Jody,

You are right this is an old thread but since I posted my questions I went through the process a glassing then I can give you some feedback. I was initially a little anxious but the result is nice and even if it is a bit messy I really enjoyed it. I don't know the Spitfire structure but as a TF kit I think it is closed from the P40. The horizontal and vertical fins are fixed to the fuse too and I don't remember this phase as a big pb. Nevertheless it is not a big flat surface as a wing then you gonna spend some time "struggling" (not really) with the curves on the tips but the 3/4oz glass cloth is so light that is follows the curves very well.

This was my first experience with glassing, I applied the very good advises I found in the forums (thanks again guys) and some websites and it worked well.
If you havent't yet, visit the very usefull site with pictures:
http://www.arts-hobby.com/fiberglassing.htm

What else could I say ?
- Cut all the cloth first
- Think twice before starting a batch of epoxy (checklist, tools, cloth,...) and think how to deal with difficult parts before starting.
- If you use West System, work fast but don't rush, it has a good working time

Good luck, Chris.