I start work on my F 104 also. As Luke told, assembling is pretty easy and go fast...
Because I got files from Damiano this is new build for me too, so Luke and I are in touch and exchange information via e-mail.
I was delighted with many details, first how all the pieces fit, then with the frame which shows the work of mechanical engineers.
Everything is strong just after assembling, without glue.
Parts are made so that you can not replace them, because the gutters are of different dimensions and simply can not be compiled.
The front and rear of the fuselage, composed for an hour ...
On the basis of Damiano's drawings, my friend Martin made 3D drawing and g-code file for prototype of elevator - rudder connection.
I print it...
For model, this part will be made from strong aluminum...
Today I order aluminum round and square tubes for landing gears, elevator and wing joiners.
I start work on center fuselage section also, I compiled all parts but must made insignia on every part for future customer. There are a lot of pieces, so marks will help a lot...