I've built and flown the T/F 182 a few years ago( just after it came out) and I now have a Hang 9 182 with 50 plus flights on it.From what I can remember the T/F was a good flier,you just had to watch your speed on final using flap etc.I had an OS 90 four stroke in mine and it could get going pretty fast.The thing is you have to build it.No problem if you like to build,have the place, the time ,etc.
On the other hand if you can find a Hang 9 182 on sale somewhere say e-bay,and find a cheap weedie gasser,or a good used 150 four banger, GET IT.Its a much more forgiving airplane,flys more scale like,looks great,and you dont have to build it.Later you can get the scale oleo nose gear from Sierra Precision..its a great addition because thats the only major flaw in the airplane(unless they have fixed it)...Steve