Looking good. Can't beat the Sig 1/4 Cub kit. I have built 3 full wings and 1 clipped in the past. Similar story, I learned in the early 90's through 2000. Built a ton. Left for several years to just get back into a year ago. You are 100% correct. ARFs were heavy, frowned upon etc. Little different story now as the world has changed to instant gratification and everything has become disposable. Still love to build.
Keep the pics/posts coming