel bracket. And I would use plastic bolts to hold the landing gear on. Otherwise you will be eventually doing a repair....

I might sheet the belly pan next time, but the Monokote has never torn there....just stays sort of flimsy. All the extra stuff adds to the weight. Keep it light and it will be a great flyer

bob