John, I think as long as you keep the basic flight surfaces close to original, it doesn't matter what you do to the looks and style, it's gonna fly. I guess that's why kit bashing a Kadet is so successful. My co-pilot Ty, bashed a Kadet into a three engine (3 four strokes) war bird with a dropable bomb, multiple fax rockets hanging from the wing, camo covering job, and lights. It's heavier than mine by quite a bit but still flys well as long as all engines are running. I know you have an 8 engine (electrics I think) Kadet among others. If I ever bash another Kadet, I think a fax Spirit of St. Louis would be my target. I hope you're doing well and getting to fly. Cheers