I had a post about this yesterday but it got knocked off for some reason, That's why you see test on my last one.

The fuse should absoloutely be doubled. I went from "F2" right back to the rear of the wing saddle. All stingers have this weak spot, but if doubled they are fine.

I never have removed the foam, but others have some say it was worth it others say no,?????>

I left my turtle deck the way it was and made it removeable, I had my batt. and rec. back there.

Landing gear block isn't really that weak, but that long gear really can put a lot of stress on it. I guess if we all greased our landings we would not have a problem with it...

I did brace the firewall, which I think was worth the effort. I will try to post a crude drawing, then again all my drawings are crude...