I have on order a BVM 80 inch F-86 kit that I will be building as an EDF. While these prices may not be reflective of what you are referring to, they are what I was referring to. By not purchasing the turbine installation and fuel tanks, I've practically purchased another set of batteries.
That's going to be one hell of a plane Kirk!! Can't wait to see what you do with it.... you picked a perfect plane. As you know the F-86 is by a long shot one of the best subjects for EDF, the ducting is a straight shot, it's a clean airframe that carries its energy well and has a nice big wing to carry the weight well
It's going to be amazing! Can't wait