Jerry,

ill be be interested in following along - build threads are always fun!

the easiest way to produce gear blocks for the mains is to use 1/8" ply strips. Two epoxy laminated strips dimensioned per plans are strong enough for the base. You then cut a third one and cut a 1/8"
wide slot in it either side of the centerline. It can be full length in which case you end up with two strips that flank the 1/8" music wire struts or just a slot into which the strut base is inserted. If you do be latter, one end of the slot is drilled through again with 1/8" bit to pass the torque extender portion of the strut. The axles can be also bent from the same wire portion or you can use DuBro 1/8" axles which allow you to fine tune the length of the landing gear. The latter are more elegant IMO.

I hope this helps, David

PS Would you mind laying out the kit sheets and taking pictures of them? Curious what parts are included. Thanks.