I finally started to assemble this plane. Overall I would have to say that the kit is fairly well constructed. It could use a little more glue in some of the joints which concerns me on how much they used on the inside of the wings. All the parts seem to be laser cut which makes for a nice precise fit. My cowling looks a little different from the ones you guys show in the pics, mine already has side scoops on it. I think with some well placed baffles inside overheating shouldn't be to much of a problem. I ordered a 9x7 three blade to go on the .46 LA, I hope this combination gives enough push. It will definately help with ground clearance. As of right now I'm just using the stock nose wheel. I thought about a retractable nose wheel since I have one laying around not being used but with all my warbirds I wanted to go with simplicity on this one. That may change later after some flight testing. I also might do some airbrushing on those large white wings instead of going with the stripes that come with the kit. I'll post some pics when it's flight ready.