I would like to respond though I dont feel I even belong in the same forum as some of these expert builders. I started building the rubber powered guillows planes when I was younger and a few years ago decided to try one again for my son, who was about 3. Oh and I did these without knowing anything about CA so it was all done with wood glue. I liked it even more this time around and it started growing. I bought a Laser 3D laser kit off ebay knowing I could not fly it yet and I put it together in 2 weeks! Of course this time I started using superglue, still didn't know what CA was. Finally went to the LHS and bought some CA and a Elder 40 elec kit. Got home and looked at the plans and wood only kit and decided it was too far advanced for me. Last year I picked up a PT20 (yes I know it is too small for a good trainer) to learn to fly and to learn more about building. This one too was very easy, but I covered my first plane. I think it looks like garbage, but I have seen some of them in the LHS and mine is as good as some of those. While I was building this one I got a GP Basic Trainer (elec) to help learn how to fly. Also got a GWS trainer and started to learn to fly. Long story short, I started a TF P-51 last winter and should finish it this winter (no I haven't touched it since March). I guess I am hooked because I just bought a TF corsair but this time I am thinking of trying that Elder 40 first.

I guess my point is just like everyone else's. Do not try to build beyond your skill. If you are not ready for the kit then get one that you can build and wait on the nice one. I you made a mistake and bought it (like I do often) then let it sit until you are ready.

Oh and if you are looking for tools, dont forget the garage sales, family, and friends. I have a nice old ban saw that works perfectly. I too have a dremel and have made plenty of sanding blocks along with the GP block. I also use a lot of nail files and made painters stick sandblocks. I have even made a couple very skinny sanding blocks...yes I am getting a little crazy with the blocks....and long winded.